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Whether you’re into useful tips for self-improvement, psychology, recent discoveries, mysterious stories, or just your day-to-day routine, there’s something for everyone! You can expect all that and more coming at you in five new episodes every day. If you’ve got a thirst for knowledge that never quits, then join our community! We have a good time, so take your shoes off, kick back, and make yourself at home here on the Bright Side of life!
You learn, and you learn, and you learn, and still nothing happens. Why can't you succeed and go further? You just haven't tried the 5-hour rule! It's used by Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, Oprah Winfrey, and even Elon Musk. So if you wanna reach their level, here's what you should do! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Save Your Pet’s Life. It’s probably one of the most horrifying things you can imagine: your beloved fur baby needs emergency medical assistance right now. Whether it’s from choking, massive bleeding, or any other unimaginable situation, sometimes you need to act fast before you head to the vet. That’s why it’s crucial that all pet owners not only have a kit at home with basic emergency medical supplies but also the knowledge on how to administer first aid on their fluffy friend. This video guide will tell you exactly what to do in different types of emergencies when your pet’s in trouble and every second counts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey guys! So, are you already preparing for summer 2019? How is it going? Not happy with your body? Don't worry! Join our live stream right now! We're gonna tell you about some tricks that can help you lose a bit of excess weight fast! I know, not all people want to go through dieting or an extensive workout. If you wanna skip on the gym and still lose those extra pounds quickly and effortlessly, you seem to be in the right place. You’ll like what we have in store for you – the totally unexpected secret super-effective tips to lose weight that’ll work for even the laziest people. Did you know, for example, that when you sleep in a cool bedroom, your body burns calories to keep you warm during the night? Or that meditation can help you lose weight? Yup! If your food cravings come from stress, they'll quickly go away after a couple of breathing techniques! But hey! I still recommend watching your nutrition. So those who are not afraid of changing eating habits will find a lot of valuable information in this video! Some of them might seem weird but they do work! What does “weird” mean? Well, you can sniff a banana if you feel hungry or just snap a picture of your meal before eating it! Also, spend more time with people you love. This boosts the level of oxytocin in your body which is known to lower the appetite Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Save Money and Get the Best Quality Products. All we want is safe, fresh, good quality food from the grocery store. A lot of food manufacturers and retailers out there care more about profits, and they’ll do anything to cut costs, even if it means risking your well-being. That’s why we’re here to share some simple life hacks to let you know what to look for to always get the best quality product for your money. With a careful eye for detail and a little bit more effort, you’ll be coming home from the grocery store with only the tastiest, safest, best-quality foods on the shelf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We learn things throughout our entire lives, but we still don’t know everything because we forget a lot of information. Bright Side will tell you about 11 simple memorizing tips that will help you remember everything and improve your memory. We learn things throughout our entire lives, but we still don’t know everything because we forget a lot of information. Bright Side will tell you about 11 simple memorizing tips that will help you remember everything and improve your memory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Recognize Protein Deficiency. Protein plays a vital role in the daily functioning of our bodies. If you don’t have enough of it, your body will suffer. According to UN data, around 1 billion people worldwide are protein deficient. How do you know if you’re one of them? You’d better watch out for these 10 signs and symptoms related to protein deficiency so you’ll know when there’s a problem. To make things clear, when we say “not enough protein,” we mean somewhere under 56 g for men and 46 g for women per day. For kids, it varies from 19 g to 34 g depending on their age. This figure may also vary if you are pregnant or ill. According to the US Department of Agriculture, you can calculate a more specific amount using a simple formula. Try to eat about 0.36 g of protein for every pound of your weight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to work up the courage to ask a girl out on a date? It shouldn’t be a chore. But when you factor anxiety into the equation, it’s definitely not as easy as it seems. The feeling of panic when you think about all the things that might go wrong can stop you in your tracks: “What if she says no?“ Don’t worry! There is a way you can prepare for this thing and even improve your chances of her saying yes! Just follow these simple instructions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Get a Boyfriend. Even though we all like to believe that someday love will just come and sweep us off our feet like in all those romcoms, in reality, it rarely goes that way. Fortunately, you can take things under control and follow ten simple tips on how to get a boyfriend. A happy relationship of a lifetime and your one and only might be waiting around the corner – help him find his way to you using some simple tricks. Finding your perfect match takes time, so don't go too fast. You deserve an outstanding boyfriend who will cherish you and know how lucky he is to have you by his side. Never settle for something that feels forced and doesn't make you glow with joy. Do your thing, be yourself, work towards your dreams, and everything else will follow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Enjoy Life if You’re Single. Who doesn’t want their own happily ever after? Each one of us tries different methods to fulfill this dream. More and more people want to stay single for life, and they have their own version of “happily ever after.” What is the reason behind this dramatic cultural shift? This happens even though we currently live in an interconnected world where you can meet the love of your life through social media or online dating sites. Bright Side will help you unravel this bizarre yet prevalent phenomenon: the rise of singledom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you completely frank with other people? Okay, everybody lies sometimes. We have different reasons to do that, from a little white lie you tell to protect someone’s feelings to something else less benevolent. But what if there was someone completely and utterly honest about their feelings and thoughts? What could happen if you reply truthfully to any questions coming your way? Or if you only speak your mind and express your real emotions? How about to become that person for a whole week? Well, sounds like an interesting experiment so let's see what this could look like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Understand Your Dog. A dog’s love is undemanding and selfless, and they find numerous ways to express this love. If you learn to recognize some of your dog’s quirks for what they are, you'll start to understand your pet even better. From following you into the bathroom to freaking out as you come home and licking your face – let’s explain the most common dog behaviors in a simple way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We rarely think about how interesting and unique our bodies are. Did you know, for example, did you know that the tongue is one of the strongest muscles in your body. This organ contains more than 10,000 taste buds, and each bud is filled with microscopic hairs. The longer humankind lives, the more secrets people discover about one of the most mysterious organisms: the human body. So let's find out the coolest aspects of the human body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So much has been written about relationships that it’s difficult to determine what’s true and what’s not. Here are five relationship stereotypes that you can discard immediately. For instance, it turns out, you don't have to spend all your time together. Why? Watch till the end to figure out the truth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You cannot completely get rid of cellulite, but you make it almost invisible. To help your skin become flawless and beautiful, we prepared 7 beauty tips that will show you that taking care of your skin is a lot easier than you thought! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey there! Do you like pineapples? Do you usually cut it up into slices, chunks, or rings? But what if I told you that you don't need to do that at all? Surprised? Well, looks like pineapples are not what they seem! You only need a knife to cut off the top of the pineapple – the part with those spiky leaves. Then all that’s left is to pick off separate fruitlets and enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are thousands of tips and psychological techniques to help you feel happy. But what if our own body had a say in the matter? Here are some findings from neuroscientists — the people who know exactly when and why your brain can give you the feeling of total satisfaction! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A large part of the desire for "perfect" breasts is appearance, but in reality, your concern should be for something much more important: your health. Take note, and you’ll keep your breasts beautiful and full for a long time to come. And remember that the sun is the most dangerous enemy for your breast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you ever plan on going to space, you gonna need this one: we've got the ultimate packing list for your cosmic adventure. First things first – pack your spacesuit, because you can't stroll through the cosmos in your PJs. Next, don't forget the essentials – space snacks: you'll need some cosmic munchies for those long interstellar journeys. Bring a universal translator – it's like having a babel fish in your ear, but way cooler. Last but not least, don't forget your sense of wonder and curiosity – because the universe is waiting for you to explore its mysteries! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The story of Mary Celeste is one of the greatest sea mysteries of all time. How can everyone on board a ship simply vanish into air? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stories about world records are often stories about fierce competition and glory. But the holder of this stunning record once famously said that he really hopes no one will ever have to beat it. And it’s not because he wants it only for himself, but because we’re talking about Poon Lim, the man that survived over 4 months on a raft, stranded in the ocean.
To be exact, he’d been there for 133 hard days straight. He survived everything a shipwreck survivor might have the misfortune of going through! Thirst, starvation, raging storms, desperation and the ever-menacing presence of bloodthirsty sea predators – you name it, Poon Lim had to deal with it! But how could all this happen to him? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever heard a story and thought, “No way is that actually possible!” Well, some people have lived through the most impossible and extreme situations that it’s kinda hard to wrap your head around it! Take, for instance, the story of Jean Hilliard. This 19-year-old woman was found frozen solid, and (get this) she managed to survive! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's a snowy night in Anjikuni, and suddenly, poof! The entire village disappears into thin air, like a real-life magic trick gone wrong. No signs of struggle, no footprints in the snow – it's like the people of Anjikuni just vanished into the night, leaving behind an eerie silence. Who did it? What happened there? Nobody knows for sure, and that's what makes this mystery a real head-scratcher. So, get ready to dive into the unknown and explore the chilling enigma of Anjikuni – the case of the disappearing village that still haunts us to this day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to strengthen the connection between your partner and you? What is vital for a happy relationship of a couple? Here’s a list of 11 simple but very effective recommendations from well-known psychologists. They speak about how to behave toward your partner before calling it a night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey there! I’ve got incredible news for you. There’s water on the Moon! How much water is there on our natural satellite? Can we use Moon water for drinking? And does it mean we could live on it? Here’re some cool Moon facts coming your way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Keto Diet Menu to Lose Weight Fast. The ketogenic diet has pretty much everything you need to get the body of your dreams in no time. Among the proven health benefits of this diet are weight loss, mental focus, increased energy, controlled blood sugar, stabilized blood pressure, and so many more. While this diet seems like a dream come true, not everyone can follow it. If you have diabetes or high blood pressure and take medication for your condition, the ketogenic diet isn’t for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The underwater world is full of surprises. There're monstrous creatures and some sea inhabitants with plenty of hidden talents. In this video I'm gonna take you on an exciting journey to the sea world where you'll meet skeleton shrimps, snakefish, black swallowers and even flying fish. You'll find out why sea turtles are constantly crying and which of the sea creatures is a natural hitchhiker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A particle accelerator is something that scientists use to study the behavior of particles and conduct physics experiments. These machines use an electromagnetic field to make tiny particles move at practically the speed of light: a whopping 186,000 miles per second! So, yeah, a guy stuck his head in one of those… and actually survived!
The incident happened in Russia on July 13, 1978. Anatoli Bugorski was a researcher at the Institute for High Energy Physics and worked with the U-70 Synchrotron, the biggest Soviet atom smasher of the time. On that unfortunate day, the scientist was trying to figure out why a piece of the equipment wasn’t working as it should. As he was leaning over the machine, the safety mechanism failed at the worst possible moment. It turned out that the scientist’s head was right in the path of a powerful proton beam moving at the speed of light. You ready to hear all about it? Then watch the video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The RMS Titanic sunk in the North Atlantic Ocean in 1912 but we still remember this tragic event. Staying in the water that's 70ºF for a long time definitely won't do your health any good. And a water temperature of 50ºF is a nightmare. It feels much colder than the air of the same temperature. What if the Titanic had sunk in warm water? Would all passengers have survived? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The sinking of the Titanic is one of the most famous tragedies in history. How big was the iceberg that took down the unsinkable Titanic? And which was bigger: the huge ship or the iceberg that sank it? Let’s investigate the clues that reveal the truth about the Titanic’s iceberg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join us as we journey into chilling realms, unveiling haunting hideaways that'll send shivers down your spine. Get ready for spine-tingling thrills and ghastly globetrotting like never before! Subscribe now for a dose of spine-chilling adventure! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
267 712 просмотров 3 июн. 2019 г. #pregnancy #motherhood How many siblings do you have? Could you imagine sharing a house with 68 brothers and sisters? The Guinness World Records does mention a lady who lived in the 18th century that gave birth to 69 kids! The family lived in the 1700s. Valentina is believed to have lived until the age of 76. And during her life, she’d given birth a whopping 69 times! That’s more than any other woman ever.
The Guinness World Records calls Valentina “the most prolific mother ever” as her record is still unbeaten. According to reports, she’d gone through 27 labors: 16 of them resulted in twins, 7 in triplets, and 4 in quadruplets. Yes, that’s 4 babies at the same time… 4 times! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ten years ago, the world of aviation was flabbergasted by an event that was later named the "Miracle on the Hudson." That day, two airline pilots had to use the only runway they could safely reach for an emergency landing - the narrow expanse of the Hudson River in New York City.
Besides the two pilots, there were 150 passengers and three cabin crew members on board the plane. It's shocking how fast something so life-altering and scary can happen. One moment the pilots fill their jet with fuel, and the plane takes off, and two minutes later, it loses all the engine power and is about to drop out of the sky. How could such a critical situation not take any human lives? Let's figure it out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
AI, the brainiac of the digital world, decided to crash the party on live radio – and it wasn't just a quick cameo. AI took center stage and hosted the show for a whopping 13 hours straight! It played tunes like nobody's business, creating playlists that even had the coolest human DJs green with envy. The world was in awe as this AI maestro spun the beats, proving once and for all that the future of radio might just be run by our very own electronic overlords. You gotta give it to AI – it knows how to rock the airwaves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Japanese mythology is an absolute goldmine of terrifying creatures that'll send shivers down your spine! Take the Yuki-onna, for instance – a snow woman who lures poor souls into the snowy abyss with her icy charm, only to leave them frosty popsicles. And then there's the infamous Kuchisake-onna, a vengeful spirit with a creepy mask, who roams the streets asking, "Am I pretty?" Say the wrong thing, and you'll find yourself with a sliced-up face – yikes! Let's not forget the nightmarish Rokurokubi, these sneaky folks have super stretchy necks that allow their heads to detach and float around, like a grotesque game of "catch me if you can." Japanese mythology sure knows how to crank up the scare factor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We asked AI to design the city of the future and let its imagination run wild, and the results are jaw-dropping. Picture flying cars, eco-friendly buildings that clean the air, and robot cafes serving you your favorite snacks! The future is now, and it's full of surprises. So, buckle up, fasten your seatbelts, and hop on this AI-powered rollercoaster ride into the city of tomorrow. It's like science fiction coming to life, but it's all real, and it's all happening right here! Don't miss this futuristic adventure - see you there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We are all taught that humans are at the top of the food chain, but is it really so? The title actually goes to jellyfish. They feast on tiny floating creatures, and they don't give a flip about who's next on the menu. They're like the last-minute surprise guests that leave everyone's jaws dropping. So, if you thought humans were the big shots at the end, meet jellyfish – the ocean's ultimate "I'll eat whatever, whenever" creatures. They're the mic drop of the food chain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let me introduce you to the one and only octopus you should never, ever touch - the infamous blue-ringed octopus! Don't let its small size fool you, because this cute little guy packs a deadly punch! With its dazzling blue rings, it's like a tiny ocean superhero with a secret power. But here's the catch - those striking blue rings are a warning sign! When this octopus feels threatened, it unleashes a venomous bite that's no joke. So, when you spot this beautiful but dangerous creature, remember to keep your distance and admire its beauty from afar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever wondered what our galaxy would look like if planets decided to ditch their round shapes and go all edgy with cubes or triangles? Picture this: a cosmic playground of geometrical wonders. Triangular Earth with pointy mountains, cube-shaped Mars with sharp corners, and Saturn's iconic rings now forming a stunning cube ensemble. Forget about boring old orbits; these polygonal planets would strut their stuff, showing off their unique shapes. And just imagine the crazy life that could thrive on these funky worlds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you ever plan on going to space, you gonna need this one: we've got the ultimate packing list for your cosmic adventure. First things first – pack your spacesuit, because you can't stroll through the cosmos in your PJs. Next, don't forget the essentials – space snacks: you'll need some cosmic munchies for those long interstellar journeys. Bring a universal translator – it's like having a babel fish in your ear, but way cooler. Last but not least, don't forget your sense of wonder and curiosity – because the universe is waiting for you to explore its mysteries! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There's this sneaky little thing that can ruin the whole Moon mission – space radiation! Yep, those cosmic rays and solar particles can wreak havoc on our fancy space gadgets and even mess with our brave astronauts' health. Imagine our high-tech gadgets going all wonky or astronauts turning into galactic superheroes. So, scientists are on a mission to figure out how to shield us from this cosmic chaos and make our moon adventures truly out of this world. Stay tuned for updates and keep those cosmic shades handy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The world is full of mysterious places and unexplainable natural phenomena. For example, there’s one village where people hear a very strange hum! Once you hear this weird noise, you won’t be able to y hear it. What is it and where does it come from? Let’s solve this mystery together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In case you’re looking for an effective simple diet that works 100% of the time and helps you get the perfect beach body in no time, here it one. The 13-day Astronaut’s Diet can help you accelerate your metabolism and slim down in no time at all. You will see guaranteed results when it comes to weight loss and good health. Thanks to the high amount of protein you'll be consuming, this diet contributes to rapid weight loss without harming your muscles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Bermuda Triangle is one of the most mysterious places on Earth. Yet it's one of the most heavily-traveled shipping routes in the world. Some skeptics believe that the busier the area, the higher the frequency of accidents and disappearances. But it's only one part of the story. Here's what Bermuda's survivors saw... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Everyone, who loves traveling, loves sightseeing: Taj Mahal in India, the Colosseum in Italy, the ancient city of Machu Picchu in Peru and many more. You've definitely seen the pictures of these sights multiple times but have you ever wondered how it once looked? Way back in the days when they were built? Or even earlier than that... Here're the most famous archeological sites: then vs. now. Let's see how they've changed with time... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is there a person in your life you simply can't crack? Just ask them out for a meal! According to experts, our food preferences, the way we eat, and how we behave during mealtime reveal a lot about our character. Our eating habits are highly instinctual and even if we try to fake them, the real ones will reveal themselves in the end. All you need to do is carefully look at the way someone eats to reveal a few of their character traits. Bright Side would like to present 9 of the most common eating styles that speak volumes about our personality and show even more about our behavioral patterns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you've ever had your flight delayed for several hours, you know how annoying and tiring it is. You have to wait for your plane much longer than you've expected... But imagine being stuck at the airport for 18 years in a row! Well, one man didn’t have to imagine at all because that’s exactly what happened to him. His name was Mehran Karimi Nasseri and he spent a total of 18 years at the airport. How was it possible? And what did he do there? Here's his true story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine a world where instead of water, the oceans are made of methane. Instead of swimming in H2O, you'd be paddling around in fizzy CH4. Such oceans actually exist on one of Saturn's moons, called Titan. In fact, the methane and ethane on Titan play a similar role to the water on Earth: they cycle through the atmosphere and form clouds that eventually rain down onto the surface. Buy could humans survive there? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Moon is our neighboring space buddy, but there’s still much we don’t know about this mysterious satellite. Scientists keep making fresh and unusual discoveries that show a whole new picture about the Moon. This video is full of unique Moon facts. You're gonna find out if there is a different time zone on the Moon. Also, you'll learn how many colors the Moon actually has. And if our satellite is actually radioactive... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
WARNING! If you see a plastic bottle on your tire, call the police! The total value of all the cars that get stolen in the U.S. every single year is 4 billion dollars. Stealing cars is only becoming that much easier thanks to a new trick car thieves are using these days. How to protect your car and valuables from thieves? It's always better to be forewarned and take preventive measures to protect yourself. For example, why not walk around your car and briefly examine it before every drive? Not only that, there are tons of other ways you can protect yourself and your car from thieves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You’ve probably heard scary stories about the lives of the 25 million people in the reclusive and isolated nation of North Korea. If things are so rough for ordinary people, imagine how hard it must be for those serving in the military! Let’s see what it’s like to be a soldier in the North Korean army. Terrible nutrition, uniforms that injure soldiers, no way to escape and even worse conditions for women who suffer emotionally and physically - things get really tough and even more horrible you could imagine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Put on your swimsuits guys! Finally, summer is on the horizon! I can’t be the only one who’s “excited” this much about it right? Hey! Don’t mislead people. It’s still early for swimming. You’re definitely not the only one enjoying the warm weather already though. People are outside.. having a picnic.. taking Vitamin D for their bodies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What Happens If Plane Doors Open? What if the plane engine fails? What if a bird crashes into my plane? What if the plane flies too high? A lot of people are scared out of their wits each time they fasten their seatbelts on an airplane, even though, you have no real reason to worry about flying. You will certainly feel safe aboard if you know the answers to some common worrying plane questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered where our habits and vices come from? An Aries can be pretty impatient, moody, and impulsive, Geminis are affectionate, adaptable, and quite curious about life and the world around them, Leos have natural charisma and charm instantly make them the life of the party anywhere they go! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you like to travel, you spend a significant amount of time at the airports. You deserve to know the secrets the airlines and airports are hiding from you. At some airports, there are special people called profilers: they analyze your mimics, gestures, and behavior in order to detect suspicious people. Airport agents might also be watching you all the way from the security check to your gate. Packing an electric brush in your checked-in luggage may land you in trouble. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It was July 26, 1959, when Rankin was piloting his F-8 Crusader, a single-engine supersonic aircraft, along the North Carolina Coast. When the aircraft was approximately 9 miles and mere minutes away from the military base, Rankin's engine quit, and the fire warning light switched on. Unable to restart the engine that’d lost all power, the man knew he didn't have many options. He knew he had to eject. What happened later sounds like a miracle, but it's actually true. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wanted to have a perfect memory? Rebecca Sharrock from Brisbane, Australia, remembers her whole life. All events are stored in her mind almost from birth, and she has immediate access to them. She remembers her parents put her in the driver's seat of a car for a photo just a few days after her birth. It's a neurological condition of the brain in which a person can quickly and effortlessly reproduce in memory any fragment from life in the past. But is it safe to live like that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who lives at the bottom of the sea? The sea is full of inhabitants that vary in forms, sizes and their abilities. Some of them look really strange and are capable of doing weird things. For example, there's a fish that doesn’t swim like a fish. Also, there's one see dweller looking at which will make you feel like you gained the power at some point in your life without even realizing it! Wanna get to know all of these unusual sea creatures?
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You're doing your best to build a lasting relationship and when you don't succeed, you blame yourself for the failure. But the truth is that you just might not be ready to fall in love right now! Here are 10 signs showing that could be the case. For instance, if you’re not over your ex, it can hold you back and even mess up your timing in subsequent relationships. Even if you’re sure that you're ready to start anew, deep down your heart might still be broken. Take some time off to learn your lesson and recover. Let yourself grieve, but remember that you will get better eventually. Time really does heal all wounds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Feel Better Lifting Your Legs. If you’re looking for an exercise that doesn't require much time and effort but can seriously improve your mood, shake off your tiredness, and provide you with a whole bunch of other health benefits, this one is for you. It’s leg lifting, and the only thing required from you is to do it correctly. Helping with anxiety, arthritis, headaches, migraines, urinary disorders, menstrual cramps, and menopause are among health benefits of leg lifting. So whatever your health problem is, there's a high chance that leg lifting will be seriously useful in the fight against it. As you get more used to the exercise, you can mix it up with different variations. Try sliding your legs apart into a “V” shape to give a good stretch to your inner thighs, or push your hands against the top inner thighs to stretch the groin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever looked up at the night sky and tried to count all the stars? Good luck with that! Our galaxy, the Milky Way, has about 100 billion stars. Space is amazing! Let's reveal some of the most fascinating space secrets in this video. Astronomers say there might be a labyrinth of lava tubes on the Moon. What is it hiding? And I'll show you the most picturesque sunset you've ever seen: it's on Mars and is painted in hues of orange, red, and yellow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There’re various strange natural phenomena that might occur right near you and it’s better to know them well and be prepared. If you know what to expect from this or that natural phenomenon, you know what to do and whether you need to run away ASAP. For example, you might see rare square waves that look like a giant chess board over the ocean. Or a Sun halo, which is nature’s sign that there’s a snow or rain storm on its way. Let’s see other surprises nature might bring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you know why successful people are early risers? By taking time in the morning, they’re able to take care of their bodies physically and prepare themselves mentally for the day. Their early routine allows them to establish daily goals and avoid following a monotonous routine at work
Maybe you once had to wake up before 6 a.m. for an early flight and think you could never do it regularly. But trust us — it’s totally worth it! This habit can be the wake-up call you need to get out of a monotonous routine. It can make you more self-aware and increase your confidence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When we say our actions are a result of only our own decisions, we lie a bit. Our brain is constantly tricking us, impairing our perception of reality. Are you one of the many people who wonder why they get their best ideas in the shower? The answer to this eternal question might seem confusing as it’s one of a number of paradoxes you've probably never thought about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Look in your toilet before using it: these animals might be inside. This video might scare you but it's better to be prepared for 'unwanted guests', right? Here're 7 surprising animals that have crawled out of toilets. Lizards, snakes, rats... what else is on the list? There was even a case of a possum crawling out of a toilet in Australia! These creatures can show up in your toilet. But how do they make it there? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here's a video that'll reveal secrets of the main US landmark. The Statue of Liberty is one of the most recognizable structures in the world. In 1886, the monument wasn't just symbolic. For 16 years, the statue functioned as a fully operational lighthouse! Why doesn't it serve as one now? And one of the secrets I'mm gonna reveal contains a theory suggesting that Lady Liberty might not even be a lady at all... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What can feel better on a summer day than driving with your windows down? Well, maybe not overpaying for gas. Turning off the AC and opting for a natural breeze helps while you're stuck in traffic. When you're driving with your windows down on a highway, you're creating unnecessary wind resistance. Do you also have a bag of sand, your old inflatable bed, a pair of shoes, and 5 water canisters in your trunk, or is it just me? Well, you gotta declutter if you wanna some cash. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you really carrying excess fat? Perhaps you’re a lot thinner than you think! Anything from bloating, to your clothes, to psychological factors might make you believe that you’re heavier than you actually are. Watch the video to find out the likely culprits that could be making you look pudgy despite your healthy weight. According to a 2010 study at University College London, our perception of our body size tends to be distorted. In fact, our brain usually sees our body as up to two-thirds bigger than it actually is! So, it’s best to stick to the facts, know what your ideal body weight is, and watch out for the foods that might make you appear bloated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to improve your skin health? You try to be diligent and wash your face each and every day. But some of the things you’re probably doing during your daily face-washing regimen could actually be hurting your skin! Remember that it takes your skin 28 days to renew itself. So if you start using these tips right away, don’t expect results overnight. Also, if you’re looking for a healthy glow from within, consider drinking more water and eating healthier foods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How can our Moon be so cool if the Sun is hot? By the way, rings around planets turn out to be more common than we thought. Do we know the shape of our Universe? Space is full of secrets and discoveries we're set to make. Here're 11 space facts you might have missed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why isn't the Moon a planet? By the way, did you know that it isn't isn’t actually our only satellite? Why do sunsets on Mars appear blue? And could you talk in outer space? I'll get these and more space questions answered. This video is full of incredible space facts. You'll learn more about the Universe than astronomy teachers can tell you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine this: the light from outside your window just got brighter. You stick your head out and notice that the moon got a lot bigger – double in size. Our natural satellite is responsible for many processes on Earth, so the water level rises by every second and has now entered your house. After a while, the head of NASA decides to launch an unmanned rocket into the Moon. Let's see if that helps to save the world as we know it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hello to all of you from a typical day. No! Let’s say another day full of adventure! Ahh buddy I've just come back from the bank. I wouldn’t call it an adventure but I do like the people who work there. It’s just .. you know something you do everyday. So everything is quite predictable. Yeah if you’re always in that “routine” fair enough! Isn’t it also difficult to get out of that “routine” when you have these certain things to do tho? I’d agree with this. But partly. We can actually try simple things even in this cycle. Like? Like taking a different road to work or gazing at different things around you. True. Does it ever happen to you like “oh has it always been here?” All the time. Sometimes I turn off my senses so much that I don't pay attention to something I actually see everyday. Then I’m like “oh that’s very new to me” Even if they’re not so new to us, sometimes we learn to understand the reality between some things. Yeah there are so many things we use everyday or simply pass by but are we really sure about their true purpose? Today we might surprise you about this. Shall we begin? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If chips is what you prefer as a snack, I've got great news for you! I've prepared some facts I bet you didn't know. For example, have you ever wondered why chips are curved? By the way, that curvy shape we consciously and unconsciously associate with chips has an incredible scientific name. And I'm gonna share it with you! Some more secrets of ordinary things are waiting for you in this video... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You might have learned in elementary school that when you sneeze, you should cover your mouth to avoid spreading germs. But it’s possible that no one ever told you what would happen if you kept the sneeze in. It turns out, the simple habit of holding in a sneeze can wreak havoc beyond belief on your body! According to The Cleveland Clinic, sneezing can send mucus flying at a rate of up to 100 mph. Picture that for a second, and you’ll get an idea of the power a sneeze carries. So, when you stifle it, what happens? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to deal with teens? Being a parent isn’t easy, especially when your child reaches puberty. And adolescence is no walk in the park for teens either! That’s why this can be a turbulent time for both parties involved. What can make the situation better and help you both come out with your relationship intact is if parents avoid saying the following things to their kids. Do you know, for example, that what looks like a harmless compliment can actually do some real psychological damage in a teen? Dr. Timothy Gunn, a licensed clinical psychologist, says that these sorts of compliments put extra pressure on your child, making them afraid that if they do something wrong, you'll see that they're not so smart, talented, and pretty after all. As a result, they often avoid risky situations because of a fear of failure! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You obviously know that going to bed too late, smoking, and eating too much is unhealthy for you. But sometimes even the most harmless habits can present danger to our health. Did you know you could end up in the hospital if you stifle your sneeze? Or that chewing gum can make you feel less focused? Or that while reading in bed, you’re putting your eyes and spinal cord? Bright Side has compiled a list of habits that seem harmless but actually pose great danger to our health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered what would happen if you stopped washing your hair? Washing our hair regularly is the basic hygiene tip we all know from childhood. Obviously, there aren't that many people who are willing to test it on themselves but, thankfully, experts already have an idea of how your hair would react to this bold experiment. Well, the first couple of days of your experiment would introduce you to an all-natural hair moisturizer known as sebum. As you let your scalp deal with everything on its own, your hair follicles would start producing more sebum just to make sure that your hair is properly hydrated. As a result, your hair would become greasy and oily. Wanna know the other details? Then watch the video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Summer is perfect time for vacation. But your home becomes an easy target for burglars when you're away! So how do you protect your home against thieves? Is it time to panic if you find some treats under your doormat? What do you do if you see a USB flash drive sticking out of the wall? Unfortunately, nowadays even your own house can’t be completely safe and protected from intrusion. But here are a few tips and tricks burglars don't want you to know but you should. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can you eat just one meal a day? The human body can survive without a bite of food for up to 3 weeks. Of course, it’s a different story with water; you wouldn’t last more than 3 or 4 days without it! You and I both know that people are expected to eat 3 full meals a day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Depending on how filling those meals are, you may squeeze in a few snacks here and there. It usually takes about 4 hours after each meal for your belly to start making those too-often-than-not embarrassingly monstrous growls, reminding you that it’s time for your next meal! But with different diets and fasting gaining popularity, I couldn’t help but wonder what would happen to my body if I ate just one meal every day for 30 days. I did it, and here’s what I got out of it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The human body is a very complicated mechanism full of unsolved conundrums. However, some of its mind-blowing abilities are already known. Do you know, for example, why newborn babies are very strong for their size and weight, or how men's breasts can produce milk? So do you wanna know the biggest secrets your body keeps? Bright Side would like to tell you about a few amazing things our bodies are capable of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the benefits of eating eggs? Do you wanna know what eating just one boiled egg a day will do for you? We're about to tell you about that! In fact, this product is balanced by nature itself. It contains a whole slew of vitamins and important elements. Egg yolk contains healthy fats that help cells function properly, and this includes the ones in your immune system. With a boost in your immunity, you’ll see yourself getting sick a lot less often! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So you took the big step in your relationship. No, you didn’t buy a house or an engagement ring. You gave your partner your passwords. By doing this, you’re saying that you trust them. While sharing this highly confidential information seems like a step in the right direction in your relationship, there are detrimental side effects that can come with it. A study conducted by Better Buy Insurance showed that 41% of 18- to 34-year-olds said they regretted sharing their passwords with their partners. That’s almost half! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's normal to feel nervous if you're about to undergo an operation. Unfortunately, numerous urban legends exist about how things can go wrong during surgery. Such myths don't have any grounds, but they can escalate your anxiety. One such fear makes people wonder what will happen if they wake up when an operation is in progress. People usually receive general anesthesia before major surgery. It relaxes muscles and puts patients to sleep. Therefore, nobody feels the pain of the operation. Waking up during surgery is called anesthesia awareness, and it is an extremely rare occurrence. According to the American Society of Anesthesiologists, only one person out of 10,000 wakes up from general anesthesia before an operation is finished. And if we speak about high-risk surgeries, this number drops to one in 40,000 patients. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to start your day right? What do we all do in the morning? Jump oAut of bed because we slept through our 5 alarms, watch some TV as the coffee’s brewing, grab a bagel, and run out the door. But some of the most common morning habits are actually really bad for you! For example, when you open your messages before you've even washed your face, you mess up your priorities. You concentrate on that stack of tasks that have accumulated in your inbox. And your attention switches from really important morning activities, such as having a meal or taking a shower, to work responsibilities. Attend to your personal needs first and only then pay attention to your other tasks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You're traveling to New York City and, of course, you want to see one of its main symbols - the Statue of Liberty. You take out your drone and prepare to fly it over the statue to get the best possible footage. Stop right there - there's a Federal Aviation Administration ban on it. National and state parks, sports arenas, and airports are some other places where you shouldn't take your drone for a spin. In other countries, there are drone-free cities, like Paris, for example. But where can you legally fly a drone? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The mysterious Red Planet has a lot of secrets. Mars is home to the largest volcano in the solar system, Olympus Mons. There’s convincing evidence that Mars once had liquid water on and beneath its surface. The sunrise and sunset on Mars are bluish-gray. At some point in the future, Mars might get rings like Saturn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our world is full of unusual places and it's great to explore it! This video will take you on an exciting journey to unveil the secrets of famous sights and monuments. I'll show you a library out there shaped like a bookshelf. We'll learn why is there’s a building in Ohio shaped like a basket. And there’s a Pink City out there, and it’s not where Barbie lives. Are you ready to explore these 10 secrets of famous sights? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you enjoy cooking, you're going to love some simple but very helpful tips on how to make the process faster and easier. If you find it hard to spread out cold butter over your toast, here's an idea: use a cheese grater. If you ever end up burning your cookies, you can save them with your trusty grater, too! Just grate off the blackened parts after carefully taking the cookies from the baking tray. Ever noticed that most juice boxes come with two flaps, one on each side? Those are actually handles! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever noticed how when you’re stargazing two nights in a row at the same time, let’s say 9 p.m., the stars stay in the same place, but the Moon doesn’t? I've learned the reason for this phenomenon and I'm ready to share it with you! I'll also tell you what exactly happens to the light after it disappears inside of a black hole. Here're 10+ cool space facts you probably haven't thought about! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You know what I’ve been thinking lately? Here we are again! Tell me what’s on your mind? I feel like going to REALLY cold places. You? I give you only 3 days and you’d eventually end up going to Hawaii. This time I mean it because I’m very inspired by those beautiful birds in tuxedos. By what? I mean.. by penguins. Ahh, aren’t they so cute?! They look like gentlemen wearing suits shambling around. Hah. Where does this penguin love come from? You know it’s not like adopting a dog. Yeah. That’s why I’m like “I should get to them.” And? I’ve been checking my possibilities for Antarctica! Uhmm. Okay things are getting a bit crazy right now. You know there are countries like Peru, Chile where you could see them. Does going to Antarctica sound more possible to you than going to South America? Yes. Because I’ve actually found a job vacancy in Antarctica. Uk Antarctic Heritage Trust announced that they’re looking for somebody who will be counting Gentoo Penguins in Antarctica and working in the souvenir shop at the same time! Hahah. Man, I’m sorry but I can’t imagine you doing that. Well okay at some point there are difficulties like having no time zone and cleaning penguin poop and- What? Cleaning penguin poops? Hahah. Wow, that is the dream job! And some personal hygiene issues... Don’t tell me you won’t have water to wash your hands. No no. I just remember reading something like “You’re lucky if a cruise ship docks nearby because that’ll be the only way for you to take a.. proper shower.” Wow what a relief.. Hahah. Yeah, also I won't have to pay my bills or any rent. There are like 2 ATMs though. I think I can survive for 6 months. What would you need the atms for? Are you gonna be going to the clubs with your penguins? It doesn’t sound so bad! I would come to Antarctica only to witness this! You know there’s a lot more to witness rather than my catchy dance moves with my penguins in Antarctica. Let me enlighten you a little bit more about it. Maybe you’ll change your mind eventually. I’m cleaning my dog’s poop and that’s quite enough for me already. But let’s hear what you’ll say. We can say that this coldest place ever can have temperatures as low as -128 ºF. So humankind didn’t really have a lot of attempts to discover it fully. It’s amazing how living beings survive in this eternal cold. And there’s a part we can’t even witness. The ice covering the continent hides a lot of things. Even today, scientists keep different creatures that don’t resemble any other living being. According to some legend, below this ice there might be a hidden city. The lost city of Atlantis. Listen to Bright Side on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0hUkPxD... Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id... For more videos visit BRIGHT SIDE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4rl... Music by Epidemic Sound https://www.epidemicsound.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to stop receiving spam messages. Are you looking for a super discounted luxury watch or bag that you can only buy today at one particular store? But then again, it’s not like you really need any special deals now that you’ve won the lottery and are one step away from a new life! If any of this sounds familiar to you, you must be one of millions of people worldwide that receive spam. There are apps for everything these days, and filtering spam is no exception. Most services basically set up a smarter filtering system for your email after you give them the address. These filters will adjust to your own preferences. Some apps also let you report these no-good spammers to internet providers in order to stop their activity. If you want to find out more, watch our new video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Grow Taller. Not all of us are naturally tall, and that can be frustrating. If you think there’s nothing you can do about it, you’re fortunately wrong. There are a number of things you can do to up your chances to grow up so that you can reach high shelves, and never have to worry about anyone blocking your view at the movies or concerts. This is especially true for teens and even young adults, since their bodies are still growing. Plus, want to-be-tall people have a few simple tricks up their sleeves to maximize their height. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to get rid of sleep problems? When was the last time you had a really great night’s sleep? Yesterday? Last year? When you were a child? Anything from body pain to your sleeping position to your emotions can disrupt your sleep cycle, causing you to wake up fatigued. So what’s the answer? Choose a set time to get up every morning and a time to head to bed. Try to follow this routine even during the weekends so that you don’t confuse your inner clock. This is a great way of fighting insomnia since your body will biologically begin to shut down come bedtime. It follows that, psychologically, your mind will also begin to calm down so that you fall asleep as soon as you’ve wrapped yourself in the blankets. Do you want to learn the other important tips that will make perfect sleep a reality? Then watch the video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most people don't even think about the possibility of being kidnapped. But there's a slim chance that it may happen to you. This experience is likely to be very traumatic. But if you know how to behave, the chances are high that you will come out of it unharmed. Let's imagine that criminals managed to get to you. Remind yourself that most victims of kidnappers survive their ordeal. Staying positive will help you not to lose heart. And this is the first and main step toward freedom. Remain calm, and don't threaten your captors. Be cooperative, and don't show any signs of aggression. So, do you want to find out how to deal with a kidnapping situation? Then watch our new video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some things seem huge or tiny to us, but we can never know their true size until we see them in comparison to something else. The blue whale has the largest heart compared to any living animal. Its heart is so big that a human could swim through its veins like tunnels. The tiniest animal heart belongs to fairyflies, and you'd need a microscope to see it. Using macro photography, we will see an object that looks like a deserted location from a fantasy novel, but in fact, it's just human cheeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The leaning tower of Pisa is one of the most famous Instagram-able spots in the world. There are pictures of people leaning on it or pretending to support it so that it doesn't fall. But did you know there’re more leaning towers out there? I’m gonna tell you all about it. Also, you’ll find out why Venice is always flooded and why London’s Big Ben is tilting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered why things are the way they are? Like why plastic tags on bread packages have different colors. Or what those holes in a takeout box are for? These 14 hidden uses of everyday stuff will blow your mind! I'll reveal purposes of ordinary things for you and you'll be surely surprised to hear many of them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever wondered why you have toenails? They shield the tips of our toes and fingers from injuries. If you can lick your elbow easily or touch your thumb to your forearm — congratulations, you’re among the minority of people. Do you feel ticklish when you tickle yourself? Normally, you wouldn’t unless someone else tickles you. And if you can wiggle your ears intentionally, you belong to a limited group of people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine that you come to sunny California and go for a hike in the mountains. But all of a sudden you have a strange, unpleasant feeling. As if someone’s watching you. Then you see some strange giant people in the horizon. What are they? This is an unusual natural phenomenon I'll tell you everything about! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to prevent mosquito bites? On a hot summer day, outdoor activities can be ruined by mosquitoes. These little guys can spoil every holiday, especially if you taste especially sweet! Research has proven that mosquitoes can rapidly learn and remember the smells of hosts, and that’s what makes some people more preferable than others. Bright Side found 8 natural yet super effective remedies to keep mosquitoes away from your body. Try them instead of reaching for more chemical sprays! Did you know, for example, that mosquitoes just hate garlic smell? So one of the easiest ways to make sure that mosquitoes will never fly in your direction is to eat some garlic! When you consume at least one clove, garlic oil releases from your pores, creating a powerful barrier between your skin and mosquitoes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Broaden Your Horizons. In case you think you know everything about our planet and us humans, here’s a surprise for you: the world is so interesting and complicated that you can always learn more about it to get smarter and impress your friends. Pay attention to these 15 amazing shocking facts that’ll completely change the way you see the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here's a portion of refreshing random facts about everything! Something that never gets boring is knowing random facts, as long as they are interesting! If you’ve been looking for some nice ice-breakers or just fun conversation starters, this video is here for you! For example, did you know that it's enough to use a small amount of toothpaste to brush your teeth, the size of a pea? But the ads show that you have to cover the entire toothbrush with paste as a marketing ploy. Let's find out why they do this... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're looking for wonders, exploring distant planets and discovering unusual natural phenomena. But one of the most fascinating wonders is right in the mirror - it's our body. I've gathered the most exciting body facts for you! For example, did you know that there're more nerve cells and connections in your brain than there're stars in the Milky Way? Another fascinating body fact is that you can physically see your nose, but the brain chooses to ignore it. How is it possible? We're looking for wonders, exploring distant planets and discovering unusual natural phenomena. But one of the most fascinating wonders is right in the mirror - it's our body. I've gathered the most exciting body facts for you! For example, did you know that there're more nerve cells and connections in your brain than there're stars in the Milky Way? Another fascinating body fact is that you can physically see your nose, but the brain chooses to ignore it. How is it possible? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's considered that not only does hugging feel good, it also has many positive effects on our mind and body. This phenomenon has long been studied and proven by scientists. But while most humans are totally cool with dishing out hugs all day, many people feel very uncomfortable doing it. Actually, they hate touching other people in general. So, what makes a person not want to be touched? And how can you spot this kind of person so that you don’t scare them away with a warm embrace? Believe it or not, the reasons may be more deeply rooted than you think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do people make a wish at 11:11? If you happen to glance at a digital watch or clock and it’s exactly 11:11, make a wish before the time changes! Your wish will come true only if you catch this time by chance. The origin of this superstition isn’t quite clear. It might be connected with this number sequence’s symmetry that, according to New Age philosophers, has mystical powers! Even those who don't consider themselves particularly superstitious can give in to the temptation to wish upon a shooting star or birthday candles. But do you know why people started wishing on these things in the first place? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Get ready to dive into the depths of prehistory and meet the biggest, baddest shark that ever ruled the seas - Megalodon. This ancient giant makes today's Great Whites look like tiny minnows! With teeth the size of a grown-up's hand and a jaw that could crush a car, Megalodon was the ultimate apex predator, ruling the waves with its colossal presence. Imagine coming face to face with this ancient sea monster - it's like a real-life Jaws, but on steroids! And if it did happen to one of the sea creatures still alive today, who would win in this epic encounter? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you ready to set sail on a mind-bending voyage through the mysterious waters of the Bermuda Triangle? Get ready to be captivated, intrigued, and maybe even a little spooked! In this epic video, we'll dive headfirst into the enigmatic tales and legends that have surrounded this infamous triangle for centuries. From disappearing ships to vanishing planes, the Bermuda Triangle has no shortage of mind-boggling mysteries. But fear not, fellow explorers! We've got seasoned experts and quirky enthusiasts ready to unravel the truth behind the myths. It's a rollercoaster of thrill and suspense as we journey through the unknown! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let me introduce you to the one and only octopus you should never, ever touch - the infamous blue-ringed octopus! Don't let its small size fool you, because this cute little guy packs a deadly punch! With its dazzling blue rings, it's like a tiny ocean superhero with a secret power. But here's the catch - those striking blue rings are a warning sign! When this octopus feels threatened, it unleashes a venomous bite that's no joke. So, when you spot this beautiful but dangerous creature, remember to keep your distance and admire its beauty from afar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nature lovers, thrill-seekers, and curious souls, this one's for you! Uncover the enigmatic allure of the green glade in a forest and embark on an unforgettable adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat. But remember, when you see the emerald hues, make sure to GET AWAY FAST! Join us for heart-pounding adventures in nature. SUBSCRIBE for thrilling escapades! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Embark on a thrilling voyage of imagination as we explore the fascinating possibilities and unforeseen consequences when Earth decides to journey further from our solar source. Brace yourself for an eye-opening adventure into the unknown realms of our celestial destiny! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There're numerous tourist attractions around the world you've definitely seen on postcards. But many of them have secrets we're never told. From the Statue of Liberty to the Eiffel Tower: find out the secrets of these famous monuments. I'll tell you what's hidden under the Statue of Liberty and why the Taj Mahal changes color. Don't miss this details hidden in famous sights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you ready to explore some new unique places? Then let's get on a boat: looks like a huge vessel has just sunk in the distance. In a couple of minutes, you see a small piece of land appear right in front of your eyes. It's releasing flames and lava. For the next three years, the small island covered with volcanoes will be slowly emerging from the water. Every day it'll erupt and fill the sky with black ash. What secret is it hiding? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the benefits of practicing silence? Did you know that we speak about 16,000 words per day? Of course, these numbers vary depending on your job, how many people you live with, and how many people you interact with every day. But still, the enormous amount of information going through our brains at any given moment! So sometimes we just need some peace, and that’s where practicing silence comes in. It can be a frightening experience at first. People think that being bound to silence for a while means losing the ability to communicate. In reality, being silent for a few days can give you a feeling of liberation you might never have experienced before. It can also lead to a stronger connection to yourself and offer you a genuine sense of peace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How much water should you drink? All humans need water to survive. In fact, two-thirds of your body is comprised of the stuff. While drinking water is undoubtedly part of your daily diet, there are ways it can actually be harmful. You may be drinking it incorrectly all the time without even knowing it. Do you drink water while you’re on the go, standing, walking, and even running? This easy habit can wreak havoc on your body! Specifically on your body’s filtration system, aka your kidneys. Do you drink water immediately after a big meal? That's not good for your body either! So, guys, we're going to tell you about how to get the most from your water intake! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would happen if you stopped going outside? Human beings aren’t biologically designed to be cooped up. People need to see the sun, be with nature, and stretch their legs. So if you’re stuck at home for a year or you’re a homebody and wish you never had to leave, you can bet you would undergo a dramatic transformation! First of all, your mental health will take a toll. Someone who stays indoors for a year would lose interest in the things they once cared about and feel sluggish and depressed almost every day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you love yourself more than anyone else? Are you sure that you're prettier, smarter, and more charming than others? Well, you might hive narcissism. The word that describes this unusual mental condition appeared in ancient times. According to Greek mythology, the name Narcissus belonged to some fascinating character. His story can teach you that too much self-love can cause too many problems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You’re going through a wormhole of some kind and can’t stop. Suddenly, it’s all black. You wake up after a few seconds in a pixilated world. You’re in some kinda forest surrounded by giant trees and rocks. You look at your hands and see that you’re wearing gauntlets. You enrolled in an experimental program to be in this virtual world for 365 days. Do you think you can survive there? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would you do if one day you found an egg that would turn out to be a dragon's? What would you name your new pet? Would you be able to train it? Where would you live with it? All dragon fans must have answers to these questions, but if you don't have them yet, here's your chance to see how this what-if scenario can go. And yes, dragons could be real if you believe it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Does shaving your hair make it grow back darker and thicker? Since childhood, we’ve been reading and hearing a lot of "facts," the truthfulness of which we never doubted. However, many of them are artifice. There are so many false myths we spread from day to day that it’s about time the world of science created an entirely separate department dedicated to myth debunking! Otherwise, people will continue believing that the sun is yellow, beer makes you gain weight, and that it’s not harmful to rinse your mouth out with water after brushing your teeth. Bright Side recalled and destroyed 11 common misconceptions. Watch this video to learn about how some of the most acceptable “facts” are completely untrue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here's a video that'll reveal secrets of the main US landmark. The Statue of Liberty is one of the most recognizable structures in the world. In 1886, the monument wasn't just symbolic. For 16 years, the statue functioned as a fully operational lighthouse! Why doesn't it serve as one now? And one of the secrets I'mm gonna reveal contains a theory suggesting that Lady Liberty might not even be a lady at all... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What happens if you stop washing your face? You wake up in the morning, head to the bathroom, and give your face an energizing and refreshing wash. But what if you skipped that part of your daily routine for a whole month? Would your face get greasy and red with pimples? Or would it be quite the opposite? Do you know that there are cultures and places around the world where women don’t wash their faces at all because there is no running water? Still, they have beautiful and clean skin with no traces of acne or breakouts. Can you do that too? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you noticed aviator sunglasses mostly have green lenses? Remember those attachments your vacuum cleaner came with? Did you know regular paper clips have a secret use? Just like those holes in the side of your converse sneakers. Let's find out about the hidden purposes of things you use every day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that the world's largest desert isn't the Sahara? The biggest deserted landscapes are actually the cold ones: located in Antarctica and the Arctic. About 20,000 years ago, the Sahara was actually one big oasis. Now its boundaries are expanding: since the 1920s, the Sahara is considered to have grown by over 10%. Let's find out how this process can affect the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you a fan of Oreos? Then you might wanna major in Oreology: it's a whole field of science that studies Oreos. Researchers are doing everything in their power to answer this question, "Why does all the cream remain only on one side of the Oreo?" They found that if you twist an Oreo slowly and steadily, this will reduce the stress and most likely let the cream stay on both sides of the cookie. You can try it yourself while discovering some other cool facts about everyday items I've prepared for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some items you use every day are hiding some secrets, and once you know them, you can take the most out of them. For most refrigerators, you can change the way you open their doors if you reverse the handles. Next time you want to have some fresh lemon juice, just use a pair of kitchen thongs. Place the lemon between the thongs and use the force of the tool to squeeze all the juice out in no time. You may have noticed some weird bumps on the concrete sidewalk – especially in crowded or high-traffic areas, but do you know what they're for? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The trio of ships saw journeys of triumph and tragedy. Everyone knows the story of the Titanic, but not many people know that the Titanic had 2 sister ships.
Bad luck seemed to follow the trio of ships, but each one of them had glorious moments that live in the minds of those who sailed in them. White Star Line, the company who built the Titanic, had high hopes for what the “unsinkable ship” and its sister ships, the Britannic and the Olympic, would accomplish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many researchers thought that the Egyptian tombs were constructed to highlight the majesty pharaohs. And that's what we studied at school. Yeah, past tense! Brace yourselves, folks, because it looks as if scientists have finally discovered the true purpose of the pyramids! It seems these unique structures might have had a function that was a far cry from burying the dead... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On April 28, 1988, a 19-year-old Boeing 737 headed for Honolulu. After a normal take-off and ascent, the plane got to the usual cruising altitude, when a huge section of the airplane's roof tore off completely. The plane started to roll from side to side, and it was becoming increasingly harder to control. The pilots decided to make an emergency landing, but as they were approaching the runway, the left engine failed. This unusual flight story might seem unreal, but it's 100% based on true events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What will our future be like ten years from now? There are numerous inventions in laboratories and research think-tanks at the present time that we will become aware of within the next ten years. But some of them are already known as planned. Concrete will be replaced, our clothing will change, we'll also see big changes in transportation. What else will the future bring? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here's a portion of refreshing random facts about everything! Something that never gets boring is knowing random facts, as long as they are interesting! If you’ve been looking for some nice ice-breakers or just fun conversation starters, this video is here for you! For example, did you know that it's enough to use a small amount of toothpaste to brush your teeth, the size of a pea? But the ads show that you have to cover the entire toothbrush with paste as a marketing ploy. Let's find out why they do this... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Titanic is one of the most famous shipwrecks in history. But many details of what exactly happened still remain a mystery. One of them: what happened to the iceberg that sank the Titanic? It turns out, the iceberg was floating for one more year after the shipwreck. Let's unveil one of the secrets surrounding the Titanic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do mermaids really exist? How do these half-human half-fish mythical sea creatures look? Does Aquaman live among mermaids? Anyway, one of the interesting things about legends is that entirely different parts of the world describe seeing the exact same thing for centuries! Believe it or not, scientists and historians have been interested in the mermaid’s existence for years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who built the ancient city of Petra it? What was it used for? And how is it that an entire city became “lost”? Some of the answers remain elusive even to the most avid historians.
Petra is an ancient city carved into red desert cliffs. The city is located in Jordan, 150 miles from Amman (Jordan’s capital). It has been deserted for hundreds of years, but thousands of years ago, the city was thriving. Petra was a powerful trading center with a top-notch location for silk and spice trade routes. It was also the capital of the Nabataean Empire.
The Nabateans were experts in water technology. They constructed tunnels, dams, cisterns, and water chambers, and Petra was a type of oasis to weary travelers in search of water. This brilliant water engineering allowed the Petrans to stay in the city even in periods of drought and to survive flash floods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some cars have a curry hook near the center console, next to the driver's seat. Some specific car models have a designated place in the driver door panel that perfectly fits an umbrella. If you own an iPhone, text an airline code and flight number to yourself. When clicking on it later, you'll be able to pull up flight data, like the gate the flight leaves from or if the flight is on schedule. Here's a list of secret car features and small but useful details in everyday things you didn't know about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The star at the center of our Solar System is scorching hot and huge. But what would happen to us and our planet if it became as big as the Sun? Crossing our planet is like driving back and forth across the USA 3 times. But how about repeating this journey 305 more times? Just imagine the gas expenses. This would be the journey across the Earth is it was the size of the Sun. And not just that would change… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to increase your productivity? Everybody has probably had moments in their life when their pile of tasks didn't want to decrease. But there is one method that can help you solve this problem once and for all! It's called “1-3-5.” The main idea of this method is that during the day, you can do one big and important thing, 3 medium and less crucial things, and 5 small and much less important things. Thousands of people all over the world have already tried the “1-3-5" rule, claiming that this method has had a great impact on their productivity. Let's have a look at this intriguing approach! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Make Money if You’re a Kid. It’s never too early to start making some profit and savings, is it? If you’re a kid with an entrepreneurial spirit and you’re looking to make your own money, here are 12 simple and effective ways to do just that. 10-year-old Ryan Kelly, one of the youngest contestants to appear on Shark Tank, has his own dog treat business called Ryan’s Barkery. There’s also Mikaila Ulmer, who took the classic lemonade stand to the next level when she founded BeeSweet Lemonade at just 11 years old. These kids are living proof that in the business world, age ain’t nothin’ but a number! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Bermuda Triangle is one of the most mysterious spots on our planet. It's a region of the North Atlantic Ocean which does not appear on any world maps. But is it just its reputation or the Bermuda Triangle really has a high incidence of disappearances? I've decided to figure out what makes the Bermuda Triangle so mysterious and unique... and I'm ready to share this knowledge with you. Here're the most thrilling facts about the Bermuda Triangle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For centuries, a mysterious ship has been sailing the oceans bringing bad luck to any poor soul that sets eyes on it. This ship is the Flying Dutchman, the most notorious and legendary vessel of all time. Few people know that behind the story of the Flying Dutchman, there was a real ship. According to most sources, it was the vessel of Captain Hendrick van der Decken (who was often called the Dutchman). This ship sank in 1641, but many sailors claimed to have seen it afterward. And each time, the encounter served as a bad omen…
Not so long ago, scientists announced that they’d solved the enigma of the Flying Dutchman. Only... did they really? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This vase looked like nothing special. If you saw it somewhere in an antique store, you’d hardly give it a second glance. The vase itself is a paradox. Even though numerous websites list it as one of the most haunted objects in history, people know almost nothing about the vase itself or its whereabouts. However, there IS something that is known.
The first mention of the vase goes back to the 15th century. Legend has it that this piece of art was crafted in a small Italian town. It was supposed to be a wedding gift for a beautiful young bride delivered to her anonymously the night before the wedding. The woman believed it was a sign of good luck, but the vase turned out to be quite the opposite... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Would you have ever thought that there could be such a huge one as a hidden continent? For decades, people thought they knew all about the tectonic structure of our planet. I mean, we’ve been taught since kindergarten that there are exactly 7 continents, right? The oceans might be mostly unexplored, but we’re confident that we’ve seen everything the Earth has to offer in terms of landmass. However, geologists have recently rocked this world with an astonishing discovery: they claim that they found the 8th continent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are places swarming with dark secrets, forbidden passages, and hidden rooms. Few people are aware of the existence of these places, but occasionally, someone will accidentally fall across a sealed door or locked room, and the mystery is unraveled.
Approximately 60 miles away from London, there is a beautiful old palace. Future British Prime Minister Winston Churchill was born within its walls. In 1768, the insides of the abandoned bridge got flooded. Lately, two of the lakes, the Queen Pool and the Great Lake, have been steadily drying out. Not so long ago, the decision was made to restore the Grand Bridge. The engineers constructed a labyrinth of dams, siphons, and groundwater wells, and as soon as the water level dropped by 6.5 ft, a shocking truth was revealed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do aliens exist? In the first days of January, a new revolutionary telescope in Canada detected 13 new signals coming toward Earth from deep space! Does it mean we are not alone in this Universe? Let's figure it out!
The most shocking aspect of this finding is that one of these 13 radio bursts is a highly unusual repeating signal. It comes from a source located approximately 1.5 billion light years away. Experts keep debating on the origin of this signal. But there already exist several theories which shed some light on the mysterious flashes... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever noticed that little white string inside the eggs? It's not part of a baby chick or anything yucky. The strings keep the egg yolk from splatting against the shell. There are many other everyday things that are hiding their secrets. Let's unveil some myths about them and find out what your zipper really says, what's in the middle of an Oreo cookie, and answer many other questions you've always had about the most common things. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Globally, people produce about 1.3 billion tons of waste every year! This garbage is accumulating on Earth and bringing harm to both people and the environment. So, why don't we just send all this waste off to burn up in the Sun? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you love staying at a nice hotel when you're on a trip? White bedsheets, tasty breakfasts, nice view from your room. But what if I tell you hotels hide some unpleasant secrets behind their walls? Built-in hidden cameras, dirty TV remotes, germy bedspreads and so much more... Here're hotel secrets you wanted to know but were afraid to ask. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are several main reasons why people confront you about inappropriate things. Sometimes they don't realize that it's unsuitable. Yup, some people genuinely think that there's nothing wrong with asking you about your weight or when will you finally get married. Some people are brutally honest by nature. They're not used to keeping their mouth shut. There are people who are just angry! And this type of personality really does want to hurt you. So, let's imagine you're hanging out with your friends, laughing, and having a great time, when someone suddenly asks you the rudest question ever. What should you do? Don't worry, we know exactly how you can become the king or queen of witty comebacks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered what color is the Moon? Yellow is the most popular answer, but in fact, our Sun contains absolutely all the waves of the light spectrum. It’s simultaneously red, blue, green, yellow – you name it. But what would happen if the Sun had a different color? If it was red, the whole world would look like it does during sunsets. And what if the Sun was green? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're used to the fact that space is cold, but our Universe is actually getting hotter. Scientists found that the temperature of a gas in space has gone up more than 10 times in the last 10 billion years. There are many mechanisms that help to heat up the matter in the Universe, and they could go crazy if space warms up. Active stars, colliding galaxies, stellar cataclysms, black holes, neutron stars - the Universe has so many sources of energy. So, will this change in temperature lead to a catastrophe? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you head to Luzon Island in the Philippines, you’ll find Callao Cave hidden in the jungle. "What's so special about an old cave?" you may ask. Well, this is exactly where archeologists discovered a previously unknown ancient species related to us humans!
This human-like species was dubbed Homo luzonensis in honor of the island it was discovered on. Adults were probably quite short, about 4 feet (1.2 m) tall. The scientists assumed that this species led a mixed lifestyle, what with their ability to both climb trees and walk on two legs. However, the finding seems to raise more questions than it answers... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you've always been interested in outer space, here's news for you: astronomers have recently found a potentially habitable planet! It's called Barnard’s Star B. It has slightly more than 24 hours in a day, and it’s always sunny there no matter what. Actually, it's really cold there, but simple lifeforms can develop and survive in these conditions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The titan of the sea, the great unsinkable ship that sank – over a century later, the mystery of the Titanic is still being studied to this day. Only a third of the ship’s passengers survived, while over 1,500 lost their lives. But out of all those casualties, only 340 bodies were recovered. So, the question remains: what happened to the remaining 1,160? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wasps, bees, hornets - all of them make buzzing noises and you don't want neither of them around your house. Most people are wary of bees but hornets are a different story. Thanks to their sheer size and ability to sting you more than once, these insects can seriously ruin your day. Imagine thousands of them covering your backyard... Sounds like a real nightmare! These large insect colonies won't let you sleep at night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In 1911 the rail company “Zanetti” offered well-off Italians a free trial ride on their new train. The passengers were enjoying their ride making small talk and enjoying their refreshments. One of the sites they were looking forward to was a new tunnel that went through a mountain. It was one of the longest ever built at the time.
If only they knew they would never come back... Imagine traveling on a train that is actually a time machine. The 106 passengers and crew of the Zanetti train probably would’ve thought twice before they embarked on their adventure, had they known that. Just like the passengers of the “Titanic,” which set off for its first and last cruise almost a year later, they never reached their destination. The difference, though, is that no one knows what happened to the train… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Elon Musk. Warren Buffet. Mark Zuckerberg. You interested in joining the club of insanely rich? Everybody wants to be successful. However, not many actually make it a reality. So if you wanna start counting your billions, you first gotta start thinking like a millionaire and adopt the millionaire mindset. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Things work differently in space: the gravity, vacuum and temperature all influence the objects in space. What if we decided to conduct an experiment and send food to space before eating it? We've prepared the most delicious garlic bread and it's ready to travel! We get our weather balloon ready and launch the garlic bread to the sky. We wipe the tears from our cheeks as we watch it disappear beyond the clouds. The balloon will endure temperatures as cold as -90° C, meaning we'd better have a microwave on hand should it make its way back to us... Are you ready to witness this epic flight? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to stay safe while traveling? Now and then magazines, newspapers, and websites publish lists of the safest and the most dangerous travel destinations. But in fact, there’s always a chance of being robbed or attacked in any country in the world. When you’re unfamiliar with your surroundings, it can make you vulnerable to people looking to take advantage of you. Before going on a trip to another city or country, it’s better to consider your safety in advance. Luckily, there are some great hacks you can use to make your travels safe and worry-free, like putting a glass on the door handle of your hotel room! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NYC has about 40 islands. And among those, there’s one that’s so confidential that you can't even visit it! Mystery worth solving, don't you think? We’re about to take a trip to the hush-hush New York island known as U Thant. You’ll definitely be surprised by its interesting history... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you think people have pretty much gotten the hang of how things work on Earth? For example, we know that islands don’t just pop up overnight and they definitely don’t move. So when they do, we’re left scrambling for answers. Here are the most bizarre moving islands that had researchers stumped!
Scientists needed to study this thing up close. When they approached the mysterious island, they were amazed to find that it wasn’t a solid piece of land at all! It was a giant mass of rocks floating on the surface of the water. And it really was humungous, about 300 miles long and 30 miles wide, a lot bigger than Jamaica, in fact. And this layer of floating rocks was about 2 feet thick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Being a scientist is fun: you conduct new experiments every day (some of them are totally crazy!). And all these experiments can prove incredible facts, and we chose those we considered the most amazing and unbelievable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you compare some of the photographs which can be found on NASA’s website, you can really see how human beings have changed the appearance of our world over the years. The time difference between these images ranges from five to 100 years. Incredible stuff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is time travel possible? Do you know who made those strange symbols in the Amazon rainforest? Maybe, aliens did? We’re going to tell you about 13 mysterious phenomena that would send cold chills down your spine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever looked up at the Moon and then noticed a smiling face there? And the next night it was different. There're places where people see the shape of a rabbit on the Moon. What does that picture on our satellite depend on? Here's why some people see a smiling face on the Moon and others see different things. This video is full of space things you may not have learned at school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered how soda bottles keep that refreshing fizz for that long? Well, they have a little plastic ring fastened to the lid. They place it there to keep the gas from escaping and making the soda go flat, even if you shake it around in your bag the whole day. Cotton pads have two sides, and if you take the time to look at them carefully, they're actually different in texture. Many other things you use every day without paying special attention to them have their own stories and secrets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
To be fair, about 80% of all flights are ON time — that is, within 15 minutes of the scheduled time. The other 20% are delayed, and it might seem a huge number, but consider this: a commercial flight is not like hopping into a car and driving away. It’s an extremely serious operation that requires lots of coordinated work from hundreds of people. Just recall how many steps do you, as a passenger, need to take to get on board! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sleep is super-duper important! It gives your body much-needed rest and recovery. It allows your brain to work at its fullest. But sometimes you feel sleepy right after you wake up and even for most of the day. Any ideas why this happens to you more often than not? No, it’s not because of a lack of sleep. It’s because you keep hitting that snooze button like it’s your job! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For many years, literature and movies have made us believe that a typical happy couple is comprised of a younger woman with an older man. Today, however, people are more open-minded and things like age difference don’t play a big role anymore. And one study showed that men aged 20 to 29 prefer older women these days. Let’s see what makes them so happy together! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Where did we come from? Where are we headed? What is our world? Are we alone in the universe? When the mental gears really start moving, people can come up with theories that are downright terrifying! In this video, you'll learn about 13 of the scariest theories that’ll make you question everything you thought you knew about your reality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you believe that people were less eccentric in the past than they are today, think of their fashions and traditions. Maybe you’ll change your opinion. We’ve gathered twelve really strange things that our ancestors thought normal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the scariest books ever written? Stephen King, Scott Smith, Shirley Jackson: these are the writers who can scare the hell out of you! You'll probably agree that the scariest types of books are psychological horrors. The ones where fear is evoked from inexplicable mysteries and paranoia. You can't sleep with the lights off days after reading such a book! If you’ve never enjoyed the thrill of this sort of reading, Bright Side has got some recommendations for you! And don’t worry, no spoilers ahead! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A lot of works of art and architecture are famous all around the world, but we often don’t know a lot about them. Here's a list of 11 of the most intriguing ones. We were amazed at what we found out, and we are sure that so will you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to keep an exotic pet. It can be a skunk, a fennec, or even a capybara. Above all, it’ll cost you quite a lot of money and effort to take care of one of those creatures. But if you’re ready to accept the challenges and responsibilities, pay attention to these important tips any exotic pet owner must follow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some things you use every day without even thinking have their secrets. Remember those mysterious stripes on bathroom towels? It's not just a decoration — it's a stabilizer strip to help the towel last longer. The circle on the plastic milk jug can tell you if the milk is good or bad. There's a big chance that your oven door is removable: it means you can clean it between the glass, as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The next time a friendly stranger asks to take a photo of your cute puppy, think twice. They could be after your personal data written on the collar. If you ever come across a dog wearing a vest saying 'service dog,' you should take a moment to examine if its owner is nearby. If you find that the dog is by itself, you should stay with it. It may just lead you back to someone in desperate need of help. There are some other simple life-saving tips that can help you a lot one day.
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The Moon seems to be really close to Earth, but did you know that every planet in the Solar System, including Jupiter and Saturn, would fit between the Moon and us? "Black Moon" is a rare astronomical event that happens once every 2.5 years. It's an unofficial term that may mean the second new Moon in a month. Another meaning for this term is an event that happens about once every 19 years, when, unlike during a regular new moon, you'll be able to see its dark silhouette. Let's find out more about the "Black Moon," "Blue Moon," and "supermoon." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fresh water is one of the most valuable resources we have. There are many countries that have massive shortages of drinking water, and people have been in constant search for new sources. But recently, a solution just might have been discovered — and it lies deep under the ocean. Reservoirs of fresh water under the seabed were discovered back in the 1970s. It was not exactly drinking quality, but the level of salt in it was at least half that of the sea above the pockets. At the time, though, the researchers thought about this water as no more than a curiosity. Interest in the subject flared anew in 2015. And what scientists found was simply astounding! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey there! Wanna know how dangerous are you according to your sign? Yup, zodiac signs are fun and interesting, but they aren't all about our best qualities. For example, Sagittarians are exceptional manipulators, and they use this skill to shove all their problems onto someone else. If you're a Gemini, your danger factor comes from your duality. Aries can be scarily power-hungry, controlling, and reckless. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the summer of 2014, Viktor Kazachenko was riding his motorcycle across the steppe of Northern Kazakhstan. He was headed to a nearby town to run some errands, but he never arrived. Kazachenko was hit by a mysterious illness that made him black-out and fall asleep while riding. He woke up 4 days later in the hospital, with no memory of what happened. And, he wasn’t the only one. The village of Kalachi, in Kazakhstan, has been struck by a true medical enigma that’s causing people to fall asleep for days at a time. Interestingly, when they come out of it, they have no recollection of what happened. Forty-six-year-old Taisiya, from Kalachi, experienced this sleepy hollow 3 times in just a few years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Where is the biggest building? Who was the tallest person? What does the biggest pizza look like? Don’t let anybody fool you — size certainly matters! Human beings tend to associate size with authority and power, which is probably why we use phrases like “the bigger, the better” and put so much emphasis on “making it big.” When it comes to these things in this video, it’s been confirmed time and time again that bigger is better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some of these islands are so mystifying that most people don’t even know they exist. Some have such a gruesome history that many don’t want to talk about them. Did you know there’s an island that seems to have disappeared from the face of Earth? And another that is said to be home to thousands of wandering ghosts? Get ready because these 8 islands are bound to give you goosebumps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Superpowers like living forever, surviving without oxygen and imitating any sound. Bright Side found some creatures with abilities that are even more surprising, funny, weird, and sometimes disgusting than any superhero. Make sure to watch this video till the end – you don’t want to miss the proof zombie apocalypse could be something very real, do you? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Everyone is always talking about technological advancements and science constantly speeding up with each year. But why don’t we know how dinosaurs went extinct or if there was ever life on Mars? And what about space travel, hoverboards, and flying cars?! Ok, we’re not there yet, but here are some other recent discoveries that bring us closer to a bright future! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are amazing discoveries that made the smartest scientists scratch their heads for years. These experts spend their whole lives searching for answers to some of the world’s biggest mysteries. Yet some of their findings defy logic and are still waiting to be solved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you ready for a new easy DIY project? This video will teach you how to make cute & jumpy little paper octopuses in under 10 minutes. All you'll need is two squared sheets of paper, a marker, and some patience. The octopus will come in two pieces. So let's get down to it right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you still believe the blue side of the eraser can erase the pen? False - its purpose is to erase a pencil, but in case you're writing something on heavier paper. The blue side can remove the smudges you see after using the pink eraser, too. It's just one of many examples of everyday things hiding unexpected secrets. From red mesh bags to ridges in toothpick tops - they all have a tale to tell! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all know it's not okay to lie, but in some situations, it can be a lifesaver. If someone in the hotel lobby asks you if you're traveling alone, always tell them: "No, I'm with my friends." The same rule works for planes, trains, and any other transportation. If you ever need directions, and someone offers to walk you to the place, politely reject that offer: "I know how to get there." If you notice a flat tire after a visit to your favorite store or restaurant, go back in and ask someone to help you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ah, India... It's a country of great wisdom, incredible history, ruins of ancient cities, eastern spices, delicious tea, and beautiful nature. India gave the world a great civilization. You will never want to leave it. However, when you have to do that, don't forget to exchange your rupees. No one is allowed to take them out of the country! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why is your cat sad or mad at you? If your cat isn’t happy, no one in the house is allowed to be either. Sometimes we cat owners, with all our affection and loyalty, actually do more harm than good. At least that’s what we recently learned, and we’re here to spread the message! Did you know, for example, that most cats just hate strangers? They see any other creatures of their kind as competition for food, toys, and love. Or have you ever noticed they don’t like belly rubs? A cat’s stomach is its most vulnerable area, and protecting it is a basic instinct. So be gentle and respectful! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to protect your house when you're away? Suppose you're heading out of town. Whether it’s a well-deserved vacation or a business trip, you should secure your home from burglars. First and foremost, cover your peephole! This is an easy way to beef up your security. But there're some other home safety tips you’ll definitely wanna remember. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How can a human being carry 50,000 lb? What happened to Amelia Earhart? These are some of the questions that remain unanswered to this day. We are fascinated by mysteries. Check out these 4 unsolved mysteries that have been baffling people for years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are countless doors all over the world that haven't been opened for decades and even centuries. The question is why? The truth is that some doors were sealed for a grave reason. And so far, nobody has found out what treasures and mysteries they hide. Here are 4 doors that keep their secrets all too well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do mammals have four limbs? Imagine this. You're speaking on the phone holding it in your left hand, looking at the watch on your right one, sipping from a cup of coffee in your third hand, and opening your laptop to turn on a new Bright Side video with your fourth hand. How’s that for convenience?
You see, fish began to crawl out onto land about 500 million years ago. It had four fins that started to turn into limbs during evolution. This way, amphibians could move through the mud. The further these amphibians went, the more their fins looked like legs. But what if evolution had changed its course a little? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the most unusual modes of transportation? Maglevs, space shuttles, funiculars —seems like we’ve seen it all. But few people know there were — and still are! — types of transport that you could only imagine in your wildest dreams. How about jet-powered trains? Or bicycles with sewing machines installed in them?
Ever heard of dog sleds? In 1939, a certain Z. Wiggs, 80-year-old dog trainer, thought it was time for the dog sled to evolve and created his muttmobile. It looked like a love child of a car and a hamster wheel: the driver controlled the car, while a dog sitting in a huge wheel behind him walked or ran, generating energy. Cool idea, isn't it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Future passenger planes... What will they look like? What is the future of air travel? What new technologies can we expect to see? Well, the future of flying is gonna be amazing! Aircraft designers are currently working on creating much more comfortable conditions for all kinds of travelers and especially long-distance ones.
A long flight may take over 10 or even 15 hours, and all this time all you do is try to position your legs so they don’t become as stiff as tree trunks. And anticipating a jet lag while trying not to go insane from boredom. About time someone should do something about it! Good news: airlines are on it right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NASA's Curiosity rover recently sent an image to Earth with a door clearly seen on Mars! Could it mean that we have found another civilization? Is it possible that there was or still is life on the Red Planet? Unfortunately, astronomers were fast to disappoint us: they claimed it was just a natural part of the Martian landscape. But still, there are a lot of interesting unknown facts about Mars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The video explains the reason behind shopping carts having holes in them, which is to prevent overspill and allow air circulation. It also discusses 15 other fascinating facts about shopping carts, such as the purpose of the black dots on car windows and the small second hole on gas cans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever noticed that some people could easily gain the trust of everyone and create a positive image of themselves? Jeff Haden, one of the most influential and popular people on LinkedIn and the author of almost 30 business and communication books, explained how they do it. It turns out they know some simple secrets, and today you have a chance to discover them all. Have you ever thought, for example, how powerful tool a touch is? It helps people understand their emotions better. Expressing your feelings depends on the situation – you could either shake hands or pat someone on the back. This will help you show how sincere your words are, express the right feelings, and gain the trust of others. Interested? Here're really important characteristics that make any person look more confident and charming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered if there are things an airplane simply can’t or won’t do? It turns out that airplanes have strict rules regarding their pathways in the sky – for safety reasons, and for the sake of staying friendly with continental neighbors. Some of the places they’re not allowed to fly over might surprise you! For example, planes won’t fly directly over the Earth’s poles and over the Pacific Ocean. You can't see planes over Tibet and over the City of Mecca. The airspace over Walt Disney World and Disneyland is also a no-fly zone. The same applies to Area 51 but we don't know why. Other videos you might like: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is the toothiest critter that ever lived on our planet? For example, the strength of human jaws is about 160 pounds per square inch. It’s good to break some tough cookie or a pistachio shell, which is enough for survival in our harsh modern world. But what about more serious contenders? A mastiff is among the mightiest friends humans have, and it can easily snap a thick branch in two. A lion can show 650 psi — it’s four times stronger than the human’s bite! But did you know that the hyena’s jaw force is higher than that of both lion’s and tiger’s? Well, if hyenas were not cowardly, they would probably be among the most feared animals of the savannah! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cats’ Sleeping Positions can reveal a lot about their personality, health and how they are feeling. This guide breaks down the most common cat sleeping positions and explains the science behind why cats sleep in certain ways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Unveil the captivating world of travel secrets with us as we delve into the unknown. Discover the enchanting stories behind 20+ hidden treasures, from why we shouldn’t board first to insider knowledge that will transform your adventures. Get ready to step off the well-trodden path and embrace a whole new level of exploration! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ChatGPT is here to help, so ask it anything and everything. From curious questions to silly jokes, this AI loves a good conversation. You can use ChatGPT as your writing partner, brainstorming buddy, or even as a character in your own story. ChatGPT is here to entertain and assist you, so have fun experimenting with different prompts, playing with language, and exploring the limits of this incredible AI. But remember, ChatGPT is not perfect. It can sometimes get things wrong or give unusual answers. So, be sure to use your critical thinking skills and fact-check when needed. It's all part of the fun! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are the letters SSSS on your boarding pass a reason to worry? What is much more dangerous than turbulence? Should you really try to be the first to board the plane? Can airplanes operate with one engine? Find out the coolest facts about planes you've always wanted to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to understand you are smart? How to become a genius? Here are 13 traits of intelligent people that will help you recognize them without any tests.
We usually take IQ tests to measure a person’s mental abilities, but as it’s not always necessary. It’s hard to argue with the fact that some of us are smarter than others (yes, there are so FEW of us). It might be offensive, but it is what it is, and there is no denying it. We usually take IQ tests to measure a person’s mental abilities, but as it turns out, it’s not always necessary!
What does it mean if you are a messy person? Can someone lazy be smart? We've got 13 traits of intelligent people that will help you recognize them without any tests. You can use these signs for self-analysis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Voyager 1, which has been traveling through interstellar space for more than 45 years, suddenly began to send strange signals to Earth. Even more bizarre, there are no signs that the probe has broken or anything. Scientists from NASA are desperately trying to find the reason. Thanks to Voyager, we discovered several new moons of Jupiter and a previously unknown system of its rings and learned that Jupiter's famous Red Spot is actually a giant, super-fast storm. So, what could be producing these mysterious signals? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You take good care of your care, but sometimes unpleasant things can happen to it, not because of your fault. If it has become a target for stray animals, you can protect your vehicle with some essential oils, like peppermint, for example, or those made out of cloves and cayenne pepper. There are also little things you can do to keep your car safe in the winter. Its interior needs some extra love and care during the cold season, so a set of all-weather floor mats might be practical. Let's find out how to cope with different problems, from poor visibility to a draining battery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Okay - 6 A.M. Alarm. Shower. Coffee. Office. You answer emails, type a program, write, build, design, make calls. Finally – lunch! Do you have time today? Nope, gonna have to skip again – tight deadline on that report. It's already dark outside when you head home and fall into bed, exhausted. Work has become our existence – you’ll spend 1/3 of your life doing it. Though, that statistic is probably higher for many. But what if we take it all away? What if all the jobs just vanished one day? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever tried to sell something online? And did you succeed at it? Or maybe you had a hard time selling the watch grandma gave you for the graduation that you put on sale because of a “personal financial crisis”? Don’t worry, you’ll be much better at e-commerce once you know the secrets of the trade. For example, there's a trick that marketers have long used to sell products that aren’t exactly the most popular. A free gift or a bonus increases the value of the purchase in the eyes of the buyer. For example, when you’re selling a laptop, offer a flash drive or headphones as a gift. And be sure to mention the bonus in the beginning of your ad! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The chances that one day you will encounter a shark are minuscule, small, shall we say, teeny tiny. And still, there are dozens of frightening myths surrounding these creatures, even though most of them are misconceptions. For example, everybody knows that sharks have a very developed sense of smell that’s hundreds of times stronger than yours. It's probably no wonder that sharks can detect tiny amounts of different substances in the water, right? But what about the belief that sharks can smell a drop of blood from miles away? Is it true? And how much time will you need to get back to the safety of the beach and get a band-aid if you, say, cut your foot on a sharp stone while swimming in the ocean? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scientists are embarking on a wild adventure that involves drilling a ginormous hole in the Earth's crust! It holds all sorts of juicy information about our planet's history. By drilling into it, scientists can uncover clues about ancient climates, the evolution of life, and even the formation of mountains. Imagine the excitement as they descend deeper and deeper, discovering hidden rock formations, unraveling Earth's secrets, and high-fiving each other like victorious explorers. It's like being on a roller coaster ride into the Earth's unknown depths, except instead of screaming in fear, they're screaming in scientific delight! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Picture this: a small village in Spain, where something utterly bizarre starts happening. Mysterious faces begin to appear on the floor of a humble kitchen, as if the walls themselves have come alive! They're eerie, ghostly images that seem to taunt and surprise the villagers. People were both fascinated and freaked out, with theories ranging from supernatural spirits to mischievous ghosts having a laugh. The Belmez faces remain an unsolved enigma, a chilling reminder that sometimes reality can be stranger than fiction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the realm of wonders, behold the enigmatic dangerous Spider! Its appearance, akin to a mesmerizing fusion of coin and Oreo, lures unsuspecting souls. However, heed this cautionary tale: resist its beguiling charm! For within its delicate embrace lies a perilous enigma, forever tempting the curious. Tread lightly, dear adventurer, and let this mystic creature remain untouched, for its secrets are not for mortal hands to hold! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You're gazing up at the sky, and suddenly, you spot some seriously spooky clouds rolling in. Cue the eerie music! Now, these mysterious clouds can often be a sign that Mother Nature is up to some mischief. It's like she's putting on her favorite Halloween costume and ready to give us all a thrill. So, when you see those dark, ominous clouds lurking overhead, get ready for a wild weather ride! Sometimes, these eerie clouds can be a harbinger of a storm brewing. But it could also mean other spooky things. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine waking up in the morning and your AI companion, has already brewed your perfect cup of coffee, chosen your outfit based on the weather, and planned your entire day to maximize productivity and fun. With AI in charge, decisions become a piece of cake! Techy knows your preferences, your quirks, and can make choices that perfectly align with your desires. However, there's a flip side to this AI-powered adventure. You might start to miss the spontaneity and surprises that come with human decision-making. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Danger might await you anywhere, so you'd better be prepared for anything! Here are some easy but very important tips on how to recognize the red flags and know what to do when you see them. If you find a shirt wrapped around one of your windshield wipers in the supermarket parking lot, get into your car as quickly as possible and drive away. Find a well-lit spot and only then stop and toss the shirt out. It's just one out of many new tricks criminals use these days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let's imagine that our Earth has turned into two separate planets sharing one orbit. Could we survive on any of them? And what would our life be like? Let's call these hypothetical planets "Rock" and "Water." Since there would be no oceans on "Rock," all see creatures would disappear, and there would not be enough for us to survive. Would life be any better on "Water?" Let's see! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you a new driver, or do you already have some experience, but you still have uncomfortable situations on the road? There are some simple tips for car owners that will save you a lot of money and time. If you need to replace a wheel, but the wrench doesn’t seem long enough for that, you can extend it by using a tube. If your engine boils because of heat or some technical issue, turn on the stove at maximum temperature and let the heat from the engine move inside the car. In case there’s an air leak in your tire, and you don’t have a proper repair kit in your trunk, don’t remove the entire wheel to be able to move. You can use a screw to close up the leak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do you know about Singapore? This place is one of the three city-states that exist nowadays. It consists of 63 small islands in Southeast Asia, and it's one of the most progressive countries in the world. Singapore imports everything, from fresh water to sand, because it doesn't have its own natural resources. But that doesn't prevent the country from having an impressive number of rich people. Every sixth Singapore resident has more than $1 million in assets. This is the highest concentration of millionaires on the planet! At the same time, Singapore is the least corrupt country in Asia. Today, you'll find out the amazing story behind its incredible success! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For most people, cooking is a tedious task, and cooking well seems undoable and intimidating. But that's only unless you know several cooking tricks that can turn you into a real foodie! Did you know, for example, how to make potato chips easily, fast, and, more importantly, on your own, with the help of a microwave? Or how to save burgers from crumbling apart when they're on the grill? Or how to cook crystal clear chicken broth? Some of the tricks may seem bizarre or downright crazy at first, but once you try them, you won't believe you used to prepare your meals without them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Having a cat is awesome, and sometimes you just want them to know how much you love them. Luckily, there are tons of ways you can express your affection in their language. For example, you can blink slowly. I know it may seem strange but that's what cats do when they feel relaxed and at peace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Bermuda Triangle is one of the most famous mysterious places on Earth. Scientists still can't estimate how many ships and airplanes were lost there. And it keeps us wondering if those disappearances resulted from human error or weather phenomena. The Bermuda Triangle does not appear on any world map or has exact boundaries. Legends about this area date back to the 15th century, and one of them has to do with Christopher Columbus himself! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes, after we’ve been using something for many years, we find out that it has some other useful features. For example, a hole in the center of a spaghetti spoon exists not only to strain water but also to measure a portion of spaghetti. That hole fits exactly one serving.
From your coffee lid and a donut to black dots on car windows to the escalator grooves, there are many overlooked particulars about things surrounding you that actually serve a useful purpose you had no idea about. Get ready to discover the secrets of things and their decorative details that can actually be very useful! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The ocean covers 70 percent of the planet's surface, and we've only explored around 20% of it so far. Back in March 2019, scientists stumbled upon one of the most baffling phenomena ever: a small lake that was upside-down! If you ever check out the ocean surface during sunset and sunrise, you might get lucky enough to see green flashes. In the depths of the Pacific Ocean, there's a mysterious singing whale, which scientists have yet to fully understand. Let's travel into the depths together to try to uncover some of the world ocean's secrets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever thought about this eternal dilemma: what came first – a chicken or an egg? And what will disappear first? If all the chicken eggs on the planet disappeared, humanity would lose the omelet and delicious pastries. But the worst thing would be that the chickens would lose the ability to reproduce. Let's see what other scary things would happen to the world without chicken eggs! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are sinkholes? Are they dangerous? Sinkholes can turn a quiet pleasant canoe trip into a struggle for survival. It’s as if some great beast opens its mouth, wraps its watery tentacles around you, and pulls you deeper…and deeper… Wow! That’s too scary! Okay, what secrets do sinkholes hide? Are they as mysterious as they seem?
One of the largest underwater holes in the world is the Great Blue Hole. For a long time, people believed it was created by an ancient civilization. The thing is that it's perfectly round. That's why some people still believe it has an artificial origin and once served as storage for something mysterious… By the way, in 1971, famous researcher and traveler Jacques Cousteau went down the sinkhole. Wanna know what he discovered? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How about looking at some of the strangest and bizarre houses in the world? Okay, imagine this: you’re walking around a foreign land and suddenly bump into a toilet the size of a house! You rub your eyes but then comes a new surprise – a giant shoe with real windows. This is NOT a weird fantasy but a real tour of the weirdest mansions from around the world.
For example, in Japan, there's a house that has hardly any walls since it’s all glass windows. Standing on a rocky cliff overlooking the Mediterranean Sea in the South of France, here comes the house with no right angles! Batman fans, rejoice, you can spend a day or two in a mansion in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico that’s dedicated to your favorite character! Let's take a closer look! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Since we all have mobile devices, phone accessories also sell well. But some of them are a little… extraordinary. Do you love falling asleep with music in your headphones? Ditch the uncomfortable ear-gear, and just lie down on a soft pillow that plays your favorite tune!
Are you tired of tapping on the touch screen or laptop keys? You can type on your pillow, table, windowsill. There's a device that projects a virtual keyboard on any surface! Do you like simple things? The case made entirely of cardboard is all you need! And you can recycle it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It might seem like all humans are born the same, and it's impossible to predict the future success of a young kid. However, it turns out there are some common features that make successful individuals stand out from the crowd, and these features start showing at an early age. And no, it’s not that silver spoon they have in their mouth. Did you know, for example, that gifted kids can be really rebellious and stubborn? Yup, don't scold them! While your kid's naughty behavior might be your worst nightmare, it may mean that he or she is going to become very successful in the future! Paradoxically, children who don't want to conform to the rules, defend their independence, and flat out refuse to obey their parents are much more likely to become rich and successful. Btw, there are 14 more common traits most gifted kids share that can foretell a bright future before they even start school! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if a rusty nail poked your foot? You’ve probably heard by now that getting injured by any rusty object can lead to tetanus. Tetanus is caused by bacteria known as Clostridium tetani, which is commonly found in soil, dust, and animal feces – all ideal places for rusty objects to be found. Anyway, if this bacteria enters your body through the wound, you're in really serious problems... Random questions like these keep the most curious of us up at night so today's video will answer them! And if any of your most burning questions will be missed, then ask away down in the comments – we’ll be sure to cover them next time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Picture this: You’re an apprentice seaman on a whaler, and you’re taking your first ever voyage. Just as you’re sailing deeper into the ocean, your ship is attacked by a sperm whale, and it swallows you whole. Yikes! But after two days in its belly, you’re finally rescued, and found alive! So, it was the middle of February in 1891; James Bartley was just 21 years old and was ready to start his training as a seaman on a whaler. While onboard his first whaling ship in the middle of the South Atlantic Ocean, they spotted a huge Sperm whale. It was about 0.5 a mile away from the ship, and they were getting closer. The closer they got to the beast, the larger it became... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are so many baffling mysteries in the world. Who lives at the bottom of the Mariana Trench, are we alone in the universe, why do Buffaloes have wings? But there are just as many hidden secrets in everyday objects that surround you. For example, do you know anything about the mysterious origins of that fluffy ball on your winter beanie?
The thing is that we are so used to seeing certain everyday things that we just don’t pay attention to details. But very often the most ingenious ideas or fascinating stories are hidden behind some unremarkable features. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the tallest buildings in the world? Skyscrapers are amazing! You step onto a glossy tile floor and walk towards a steel-gray elevator. Less than a minute - and you see clouds floating right above your head. You're at the top of a mighty skyscraper, with many stories!
At the moment the Burj Khalifa is the tallest building in the world. It's almost twice as tall as the Empire State Building and three times taller than the Eiffel Tower. If you laid the Burj Khalifa pieces end to end, they would stretch over a quarter of the way around the world. But which skyscraper will you find the most impressive? So, here are some facts about the coolest and most interesting skyscrapers from around the world! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to make your smartphone more useful? It seems like smartphones can do it all these days. But they can’t turn themselves into a mounted TV! Or erase scratches on the screen with a household ingredient you use every day! That’s where you’ll need some smart tips!
Do you know, for example, how to get ultra-sharp macro photos? Or how to make sound much louder and get a stereo effect? Or how to turn your phone into a mounted TV? No? Then check out these 21 best tips for your smartphone and find out how to turn it into something cool! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to make people like you? Bright Side is sharing 12 tips that will work every time and can help you out in any situation and help you win another person's trust. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever heard anything about extinct dog breeds? Yep, some dog breeds no longer exist! When we think about extinct and new species animals, we usually imagine dinosaurs, mammoths, and new kinds of bugs. But there are also dog breeds that the world will never see again — and some familiar faces that are surprisingly young!
For example, Tesem is one of the oldest breeds. First mentions of them appeared on the frescoes in Ancient Egypt! Outwardly, they resembled modern greyhounds. And while some doggies are gone, we’ve got some new muzzles who’ve appeared so recently, that some of them might be younger than you! Dachshund bull, for example, appeared in 2015 when Dachshund and Pitbull were accidentally crossed in the USA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many years ago, a huge asteroid found the worst possible angle and place where it could land on Earth. But let's imagine the asteroid falling in another place – somewhere in the middle of the ocean. Huge waves flooded part of the land, but almost all kinds of dinosaurs survived. Or even better – the rock could have fallen somewhere in the desert and left behind a giant crater. Who would dominate the planet today and would we be able to develop as humans? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pressing certain points on your body can do miracles. Let's dive into the world of superpowers hidden in your hands and explore some of the major points. Open your fist, relax the hand, and massage this depression once the point is detected. Apply gentle pressure for 4 to 5 seconds. Do this exercise equally on both hands and see if you feel any difference. This simple exercise will help you reboot your brain in a short time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you like cruise ships? Or, let me paraphrase it, do you like cruise ships so much you'd love to live on one? Nothing is impossible, and one crazy scenario is that while everyone was enjoying their cruise, the ship accidentally entered the 4th dimension with everyone, including the animals on board. But then, why did they leave you behind? Let's find out what it would be like to be left alone on a huge luxurious cruise ship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What will our future be like? The 21st century has brought us incredible technological breakthroughs, advanced inventions and discoveries. So what would the world look like by 2030? In this video we're gonna explore things that'll surely reshape our future. The Internet will become truly global, there'll be more and more electric and hydrogen-powered vehicles. By the way, teleportation and time travel won’t be a myth any longer. And blockchain will become the preferred method of transferring money. What else? Let's look into the future! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For some people, money equals happiness. It becomes so important that love, loyalty, and kindness lose their value. Unfortunately, life is a strict teacher, and it often shows that there are things much more important than wealth. This story of two friends, Laura and Jessica, serves as a reminder that greediness often plays a cruel joke on the people who live by it... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you afraid of alien invasions or giant meteors rushing toward Earth? Oh, forget about them! There’s something much more dangerous lurking in space, and it’s called "strange matter." While people don't know much about it, experts are sure that under particular conditions, this stuff would be able to eat our planet alive! Imagine a jar of honey that suddenly goes nuts and decides to consume everything around: the table, plates, your kitchen, you, the whole galaxy! That's exactly what may happen if the strange matter was left to roam on its own. But would there be a way to stop all this from happening? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Black holes are like cosmic vacuum cleaners, with an insanely strong gravitational pull that could suck in anything, right? Well, not quite. When you're far away from a black hole, its gravitational force is indeed mighty, but it's not an all-consuming monster. As you get closer to the black hole, something extraordinary happens. The difference in gravitational pull between your feet and your head becomes so intense that it stretches you out like a piece of spaghetti. So, as fascinating as black holes are, falling into one is simply out of the question. The incredible forces at play would turn us into cosmic spaghetti before we could even say "noodle." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Step into the extraordinary realm of carnivorous plants, where nature's wildest side comes to life! Prepare to be astonished as we imagine a world where every single plant on our planet has transformed into a voracious meat-eater. But amidst this awe-inspiring spectacle, there exists one plant, shrouded in mystery, that possesses unimaginable power. It is a botanical enigma, with a touch that should never be dared. Beware, for in this captivating realm, even the most innocent-looking leaf can be a deceptive trap. Are you ready to venture into the untamed wilderness of the carnivorous plant kingdom? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Get ready for an epic journey into the realm of imagination! 🌟🦖 Dive into the thrilling 'What If' scenario as we explore the hypothetical fusion of the ferocious Megalodon and the mighty T-Rex. 🌊🔥 Join us on this fun-filled adventure where ancient legends collide, unleashing an unimaginable prehistoric hybrid. From colossal jaws to thunderous footsteps, witness the forbidden union of these iconic creatures and delve into the wild world of the Mega-Rex! 🌴🔬 Are you ready to discover the untamed marvels that await? Strap in and let your imagination run wild! Animation is created by Bright Side. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alright, space explorers, let's dive into the cosmic realm of snoozing among the stars! Picture this: When it's time for astronauts to doze off in space, they don't just drift off on fluffy pillows like us Earthlings. Instead of comfy beds, they strap themselves into sleeping bags. These snuggly cocoons keep them from floating around like lost socks in a zero-gravity wonderland. Rest well, my friends, and dream of reaching for the stars! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You can tell a lot about someone's character by their birth date. For example, people born on the 1st of any month are natural leaders. Number 2 stands for energy, outstanding diplomacy skills, and a talent for music and writing. If you were born on the 3rd, you must be super friendly and popular. So, listen up if you wanna find out something about yourself or your new crush. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pressing certain points on your body can do miracles. Let's dive into the world of superpowers hidden in your hands and explore some of the major points. Open your fist, relax the hand, and massage this depression once the point is detected. Apply gentle pressure for 4 to 5 seconds. Do this exercise equally on both hands and see if you feel any difference. This simple exercise will help you reboot your brain in a short time.
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Would you like to go on a tour of the world's most mysterious places? From the Bermuda Triangle to the Pyramids of Giza; from the Island of Dolls to Easter Island - there are so many places to discover and things to see! Near the city of Tiaret, 155 miles southwest of Algeria's capital, you can find 13 monuments shrouded in mystery, built between the 4th and 7th centuries CE. While moving down an ancient Aztec canal, you find this mysterious island with hundreds of abandoned dolls are hanging from trees. Are you getting the chills? Well, we're just getting started! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Take a look up at the ceiling. Does it look like a bunch of hard, cottage cheese staring back at you? Yep, looks like you’ve got popcorn ceilings. But it’s no joke! These ugly bumpies are actually really dangerous to your health! They contain a toxic substance called asbestos. So what should you do if you’re living with popcorn ceilings today? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
They’re short, fun, and to the point. You can use them to advertise anything, share travel moments or make dinner plans through a poll. Instagram stories have taken the world by storm and even if you think you’re a pro, there’s no limit to perfection. Here comes your chance to up your Stories game! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You’ve heard it for as long as you can remember: “Drink lots of water!” So, to make it easier on yourself, you keep a glass right by your bed to drink from in the evening and morning. But, uh-oh, looks like that could be a big mistake! Wanna know why it's bad? Well, first of all, it’s unsanitary. It could be dust, debris, or even a fly or mosquito that makes its way into your nightly source of hydration. And in your zombified half-asleep state, you won’t even notice that thing floating in there when you take a gulp in the morning! And what can present a real threat is bacteria! Sitting water can become a breeding ground for germs! But these are not all reasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The sinking of the RMS Titanic in 1912 was a catastrophic event which has since passed into myth and legend. But what is the truth behind the myth? And who was the last Titanic survivor? Let’s listen to this incredible true story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you're afraid of snakes, you gonna love this one: what if all of them just disappeared from our planet? Say goodbye to those heart-stopping moments of spotting a snake out of the corner of your eye. With no snakes around, you can finally strut around nature, feeling like the undisputed champion of the great outdoors! But without snakes, the mouse and rat populations would skyrocket faster than a roller coaster on steroids. Those sneaky little rodents would be throwing epic parties in your pantry, munching away on all your snacks without a care in the world. Are you ready for that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Picture this: you're trekking through the lush jungles when suddenly, a ginormous anaconda appears out of nowhere. Before you know it, you're engulfed and swallowed whole by this colossal creature. But fear not because in our wild imagination, you're about to embark on the most epic anaconda adventure ever. As you find yourself inside the belly of the beast, you discover a secret world filled with undiscovered treasures, lost civilizations, and quirky anaconda companions. It's like a bizarre mix of Indiana Jones and The Jungle Book! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The world is full of mysterious places or unexplained phenomena. Mysterious stories have always amazed both children and adults. Here’s a video that’ll take you on a spine-chilling journey around ancient castles, deserted palaces and places that’re full of secrets. I’ll tell you what the thrilling stories behind them are and who lives in them nowadays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It only takes a couple of seconds and some basic things to make your life more comfortable and safe. Use your sunglasses to prop up your phone - they have the perfect shape for it. If you're not sure how to iron a button-up shirt, just flip it inside-out. Use the inside of the toilet paper when you're at a public toilet to avoid unnecessary contact with the germs. When you travel, make a bar of scented soap one of the essentials you take everywhere. That will help to keep it smelling nice - at least until you find a place where you can wash it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Prepare to embark on a mesmerizing journey as we peel back the curtain of nature's mysteries and unveil Earth's extraordinary hidden gems. From the cleanest water ever to places on earth where gravity doesn’t work, these hidden treasures are waiting to be discovered. Immerse yourself in breathtaking landscapes, encounter unique wildlife, and witness awe-inspiring natural phenomena that will leave you in awe. Get ready to explore the hidden wonders of our planet and let the secrets of nature unfold before your eyes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ah, the airplane ride—where we jet off to new adventures and savor the joy of travel. But hold on, fellow explorers, because when it comes to beverages, there are a few things you should know! Let's start with water. You might be thinking, "Stay hydrated, right?" Well, here's the catch: the water on planes can be a bit iffy. You see, those water tanks can be breeding grounds for all sorts of funky stuff, so it's best to stick with bottled water to avoid any unexpected surprises. There are some other tips you need to know to make your travels safe and enjoyable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you slouching over? Walking without your sneakers will help troubleshoot this problem, as well as soothe back and shoulder muscles. Suffer from insomnia? Going for a daily barefoot stroll will be enough to cope with sleep problems! And with better sleep, more energy comes, and you become more productive throughout the day. But there's more to come! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your 30s are a wonderful time when you’ve finally gained confidence and know what you want. However, the appearances of 30-year-old women now and just 30–40 years ago couldn't be more different! In the past, a 30-year-old woman used to be considered an adult lady and she looked it! It was easy to tell a 20-year-old woman from a woman who was 10 years older. But today, a young girl can really shock us with her passport that says “30 years old” because today, 30-year-old girls look exactly the same as 20-year-olds. Scientists have proven that “middle age” begins at 35, so if you’re just 30 years old, you are officially a young person. We at Bright Side decided to find out more about the mysteries of age and want to understand why modern women look so different from the women of the past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Embark on a culinary adventure with captivating insights! Discover the secrets behind green potato chips, the surprising reason why adding salt to fruits is the best idea, unravel the mystery behind avoiding coffee in a red mug, and uncover numerous other fascinating food secrets. Get ready to challenge your taste buds and rethink everything you thought you knew about the culinary realm. Brace yourself for an unforgettable journey into the realm of gastronomic wonders! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered why potato chips have those yummy, crunchy waves? Turns out that non-ruffled ones cannot handle the weight of the sauce and break down. Ruffled chips also give you a better mouth feel. It's hard to imagine our life without barcodes, but how do they work? Zebra lines are the keys here: the scanner with a laser detects the pattern and reads the barcode. There are many other common objects around us that have an interesting history or hidden purpose - let's find out more about them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Calling all shark enthusiasts and adventure seekers! Get ready to embark on an epic underwater journey as we dive into the thrilling world of the megalodon! In this jaw-dropping video, we'll uncover the secrets of the largest shark that ever roamed the oceans. From its enormous size to its razor-sharp teeth, the megalodon is the ultimate predator of the deep. Join us as we explore fascinating facts, mind-boggling theories, and mind-blowing reconstructions of this prehistoric beast. Brace yourselves for an adrenaline-pumping adventure that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you think you know everything about your own body? Here are some surprise, unusual body facts, not so many people know about. The distance between your outstretched arms is your height. You renew your skeleton every 10 years. Humans are the only creatures who sleep on their backs for a long time. Koalas, like humans, have their own unique fingerprints. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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With these tips up your sleeve, your home will become an impenetrable fortress. First things first, make sure your doors and windows are locked tighter than a jar of pickles. Illuminate your surroundings like a rock concert, because burglars prefer the shadows. Install outdoor lights with motion sensors that turn your yard into a well-lit party zone, scaring off any uninvited guests. When you're away, make it seem like you're throwing the party of the century. Use timers to turn on lights, play some tunes, and even simulate movement with automated curtains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine if you woke up one day and suddenly saw a giant mosquito! Yup, what if enormous mosquitoes took over our planet? They'd be as big as cars and their buzzing would sound terrifying, I'm sure. Here's a hypothetical scenario: what'd happed if giant monster mosquitoes appeared on Earth... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fast food is a great way to get a quick meal if you're busy. But one of the side effects is that you can get all messy and have those crumbs all over your jeans. How do you eat chips, tortillas or sandwiches and not get all messy? How do you carry a cup of coffee and not spill it all over your white sweater? Here're 7 genius ways to eat the world's messiest foods. You’ll never have cheesy fingers again after this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There never seems to be enough hours in a day. Ever wonder what would happen if time just, I dunno, took a time-out? What if you could make like Doctor Strange and stop time altogether? It’s fun to think about when you imagine all the stuff you could do. But what about the hypothetical reality? By the way, what exactly is time? Time is the progression of events from the past to now and then on to the future. Physicists can make defining time a lot more complicated than that, but at the end of the day, it’s a system of measurement. So, if we stop time, that means we have a measurement of zero. In other words, we have nothing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ready to up your game and become travel wizards? Before you even think about booking those tickets, hold on tight and get ready to be amazed! In this video, we'll spill the beans on secret hacks that will save you big bucks on flights, uncover hidden gems in popular destinations, and reveal insider tips to make your travel experience smoother than ever. From scoring unbelievable deals to navigating airport chaos like a pro, we've got you covered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Embark on an exhilarating quest of discovery as we unravel the hidden magic within the mundane. From enigmatic school bus stripes to the lens-free skies, join us on a journey through the secret realms of everyday objects. Unveiling mysteries and unveiling marvels, prepare to be captivated by the unexpected wonders that surround us at every turn. Get ready to see the ordinary in an extraordinary light! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The summer heat is here. You've been waiting for it all year, but it makes certain things uncomfortable. Don't worry: we've got all the pro tips and life hacks you need to become the ultimate summer superstar. From keeping your bed cool even when it's scorching hot outside to choosing the best food to take on picnics. And don't forget about tips for surviving and enjoying in the wild. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you one in a million? Join us as we delve into the captivating world of rain's elusive boundary and uncover the reasons why it proves to be such a challenging pursuit. Discover the secrets, mysteries, and the thrill of attempting to capture the ever-shifting edge of rain. Get ready for an adventure that will leave you wondering why finding the edge of rain is no easy task. Don't miss out on this captivating exploration - hit that subscribe button and let's chase the edge of rain together! Animation is created by Bright Side. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For airplanes, the sky is literally the limit. Planes can lift off vertically or from a ship, they can fly upside down, and spin in barrel rolls. But how are some planes able to fly upside down? Isn't it the shape of the wings that make them fly? And what limits do they really have? Whether you're an aviation enthusiast or a nervous flyer, there are some cool flying facts that might just surprise you.
How does water landing work? Will we fly on electric airplanes soon? Why are pilots more worried about hot days than stormy ones? Why should you never use laser pointers around pilots and airplanes? By the way, it's totally illegal and heavily punishable in some countries. And it’s really stupid. So never do that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that a double-stuffed Oreo cookie isn't actually double-stuffed? Or that chipotle peppers aren’t some special type of pepper, but jalapeños? Peaches and nectarines seem different, but in fact they’re pretty much the same fruit. Water can freeze and boil at the same time, and there are places in the world where it rains fish! These random facts about the world will help you become the most interesting person in the room. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who doesn't dream about long, fluttering eyelashes? To achieve this result, you can buy pricey cosmetic products, expensive mascara, or false lashes. You can even resort to eyelash extensions. But before wasting tons of money, why don't you try these cheap and effective ways to make your eyelashes thick and beautiful in just one month? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many of us have somehow romanticized life in castles with all the feasts, beautiful outfits, lords, and ladies. But medieval life was as far from the glamorous picture in your head as possible! Narrow passageways, smoky fires, gloomy and dark rooms - that's what would have greeted you upon setting foot in a castle in medieval times. And that’s just the good part... Castles were ice cold inside. They were huge stone boxes with freezing cold dark rooms inside. Although castles looked inaccessible from the outside, they were literally one large and mostly open space inside. There was no privacy in castles! And you couldn't find solitude even in the toilets. At any time, you could have a neighbor or two engaged in the same delicate business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This video is about things that we do all the time. Apparently, our entire life we’ve been doing them the wrong way, while a much easier solution was right there under our nose. Most of these tricks are so simple, but most of us never knew they existed. Be prepared to re-evaluate things you have been doing for years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you think that our world has already been studied backwards and upside down and there’s nothing left that can surprise you, we’d like to make an attempt to change your mind. Did you know, for example, that people went to the Moon before wheels were added on suitcases? And you’ll be even more surprised to learn that the Big Bang can still be heard!
Yeah, the reality is full of incredible stuff that's why we’ve compiled another bunch of cool random facts for you. Ready to stuff your head full of amazing and little-known facts that actually might be useful to you someday? You never know! So let's learn some new things about ourselves and the world surrounding us right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do bikers wave to each other? What do motorcyclist hand signals mean? Whether you’ve seen touring, adventure, or race motorcyclists in the street; it’s almost impossible not to turn your head when they pass you. There’s a mystery behind a biker’s appearance and the secret language they use that makes us all curious.
Picture this: You’re driving in the carpool lane and suddenly a motorcycle passes you. You see them flashing the two-finger signal. You can’t help but think they’re playing carpool cops, but, that signal has a deeper meaning. Well, yes, for starters, it’s their way of greeting the other rider. They acknowledge their presence and communicate their love for riding, but not just that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your eyes help you see the world in all its beauty. Although an eyeball is pretty small — the size of a ping-pong ball — it hosts more than 2 million working parts. Human eyes appeared long before modern gadgets and lifestyle habits were invented, so you're giving your eyes a pretty hard time now with all the technology. That's why you need to take good care of them - and give them regular workouts. Try these 8 simple but effective exercises to keep your vision sharp, and your eyes - healthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Megalodon was the biggest shark to ever live and the largest predator in Earth's history. It could swallow a small car without it even touching its teeth - if cars had been around then. Scientists believe the Megalodon didn't look like a white shark: the ancestors of today's Great White existed at the same time as the Meg. Only around 80% of the ocean has been explored, so who knows what's lurking at the bottom? The Kraken, a colossal squid with powerful tentacles, could be hiding there along with the Meg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the most isolated spot on Earth? Have you ever heard about Point Nemo? It's the most remote place on our planet. The name says it all — “Nemo” means “no one” in Latin. This loneliest of lonely spots is more than 1,600 miles from any coast. Below: tens of thousands of feet of oceanic depths. Above: endless skies.
A place that occupies 10% of the world’s oceans. A place that’s called a “desert” because of the almost complete absence of life. So if you're tired of your problems and want to run away from all the nervous hassle, Point Nemo is exactly what you need! But don’t expect too much solitude because somebody’s already living there... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What animal has the most babies at one time? When it comes to biology, any species’ primary goal is to perpetuate itself. Our own species usually makes just 1 successor at a time, while a queen ant can make thousands a day. That’s far from the maximum, but let’s start small on roughly how many offspring this planet’s animals can have…
For example, elephants, giraffes, camels, zebras, and humans typically have a single youngling at a time. African wild dog has a litter of two to 20 pups. Salamanders lay up about 300 eggs at a time. Piranha lays about 5,000 eggs in the nest. But there are creatures that lay up millions of eggs at once! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let's take a fascinating linguistic journey back in time to discover the oldest languages known to humankind! Deep within the annals of history, we find languages like Sumerian, dating back to around 4,000 BCE, spoken in ancient Mesopotamia. Then there's Egyptian, with its mysterious hieroglyphs, originating around 3,200 BCE, captivating us with tales of pharaohs and pyramids. Traveling eastward, we encounter Tamil, a Dravidian language spoken in South India, boasting a rich history dating back over 2,200 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Picture in your mind, you’re camping with your buddies for the weekend in a nearby forest. Your tents are all set-up, you ate your dinner, and you went to sleep. Suddenly, the smell of smoke wakes you up. You go outside to see what’s going on, and there it is: you’re in the middle of a wildfire. This scenario might seem unreal for most people, but it’s more common than you’d expect. Wildfires are very fast; they can overtake the average person in just a few minutes. Their flames travel approximately 14 miles per hour, and they burn everything in their path if they find enough fuel to feed on. Knowing what’s going on and how to act in these situations is a true life-saver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You fall in love, you start dating, you move in together … and then it seems to start going in the wrong direction. Again. Before you label your significant other as “not the one”, remember that some changes are normal and just inevitable. Don't compare your life with all those romantic movies cause not everything you see on a large screen is true... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Would you like to spend an entire week digging in the ground, scanning for ruins, and taking photographs of the world's most surreal archeological sites? The Roman Emperor Nero ordered to build the magnificent Domus Aurea back in 64 BCE. In its glory days, it occupied an area three times the size of the Vatican City. After flying halfway across the world, you're deep in the Cambodian jungle admiring the beauty of the city of Angkor. If you like terracotta landscapes, you should visit the city of Petra, which was a commercial hub back in the 4th Century BCE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that the music you're listening to at the moment affects your heartbeat? It's not the same with everyone, but toenails grow slower than fingernails on average, at about half the pace of fingernails. Speaking of nails, as you age, they significantly change. And in case you've been wondering, ears do get bigger with age. Well, not precisely bigger, but both your nose and ears sag as you get older because your skin loses elasticity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What happens underwater during a hurricane? How do hurricanes affect sea life? Where do fish go? People normally snap to attention and take shelter as a storm approaches land, but the storms spend most of their time out at sea. So when a hurricane hits, what happens to sharks, dolphins, and other sea creatures?
Well, some animals, such as sharks and other fast swimmers, are generally in the clear. Sharks even have organs that allow them to detect the changes in barometric pressure accompanying severe storms. Dolphins are another large aquatic species able to sense approaching storms. But what is it that has the kings of the ocean swimming scared? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some lakes in the world seem peaceful and beautiful, but in fact, they're hiding some dangerous secrets. Lake Monoun in West Province, Cameroon, seems calm but is one of the few erupting lakes on the whole planet – similar to a volcano. Natron Lake in Tanzania may be beautiful to watch because of its unique reddish coloring, but it's definitely not a place you'd want to take a swim in. It has pH levels so high that they become corrosive, so if you dampen a piece of dyed material in this lake, it will soon be stripped of its color. Let's explore some other mysterious lakes on our planet that aren't what they really seem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scientists think it took 3.5 billion years for us to evolve from single-celled organisms into our present state. If true, this means we are still mutating and evolving today. And we could, potentially, evolve in any direction. Maybe we’ll develop flight? Or transparency! But what if some of our older genes re-emerged? Could we devolve into something closer to the ape-like form of every primate’s common ancestor? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How big can a wave get? And what's the biggest wave ever recorded? Well, imagine that you’re standing at the top of the Empire State Building and see a massive wall of water coming right at you! Even a tsunami can’t be that high, but what about… a megatsunami? A regular tsunami is bad enough. As it comes closer to the coast, it can grow up to 160 feet high, or about 15 stories! But what if the wave height wasn’t hundreds, but thousands of feet?
Sounds like some unrealistic plot for a disaster movie, but it has happened! These skyscrapers of waves are called megatsunamis. They are so huge, they could’ve wiped the dinosaurs off the face of this planet! And surprisingly, for a tsunami to get upgraded to “mega” status, it’s not all about size. But what causes them? And can a megatsunami happen today? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Get ready for an incredible adventure through time! Picture yourself spending an entire week exploring ancient ruins and capturing mesmerizing photographs. First stop: South East Asia. Take a breathtaking sunrise hot-air balloon ride for a bird's-eye view of the sprawling site, followed by a bike ride through the village of ruins. Next up is Cambodia's Angkor, an ancient city once home to nearly one million people. Then, it's off to Egypt to visit the Grand Karnak Temple in Luxor. Prepare to be captivated by these ancient wonders and the stories they hold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you considered making a house out of some sunken ships? Because someone else did! It may sound crazy, but there’s a whole town built on these things. The ships were deliberately flooded and then connected together with metal bridges, creating a foundation for a real settlement in the sea. It’s probably one of the strangest places on Earth, and there are plenty more of them out there.
So, there’s a mysterious place out in the middle of the Caspian Sea, about 60 miles from the city of Baku, Azerbaijan. Local fishermen gave it the spooky name of Black Rocks, thanks to the dark substance found on the stones there. In the 1940s a geological group went to take a look at the area, and they soon learned that the black stuff was oil. There was tons and tons of it under the seabed, which naturally attracted a lot of attention... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to get thicker hair? Whether you’re a guy or girl, there’s one thing I think we all dream of: having gorgeous thick hair. But getting hair transplant surgery or something like that is not everybody would be ready to do. And most people don't wanna put a bunch of chemicals on their scalp. However, there are some all-natural methods that will help solve this little problem! So if you dream about turning your hair into thick luscious locks you definitely should test these natural homemade hair treatments. Also, we'll tell you what crucial changes you should make in your daily hair care regimen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mosquitos can ruin a nice picnic in the park, camping out with your friends, even your own humble abode! They’re innumerable, and they come in swarms just about anywhere you go. They are the single worst thing about summer! Why do they have to bite, and why does it itch like crazy? It’s high time we got some answers! Mosquitos are ancient critters thought to have evolved between 50 and 100 million years ago. And they proved to be a highly adaptable species. Except for Antarctica, they live on all continents in a variety of climates. There are about 3,000 different species of mosquitos all around the world. Btw, did you know that not all mosquitos suck blood? Only females drink blood, while male specimen feed solely on nectar. The good news is, you can tell the difference between the two! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ships and planes disappearing without a trace , passengers never seen or heard from again, reports of strange lights in the sky. No - these aren't scenes from a Hollywood blockbuster, but some of the strange occurrences report for over a century in an area ominously dubbed as the graveyard of lake Ontario, also referred as Canada's Bermuda triangle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The month you were born can tell a lot about your personality! People born in January are the most prone to become celebrities, and February folks might not particularly like a 9-to-5 job since they tend to need a bit more flexibility. People born in March are the most likely to become pilots. You can find out what career is perfect for you based on your birth month. Let me know if you agree with the results in the comments below. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There's a terrifying yet incredibly beautiful place, where water and sky mix into one picture. Where you’ll find virtually no living creatures for thousands of miles. Anyone who manages to get there will feel like the loneliest person. Destination: Point Nemo, the most remote place on Earth.
So, to get to the most isolated spot on Earth, you'll need to arrive on the coast of Chile and rent an old fishing boat. From here, you’ll have to sail through the South Pacific Ocean toward New Zealand. 2,500 miles to your destination…and just as many on the way back. Point Nemo is a junkyard for space debris since there’s no one here to disturb. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the brightest star in the sky? What's the farthest human-made object in space? What's the smallest planet? There's a lot to wonder about space. We probably don't know all the answers but things we do know are really amazing. Tiny black holes, planets made of diamonds, stars no hotter than a cup of tea, and giant clouds of gas able to take almost any shape.
In space, anything is possible. For example, there's a really hot planet made of ice! The surface temperature here should be at around 830°F, but the ice doesn’t melt because of the planet’s enormous gravity. Or did you know that theres's a huge molecular cloud not far from the center of the Milky Way? Scientists recognized more than 50 different molecules in it, but one of them is the same stuff that makes the taste of raspberries! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some crazy things sometimes happen in this world... so what if you woke up as the giant sea monster Kraken one day? The first thing you feel is some heaviness around your body – as if you're sleeping under a soft but weighted blanket. You open your eyes and... it's weird. You're surrounded by some blue glow. You want to rub your eyes and discover that you have tentacles instead of hands! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you come to the hottest place on Earth for the first time, you may be tricked into thinking you're suddenly surrounded by ice. But it's actually salt, left here from when the rainwater evaporates. Should you ever get to the top of the sand dunes of Death Valley, you may be lucky enough to experience one of the strangest things in the desert – singing sand. If you think things can’t possibly get any stranger in this surreal location, hear me out: some of the rocks here seem to be moving on their own! Could it be the wind that's moving them, or maybe there is some other reason? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today, there are more than 1 million elevators just in the US, carrying people higher and lower every day. All these elevators travel about 1 and 1/2 billion miles per year and move around 18 billion passengers. You might think that you know everything about this vertical kind of transport. But, let's say, have you ever wondered why elevator doors have small holes in them?
Imagine getting stuck in an elevator at the most inappropriate moment of your life. An elevator arrives at your floor, but the doors wouldn't open. Something must have gone wrong with the equipment, or there has been a power failure. In this case, getting out won't be an easy feat! That's why all you can do is to wait for an elevator mechanic. Finally, they turn up, but what next? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Picture this: amid the lush landscapes and serene waters of Thailand, there are these incredible stone sculptures that resemble majestic whales. It's like a real-life whale sanctuary, but in stone form! These stone whales can be found in various locations throughout Thailand, especially in coastal areas where the connection between the sea and local culture runs deep. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these sculptures capture the grace and power of these magnificent creatures. This is just one example of mysterious construction found where you least expect it to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's impossible to know everything. But you'll probably find some interesting and amazing facts about different countries in this video. Do you know, for example, in which country calendars have 13 months instead of 12? Or where you can find the largest and smelliest flowers in the world? (They weigh up to 15 pounds and grow 3 ft across, petal to petal)! Don’t lean in too close, though – this thing smells like meat that’s gone bad!
The world is full of interesting, fun, and fascinating people, places, and things. Every country in every continent has its own specificities, which made them unique. So here's a collection of some of the top interesting facts about the world from different countries across the globe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sending 1 lb of cargo into space costs about $10,000! So how do space agencies afford to send supplies like oxygen, water, and food to their astronauts? Before they found a more efficient solution, they’d pack all the water into space with them in their rockets. The water took up a lot of room that could’ve otherwise been used for other supplies. That, and the added weight wasted fuel. So short answer: nope, it doesn’t go with the crew from the get-go. That means they deliver it, right? That’d be too risky…and expensive! There’s no 100% guarantee that something bad won’t happen to the cargo ship at launch or on the way to the International Space Station. If the cargo doesn’t get to the station, then the next delivery will have to wait a very long time. That’s not an option since it’s dangerous for the astronauts. Ok, so let’s break it down item by item. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all remember the tragic fate of the RMS Titanic. But here's a different part of that story: it's about one ship that didn’t help the Titanic. The Titanic passengers saw lights from another vessel but help never came - why? It's not some legend or a theory - this is a documented reality. We'll find out what ship could have saved the Titanic and why it didn't. Let's unveil some of the mysterious details of those events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There's literally no place on Earth where you can escape insects unless you’re ready to swim since they don’t live in the oceans. They might as well be the largest network of secret agents on the planet, as insects have ears on their wings, some on their legs, and some even on their abdomen and necks. A lot of these bugs live pretty lonely lives, but there are some of them that actually have families! Ants don't take any fall damage because they're not nearly heavy enough to impact the surface they hit. Speaking of ants, there is about 1 quadrillion of them on the planet at any given Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Making money is one thing, spending it is another. We often think about all the possibilities of how really rich people can spend their wealth. So what would you do if you had tons of money, get yourself a yacht with a mansion on it and literally sleep on a bed of cash? Hey, if you’re an Indian billionaire, that’s just one of the many bizarre ways you can spend your fortune. As for the others? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the hottest place on Earth? Planning a vacation, but don’t know where to go? Yes, the Maldives, Bali, Thailand, and other warm countries seem very tempting. But what about an extreme trip? Let's say, to a beautiful place on Earth where life doesn't exist?
The Danakil Depression is the hottest place on Earth, where the average temperature reaches 104°F, even in winter! And in summer it is even hotter, reaching 140°F. It's located at an altitude of 416 feet below sea level. In the heart of this "pit", among the geysers seething with acid and multi-colored salt deposits, there is the ominous and at the same time enchanting Danakil Depression... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are some regions on our planet that do not receive rainfall for years. But what's the driest place on Earth? First of all, dry doesn’t necessarily mean hot. A desert is somewhere without much water and where there are almost no plants or animals. The McMurdo Dry Valleys of Antarctica fit this description perfectly. There’s been no rain here for several million years, and so it’s not covered in ice! And the last time it had life was 90 million years ago when this place was a swamp filled with countless insects and trees.
There’s no snow in the valleys because of the strong winds there that reach a speed of 200 mph. So McMurdo stays completely dry. There is some water in a few lakes, but it’s so salty that practically nothing lives there apart from microscopic organisms. The temperature in summer here is 5°F, and in winter it can reach -90°F. Even though there’s almost no life, the McMurdo Valleys are fascinating to scientists because their dry conditions are actually similar to the ones on Mars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The SS Arctic, the fastest passenger liner of its time, set out to cross the Atlantic in 1854. Going only 50 miles from Newfoundland, they carelessly continued through the fog with no radio contact, sonar, or any other form of identifying objects, equipped only with Morse code. A smaller ship, the SS Vesta, was passing through the same path as the Arctic and crashed into its side. It was soon clear that the damage that seemed minor in the Arctic was far worse. What happened later went down in history as the most shameful sinking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey there, animal enthusiasts! Get ready to dive into the wild and wacky world of our furry, feathery, and scaly friends! We've got an amazing video lined up just for you, packed with jaw-dropping facts about animals that will leave you in awe. From the acrobatic skills of the astonishing flying squirrels to the bizarre courtship rituals of the flamboyant peacock spiders, prepare to be amazed, entertained, and educated all at once. You won't believe your eyes when you witness the extraordinary adaptations and behaviors that Mother Nature has bestowed upon these incredible beings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How many microbes are in the human body? Your body consists of innumerable cells, but not all of them are you, exactly. In fact, more than half of what is you are microorganisms that hitch a ride on and inside your body: the average human is home to about 40 trillion microbes against 30 trillion of their own cells. And outside your body, there are trillions of times more.
The tiniest single-cell organism doesn’t even have a name yet. It’s 9 nanometers long — 150,000 of these critters fit on the tip of a hair. The largest single-cell organism in the world is a seaweed, and it can reach almost 10 feet in length! The world of microorganisms is amazing! Let’s take a look at what they are! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to know it's time to get a new phone? Let's imagine you’re leaving for Mars and can only bring one thing with you. If you choose your phone, will it keep working for a long time, or break as soon as you arrive? Well, there are signs that you need to replace your smartphone. Does your phone keep turning on and off by itself? That most likely means something is wrong with the battery. Batteries in some models can be easily replaced, but it's impossible for others.
Does your phone overheat, even when you aren't using it? First, try removing the case and replacing it with one that offers more air flow. If that doesn’t help, something might be seriously wrong with its internal hardware. Are there vertical lines across the screen? Lines, bands, flickering, and other screen anomalies are all signs something is wrong with your hardware. Answer these and some other questions to discover if you need a new phone before lift-off! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thunderstorms, tornadoes, and other kinds of severe weather may seem beautiful and mesmerizing, but you should never forget that they can also be an extremely dangerous phenomenon. Surely, you shouldn't hole up every time you hear thunder, but it only makes sense to go inside when the storm starts brewing. Did you know, for example, that the electrical currents created by lightning can travel through the water pipes in your house? Or that touching an electrified faucet can lead to very dramatic consequences? And if you're one of those people who believe that opening windows during a storm equalizes the pressure and prevents them from shattering, it might be time to revise your beliefs. So, yes, even indoors, there are things you must never do during severe weather if you want to stay safe. Here they are! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It might seem like the rich do nothing but splurge their money on life’s luxuries, and a lot of them do! But truly wealthy people know that a penny saved is a penny earned. So, why not follow their lead instead? Believe it or not, these 12 practical money-saving tricks rich people do can change the way your savings account looks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The 20th century was full of awesome breakthroughs and historical events. But some of them stood out even from that incredible crowd. And one such event was the mission of Soyuz 5, which made huge headlines not only for its importance but for its amazing style — and its incredible landing. Soyuz 5 was a Soviet spacecraft launched on January 15, 1969. Just like the U.S. space program, Soyuz had numbers for each of their spacecrafts, but Soyuz 5 had one peculiarity. It was sent to the orbit just a day after another craft, Soyuz 4, went there. They had one mission between the two of them: it was manned docking and transfer of the crew. If the mission had become a success, it would’ve been the first such feat performed in the history of humankind... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you like to travel and are looking for inspiration for new adventures, here's a list of the most interesting and beautiful villages in the world. Huacachina, in Peru, lies in one of the driest climates in the world with a lagoon, which is said to have special healing properties. For over 500 years, a small group of people has been living on a cliffside of a peak called "the Green Mountain." It's one of the most remote places in Oman – and in the whole world! A town with no roads? Pack your bags for Giethoorn in the Netherlands – if you don't mind traveling by boat.
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Hey there, fellow adventurers and curious minds! It's time to dive into the deep, wild waters of the famous Bermuda Triangle. We'll uncover the secrets of vanished ships, aircraft that seemingly vanish into thin air, and the mind-bending mysteries that have puzzled experts for decades. Don't miss out on this epic adventure - hit that play button and let the Bermuda Triangle's secrets unfold before your very eyes. See you on the other side, my fellow truth seekers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome to our channel where we unlock the secrets to making your life easier and more efficient! In this video, we present over 40 game-changing hacks that will revolutionize your daily routine. From time-saving tips to organization tricks and productivity hacks, we've got you covered. Say goodbye to stress and hello to a simplified life as we guide you through practical strategies and clever shortcuts. Join us on this journey of simplification and discover how to streamline your tasks, boost productivity, and create more time for the things that truly matter. Don't miss out on these life-altering hacks—subscribe now and start living the easy life today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scientists found out that, despite it being so far from the Sun, Pluto's interior is still warm. It has been that way ever since Pluto formed. Under the haze-layered atmosphere of Pluto, there’s a frigid surface full of craters and impure water-ice. There’s also a large impact basin, flooded by frozen nitrogen. And below that icy crust could be an internal ocean. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are some things you do automatically because of how routine they are. But did you know there are 2 different ways to drink juice from a juice box? The second is to flip the straw over so that its shorter side sits at the bottom of the box. People use kitchen knives to cut cakes into 2 parts, but you can use dental floss instead! There are more useful easy tips like this, so stay tuned! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to know if your house is being watched? Every year, around 111,000 homes get broken into in the US alone. In order not to be a part of this statistic, many people try to protect their homes — some choose alarms, while others rely on strong doors with complex locks. But even the most observant people don’t always notice that robbers have already started to watch their home and are waiting for just the right moment to make a move.
We hope that you’ll never have to encounter a theft but even so, it’s better to be on guard. Pay attention to details that can be connected with theft even if they seem insignificant at first sight. For example, you might notice a strange vehicle parked in different spots along your street. Or someone intending to break into your home may put random flyers or stickers on different houses in your street. So, here are the tell-tale signs to look out for in this situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the greatest engineering projects in the world? From the Great Pyramid to the Great Wall, there's been no limit to humanity's architectural aspirations. Engineers of today are no different. Underwater trains, giant skyscrapers that are reaching for new record heights, colossal bridges, and other engineering marvels are being made to make life easier for humankind.
For example, engineers in the UAE have proposed a high-speed rail connecting the city of Dubai to Mumbai, India, crossing 1,200 miles underwater in only 2 hours. That’s about the distance from New York to Kansas City – almost half the continental US – and the flight takes 2½ hours! Interested? Then let’s go around the world to see their most ambitious (and bizarre) projects! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever thought why trains blow their horns so often and so loudly? The truth is that they have to. And the main reason for that is safety. Locomotive engineers are required to honk every now and then, which is written down in the regulations called the "Final Rule on the Use of Locomotive Horns." So, as you can see from the name, all this honking business is pretty strict and obliges trains to make four blasts approximately 20 seconds before they reach a crossing. But that's not all! Trains whistles and horns are an effective method of communication! There is a whole system of locomotive horn signals, where different sound combinations mean totally different things! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey, guys! Today we'll talk about how to make the world's best pancakes! You're not a fan of pancakes? Oh, crepes are more of your style! Well, okay, you're about to find out how to cook not only fluffy pancakes, but also thinner, larger, and way more delicate French Crepes! Even though they take a bit longer to make, the preparation process isn’t rocket science. So, here are several simple recipes, as well as unexpected, but efficient cooking tips! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So, ever seen an athlete packing it with bananas after an intense workout? You know, there’s a good reason for that, and it concerns you and me as well! Of course, you don’t have to munch on the long yellow stuff like crazy, but eating a single banana every day can definitely do you lots of good! For example, if you’re on the track to shedding a few extra pounds but having difficulty curbing that sweet tooth, a banana can help you out. Its natural sweetness is a blessing when you’re craving for something sugary! Also, a medium-sized banana contains only about 100 calories, as opposed to 400 in a chocolate bar you would eat otherwise. So stack up on a bunch of those yellow goodies and lay them on your desk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you're afraid of flying, you must be always running some scary scenarios in your head. A plane runs out of gasoline; the engines stall; an aircraft crashes into a flock of birds... But what if a plane broke in half? This really happened in April 2022. A DHL Boeing 757-200 cargo plane on its way to Guatemala was picking up speed on the runway. Did the pilots manage to land it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered what's hiding under Rome's best-known symbol, the Colosseum? It has secret tunnels hidden beneath its grounds. Back in the day, ancient Romans used these passageways to keep wild animals, like lions, tigers, elephants, and bears, as they were used for gladiator fights and other types of entertainment. They've been open for visitors since 2010, along with the Colosseum's plumbing system. Other famous sights around the world, from the Empire State Building to the Eiffel Tower, also have their secrets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are asteroids? And what's the difference between asteroids, comets, and meteors? When you think of asteroids, if ever you ever do, don’t just picture rocky celestial bodies, flying somewhere between the planets. Asteroids are much more curious and unique. Did you know they can contain huge amounts of valuable elements? Or that some asteroids can be unimaginably expensive? It’s true!
Asteroids come in a variety of shapes and sizes. One of the largest is Vesta. Its diameter is bigger than the length of the Grand Canyon. The smallest asteroid ever observed is smaller than a car. Scientists call asteroids minor planets because they are too small to be real planets and can’t be classified as comets. Asteroids orbit the Sun in the asteroid belt that lies between Mars and Jupiter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can you imagine living in a city where you have your own beach access to a lagoon that leads directly into the sea? That might be possible in the near future if you don't mind relocating to Sabah Al Ahmad Sea City in Khiran, Kuwait. Or maybe you'd prefer living in the Paper House, located north of Boston, Massachusetts, which is actually a house made completely out of paper and furniture? Let's take a look at the most unusual houses on our planet located in all kinds of places and conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How big are the planets? What's the size of our galaxy? How big is our Sun compared to other stars? Space is vast. Yep, so much so that even compared to the Sun our planet is no larger than a pin. The Sun over 863,000 miles in diameter, and to get from one pole of it to the other by airplane you’ll need more than two months — and some serious heat protection.
Okay, as you may have guessed, we're going to try to understand how big different space objects are. By the way, the smallest outer space object that people have detected is a micro-asteroid called 2011 CQ1 — it’s just 3 feet across. As for the largest space object in the observable Universe, it's a galactic supercluster complex that is simply unfathomable. Can you imagine 10 billion light-years? Neither can I. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are taste buds? And how does our sense of taste work? Well, first of all, your mouth isn’t alone on this project – it also needs the nose (specifically, your sense of smell) to taste all the food you eat. Together, the combo consists of 80% smell and only 20% of taste itself!
Meaning, the journey doesn’t start in the mouth. It all starts when you just walk into a room with food. Every time you breathe in, you inhale everything in the air. And in our case, it includes small particles of pizza floating in the air. Yes, there are millions of microscopic pizzas flying around! But why does hot food smell more? And why does airplane food tastes weird? How do smells information influence emotions and memories? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We’re off on an adventure out of this world to discover some fascinating space facts about stars, planets, and the universe at large! The outer space is really, really big. But thanks to cutting-edge technologies, astronomers keep learning new exciting facts about space almost every day. Far away galaxies, bizarre spinning stars, mind-boggling planets where it rains glass - how many more surprises does the Universe have for us, humans?
Why can't we hear anything in space? What's the future of the Sun? Why do we always see the same side of the Moon, no matter where we are on Earth? Where are the boundaries of the Solar System? Space exploration is a topic that always fires up the imagination. So it's nearly impossible to form a list of the most exciting facts about space. But we tried! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The ocean can be a dangerous place for ships when it goes wild. Some of them are lost and found, but some are frozen in time forever. Scientists found a shipwreck in Antarctica at the bottom of the Weddell Sea 107 years after it sank. The name of the ship was Endurance, and it is among the greatest undiscovered shipwrecks ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It wakes you up every morning, but did you know that alarm clocks were invented as far back as 348 BCE? Tennis balls in Wimbledon must be kept at a perfect temperature to ensure they bounce at a consistent level. There is no oxygen inside your packet of chips because it would influence the combination of molecules forming inside, spoiling the chips faster. Before playing basketball for hoops, you would’ve instead been playing for peach baskets! Learn the secrets of things you thought you knew well - they have some surprises for you.
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Imagine you've created a simulator that allows you to copy yourself into the apps on your phone to learn faster. You get inside the simulation, and you feel like you're going through a virtual wormhole. You enter a futuristic city glittered with purple and blue lights and tall towers with screens showing TikTok videos non-stop. The tallest tower shows the most trending videos today, while the other towers show other popular videos. Will you get used to living in this new TikTok reality or will you try to find a way out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you ever think you could serve jail time for a selfie? Well, there’s no country quite like Saudi Arabia, and while it definitely has a colorful culture, some of its traditions and rules are fascinating…. And some are just plain weird! For example, birth control is often accessible only for married women. Some pharmacies can ask for a marriage certificate before selling contraceptives! If you're a Saudi man, giving flowers to your sweetheart is also not a good idea. Here, women can only receive flowers from other women. And there are no cinemas in Saudi Arabia. The government believes that movies may give men and women inappropriate ideas. Can you imagine that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In August 2018, a UK woman was sailing on the Adriatic Sea. Seems like nothing out of the ordinary, just the perfect summer vacation out on the open water! The Norwegian Star cruise liner was heading to Venice, Italy after departing from Vargarola, Croatia. The woman was on the 7th deck, when, right before midnight, she fell off the back of the ship! It happened about 60 miles off the coast of a city called Pula. Too far away to call for help… As soon as the crew found out about the incident, they launched a major search-and-rescue. They checked onboard CCTV cameras to find out exactly when the fall happened. That way, they could pinpoint the ship’s precise location at that time. The liner also contacted the authorities, and they dispatched a patrol ship, a plane, and 2 rescue boats to look for the woman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you hear a police siren blaring around the corner, you’re already expecting to see a sedan painted in certain colors rushing past you. But have you ever wondered why exactly police cars are painted in colors they use? In fact, there are plenty of reasons for that in any given country. Let’s take the USA and Canada for example. When first North American police cars appeared in the early 1900s, pretty much all automobiles were painted black, and law enforcers weren’t any exception. Later, most authorities across the US thought it prudent to make police cars easily recognizable to the public. And so they worked out a color palette that would be both symbolic and affordable for the budget. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who are the world's richest people today? When you're trying to answer this question, you probably have certain names popping into your head. But rich people aren't necessarily famous all around the world. Have you ever heard about Jack Ma? He's one of the wealthiest people in Asia with his $40 billion. After graduating from college, he was rejected from many jobs, even for the position of a fast-food worker. Today, he's the founder of a leading internet marketplace.
Or do you know who Alice Walton is? She’s currently the richest woman in the world! She's one of the heirs of a discount shopping empire worth $54 billion. But she didn’t want to focus on the family business. She instead went into charity programs and supporting art. So, guys, you wanna know how to become rich? Maybe you wanna have more money than the wealthiest person in human history? Well, this information might be useful to you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover the mind-blowing world of hidden secrets that have been right under your nose all along! In this captivating video, we uncover a treasure trove of intriguing mysteries that you might not have noticed until now. From the cleverly folded flaps on a juice box to the enigmatic reason behind fake pockets in suits, and even the surprising truth about why stop signs are always red - we've got it all covered! Prepare to have your mind blown as we delve into these fascinating hidden gems, revealing the answers that have eluded you for so long. Don't miss out on the chance to uncover these incredible secrets right here, right now! Animation is created by Bright Side. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We are all experienced smartphone users, but it’s impossible to know all the tips and tricks because smartphones are getting more and more advanced. Android is the most widely used mobile operating system around the world. However, despite this fact, there aren’t many people out there who know about all the hidden features Android phones are actually capable of.
You can make your phone announce who's calling, use it to take super-sharp macro-photos, or set your gadget to unlock automatically when you're at home or in a safe place. And these are just a few of the many things you can do to upgrade your device and get more out of it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you’re looking to fill your brain with amazing facts to impress your friends, you’ve come to the right place. These cool facts will turn anyone into an expert at the dinner table and be the start of an entertaining conversation. No scientific degree required. Have you ever wondered, for example, why pencils are yellow and pool tables green?
Do you know why toothpaste tubes have color bars on them? Or why taxis are yellow? Or why keyboards aren’t in alphabetical order? These types of questions have popped up in our minds at least once. While we imagine that we google everything we see and don't know, there are still innumerable subtle things that are so common we take them for granted and don't know much about them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gravity is a powerful force that affects everything we do. Physicists are fascinated by its mysteries and are on a quest to understand it. Isaac Newton first explained gravity, describing how objects are attracted to each other based on their mass and distance. Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity took gravity to a new level, explaining it as the curvature of space-time caused by massive objects. While we have a good grasp of gravity's behavior in certain situations, like planetary orbits, it becomes more complex on smaller and larger scales, leaving scientists with unanswered Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever made a huge mistake at work, hoping no one would ever notice it? That's what happened in 2014, when an employee at the Egyptian museum knocked off the beard of Tutankhamun's mask and glued it back on. This mask was discovered in 1922 and is considered one of the 10 symbols of our human civilization. The plan worked out perfectly fine until 2016 when scientists noticed the glue! Let's discover this and other weird facts National Geographic shared with us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Teleportation is already real, but it's probably not exactly how you imagine it. With the Metaverse in play, entering a virtual room is already happening. The Metaverse is a virtual space where people can interact and socialize with each other through technology. Even though we are not yet there with physical teleportation, virtually, we can pin ourselves anywhere we want. Let's learn about this and other cool inventions that seem like they come straight from the future! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You've finally decided it's time to bring your dream of skydiving to life! You step off into the air, but at the last second, you hear the instructor screaming something. It feels like something has gone wrong! You pull the handle to release the parachute. But it hasn't deployed correctly, opening into a big wad, and you're now spinning faster and faster! No worries - you can still save your life as long as you follow some proven tips on what to do if your parachute fails to open. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes we think we know absolutely everything about objects surrounding us. The sky is blue, the sun is yellow, peanuts are nuts. Wait, are they? It turns out, we'd better google something as, otherwise, our knowledge remains incorrect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is your school considering a ban on cellphones? Don’t let it happen! What are you going to look at and listen to all day? Rather than get upset, why not launch your first campaign? “Save the cellphone!” Who knows, you may become a leader. Start by gathering convincing reasons to keep cellphones in school. For example, convince your parents or guardians. They’re your best allies. Using a cellphone, you can turn homework in at the last minute. You can practice reading and writing as it’ll be in the future. Also, auditory and visual learners can benefit from recording the class on their cellphone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever found yourself in a situation, when you wished you could read another person's mind? I bet you have! And you don't need to have a gift for mindreading or a diploma in psychology to do that. These tips will help you to understand another person much better! Why does your friend start to bite lips, while talking to you? How to make someone trust you? What effect does the sound of your voice have on other people? The answers to these and 90 more questions will surely level up your communication skills. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space exploration gives us two options: a lengthy journey to another solar system or the more feasible option of Mars. A study suggests that all-female crews could offer advantages, as female astronauts require less water, energy, and food during missions. They experience less water loss during exercise and can make better use of confined spaces. These findings highlight the operational benefits and cost savings associated with all-female crews in future space exploration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered why passenger planes don't have parachutes? Well, parachutes large enough to safely land an entire plane would be incredibly heavy, and that extra weight would reduce the number of seats available for passengers. In the event of an emergency, panic would quickly set in among passengers, making it unlikely that they would be able to properly use their parachutes. It would be impractical and potentially dangerous to have untrained individuals attempting parachute landings during an emergency. Instead of individual parachutes, some lightweight aircraft have whole-plane parachutes installed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine a planet where oxygen levels surge, electrifying every breath and infusing the world with energy. Running becomes effortless, and wildlife thrives, with colossal creatures propelled by speed and agility. This scenario, although fictional, highlights the power of oxygen in sustaining life and shaping ecosystems. Scientists have discovered that in Earth's history, oxygen levels increased dramatically, leading to lush landscapes, towering forests, and the rise of mighty dinosaurs. Too much oxygen can be dangerous, causing oxygen toxicity and disrupting the delicate balance of species. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Prepare to be captivated by the untold tragedy of the Titanic as we delve into the haunting sounds and missed lifeline that still echo through history. Join us on a journey of discovery as we unveil the untold stories of this fateful voyage. Explore the missed lifeline that could have altered the course of history. This is a glimpse into the depths of the Titanic's haunting legacy that will leave you with a profound sense of awe and reflection. Don't miss out on this captivating exploration of an unforgettable tragedy. Like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay tuned for this compelling tale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Twelve volunteers are participating in an experiment where they stay in bed for two months to simulate the effects of space travel on muscles. In microgravity, muscles weaken and shrink due to a lack of exercise and reduced protein production. Scientists are researching ways to counteract muscle loss, including exercise routines and hormone treatments. The study found that exercise improves muscle health and organization, while testosterone injections can further enhance muscle growth. The findings could help develop personalized programs for astronauts and improve muscle treatments for the elderly and patients on Earth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you like to watch anime? How about being part of it? There are many anime characters you can be inspired by. Sometimes we feel related to a character in a particular anime or manga, and it is really fun to dream about your favorite anime characters. Even thinking further: what if you woke up as anime character portrayed in the show? Here’s a cool video about a person who woke up right inside an anime movie. It’s someone who’s always dreamed about being the main protagonist of a story but never thought his dream would really come true… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What’s the smartest bird on Earth? Which creature has an ear between its legs? And how do bears go to the bathroom while hibernating? I’m guessing very quietly. Here are the most random yet fascinating facts for all the animal lovers out there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So, do you have a habit of hitting the snooze button? It can actually reduce your sleep quality because during those 10 extra minutes, you don't get the good type of sleep - it's fragmented and will make you feel tired during the day. On average, it takes us 20 to 30 minutes to fall asleep. If it takes you less than that, you don't have a superpower but may be sleep-deprived. Let's debunk some popular sleep myths together! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Being the tallest mountain on the surface of our planet, Mount Everest's peak reaches a dizzying height of 29,030 ft. But the most amazing thing about this giant is that it's still growing! It gets one-tenth of an inch taller every year! But what if all mountains on Earth never stopped growing? First of all, it would make flying impossible. Sailing, as well, would become too dangerous. Mountaineers wouldn’t be able to conquer mountain peaks anymore. The mass of all other mountains on Earth would be getting bigger and bigger as well. Let’s find out if this scenario is possible in real life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In 1922, Tutankhamun's tomb was discovered in Egypt, showcasing 5,000 ancient artifacts. Now, archaeologist Dr. Kathleen Martinez believes she has found clues to the burial place of Cleopatra, the last ruler of Egypt. Excavations near Alexandria have revealed a secret underground tunnel under the ancient city of Taposiris Magna. Challenges arise from natural disasters that have affected the region, but promising discoveries, including coins and a bust of Cleopatra, have been made. Cleopatra's reign was marked by intelligence, diplomacy, and lavish displays, leaving a lasting impact on ancient Egypt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The border between the Pacific and Atlantic oceans is like a literal line between 2 different worlds. It looks like the two oceans meet at an invisible wall that doesn't let them flow into each other and mix their waters. Turns out, water isn’t just water; there can be different kinds. The Atlantic and the Pacific oceans have different densities and chemical make-ups, levels of salinity, and other qualities. There are lots of places on the planet where the waters of two seas or rivers don’t mix for weird reasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey there! Are you ready to dive into the depths of your mind? We've got an intriguing video lined up that will unveil your deepest, darkest fear. Brace yourself for a psychological test like no other! Join us on this suspenseful journey and prepare to uncover what truly haunts you. Don't miss out on this opportunity to confront your fears head-on and gain valuable insights about yourself. Grab some popcorn, dim the lights, and get ready to face the unknown in our captivating fear-revealing video. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know there are ocean "black holes" in the southern Atlantic Ocean? These massive whirlpools take in everything, just like black holes in space, but instead of light, they trap water. They're enormous and can be pretty scary since you won't even realize you're entering one until it's too late. Now, let's visit the Dancing Forest on the Curonian Spit. There are more mysterious places on our planet that feel out of this world - let's explore! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever noticed that planes don't have keys to turn them on? But it’s a bit more complicated than just turning a key. Instead, there’s a series of buttons and dials on the control board that starts the process. Planes don’t have keys to lock the doors, either. But when they sit idle, jets have security guards constantly monitoring them. Let's find out some more plane secrets pilots would never share with you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Life on Earth, including plants, animals, and microbes, works together as a team to make the planet thrive. This collective intelligence is measured by the planet's ability to sustain itself. While Earth is not currently at its highest level of intelligence, researchers have identified four stages of its past and future, aiming for a mature technosphere where technology benefits the entire planet. While it's unlikely that planets become sentient like in movies, certain organisms like ants demonstrate impressive cooperation. And we can still dream about places like Pandora! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Uranus has 27 moons, with four potentially having oceans. These moons were formed from a collision that tilted Uranus on its side. The major moons, including Titania, Oberon, Umbriel, Ariel, and Miranda, exhibit diverse features and are made of rock and ice. Uranus' moons contribute to shaping its ring system. Recent research suggests that these moons could have salty oceans, potentially supporting life. Further exploration is being considered through the Uranus Orbiter and Probe (UOP) mission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So, your teenager wants to start dating, huh? This can be a strange and awkward time for everyone. On the one hand, you’re probably thinking: Where did my baby go? While your teen is thinking: How can I date this person without Mom or Dad freaking out? Don’t worry – there are ways to navigate teen dating that’ll keep the weirdness – and worry – to a minimum. And the first thing you should do is accept this and don't panic. Realize that this period in your teen’s life is normal. Your teen’s hormones are raging at this age, so if you strictly forbid dating, they’re probably going to do it anyway – without your knowledge, and without your rules. Dating is part of what’s going to help shape your teen into who they’ll become! They’ll learn a lot of life lessons through dating too. If you're a teen, understand and accept that your parents are going to feel protective; they might be a little hesitant to give you this type of freedom. This is just as hard for them as it is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nowadays everyone can travel right from their couch! All you need is a perfect video that takes you on a tour around a remote and fascinating country you've always wanted to visit - like Japan! It's a country that attracts so many tourists and not without a reason: there're so many things in Japan that can surprise even the most experienced traveller. For example, did you know that the Japanese grow square watermelons! Exactly: not round but square. By the way, their love for square things is so big that they even trim their dogs in form of cubes too! Isn't it amazing? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever dreamed of traveling to space? But what if people lived on spaceships for millions of years? You'd travel on a spaceship with an autopilot that wouldn't go off course no matter what. But the downside of this trip would be that because of all that time spent on space-transports, we'd look different, totally different... Let's take a look at how our bodies would change and how living in space would affect us... It turns out, gravity plays an important role in this whole process. A big problem is that people would lose their sense of balance. If you tried to stand up, you’d just fall... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine you wake up one day to a world with no electricity, no internet, no money, and no work or school because you’ve been magically transported to the Stone Age! Don’t be scared: you’re not gonna face a giant mammoth right outside the shelter. Ancient humans were pretty smart and learned animals’ habits, because it was the only way to survive in the wild. You won't look too different: just that your hair is a mess, and you might be a few inches shorter, with a more developed jaw, because of the harsh diet. And since the Ice Age is long gone, the weather is warm, and lush greenery is in abundance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We know that no supernovas, crashing asteroids, and burning planets make a sound in space. But what if you actually CAN hear something out there? We need some particles to create sound, but space is almost a perfect vacuum with no particles. But in fact, the "perfect vacuum" doesn't really exist as we can't get rid of atoms for good. So, can these atoms push each other and create vibrations and sounds? Let's find it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered why buses have such huge steering wheels? Or that chocolates always have a zig-zag pattern on the bottom? Just like your car has a weird pattern of black dots on its windows. And have you ever wondered why grocery stores don't have windows? All those things might seem meaningless, but they actually do have a meaning and sometimes hide secrets of items you use every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey there, space enthusiasts and curious minds! I've got something exciting for you. If you've ever wondered about the mysteries of the cosmos, the vastness of the universe, and the wonders beyond our planet, then you don't want to miss this. We've got a mind-blowing video that will take you on an epic journey through space. From dazzling galaxies to breathtaking nebulae, this video will transport you to the far reaches of the universe and leave you in awe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that Texas is a hotbed of weird and wacky creatures? Brace yourself for the Blue Sea Dragon, a tiny slug that's as venomous as it is beautiful. It steals venom from jellyfish and packs a sting that's worse than its prey. And don't forget the hammerhead worm, a slimy monster that grows up to a foot long and splits itself in half to reproduce. Last but not least, fuzzy caterpillars in Texas can deliver a nasty punch with their stinging toxins. Remember, if it's fuzzy, it's not for touchy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wanted to have a perfect memory? Rebecca Sharrock from Brisbane, Australia, remembers her whole life. All events are stored in her mind almost from birth, and she has immediate access to them. She remembers her parents put her in the driver's seat of a car for a photo just a few days after her birth. It's a neurological condition of the brain in which a person can quickly and effortlessly reproduce in memory any fragment from life in the past. But is it safe to live like that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dive into the deep blue and prepare for a frightful adventure! Join us on an exhilarating journey through the ocean's most terrifying inhabitants. From spine-chilling sharks to the scariest ocean predator. Get ready to be both amazed and horrified as we explore the wondrous, yet bone-chilling, wonders of the underwater realm. Brace yourself, for the nightmares await! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
AI is taking over the world, but will take over your job? It looks like there are some jobs which are safe, at least for now. AI can't replicate the personal connection, emotional support, and encouragement teachers bring to their students and psychologists give their patients. AI can't match the nuanced thinking and decision-making skills required in legal professions. In a world driven by technology, these professions remind us that the human touch, emotions, adaptability, and creative thinking are qualities that can't be replicated by AI.
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Have you ever noticed the hole in the tail of your plane? It's actually called an Auxiliary Power Unit, and it looks like a hole from the outside but is a hidden turbine engine. Another cool plane fact is that pilots can’t eat similar meals when they are working. Other means of transportation also have their secrets. There are hidden passageways and secret doors in ships, and the railroad also has some surprises. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are some things you are so used to that you never thought might have a hidden meaning. For example, the jacks you put in your devices have little plastic rings on them that separate different sections. I bet you’ve never even noticed, but all credit cards, no matter what bank or country they come from, are the exact same size. Whistles can work perfectly fine even if they don’t have that ball inside. Have you ever wondered why these and many other things are this way and no other? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How long do you think you can survive without water? And can you substitute it with something to survive? Turns out, rainwater isn't always safe to drink as it can sometimes hold harmful bacteria and viruses. Some of those risky substances may be removed from rainwater if you boil it, but it's best to stick to the safer side and only drink water from sources that are 100% safe for human consumption. There are many other questions about your body you've always wanted to be answered, so let's do it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you worry when your body does weird things like sweat when you’re nervous, you forget an awesome dream, or get carsick on a long ride? It’s puzzling, eh? Have you ever wondered why we wake up before the alarm clock? Or how the weather gives you a headache? Our brain is also a tricky thing. For example, it perceives going to school or work as a threat and tries to protect us from this stress by keeping us in bed. That's why it's hard to wake up on weekdays and so easy to wake up on the weekend. Interested? So let's hop into our submarine of discovery and dive deep into why these strange tricks of our bodies happen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So what would life be like without metals? You know, copper, silver, lead, iron, and whatnot. What if they all just disappeared overnight? As if some has meddled with our metal. “So, no more spoons and coins? Big deal!” you say. Not so fast! You can go ahead and say goodbye to that phone of yours. And the tablet, TV, computer, all the blinky fun stuff. They’re not just made of plastic and a glass screen. Metals are most often used as conductors of electric current. Without them, all our flashy toys are useless. Plus, they have metal parts inside them. And you know what all that means? All modern ways of communication are no longer... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I’ll bet that you’ve heard about this theory that we only use 10% of our brain’s potential and if we could do more than that, we’d have superpowers, teleport and maybe time-travel. This is a century-old myth that got everyone hooked on the idea that if we had more knowledge, we could surpass Einstein. Neurologists have now disproven it, saying that on any given day, we’re able to use 100% of our brain. So, what would happen if we gained infinite knowledge? Let’s find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hot cocoa, sledding down snow-covered hills, the cheer of the holiday season. Yeah, we all love this magical festive atmosphere, if… it happens in winter, not summer. But what if you found yourself staring at frozen streets during what should be the hottest time of the year? Sounds exactly like that: a fun “what if” thought experiment that’s purely hypothetical. But this time, it’s not! Welcome to 1816: The Year Without a Summer… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
According to statistics, burglaries оссur every 26 seconds. So even if you think it will never happen to you, as "there's nothing to steal", you might be mistaken. Anyway, it's better to meet a potential robber well-prepared and well-armed. Some of the necessary precautions should be done ahead of a vacation, if you're planning one. Make sure someone takes care of your mail and lawn. If there's a pile of envelopes in your mailbox and the lawn is higher than usual, it sends a clear sign to potential burglars that the owner is away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Could humans survive underground? Not so long ago, astronomers discovered a planet that's about 33 light-years away from Earth. This makes it our next-door neighbor. The space body is only a planet candidate because astronomers haven't measured its mass yet. But they have high hopes. Just 1.7 million miles away from its star, it completes its orbit in a day and a half. It's a scorching, deserted world with the temperatures at the surface rising up to 1,000˚F. Even more astounding, the entire planet is likely to be covered in magma! So, the question is, "What if Earth once went through some catastrophic event, and it left our planet in the same state: boiling hot, with the surface covered by a thick layer of lava? Would people manage to adapt to such conditions and move to live underground?" It sounds unbelievable, but experts are sure that with time, humans would turn into healthy and rather happy mole people! Of course, life would be very different than today... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We are so used to seeing certain everyday things that we just don’t pay attention to details. But very often the most ingenious ideas or fascinating stories are hidden behind some unremarkable features. Look carefully and you may notice that your favorite items have been designed to do much more than you thought. For example, most people don’t associate takeaway food with fancy dinners. But a takeout container can still be turned into a plate! You just have to unfold it correctly.
Yep, sometimes, after we’ve been using something for many years, we find out that it has some other useful features! The small bumps on the F and J keys on your keyboard can help you find the right key without even looking at the keyboard. The tiny plastic disc under the lid of your bottle of soda is actually what keeps your drink fizzy. And the button on the back of a shirt collar is there to hold a tie in place! Here's a list of ordinary things that have always had some amazing hidden features that you probably never knew about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sitting on a toilet without any particular goal is quite a popular activity for those who lead a busy life. The privacy of the loo helps distract us from the daily race and allows us to just stare at nothing without being interrupted. But how about learning some interesting facts while sitting on the toilet?
Suddenly scalding shower, scary sounds you hear at night, overflowing bowl without a hole to stop the mess, unexpected snake in your home – yes, your toilet has something to do with all this. Well, it’s time to find out more about the thing you probably use more often than anything else! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever met someone and thought: “Wow, what a buffoon!”? I know I have, and then he became my best friend. First impressions are usually wrong; sometimes we think we’ll vibe with someone and when we get to know them; we RUN. The day you’re born determines your star sign, yet the time you’re born determines your rising star or ascendant. The rising star is your social mask – think of how you act when you are around new people. You adapted these traits from your rising zodiac sign, and they are responsible for the image you put out into the world. If you’d like to know your rising star, there are tests you can do online where you must fill in your date and time of birth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The first and most important thing any experienced weatherman, survivalist or tornado chaser will tell you is you need to know what you’re dealing with. Without a clear understanding of what exactly a tornado is, every other tip or piece of advice has a good chance to fall flat and do no good after all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do bees make honey? This is ideal food for these creatures, as it's full of nutrients and is a great energy food. When you consider that one bee's wings beat over 11 thousand times per minute, you can guess that it needs a great amount of energy! But an average worker bee produces less than 1 tablespoon of honey in a lifetime. This doesn't sound like a lot, does it? Let's find out more about bees right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The next time your Internet connection gets disrupted, you might have to blame it on the sharks. These toothy pals are drawn to the magnetic fields of the underwater streamer cables and sometimes mistake them for a chewy snack. Some scientists think it's because sharks have a thing for electromagnetic fields and get curious. Others believe they just have a thing for anything cable shaped. So, what do companies do to protect their cables from getting eaten? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered what the button on the top of your baseball cap is for? Or maybe you know the true purpose of the high-heeled shoes? Back in the 10th century, they prevented riders' feet from constantly falling out of the stirrups. And in Ancient Rome, salt was so precious that people even called it white gold. Some things you use, wear, or eat every day, are more interesting than they might seem as they have their own secrets and hidden purposes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered why do you sometimes receive ads about things you didn’t type or said to your mobile assistant? For example, you talk to your friend about wanting to buy, say, a bicycle, and after an hour you see tons of bike ads on your smartphone. You talked in person, and you never searched for a bike on the Internet, yet there it is. Is your smartphone secretly listening to you? And if it is, how to deal with that?
Your smartphone has its own secret life. It doesn’t like when it’s too cold or too hot, may have disagreements with phones on another operating system, and doesn’t work on the subway. Let’s take a peek at why it does all these things and also find out why can’t phone batteries be removed any longer, why Androids may sometimes not receive texts from iPhones, why are smartphones so similar, and some other interesting facts about smartphones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This video discusses an island that was first discovered in 1876 but was later removed from all maps. In 2012, the island reappeared on Google Maps, and researchers were able to find it using echolocation devices. However, they were still unable to find any signs of human activity on the island. Some theories suggest that the island is actually a piece of technology created by space civilizations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would our life be like without calendars? We wouldn't know when to celebrate birthdays, be able to plan holidays, or even show up for important events. People realized the importance of keeping track of days and months centuries ago. Some ancient calendars followed the cycles of the moon, while others focused on the movements of the sun. Today, we use the modern Gregorian calendar as our primary system. But did you know that alongside this trusty timekeeper, there's a whole bunch of other ancient calendars still kicking around? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would we look like in the 4th dimension? And what is the fourth dimension, anyway? Well, imagine you wake up and can’t recognize your room. That’s definitely it, but your desk in on the wall, and the dresser is on the ceiling. It’s closed, but you can somehow see every folded t-shirt in it! You wipe your eyes. Nothing changes. This isn’t a dream. Welcome to the 4-dimensional world! Still not clear?
Okay, to understand the 4th-dimensional world, we need to look at the others. So, a 0-dimension world is just a point. Now, if you expand it, you get a 1-dimensional world that’s a simple line. It only has one measure, and that’s length. Now we’ll add another line perpendicular to the one we have. We get a flat surface with length and width, like a piece of paper. But the objects of this world have 3 measures: length, width, and height. Then where to put the next perpendicular line to get the 4th dimension? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would it look like to go around Earth at the speed of light? As you kicked off your speedy journey, everything around you would get blurred. The landscape would transform into a streak of dazzling lights, like a cosmic fireworks show on fast-forward. The world would appear distorted, with buildings and landmarks merging into streaks of brilliance as you zipped past them. Let's see what it feels like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There're so many questions that arise daily and you might have googled at least one of them. Why do glass items come out sparkling from the dishwasher? Do fish have necks? And why won't rain always make the ground wet? In this video you'll find 14 cool facts you'll want to share with your friends. For example, why are number plates of different colors? If you take a look at different cars around the world, you'll notice that plate colors vary: some are yellow, some are white. What does it depend on? It turns out, it's connected with vehicle registration systems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For many of us, the seasons tell us a lot — like what holiday is coming up or what delicious seasonal food there might be at the local grocery store. But what if there were no seasons, or only one season all year round? Well, humans probably wouldn’t have met up with other humans much, and settlements would be scattered. If humans couldn’t put their brains together, there are a lot of inventions that we wouldn’t have today. We may never have learned to use tools. We may never have basic technology! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who doesn’t love video games? Some play them for hours, others for days, while others cannot even see their life without them. Every year, developers make games better. However, no matter how cool and realistic graphics they have, there are a lot of differences between video games and real life. Is your game character seriously injured? Drink the potion and everything is okay! Just caught a cold in real life – you have to sit at home and drink medications for a whole week. At speed, you get away from the police chase, the cops will never catch you! In life: “Here's a $100 fine for you. Don't break the speed limit anymore.” “Okay, I won’t. Sorry.” One of the saddest thing is that you can go through your favorite mission again. Unfortunately, the best moments of life are only stored in our memory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday, July 5, 2022. Shortly after a heavy storm, the sky over South Dakota in the US was still overcast. Locals finally went outside and saw that the sky had an intense dark green hue, and they'd never seen anything like that before. People said that it looked like something straight up from science fiction or even a horror movie. So… What happened there? Was it caused by humans or by nature? Let's find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine you just wake up one day and there's no electricity, no internet, no money, and no work or school. Nothing you're used to! You're not even in your own home, because you’ve magically transported to the Stone Age. What could possibly happen next?
Of course, your first reaction would be shock, but we'll move past that. First, let's look around. This is your cave where you live with your family. You have your own sleeping area that’s covered with animal skin. However, you might also live in a primitive hut supported by mammoth tusks and ribs, with an animal skin over it as protection from the rain. And if you're wondering where the Stone Age people did their business, don't be surprised to find out it was basically anywhere outdoors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A giant asteroid is flying towards Earth, and humanity sends a team of the bravest and the smartest to save us from an impact. This is a classic movie plot, but how likely is it to happen in real life? To figure out the risk, scientists from different organizations have to study the positions and paths of the asteroids that come close to our planet, especially those that are at least 0.6 miles wide. And the good news is that none of these asteroids will probably hit us for at least the next 1,000 years.
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Have you ever dreamt of moving to another planet? Let's see if their conditions are good enough for humans. The Sun on Mercury would appear almost three times as large as it does on Earth, and sunlight would be almost seven times brighter. The atmosphere on Venus is so thick that it leads to the planet warming up non-stop. Unlike Venus, Mars has seasons due to the planet's tilt on its axis. Maybe we should keep looking on other planets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever noticed that you need to pull the window blind up, not down, to close it, in exit rows on most planes? It's designed so to help people quickly leave the plane in case of an emergency. Speaking of emergencies, turbulence isn't one of them as it's perfectly normal. But if you're still afraid of it, think of your plane as a napkin inside a pot of jelly. If you tap the jelly, the napkin will not fall anywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pilots are real professionals that can handle pretty much anything. But there are some things they don't like to see, not to risk the safety of the flight. First we got thunderstorms - and they’re like the bullies of the sky. They can throw lightning, hail, and crazy winds at your plane. Next up - icing. Let's see what else gives them the creeps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Starting a whirlpool is much easier than you think, and you probably do it every day. You've just washed the dishes, and you pull the plug out of the drain hole. Do you see how the water forms a funnel, and all the pieces of food get into its center? But it's a completely different thing when a whirlpool catches you in the open sea. You need to know some basic survival tips to get out of it alive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you like spooky bedtime stories about mythical creatures? Well, some people believe those aren't so unreal after all. In German folklore, there's this crazy creature called an Alp, it's like a vampire mixed with an incubus. And did you know that according to Irish legend, every family has their very own banshee? Let's meet these and other scary creatures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What species did humans evolve from? And how many species of early humans were there? Okay, here's some useful information. Humans belong to the only group of hominins. Hominins are part of hominids — you know, like gorillas, orangutans, chimpanzees, and we humans. Back in time, there were multiple hominin species, but all of them magically disappeared, except for humans.
Have you heard about the Neanderthals? Nobody else knew about them until 1829, when one Dutch naturalist, went digging around in some caves in Germany. Neanderthals used to live there, and he found out that they were very sophisticated – unlike what most people believe. For example, they made something similar to blankets to stay warm in the cold winter. Neanderthals were the first artists as well! Let's find out more about them and other hominin species. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you have a favorite snack? And how much of it do you normally eat? Don't worry, we aren't going to talk about your diet, it just turns out that your fast food choices can tell a lot about your personality. I'm going to determine your age and height based on them! Let me know if I was right in the comments below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the advantages and disadvantages of self-driving cars? Can autonomous cars completely replace conventional ones in the future? Experts think that self-driving cars will be more reliable than a human driver, and the number of accidents will reduce by about 90%. Also, in big cities, traffic jams will disappear when self-driving vehicles go out on the roads. By the way, self-driving cars become more reliable with each passing month — if not every day. A few years ago they couldn't stop or notice an object in the rain, but now they can "see" and move even during snowfall. It seems that self-driving cars will drive around the city perfectly with such abilities. And that's the main issue... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you've ever lost the key to your house, you know how much trouble you have to go through to open the door again. But some doors in the world aren't meant to be opened at all because they're hiding some mysteries behind them! The famous Taj Mahal in India, for example, has a lot of doors that are always closed. Experts think that if someone opened these doors after they've been closed for so long, it'd release carbon monoxide, which could lead to the appearance of cracks in the minarets of the Taj Mahal. Find out more about these and other mysterious doors around the world!
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The Middle Kingdom. The Red Dragon. The Sleeping Giant. Steeped in history, legends, and mystery for many – it’s everything you never knew about China! Even if you have been to China and you love the local cuisine and you’re learning the language, chances are, you still don’t quite understand what this country really is. Why are dragons sacred in China? How long is China's Great Wall and why was it built? Why did the mirror have mystic significance in ancient China? Why can't you find the 4th floor in some Chinese buildings? It's one of those countries that raises more questions the more you try to find out about it. So here are some facts that you absolutely must know before you travel to China. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here're heart-breaking stories about three dogs that one day found themselves all alone in the street. Their humans left them. You'll listen to the stories by Charlie, Oscar and Rocky and see the world with their eyes. What does it feel like to be left by someone you loved and were faithful to, someone you thought was your mom or dad? All of these dogs once had owners. They spent a lot of time with them at the beginning, playing and having fun but then one day they just didn't need them anymore... Would you adopt a stray dog? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the tallest buildings in the world? As the remarkable feats of modern engineering come to fruition, we see astounding skyscrapers visibly materialize, standing tall. With each new construction being completed, a newer, more cutting-edge design is being made a possibility, which was otherwise unimaginable.
Well, humanity has always built stuff, reaching further and further into the sky. From Stonehenge to the Burj Khalifa, and every architectural feat in between! If you stacked them all up, could we reach the moon? Would our super structure be longer than the Great Wall of China? Well, let’s see how they compare! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Okay, here are some facts that say a lot about our modern world of technology. A study found that 58% of men and 47% of women suffer from nomophobia – that’s a fear of being without your phone. (The word is an abbreviation of “no-mobile-phone phobia”). And around 40% of internet traffic is non-human. It’s usually robots trying to take data. In fact, there’s a whole online forum run entirely by bots. They use a model to create posts that mimic other posts by real users. That's spooky...
So it feels like it’s hard to keep up with technology. Smartphones are getting more expensive, and their cameras are multiplying. But there’s a reason for that. How about to dive into the world of tech and discover the most unusual things? Do you know, for example, why most smartphones have notches? Or how black holes are related to Wi-Fi? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So, how to make your smartphone battery last longer? Let's see. What is your phone’s wallpaper right now? You might want to change it to a shade of black if saving time and money sounds like a good deal. But this trick only works on one screen type though, and here’s why.
There are two popular types of smartphone screens at the moment: LCD and AMOLED. LCD means Liquid Crystal Display. Whenever the phone is active, it lights up every pixel you see, no matter what color it is. AMOLED is mostly used in newer smartphones. It generates its own light and doesn't need back lighting. But if you don’t have an OLED screen and you want to save your battery, there are some battery-saving tips that will work for most phones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space exploration has captivated the imagination of humans for centuries. So let’s take a trip through the history of American space exploration, starting with the first lunar landing in 1969 and ending with the present day. First of all, let's talk about the Apollo program. It was a series of manned space missions that were all about one thing: landing humans on the Moon. How far have we gone since then? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's hard to imagine our life without coffee, and humans all across the world can relate to this. But how on Earth did coffee become so popular? And what does it take for coffee to go all the way from a bean to the delicious Java in our cups? Coffee is a fruit that grows in medium-sized shrubs known as the Coffea plant – just like the ones you can see all over this place. It was discovered in Ethiopia back in the 15th century. It was only around the 17th century that coffee reached Europe, and it hasn't left ever since. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many of us heard about the so-called "dark side of the moon". But what is it, really? Does it even exist? Or it's a myth that keeps on living in our minds? Just like the fact that there're "millions" of stars in the sky... Have you always thought that owls can make a full circle while turning their heads? Or that ostriches bury their heads in the sand... or that bulls hate the color red? Then you'll be surprised to find out these are all myths! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your body is as complex and unexplored as the universe itself. Don’t believe me? What if I told you there was an organ in the body we didn’t know about until 2019? How did that happen? Well, here’s some other incredible things about us, the microcosm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever thought about what will happen to your solar system’s “perfect harmony” if it loses a planet? For example, the closest planet to the Sun is Mercury, right? Oh, it’s so small! So with Mercury gone, how’s Earth looking? Hmm, no changes in the solar system. It’s all about gravity.
Every object that has some mass attracts other objects because of its gravitational force. The larger the mass, the greater the force it has. Mercury is the smallest planet in the solar system, so it’s not too massive in space terms. But what about other planets? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes things aren't exactly what they seem to be. Yes, I'm talking about optical illusions here - those cool images that can trick your brain. Some objects you're going to see will look like they're of a completely different color. Others will seem to be moving, although they are perfectly stable. Test your intuition to see what's real and what's only an illusion here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Love learning about the creatures of the world? Here's a new compilation of facts about animals that will surprise you! Leaping lemurs and jumping giraffes! It’s the list you never knew you needed: which animals have the best ups, and where do humans stack among them? Which creatures can jump? What animal jumps the highest? Stick around to find out where your jump would be astronomical and where it would be impossible!
Did you know that although we share 99% of our DNA with Chimpanzees – they obviously got the jumping gene? Over 7 times their height in a single bound! Though their leg muscles are less than half the size of ours, they generate twice the power! But еhis does not apply to Olympic Athletes who seem to be superhuman. Javier Sotomayor’s record-breaking 8-ft high jump is 8 times the average. And Mike Powell’s 29-ft long jump – 5 times! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you're going on vacation and hoping to see the highest mountain in the world from your window seat - this dream is unlikely to come true. But why are commercial airplanes actually banned from flying over Everest? The area is rough, filled with snow, and has almost no flat surfaces. The low oxygen environment at such an altitude means there's likely to be a lot of turbulence, so it gets really difficult to maneuver the airplane. And, among the few airports located in the Himalayas, there's one considered the most challenging to land in the world.
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Have you had a house guest that didn’t use a coaster? Or, you've gone on vacation, and all of your clothes have become crinkled inside the luggage. There are simple solutions for these and many other little problems you might face at any time. You don't need to worry about them anymore, as you can solve them following some simple but effective everyday tips. Now you will know what to do when you’ve left your car keys locked inside the car or run out of standard batteries.
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They are colossal, they are ever hungry, they tear stars apart, not even light can escape their gravity. Black holes. What are they? How do they form? It’s hard to embrace the fact black holes exist, and sure, they’re absolutely impossible. Maybe astronomers see something that looks and behaves just like a black hole should, but at the same time, math shows that black holes can’t exist at all without breaking lots of nature’s laws.
Black holes don’t just swallow matter around them, they also consume all the information about every tiny particle they swallowed. In quantum physics, it’s impossible for the information to get simply deleted from reality, but that’s what black holes do. Despite the fact black holes slowly evaporate and so give away their mass and energy, they won’t return this information to the Universe, and this shouldn’t be possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Betelgeuse is a massive star in the Orion constellation, known for its reddish-orange glow on the archer's shoulder. It's about 1,000 times larger than our Sun and located 600 light years away. Scientists believe it will go supernova within the next 100,000 years, but it could happen sooner. When it does, Betelgeuse's supernova will be a remarkable light show visible without a telescope. Astronomers encourage people to observe and report any changes in Betelgeuse's brightness. So gear up with a telescope and protective eyewear, and stay tuned for this extraordinary event in the night sky. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you smelling something fishy at home, and it's not your delicious salmon dinner? Then it's time to check your electrical equipment. That stinky smell could mean your wires are frayed, your breakers are faulty, or your circuits are overloaded. If you smell rotten eggs in your house, call the plumber straight away! There are some other smells that are trying to say something to you, including that coming from your shoes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the fastest passenger airplane? And how fast do passenger planes go, by the way? Ever since humanity took to the skies with the birds, we’ve been pushing our limits. We’ve built the biggest, the baddest, the fastest aircraft! But how do passenger aircraft rank among our most incredible record-breakers? Let’s see!
Well, the fastest crewed aircraft ever was the X-15. But it couldn’t take off by itself – a “mother ship” had to carry it up and drop-launch it from the sky. So, technically, the X-15 was a crewed rocket, not entirely an airplane. There was also the Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird, a supersonic jet with a top speed of almost 2,200 mph! But it went so fast, its surface would heat up well over 500°F. So what about regular passenger airplanes, the kind we all use to travel? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever woken up at 3 AM with a flood of urgent questions in your mind? Like, how do barcode readers work? How did bubble wrap appear? And, most importantly, is there a reason erasers are pink? Ok, they now come in all colors and shapes, but what about that classic bubble-gum hue? History’s got all the answers! Do you know why when the first computer mouses appeared, producers referred to them as turtles? Or why paper money isn't the most reliable form of cash? Or what product is perfect for bachelors? Interested? Then check out these really cool facts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How does the British royal family travel? Do they fly commercial? It turns out that Members of the Royal British Family annually make many trips around the world. Sounds cool, but in fact, it’s rather complicated. Royal family tours require very detailed planning and adherence to special rules. And some of them seem to be, just weird. For example, in all countries, an individual menu is prepared in advance for each member of the royal family. By the way, they are entitled to fly in private jets only for special state travel. And sometimes, royals even buy economy class tickets. Ordinary passengers saw Prince William with his wife Kate Middleton or Prince Harry with Meghan Markle on board the aircraft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You buy a chocolate bar in a package that claims the thing is 25% bigger than its previous version. Then you pick a shampoo that has "only natural ingredients" on the bottle and costs surprisingly little. Ooh! Now stop. Do you really get a great bargain or is it just manufacturers fooling you? Think twice — marketing experts are talented manipulators! For example, a bag or a bottle itself may look bigger than others produced by the same brand, but its weight can be absolutely the same! Some manufacturers aren't strangers to using optical illusions to make customers think there is more product than in reality. Empty space inside boxes, inflated plastic bags, labels stuck at the top of glass bottles so that you don't notice they are half empty... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This video discusses an island that was first discovered in 1876 but was later removed from all maps. In 2012, the island reappeared on Google Maps, and researchers were able to find it using echolocation devices. However, they were still unable to find any signs of human activity on the island. Some theories suggest that the island is actually a piece of technology created by space civilizations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you one of those people who always get into the most hilarious stories when you're just going to work or school? Then, you'll definitely relate to these stories. A picture is worth a thousand words in this case. You can just guess how epic these fails must have been in real-time. It's okay to laugh - even the heroes of these stories who had one job must have laughed hard at themselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered what the button on the top of your baseball cap is for? Or maybe you know the true purpose of the high-heeled shoes? Back in the 10th century, they prevented riders' feet from constantly falling out of the stirrups. And in Ancient Rome, salt was so precious that people even called it white gold. Some things you use, wear, or eat every day, are more interesting than they might seem as they have their own secrets and hidden purposes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Flashing lights, electric impulses traveling at mind-boggling speeds, everything around is aglow — no, it’s not a thunderstorm, it’s you. You’ve just yawned, sending a powerful surge of energy through your body. Wanna know how humans breathe, how the lungs work, and how oxygen travels through the body? This is what we're talking about today!
Well, first, the air enters the mouth and nostrils. One nostril, in fact, because the other is naturally resting. Are you eating something there? Just don’t try to make another breath while swallowing that pizza — only babies are capable of that and inhaling at the same time. Okay, there's the pharynx, where air and food come together. It’s a kinda sorting stage. Epiglottis makes sure that food goes where it belongs, to the esophagus. Next are the larynx, the trachea, and finally to the two bronchi, one going to each lung. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome to space! Let's see what a typical day in the life of an astronaut looks like. Every minute and every second of an astronaut’s day in space is planned. From eating and brushing teeth to working and sleeping, every move is based on a schedule. The things they have to do are planned down to five-minute increments by a team in mission control called Ops Planner. The concept of a "day" aboard an orbiting spacecraft is a little bit different than what you might imagine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey guys! Looking for some cool tricks to get things done faster and more easily? Wanna make the world a little bit kinder? You don't need to be born on another planet or get bitten by a mutated spider to be a hero. Just try some simple tips to help others and make life a little easier for everyone, yourself included! For example, if you happen to have a plastic shopping bag with you, put it on the seat of a parked bicycle if it looks like it's gonna rain. The best deeds are anonymous!
If you're on the subway, bus, or plane watching a movie on your phone, turn on the subtitles. That way anyone around can enjoy it too! Or if you and your friends decided to hit the beach instead, keep everyone’s valuables in a diaper. Make it look like a used diaper. Nobody will think to open it up and look inside while you’re out there swimming! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We can find anything we want on the internet, read every article out there, watch any video we choose and see the entire universe from our phones. But even after all this, the world still finds ways to amaze us and prove that life is full of interesting discoveries, incredible things, and amazing facts.
Polar bears aren't actually white, and their tongues aren't black. Most wasabi you can buy in a supermarket is actually colored horseradish with different flavorings. You can make your body believe you're well-rested. And, you can spell your email in Morse code. Are you ready to have your world turned upside down? Then check out these cool facts that definitely will take you by surprise! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today, people can buy a lot of cool phone accessories, but sometimes you don’t need a fancy product. You just need some household items and little time on your hands. A plastic bottle can serve as the most basic tripod for your phone. You can make a unique pop socket out of a dresser knob and boost your phone speakers with paper cups and a toilet paper roll!
So, ready to unleash your creativity with DIY smartphone accessories? Then let's find out what will happen if you pour some water on your phone lens, how you can make a DIY phone case in 10 seconds, and why you should start collecting popsicle sticks right now? Sounds crazy right? But hey, that’s what we do here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What to do when you see your ex? Imagine you’re walking down the street when all of a sudden you spot the last person you’d want to see! This is your worst nightmare…Your EX. Not many people see their ex and think, “hmm, that was a pleasant encounter”! However, sometimes it’s inevitable. Our exes are out there, and we’re bound to face them. It could be at school, at work, or randomly in the street. But what you need to do in this situation requires some strategy and thought. There are a few different types of break-ups a person will probably experience in their lives. Let’s take the two ends of spectrum. The mature break-up without any hard feelings, and the painful break-up, which ended in the worst possible way. Whatever the case may be, when you come face to face with a person you’ve been close to emotionally, it’s hard to keep your cool. So not only do you have to think about what to do, but you should also think about what NOT to do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Think about this: Robots will replace all airport staff soon. Yes, air travel may soon be devoid of human contact. Socially-aware robots will figure out your native language. They'll guide you through the airport to your gate or a place to eat. Cleaning robots will use built-in mapping technologies and an object-avoidance system. Robots will pick up your luggage when you arrive at the airport. Let’s see what the airport of the future will look like! How can you go duty-free shopping in virtual reality? Will you finally be allowed to keep your phone in your pocket as you go through security checks? What functions will artificial intelligence assume? The airport of today can make you feel really stressed. May the airport of tomorrow change all that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you one of those curious souls, like me, that wonder how much water trees drink per day, whether planets can float on water, and why guinea pigs "popcorn"? Yeah I know it’s weird, but I’m a curious kind of guy! Get ready to find the answers to these and many other burning questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's hard to find a person who has never seen one of the most famous photos in the world of the first man on the Moon. Neil Armstrong had been getting ready for his mission for over three years. To resist microgravity conditions, he had to learn how to walk sideways, by being strapped and suspended at an angle and trying to walk along walls. What other things did he have to learn? And did Neil Armstrong have any secrets? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most animals avoid fighting, but some of them actually enjoy it. Male bighorn sheep arrange real duels, where only the largest, the strongest, and the heaviest can win. They smash their heads together at a speed of about 15 mph. The human body probably wouldn’t survive a blow like this! Another furious fighter is the Bison. Imagine two of these gigantic creatures hitting each other at a speed of 35 mph!
Cute fuzzy hares are actually tough fighters, and tiny ocean creatures can knock out opponents in a single punch. Animals often look pretty harmless, but some of them could beat the stuffing out of the most experienced boxers! So what animal has the strongest punch? And how dangerous is a kick of the most famous boxers of the animal world - the kangaroo? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s been calculated that we use our smartphones for more than 4 hours a day on average. But being creatures of habit, we very often use the same functions and don’t even explore the most interesting, useful, and unexpected opportunities on our phones. Meanwhile, the developers of smartphones and different apps have implemented the most amazing ideas many times drawing inspiration from scientific fantasies.
So, it's pointless to argue which is better, Android or iPhone. Both have a bunch of cool things you probably don't even know about, but today you'll learn the ones that are hidden in Androids. We found and tried some really cool tricks that our Android smartphones were hiding and that can be useful in different life situations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The megalodon was a massive shark that ruled the oceans and scared everyone else alive. But what if I told you there is a creature more dangerous than meg itself? Object SCP-682 is a colossal reptile the size of a bus that can transform its body. It's practically invulnerable, can regenerate, resist any damage, and adapt to any danger. It has intelligence and doesn't like people. The object is extremely dangerous and still unexplored. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If your dog keeps scratching the entrance door and wandering around the house, tries to hide in the corner, howling and barking - it might be the right time to evacuate. The pup probably knows an earthquake is approaching. If you see the water retreat from the beach really fast - a tsunami must be on the way. Sometime nature is sending us signals we can't read. Learn to understand them to know when natural disasters are on the way to stay safe and protect your dear ones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you dreaming of finding treasures at the bottom of the sea? Well, you do have a good chance of doing it! According to UNESCO, there are three million undiscovered shipwrecks in Earth’s oceans, lakes, and rivers, but not all of them are treasure ships, of course. One of the oldest wrecks researchers still haven’t found is Flor de la Mar. Estimates put its booty at more than $2 billion in today’s money - sounds like something worth looking for, doesn't it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Titanic... probably the most famous ship of all time and the main character in a heartbreaking story. You must have seen the movie at least once, but what if we added a character with superpowers to the story? It would be useful to have someone with time-traveling skills, right? They could go back in time and alert the crew that an iceberg is pretty close, and they should move the ship away from its path as soon as possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is it ok to eat moldy cheese? 🧀 Mold is often a sign your food has gone bad... except for when it comes to cheese! If possible, just remove the moldy parts so you can eat the rest. If by accident you ended up eating some of that moldy cheese, don’t worry! Most cheese types already contain some kind of mold. The most well-known one being blue cheese! It’s an important part of the cheesemaking process, so it's supposed to be there! And moldy blue cheese doesn't even come close to being the most unusual food eaten regularly. Travel the world with me, and we'll look at the most surprising foods (and things!) people eat all around the world. To name a few: tarantulas, grasshoppers, bird nests, ant eggs, and even cheese with maggots in it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nobody will argue that people tend to divide all habits into good and bad. But what if I tell you that some so-called "good" habits aren't as useful as people like to think? And that drinking too much water can lead to poisoning, and brushing your teeth can damage them? In fact, everything you thought you knew is wrong! For example, sleeping as much as you feel like isn't that great! Yes, it's good to listen to your body but if you start sleeping more than 9 hours a day, you may have depression, put on weight, and have health problems! So, here's the list of habits you might want to reconsider! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In 1886 – 26 years before the Titanic sank – William Thomas Stead wrote an empowering short story called "How the Mail Steamer Went Down in Mid-Atlantic by a Survivor." The short story William Stead wrote was about Thomas, a British sailor, who got on a passenger liner bound for the US. At one point, he realized there weren't enough lifeboats for everyone on board. A couple of days later, heavy fog covered everything in sight. Could it all be a coincidence, or was the writer psychic? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scientists proved that our productivity decreases due to spending time on our gadgets both during work and during our leisure time. Distraction is the biggest enemy of your productivity. But as a test, try to watch this video until the very end without clicking off. The video doesn't last even 10 minutes! Our tips will help you to work more productively, pump up your brain, relieve stress, and make your life better in general. Did you know, for example, that it takes at least 23 minutes to get fully involved in the process of work after you've lost concentration for even a moment? Well, to be precise, it's actually 1,395 seconds. So to start being really productive, make your workplace as non-distracting as possible. Don't try to multitask. Chances are you won't complete anything challenging if you're scrolling your social media feed simultaneously. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NASA's Curiosity rover has just stumbled upon the wildest rock formation ever. From objects shaped like fish backbones to ones that resemble traffic lights, Curiosity has given us plenty to marvel at. But now, the internet is exploding with excitement over the jaw-dropping images from Curiosity's mast camera. The current theory is that these unique ripples on the structure were formed after a whole lot of erosion, probably caused by the Martian winds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On an ordinary summer day in 2016, a gold miner was traveling in search of gold in Canada. He spotted something in the melting ice, and when he got closer, he realized it was a real treasure... for science. The miner found the oldest and most complete wolf mummy ever discovered in the world. Some other people discovered a box full of jewelry worth $340,000; Yuka the Woolly Mammoth; and other things you'd never expect to meet on a hike. Which of them sounds like the craziest to you? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spaceships are not like your regular cars running out of fuel on the highway. Space is like a friction-free paradise! Unlike ships in water that need a constant push to keep going, spaceships have got it all figured out. Once those engines are turned off, their momentum takes over and propels them forward at a steady pace. It’s a cosmic roller coaster with no brakes. But does it mean spaceships never run out of gas? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered what makes waterfalls so magical and enchanting? If you want to see the most beautiful ones, here's your chance! The world's largest waterfall is tucked away underwater: the Denmark Strait cataract is located between Iceland and Greenland. In Kimberly, Western Australia, you can check out one of the only two horizontal waterfalls in the world. One mystery of nature that has been puzzling geologists for many years is the Devil's Kettle Waterfall on Minnesota's North Shore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In our universe, there are special places called "habitable zones". They hold the key to life as we know it. But now, scientists are no longer looking just for those. Get ready for the “computational zones.” These enchanting realms could house life forms we've never even dreamed of encountering before! How far are they, and shall we see them soon? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most of us know that matter can be solid, liquid, and gas. Some of us even know about a fourth special state called plasma. But what about the extraordinary states that behave in crazy ways, like dancing and color-changing? Forget what you thought you knew about solids, liquids, and gasses because we're diving into the wild side of physics. Prepare to be amazed because those new states of matter are something out of this world.
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Scientists found a 385-million-year-old root network. It's like a fossilized web of roots that's got them all excited. They're reimagining what the world's first forests might have looked like, and let me tell you, it's not what you'd expect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What role do fingerprints play in our lives? Yes, detective movies give a clear answer to this question. Also, scientists have only recently found out that fingerprints serve a person as the main mechanism of touch. Without them, it'd be difficult for you to read information and interact with whatever you're touching or holding in your hands. Patterns on the fingers play a very important role in the fine motor skills of the hands. Thanks to them, we can easily separate thin pages of paper from each other, type on a keyboard, get cards and money from our wallets, play the piano, guitar, etc. But besides that, could fingerprints determine your character? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What can you find with a metal detector? Coins, jewelry, ancient coins artifacts... Finding some money on the ground a hundred years ago, you could think yourself lucky. If you pick up something valuable today, though, it most likely means trouble. Picking one up and setting it into your phone you might find a huge debt on yourself. If you find a diamond ring or gold bracelet, somebody may appear on the street and accuse you of stealing their jewelry. The same applies to wallets, money, and credit cards. Or check your surroundings before picking up such items. If you feel somebody’s watching or following you, leave it be. What about electronic devices? Well, if you see a radio transmitter, mobile phone, or tablet lying on the road, never touch it: it might be unsafe and put there on purpose so that you — or any curious person —picks it up. So, here’s a list of things you should never pick up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you ready to visit some of the spookiest villages in the world? People no longer live here, and some are even afraid to get anywhere close. It is so with Kuldhara village in India. A borough called Centralia in the US has been burning for more than 50 years. The English village of Gainsthorpe in Lincolnshire was once flourishing but then disappeared all of a sudden. Let's try to solve the mysteries of these and other eerie villages together! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you think you know everything about your own body? How about the fact that 25% of an adult's bones are in their feet? Or that taste buds aren't actually those bumps on your tongue? By the way, your eyes are an amazing instrument! They can distinguish between 10 million different colors! And the muscles that help your eyes focus make around 100,000 movements a day. If you want to make your leg muscles move as much, you need to walk 50 miles! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are all kinds of scary scenarios for the future of our planet, but how real are they? Will the Sun ever swallow us whole? When a star runs out of its fuel, it grows to a million times its original size. As the star grows, it engulfs any matter – even its own planets! – in its wake. Astronomers have watched stars right before or straight after swallowing entire planets. So, will the Sun eventually swallow our Earth? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Archeologists are buzzing with excitement because they believe they have found one of Egypt's oldest complete mummies. The last year has been a good year for Egyptology, with many new discoveries being made about life in Ancient Egypt. One of them was the discovery of the first-ever pregnant mummy. Even if we know quite a lot about mummification processes, we keep making discoveries that open new doors into the lives of Ancient Egyptians. And it looks like we might finally know the biggest secret of the pyramids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you have a bumper sticker on your car? Well, you're putting yourself at risk without even knowing! That custom sticker you made with your dog might show robbers that you’re pretty outdoorsy – and like to spend a lot of time away from your house or your car, leaving them exposed. The fact that you have a sticker saying you have a kid on board could translate to: “I’m easily distracted, and I always have my hands full. It’s really easy to steal my car”. Learn some vital tips on how to protect yourself and your car from being stolen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever seen square trees? They grow in a mysterious region called El Valle de Anton - near one of the largest inhabited dormant volcanoes in the world. The interior of their trunks are the same shape, with sharp edges, sometimes even at a perfect 90-degree angle. Located in Namibia is a tree that’s also weird in shape and pretty dangerous: the Bottle tree. Should you avoid visiting these places, or is it safe to approach these and other unique trees? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine sitting at home, drinking coffee and watching a new episode of your favorite series. And suddenly a meteorite crashes into your kitchen after breaking the roof. That's what actually happened in New Jersey during the Eta Aquarid meteor shower, which is active from April 19 to May 28 and peaking on May 5 through 6. The space rock itself was the size of a pork roll sandwich. It was also pitch black and weighed almost 4 pounds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all know some "facts" about the planets in our Solar System which turn out to be not facts but misconceptions. Mercury gets a bad rap for always being hot, but that's not entirely true. The planet's got no atmosphere, so its temperature swings are wild. Venus is often referred to as the "sister planet" of Earth. But it's not true, just like many other popular myths about space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all feel alive and actively perceive the present, in this very moment. But here's the catch, my friends - this feeling of "right now" is, in fact, a little delayed. Our different senses pick up information each at their own pace, which means our brains have to drag some of them to give us a seamless sense of the present. Anything we do in less than half a second - like hitting a ball or catching someone's glance - is done automatically. But is it possible to re-train your brain to experience the future? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is holographic gaming possible? And if it is, how close are we to it? From Ping-pong and 84’s Tetris to Nintendo’s classics; from Wolfenstein and Doom to modern-day VR technology. It seems like games aren’t just here for fun, but to push our technology beyond the limits. So what’s next? Will we play games in holographic augmented reality rooms? While the concept of holographic gaming isn’t at the top of the list of gamers’ expectations, we’re still about to take a new evolutionary step in the gaming world in general. With the new generation of consoles on the horizon, it’s only natural to expect a rise in processing power, better graphics, and smooth gameplay without stutters and slowdowns. But why not bring some new, exciting, and revolutionary ways to play games? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you’re not a morning person, then you’d probably love living on the moon or out in space! The whole “lack of oxygen” thing aside, a ‘round-the-clock night sky sounds pretty tempting! But why is there so much light on Earth, but almost none once you leave our planet? You might think that it’s light during the day and dark at night because the Earth spins on its axis, and the Sun illuminates either hemisphere. That’s part of the reason, but it’s more complicated than that. Our star shines on the Moon too, but the sky above it is always black! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In Iceland, you’ll find some of the most breathtaking sceneries on our planet, from geysers to black-sand beaches. Most of the sand on beaches generally formed from rocks that have broken down because of weather changes and erosion through thousands or even millions of years. This beach is so magically stunning, but also very dangerous because of its sneaker waves. Our planet is full of wonderful and mysterious things. Some trees talk to each other, and bamboo grows extremely fast for a special reason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You scared of sharks? In reality, you have more chances of being struck by lightning than being bitten by a shark. Still, sharks do have a bad rap, even though they’re not as horrible as people think. They’ve even been known to save people! No, really, sharks are amazing! Did you know, for example, that they can hear as far as 800 ft away? They’re even able to catch the sound of their prey tensing its muscles. They’re also older than dinosaurs. Scientists believe sharks have been around for about 450 million years. For comparison, the first dinosaurs appeared more than 200 million years later! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you dreaming about finding a treasure chest full of gold and gems? The good news is that it's theoretically possible. The bad news is it's not as exciting as you might think, and the competition is huge. You can start by checking out the Crater of Diamonds, State Park, Arkansas. At the beginning of the 20th century, people first discovered diamonds here. There are more locations like this, so let our treasure hunt begin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our planet is full of places that are so beautiful they don't even seem real! There is a river in Colombia where you can see red, yellow, green, and purple waters flow down it, and the color depends on the water or light conditions. Earthquake Lights can appear before, during, or immediately after an earthquake and last up to 10 minutes. People can see a clear reflection of the sky in the waters of Sasaran Beach, Kuala Lumpur, twice a month. The mountainside of Zhangye National Geopark, in China, is known for its splashes of rainbow in thick straight lines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered how heavy all objects in our Milky Way are together? Weight and mass outside of Earth are tricky. You can’t just put planets, stars, or other space objects on the scale. Generally, when you’re on a scale, it measures how hard the gravity of our planet is pulling on you. On Earth, you weigh a certain amount, but if you could teleport to Jupiter now, it would be different. So, how did the scientists manage to weigh the Milky Way? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Asteroids aren’t as rare on our planet as we may think. About 17,000 of them visit us every year. You've probably even seen at least one in your life — for example, if you've seen a shooting star. They leave these bright tails behind them as they pass through the Earth’s atmosphere. Luckily for us, most asteroids explode 30-50 miles above the surface, but what if one large asteroid actually hit the Earth? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Summer is here, and you can make it the most enjoyable and unforgettable if you know some tips and secrets. To keep cool at night, try freezing your sheets before you go to bed. Just fold them up and put them in a plastic bag in the freezer for a few hours before bedtime. To keep the sun out, cut a pool noodle in half lengthwise and place it over the top of your car windows. This will create a barrier that will help keep your car cool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mountains don't make sounds, or do they? Get ready for this: Mount Everest has a secret nighttime symphony! And this mysterious “music” will send shivers down your spine. When darkness falls over the Himalayas, a strange eerie chorus echoes through the glaciers surrounding the majestic peak. A team of researchers embarked on a quest to unravel the mystery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We may not need to leave our own Solar System to look for any sign of life outside of Earth. Icy moons could rewrite cosmic history with oceans sandwiched between an ice crust and a hot planetary core! Something unexpected happened in 2005 – while visiting Saturn, the Cassini spacecraft flew through a fine water mist. Cassini wasn’t built to sample water, but it was still encouraging for scientists to discover something like that. And it's not the only space object that could be fit for life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With these cool facts about different countries, you will never be without a good story at a party. There are almost 200 countries in the world, and each one is unique! Some have legendary athletes. Other places are home to animals that don't live anywhere else. Some states have an unusual geographic position. And in others, people can enjoy 1,500 varieties of bread! Did you know, for example, that Brazil has won the most FIFA World Cups in history? Or that in Australia, some roads are so long and boring people install signs to entertain drivers? These signs can contain images of rich local fauna or trivia questions. They keep you alert, which can save your life in a fatigue zone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What makes Japan a unique country? It has many things in common with other Asian countries. But it's also similar to Europe and even the US in many ways. However, as an island nation with a long history of isolation, it's developed many aspects of culture unaffected by outside influence. For example, there're certain types of spa in Japan that offer Ramen Noodle baths to its visitors. The procedure is said to have multiple benefits from metabolism boost to smoothness due to collagen contained in pork broth. Wow what an experience! Meanwhile, the person who puts his/her hand on top of a handshake is trying to show you who's the boss. So a handshake isn't that simple. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all know that weight loss requires a lot of hard work. However, several studies have shown that if we change some of our habits we can actually lose those pounds without too much effort. For example, when you're in the shower, sing a song or two. A 10-minute-long concert will help you drop around 20 calories depending on how much you weigh. Or did you know that your metabolism loves a good joke and starts working more intensively? Plus, it works out different muscles, tones your tummy and boosts your immune system! If you don’t get enough good sleep, your metabolism slows down and your appetite grows strong. The exact number of calories you burn while sleeping depends on your weight and age. But taking care of your sleep quality is good for everyone. So buy yourself a better mattress, put away all your gadgets before bed, and stick to a healthy sleeping schedule! And a relaxing hot bath is just as good for losing weight as a 30-minute walk. But there are other ways to lose excess fat. We invite you to try these cool tricks to lose weight naturally. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jupiter is a planet so big that I bet you can't even imagine its scale: its radius is about 11 times the radius of Earth. But what if our planet increased in size and became just as large as Jupiter? The first thing we'd notice is a huge change in gravity. Scientists say we can actually survive on a planet with greater gravity, but only if it's less than 5 times stronger than what we have now. What would life be like on that huge new planet? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In 2004, a man from New Mexico found a strange stone 11 miles from Roswell. The rock had the same mysterious pattern on it as the crop circle in Chiseldon found several years before that. The rock rotated counterclockwise when people put the magnet next to its northern part, and in the opposite direction when they left the magnet near the southern side. Could this rock have come to Earth from a different planet? Let's try to solve the mystery of some really weird things found in different parts of the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The discovery of Titanoboa, a giant snake that lived 60 million years ago, has led to speculation that snakes could grow to enormous sizes as the Earth's temperatures continue to rise. Some snakes, like the African rock python, are already large enough to pose a threat to humans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you're afraid of insects, Australia is unlikely your dream destination. The flying and crawling beasts that live there get huge as can be. But have you ever wondered what makes them such? Warmth plays a part in insect growth, but it's not the only factor at play. The warm, wet environment creates the perfect conditions for an all-you-can-eat insect buffet, which allows insects to grow and thrive over time. Let's see what else makes them grow so big Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Almost all of us have WhatsApp on our smartphones. But do we really use its full potential? You want to change the text style on WhatsApp? You don't want anybody to see your “last seen” time? You don’t want those blue “message read” ticks giving you away? Well, you can learn these and many more interesting hacks by just having a look at your Settings tab. Check if you are aware of some useful WhatsApp tricks and tips that make life a bit easier.
For example, you can hide specific chats without deleting them altogether. Or you can hide your profile pic from anyone. Or if you have too many unread messages, you can quickly clear the count without opening and reading all of them. So, from managing your fonts to creating your own pack of stickers, here's a list of WhatsApp functions you should know about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you dreaming about moving to Mars but doubt that you can survive without the basic things like water and air? Water actually did exist there: scientists believe that nearly ⅓ of the planet was covered with an ocean called Oceanus Borealis. But over time, the climatic conditions changed dramatically, and this once endless ocean simply evaporated into the atmosphere. The Red Planet may seem to us a lifeless desert where nothing can grow. But today it’s a misconception, as there’ve been a couple of recent updates concerning the agricultural potential of Mars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine a world where instead of water, the oceans are made of methane. Instead of swimming in H2O, you'd be paddling around in fizzy CH4. Such oceans actually exist on one of Saturn's moons, called Titan. In fact, the methane and ethane on Titan play a similar role to the water on Earth: they cycle through the atmosphere and form clouds that eventually rain down onto the surface. Buy could humans survive there? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Museums have some priceless pieces of art that feel dangerously close to visitors. I mean, what if you accidentally break one of them or spill something on a painting worth millions? Back in 2010, there was this girl who was taking a class at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. While walking around, she tripped and fell right into a Picasso painting, which happened to be worth a staggering $130 million! The Museum let her go home without even charging her a penny for the repairs. But does it always work like this? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are modern humans the pinnacle of the food chain, the strongest and most intelligent creatures ever to walk this Earth? Maybe now, but once upon a time, we had some real competition: Neanderthals. Wait, like, cave people? Weren’t Neanderthals our ancestors? Nope! We came from the Cro-Magnon, which were early modern humans. Neanderthals were a separate branch of humans. Their DNA is even different from ours, so we can safely say that Neanderthals were a completely different species. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Would you like to spend one day with typical Londoners of the 19th century? You'll wake up using the services of knocker-uppers. These guys wandered the streets early in the morning and causally tapped on the window panes. For breakfast, you'd have bread, or sometimes porridge, depending on the area in England, and a barley drink which was believed to be packed with vitamins essential for another hard day. Next stop - work, but what would you wear? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to survive one month without home internet? Nah, it's not a very live issue right now. Let's talk about what would happen if you lived on the internet for a month! What would be it like to live completely online? So, imagine. Midnight. You’ve been lying in bed, scrolling your feed for the last half hour. Suddenly, one post grabs your attention. “Mass reports of people not being able to go offline,” it reads. Some sensation-hungry tabloid making a story again, no doubt. You shrug and put down the phone. Time to go to sleep. You wake up holding something in your hand. Your smartphone. Weird. You clearly remember putting it on the bedstand. You unlock it, and a post similar to the one yesterday pops up at once. “Thousands of people unable to put down their devices.” What’s that, some prank gone out of control? You press the screen lock button but nothing happens. You press it several more times, still to no effect. And then you realize you can’t move your eyes away from the screen... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you know that feeling after a long day when you think, if only I was a bird, I could fly away from all this hard work? But some animals work way harder than people do. And while we humans get a choice, of having to work hard or not, most animals have no option. There’s just no time to rest if you want to survive in the wild! So what are the hardest working animals?
For example, whether the honey bees like it or not, nature has made them into real hard workers. Every single hive is like a big, busy corporation, where every single bee has a special role to play. Earthworms spend their entire lives making tunnels in the soil. As for ants that have a reputation for being the most hard-working creatures in the world, they are ... real experts at being lazy! But the most amazing thing about these slackers is that they’re actually doing the right thing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A weird ball of fire appears out of nowhere in the sky above the Mekong River in Thailand. This mysterious phenomenon has baffled and amazed people for centuries. And if you think it's cool, what about a fire rainbow? This phenomenon has vibrant hues that resemble flames, with shades of red, orange, and yellow. And it's not the only unique gift from nature - let's discover them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One little mystery that can change our whole idea of human evolution makes this little clay doll so unique. There's an area called Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument – it's close to the small town of Nampa in southwestern Idaho. Several workers drilled a pit about 300 feet deep – that's the height of the Statue of Liberty. Then, they found a small figurine of a human the size of a dime in 2-million-year-old clay. It prompts a question: what if Homo Sapiens had indeed walked around North America so long ago? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Statue of Liberty was created by the French sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi. It took over $500,000 to build the Statue and the pedestal. In today’s money that’s about $10,000,000. The original plan was to get it ready by 1876, but the construction process turned out to be so complicated it took way longer than planned. The Statue arrived from France on June 17, 1885, in over 300 separate copper pieces.
Btw, did you know that the Statue of Liberty nearly didn’t get built, and it could have ended up in Boston? In 1983, it disappeared for a few moments. And it hasn’t always been green. And although she’s a statue, Lady Liberty doesn’t always stand still! Let’s take a look at the secrets of the most popular landmark in the world. Here are a few interesting facts you may not have known about the Statue of Liberty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In ancient times, people believed the Earth was flat and held up by three whales. Today we know about the Big Bang, black holes, and the awe-inspiring expanses of the Universe. Observing the night sky makes us feel truly humbled and tiny. Space captivates us, but using modern technologies, we can not only enjoy the stars but also can discover far-away galaxies.
Of course, the Universe is mostly just lots of dark and empty space, but that's not the picture your mind paints when you think of it. You see bright stars, huge galaxies glittering with light, colorful gas clouds, and mysterious alien worlds. We’ve collected some of the coolest facts about the universe for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It looks like any other desert at first glance. But look closer, and you’ll see… an entire underground town! Why would anybody want to live here, out in the middle of nowhere? What are they hiding, and could there be other strange cities like it? Back in 1915, a boy found an opal gemstone in the middle of the desert in South Australia. This discovery attracted attention to this place and changed its history.
As soon as the miners arrived at Coober Pedy, they were met by a harsh unbearable climate. During the summer months, temperatures can exceed 100°F in the shade! There was no place to hide from the desert heat, except… underground. Let's know more about this unusual place and about some other weirdest cities in the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Saturday evening, Mike turned on his laptop because he needed to use it on Monday and by that time it would be finally ready to function. If you feel his pain, you probably need a new laptop, too. Plus, there are some other warning signs you may need to replace your laptop. Do you feel embarrassed to take out your laptop in public because it’s so bulky? Anything that’s more than half an inch thick is a laptop that’s old. Do you have to wait for an hour for your laptop to go from sleep mode to ready? It might be a sign your laptop is nearing the end. Does it overheat? Does it sound more like a space ship than a computer? Here are 22 signs it's time for a new laptop! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From Monday through Saturday, at 5:16 P.M., a train takes off from Leeds and heads for the small English town of Snaith. At first, the cars will be jam-packed with people – the usual rush hour of a decent-sized city like Leeds. But with each stop along the way, you’ll notice fewer and fewer passengers on the train. Once you get to the final stop 55 minutes later, there will be no one else besides you. You get off the train at a station that’s equally as deserted. There are no vending machines or ticket offices, no parking lots, no taxies. It’s as if time has stood still. It’s quiet…and eerie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our planet rotates around its axis from west to east at a speed of over a thousand miles per hour at the equator! And this pattern has lasted for billions of years since the Earth was formed. But “what if” one day, our planet suddenly started to rotate backward, from east to west? It would be one thing if the Earth's continents and oceans were situated symmetrically against the equator when the change of the direction happened. In this case, the only change people would notice would be the climate, which would turn into a mirror image of the current one. In other words, there’d be no dramatic changes. But since life on our planet is rarely about symmetry, the effects of the Earth rotating backward would be way more complicated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You can find all sorts of unusual and even creepy things in your basement. One Reddit user went to the basement and found a huge bank vault there. There was this round, thick metal door leading to the bank safe. He didn't find any money or gold, but the vault was in excellent condition. As it turned out, there used to be a bank in the building, and when it went bankrupt, all it left behind was a vault. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the coldest things in the universe? No, they aren’t in Antarctica or at the top of Mount Everest but somewhere in outer space! Did you know that the lowest temperature recorded on Mars is -171°C (-275°F)? It’s super cold, but still a little warmer than we imagine thanks to Mars’ thin atmosphere. But sometimes it’s warmer on Mars than in some parts of Earth! And the highest temperature recorded on Mars is 30°C (86°F).
But hey, that's not even close to the coldest places in the universe! Have you ever heard about Sedna? It's a dwarf planet discovered in 2003. It’s so far from the Sun that it takes 10,500 Earth years to complete an orbit. Its surface temperature never rises above -240°C (-400°F)! But this also isn't the minimum possible temperature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Universe seems endless and full of unsolvable mysteries. 5 years ago, scientists found something unusual - a red elongated floating space rock called Oumuamua. It was the first interstellar object we saw passing through our Solar system. It means it formed and came outside of it, and no one knows where this weird object came from. Let's take an exciting journey through our Solar System and beyond to see some really awesome and unusual things. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3,300 a day. 2 a minute. 1 every 25 seconds. That’s how often burglaries occur! And only 13% of cases are solved because home intruders are so quick, they leave hardly any evidence, and there are usually no witnesses. So, it goes something like this: you’re back home after an exhausting day at work. You leave the keys in the keyhole and completely forget about it – right, the main thing’s that you actually locked the door.
But wait, who’s that in the bushes? It’s a burglar targeting your house and watching you! The first thing they might do is test your handle. “Hmm, it’s definitely locked. But I hear keys jingling on the other side! This will be a piece of cake!” Stop right there! No way the burglar can pick the lock if there are keys in the other side, you think! Actually, they can perfectly fine. So here's what you better know to avoid a burglary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Standing out among almost 8 billion other humans can be a real challenge. Let’s see how our species’ humungous population compares with other animals! Which animal has the lowest population? And which species has the highest population? If you like interesting facts about animals, you might want to know which animal has only ever been seen 4 times since their discovery in 1992. Or which animal is endangered in its native habitat, but has a domestic population of about 6 million individuals.
Do you know which species have the largest population of wild birds on our planet? (One colony can have up to 30 million members in it!) Or how many people will inhabit the world in 2050? Or what weighs 10 times more than all of humanity combined? Or which organisms would outweigh ALL the animals and plants inhabiting this Earth? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Animals have many ways of giving birth. Even mammals all give birth differently, not to mention reptiles or fish. For example, the female anaconda finds the deepest puddle and spends her pregnancy in it. She starves for about seven months while pregnant! Unlike most animals, the Surinam toad carries its future children not inside, but on its back. The Jackson’s chameleon bears the eggs, minus a shell, right inside her body, instead of laying them as many other chameleon species do!
So, do you like learning awesome animal facts? Let's find out what is the only male animal in the world that gets pregnant and gives birth, which animal gives birth only once in a lifetime, who can give birth without mating with another animal, what species has the largest litter size of any mammal on Earth, and many other weird facts about birth and reproduction in the animal kingdom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
They say video games aren’t good for you. They say they’re bad for your eyes, your spine, and your social life. But hey, just show those head shakers this video and prove to them that there are a lot of reasons why they’d be better off playing video games! Some people have serious difficulty reading and focusing, but those who play video games can process information more easily. They develop improvisation skills, and as a result, react much faster to unexpected difficulties. Also, online games help people get acquainted with each other, and make new friends who share their interests! But there is much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you noticed, when shopping for travel tickets, you occasionally come across prices that defy logic? All the time! For instance, you can get to your destination in 1 hour by plane or take a train for 7 hours and pay way more money! How are these fares fair? And how would you fair with these fares? And how do these passenger rail companies stay in business if air travel is faster and cheaper?! Well, trains do have their perks. The obvious benefits are catching it right in the city versus having to fight traffic all the way to the airport. You can also take as many liquids with you as you want, and there’s no stress at all if you’re afraid of flying! But the real explanations behind why train tickets cost so much have less to do with comfort and emotions and more about practicality… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our planet is home to many mysterious places you won't want to visit because it would be too dangerous, or the local population wouldn't welcome you. The Javarri Valley in Brazil is an untouched jungled area of 33 thousand square miles, slightly larger than Austria. It’s illegal for outsiders to enter this area, as contact with outside humans would be volatile to the natives' health. Heard Island is an offshore territory of Australia, 80% of it is covered in ice, and it has the country’s only active volcanoes. Here's your unique chance to see this and other territories around the world where you can't travel without a special permit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You probably heard that turning off your computer for the night can be harmful to it. But you must’ve also heard the conflicting point of view: that you actually should turn it off when not using it for long. So what’s the right thing to do then? The belief that your desktop should work all the time comes from the dawn of the computer era — the 1980s. Back then, computers were made of different materials, and frequently turning them off and back on could potentially damage them. But what about now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes, with all those clouds and no sun for weeks on end, it may seem to you that your hometown is the rainiest place on Earth. Well, there’s good news! It's unlikely. Unless you live in India, that is. The wettest place in the world by annual rainfall is Mawsynram in India. The place gets on average 39 ft of rainfall every year!
The driest place on Earth is in Antarctica! What about all that snow? Not in Dry Valleys! The biggest part of this region hasn't seen any rain for millions of years! That's a place with almost no water whatsoever: no snow, no ice, and no rain. So, yes, everything’s relative.T he world is full of fascinating contrasts and comparisons. Let's compare some other quite extreme things, and figure out the real champions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you're afraid of spiders, this video is probably not something you should watch before going to bed. This 3D animation is so realistic, it will make you feel as if you're inside a giant spider's web. You'll feel a whole bunch of emotions as the huge monster will get closer and closer to you. Do you think you can escape the web? Let's see! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If asked to imagine the Titanic, you would probably picture a giant ship carrying several thousands of passengers. And an iceberg. But nowadays, there are vessels that would simply dwarf the famous Ocean Liner. For example, the size of 9 huge whale sharks, the $400-million Dubai is one of the longest yachts in the world. The ship has a 33-ft mosaic swimming pool, helipad, circular staircases, numerous Jacuzzis, and a dining hall for 90 people!
Stena Hollandica is one of the world's largest ferries. The ship is as long as 13 megalodons - long-gone, giant sharks! The ship can carry huge loads: for example, 10,600 male African elephants. Oil tankers Esso Atlantic and Esso Pacific, launched in 1977 and broken up now, were two of the world’s only seven ships that could carry more than half-million tons of load. Both tankers were as long as 4 soccer fields and could transport 10 Titanics. Interested? Let's see at the world's largest ships! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Buckle up - we're going on a journey to outer space. Don't worry - you don't need any special preparation as it will all happen inside a simulation room. Your mission today is to experience gravity on different celestial bodies and share your observations. Our first stop will be Mercury. Be careful, it's really hot here. But now it's time to move on to other planets! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you’re out at sea, you generally know that danger may come from sharks, maybe manta rays, but mostly box jellyfish, which are much more abundant. And let’s admit, it almost never crosses your mind that a pretty shell you’ve found on the seafloor while diving might cause you harm. And yet… it can. Have you ever heard about the cone snail? It’s a small sea creature with a beautiful conic shell. But if you see it, never, ever touch it. Cone snails are some of the most venomous sea creatures in the world!
Other most dangerous creatures on Earth are as unlikely as snails. Poison dart frogs, for example, have enough venom under their skin to take care of 8 adult humans. And if you happen to be in South America, you should know to avoid kissing bugs. It’s a species of assassin bugs. Now that’s much more sinister. Another scary creepy crawly is the innocent fire ant. Not so innocent with the number of people they bite: if you so much as step into their territory, fire ants become exceedingly aggressive. So, in today’s video, we’ll share with you some of the most dangerous creatures in the whole world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you often pick up hitchhikers on the highway? While some of them are fun travelers, others might be after you. The scam typically starts with a person posing as a hitchhiker, who flags down a car on the side of the road. They may claim to be stranded or in need of a ride to a nearby town or city. And it's not the only roadside trick you need to be aware of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If there was an award for Best Actor among swindlers and crooks, they all would have lots of prizes and trophies. Sometimes even the most common situations can be thoroughly planned by scammers so that you will have no idea that it's all fake. For example, someone watching your home can ring the doorbell pretending to be from one of your utility providers. In fact, their goal is to take a look inside and familiarize themselves with the house!
Or picture this: you’re in a parking lot. Just as you’re backing up, you hear a loud thud. You get out, and someone’s on the ground, clearly upset. They’ll say you broke their expensive phone or watch, or that you injured them. They’ll tell you they need compensation, or they’ll call the police. What should you do? We gathered tricks that crooks use in big cities and found out how we can protect ourselves to avoid fraud. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes, it may seem that you know all the secrets of the modern world - after all, you CAN and DO use the Internet! But then you accidentally find out that the first photographs took 8 hours to expose or that Mount Everest isn't the closest point to space. That's when you realize the world might not be that simple! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you make a snowball and try to set it on fire, the thing won't melt. The snow will first turn black. Then it'll start to vanish – but you'll get no water. So where's the water gone? Why doesn't snow melt under fire? And why does the snow turn black over the flame? The answer's surprisingly simple! It's another round of cool random facts from Bright Side! Like why some eggs are pointier than others? Or what happens to a star when a black hole eats it? How about this one: how many skyscrapers could you stack in the Mariana Trench? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine that you weigh just 1 pound. You'd feel very light, but life would become much harder. Tapping “likes” on photos would take much more than just tapping. You’ve been scrolling Instagram feed, but it feels like you’ve run 6 miles on a treadmill. You leave the apartment and take the stairs because the elevator simply won't work if you weigh less than 30 pounds. The weather outside better be warm and without strong wind. Otherwise, it may blow you away. And you better turn off vibration on your phone. With your mass, it will be tantamount to a minor earthquake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Football, or soccer, is one of the most popular sports in the whole world, and millions of people are following the World Cup. If you're one of them, you know a player can get a yellow card or a red card. But did you know managers and coaching staff can also be handed the infamous cards? It's even possible to get a red card before a game even starts! And that's not the only unexpected, weird rule the game has. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you see a cute dog in the street, your natural instinct is to pet it. But not dogs are safe to approach, and some are on duty, so you should not bother them. Dog owners came up with the color-coded bandana system to let you know whether you should keep your distance or you can go and say hello. A white bandana, for example, means that the dog either has a hearing or sight problem or is totally deaf or blind. Now, how about we take a look at the colors of the rainbow in a row? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to fall asleep fast? Everyone sometimes gets into a situation where falling asleep becomes really difficult. If you have anxiety or if you're stressed before an important event, falling asleep and staying asleep might be a problem. And it can be even more difficult to fall asleep before midnight when you used to stay up late. But there are some techniques that can help.
Did you know, for example, that the blue glow from the phone screen blocks the hormone melatonin, which reminds your body when it's time to sleep by making you feel tired? Stop using your phone at least an hour before bedtime. If you need to calm down your nerves to get some good rest, try to write your thoughts in a diary for 5 minutes before bedtime. These and some other methods will help you slide into the dream world of Morpheus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you're a soccer fan, you probably know that the first FIFA World Cup game in history took place on July 13, 1930, in Uruguay. Only 13 countries decided to take part in the tournament, and they had to travel for days to reach South America. Did you know that Romanian King Karol II was such a huge soccer fan that he made it his first and biggest priority to get his national team to play at the FIFA World Cup? Qatar is set to host the first winter World Cup in history, and it's going to be the most expensive FIFA event ever. All stadiums will be fully air-conditioned, and the prize money for winners will be $42 million.
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FIFA trophy was initially named Victory and was a gold-plated sterling silver sculpture of the Greek goddess of victory Nike. The trophy was passed over from winner to winner until 1970. That year, Brazil won the World Cup for the third time and got to keep it. They would have never seen the original trophy but for a black-and-white mongrel named Pickles, who saved it a couple of years before. But that's not the end of the amazing stories that happened to the trophy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Just 40 years ago we had around 17 minutes to escape a burning building. Today, we’re down to 3 minutes, and that’s in the best case. Fire has become faster, and we have the furniture in our homes to blame. Nowadays, it’s made of synthetic materials that burn faster, hotter, and give off toxic gases (compared to the natural materials homes used to be filled with).
By the way, do you sleep with your bedroom door open or closed? The thing is that about half of home fires happen at night. If it ever happens to you while you’re sound asleep, a closed door could be a matter of survival! A closed door gives you back the precious time you need. It stops fire from spreading into your bedroom as fast, and you stay safe for a while. But still, you need to get out ASAP because the door can’t protect you forever. Let's find out how to stay safe during a house fire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine you’re zipping through space, feeling like a futuristic superhero, when a shooting star passes by your side. But wait - is it really a star? Unfortunately, shooting stars are not stars at all. They are small space rocks, known as meteoroids, entering Earth’s atmosphere and creating a stunning light show. Let's debunk some other popular space myths we've all seen in movies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Outer space is full of rare things and phenomena that will always impress people. And astronomers turn up new surprises every day. Nuclear pasta, moon-moons, nebulas that resemble butterflies, and a star that looks eerily similar to the Eye of Sauron. There are a lot of strange objects in space. Have you ever heard of a planet where it rains glass or an ice planet that's burning?
Did you know that there are mini black holes? (Unlike their massive siblings, hypothetical mini black holes could be really tiny - not bigger than an atom). Or that about 4,000 light-years away from Earth, there's a planet that seems to be one enormous diamond? The planet is denser than any other discovered so far and consists mostly of carbon. Interested? Let's take a journey to the most amazing and bizarre places found in space! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every sound you hear comes to you in waves. They start from a vibrating object, like guitar strings, vocal cords, lightning shaking the air, and creating thunder! The number of waves that reach you in a second is the frequency. It’s measured in hertz. The more of those waves you sense, the better your hearing is. For example, octopuses can't hear at all, but they can still pick up vibrations of 400 - 1,000 Hz. Elephants have a wide range: between 17 - 10,500 Hz. They can even hear the sound of approaching clouds! Humans have a typical range of 20 - 20,000 Hz – anything higher than that is considered ultrasonic. Where you stand will depend on your age. Cows hear almost 2 times better than humans do, sensing a range of 23 - 35,000 Hz! Btw, they say cows produce more milk when listening to classical music! So let's find out how different animals hear and who’s got the best hearing in the animal kingdom! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How many hours does the average person sleep? We spend about one-third of our lives in bed. That’s around 33 years. But only 26 of them will be taken up by precious beauty sleep. The other 7 are spent on just trying to get to sleep. That’s not surprising considering nearly half of all people have sleeping problems. So, yes, you spend really big part of your life sleeping. But have you ever wondered how it compares to working, relaxing, or watching movies? We decided to figure out how much time we spend doing things in a lifetime. Did you know, for example, that you’ll probably spend nearly an entire year of your life just looking for your keys or glasses? Or that we spend more than 90% of our lives indoors? But I guess this could be good news for anyone who likes their home comforts. And while true love may last a lifetime, we only spend about a year of our lives doing romantic things! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you ready to see some of the scariest photos in human history? Well then, let's start with the photo showing fifteen females who were workers at a linen mill. If you take a good look at the photo, you'll see that there's an extra hand that doesn't belong to any of the ladies there. In our second photo, you'll see a young lady holding a glowing apparition between her hands – it might almost make it easy for you to believe that magic is real. Let's see what's the catch here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let’s take a trip to one of the weirdest places in the world. Shani Shingnapur is like no other place on Earth. Let's find out why. Well, first, you’ll fly into New Delhi, the capital city. You land and grab another flight to Pune. It’ll take about 2 hours. From there, you hop a train and travel another 4 hours to Rahuri. Finally, a taxi takes you the remaining 17 miles.
After a day of traveling, you’ve reached the destination. It’s early in the morning, the sun hasn’t even risen yet. You drive through the village, and nothing seems out of the ordinary. But that’s when it hits you: there’s not a single door or window on any of these buildings! Well, maybe those ones are abandoned, no longer in use. But…so many? Have you just arrived in some ghost town? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If your teeth aren't as pearly white as you'd like them to be - no worries! Back in Tudor England, you'd pass for a super-rich and noble person. Back then, sugar was available to the wealthiest ones only, as it was imported from faraway countries. The more sugar people consumed, the blacker their teeth were, and it was a fancy attribute of a rich lifestyle, just like designer bags today. Did the people back then have any other unusual traditions? Let's see! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you like mysterious stories? Then check this one out. It all started in the Russian Empire over 100 years ago. Photography was already a thing back then, so there was nothing special in someone taking pictures of various historical buildings. Everything was quiet until very recently. A group of researchers noticed a small figure standing in some 20 photos. Researchers decided to investigate it, and soon they managed to improve the quality of pictures so much that the figure became quite detailed.
It was a girl of about 10 years, always appearing in the same clothes and standing with the same posture in every single photo. She’s wearing a white overcoat, a broad-brimmed hat, and boasting a long braid that’s always resting over her left shoulder. But the most surprising — if not sinister — feature of hers is that she’s never smiling... Most of the photos were anonymous, with just a few of them bearing cryptic initials: F.E.A. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you afraid of swimming? There are some pools in the world that will definitely not help you overcome your fear. Crocosaurus cove offers the unique experience of swimming with saltwater crocodiles just a few inches away. Located in the Market Square Plaza in Houston, the next pool on our list dangles over 500 ft. above the pavement, and its floor is transparent. In Ubud, Bali, you can swim in the pool right in the jungle - would you want to try it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine a suit that fits you perfectly, doesn't wrinkle for years, repairs itself, is waterproof, has air conditioning and heating, and protects you against damage and radiation. And it's all for free. You're wearing it now. This is your skin. The human body is a beautiful and mysterious machine. We collect the most interesting facts about the human body, and today, we're going to figure out how the human skin works.
So, your skin consists of three layers: the Epidermis, Dermis, and Hypodermis. The epidermis is the uppermost layer of your skin. This is your personal waterproof armor that protects the body from bacteria and damage. The lifespan of this armor isn't long, but the old cells are completely replaced with new ones after 4-6 weeks. By the way, half of the dust found in your house is old skin cells! Yuck!... But let's go deeper and find out what your skin is made of, why it's so sensitive, why the skin on your scars looks a little different, and some other interesting facts about the human body's largest organ. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Even if you're a rich person now, you could have grown up in poverty and may maintain a poor person mentality. Unfortunately, not all people can call their childhood cloudless. Some of them had problems with their families, others — with money. And even if their parents’ financial difficulties were short-lived, the memory of these times stays with many people forever. In this video we're trying to figure out which habits reveal that a person grew up in a poor family. From the habit to choose the cheapest meal on the menu, to the habit to keep the expired goods. What else is on the list of poor people habits? Spoiler: some of them will surely surprise you, like feeling guilty about freebies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Right now, a bunch of things is going on inside your body. And perhaps the most important of them is the work of your nervous system. Pinch yourself now. The place you’ve just pinched has lots of neurons, just like anywhere else. When you pressed the skin, they flared up and sent the information about pain to the brain, which reacted by sending back a message that it hurt. It all happened in less than a millisecond, but the signal traveled several feet there and back!
So, have you ever wondered how the nervous system works? And why is it so important? How about to look inside you and figure out what it’s doing and how? Well, the most important nerves are going through your spine and brain. This thick cluster of nerves is called the central nervous system, or CNS. It’s responsible for everything you do. Can you imagine that? Absolutely everything! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
An average car has a suitcase-sized engine weighing around 300 pounds. A jet engine is a couple tons heavy, and several people could fit inside. But the most powerful engine out there is the size of your fist and weighs no more than a can of soup. It’ s the human heart… How does it work?
The human heart is essentially a big muscle that’s constantly at work. It beats 100,000 times a day, close to 40 million times a year, and over 2 billion in a lifetime! With each of those beats, 1/3 of a cup of blood moves through the heart. In a day, that’s up to 2,000 gallons! Any other engine would break down under such loads. But not the incredible human heart! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So you're sitting in your car at that intersection, waiting for the light to change from red to green when you think, “Hmm, why green? Why not blue or purple? Why are things colored the way they are — and how many ways can you answer that question before this light changes? Did you know, for example, that before 1905, taxis were red and green? Then, Albert Rockwell introduced a model with a 15-horse-power engine that became the standard. He painted it in yellow because… his wife liked that color! And maintaining marital bliss is a good reason for anything! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here's a scenario: all water on Earth turns into hot lava and starts 'eating up' our planet. What happens next? Would any living being survive? And how do you stop this flow? Let's explore.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you ready for a treasure hunt? Let's see what other people find while mining for some inspiration. Tanzanite is a stone that's more valuable and expensive than diamonds, which became popular after Tiffany and Co. began to use it in their jewelry. You can only come across red beryl on a mountain in Utah. "Virgin Rainbow" opal is valued at $1 million and was discovered in 2003 inside an ancient cuttlefish skeleton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Out of the 7.7 billion people on this planet, 5 billion use a cell phone. And still, so many of us don't know how we can make our gadgets serve us as long as they're designed to. Is it ok to let the battery run completely out? Should you ever power your phone down? Should you take it out of your pocket before doing laundry? Here are some cellphone do’s and don’t’s to extend your favorite gadget's life to the max. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to behave in a foreign country? When going on a trip, experienced tourists learn information about the etiquette rules and the sights of the country they are going to visit. Because if you don’t know the subtleties of the rules that the locals have, you might find yourself in an awkward situation. You could give someone the wrong gift in China, or offend your cab driver in Australia by sitting there quietly minding your own business.
Yes, there are some local customs that can confuse even the most experienced travelers. Of course, it’s impossible to be ready for everything and learn all the etiquette rules of other countries. This is why locals forgive a lot of the mistakes that tourists make. But the people that don’t want to look rude have to follow all the rules as carefully as possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most trips start at the airport and there are many aspects that travelers have to take into consideration, starting from baggage drop-off and up to border control. Today we decided to share some time-tested advice from experienced travelers and reveal what items you shouldn’t take to the airport so you don’t spoil your trip right at the very beginning.
Did you know, for example, that no sports equipment is allowed onboard, be it a fencing foil, a bat, or even darts? Darts are sharp, and sharp objects aren’t allowed on board. The same applies to bowling pins. The security services claim it can be used as a club, which can be dangerous. Or possibly the air crew doesn’t want anyone having fun in the aisle during a long and boring flight! Here's the full list of items you can't bring on a plane in your carry-on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you ready to take a look at some of the most mysterious and exciting mountains in the world? Let's imagine a mountain that keeps growing every day: there's a real mountain like that in Canada. Mount Conner, also known as Attila and Artilla, is another flat-topped mountain, but it's horseshoe-shaped. The next geological wonder is located in China and is called the Rainbow Mountains. Mount Kinabalu is in Malaysia, and it is home to many creatures, like orangutans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our planet always knows how to surprise its inhabitants: it displays fire rainbows, nacreous clouds, volcanic lightning, black holes, and water sprouts. These amazing natural phenomena are awe-inspiring - but very rare. On the bright side, they're still something you can witness in real life! The world is full of all sorts of mysterious sights, and it's exciting to know that we haven't seen everything in the world yet.
Did you know, for example, that three or four times a year, you can see a huge bright ball in the night sky? A supermoon is 13% bigger and 30% brighter than a regular full moon. You can see this phenomenon when the Moon reaches its perigee - the closest the satellite comes to Earth in its elliptical orbit! Or have you ever heard of a harvest moon? Giant and orange, it appears in the sky close to the beginning of fall. Nature does have a way of astonishing us! And here are some of the most uncommon wonders in the Universe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fire tornadoes, tiny algae that destroy sea mammals, birds, and turtles as well as creatures that feed on them, and bubbles that underwater volcanoes produce even while they’re sleeping are some of the scariest natural phenomena are happening somewhere right now. It seems that modern science has an explanation for everything that happens around us. But as it turns out, nature has a lot of other tricks up its sleeve.
For example, when frozen methane in the Siberian permafrost melts, it transforms into gas and boom – there’s eventually so much of it the ground explodes! It leaves behind huge craters, changing the eco-system of tundra. And no one knows when it’s going to pass the “point of no return.” So, let's take a look at the most amazing and scary natural phenomena and anomalies. Some of then still can’t be explained by scientists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Animals touch us all. We feel pure admiration when watching them, and no one can stay indifferent. However, we could never have imagined that some of the nicest ones might actually harm us. For example, we all adore pandas. They look so innocent and helpless that they became a symbol of peace and kindness. However, you'd better not mess with a panda. The same applies to dolphins. They definitely have a high intellect, which, unfortunately, sometimes seems to be not so harmless.
Can you imagine anything cuter than slow loris? It might look cuddly, but if it perceives you as a threat, it’ll start snuggling into one of its elbow pits — and that’s a cue for you to get away, fast. We also see elephants as kind and naive creatures. But elephants are easily made nervous, and contrary to the popular myth that they see humans as “cute,” like we do puppies, they actually don’t: for them, we’re mostly a threat. So here's a list of the cutest yet dangerous animals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Found something weird while cleaning the attic in your grandma’s house and don’t know what it is? Google images and Internet strangers are ready to help you find out if it has any value and is worth keeping. One guy found a jar of gold powder in his grandfather’s attic and asked Reddit what it could be for, and there was an answer for him. Other weird things you can find might also have a practical use or be worth some good money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you ever notice that the toilet paper color is usually white? But it turns out that colored toilet paper popped out on the shelves in the 1950s. You probably don’t care about the decorations when it comes to their toilet paper, but these patterns are actually a marketing tool to make the paper look more aesthetically pleasing. Moving out of the toilet and into the street: have you ever wondered why are the traffic lights red, green, and yellow? A lot of things you see or use every day have their secrets; let's find out more about them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You're sitting at home watching TV, when suddenly, a tornado warning comes out. You run outside to hide in a bunker and hear a familiar sound. Your cow Betty needs your help, and you can't leave her behind. The next thing you know you're inside the tornado vortex with Betty. This 3D animation is so realistic you'll want to get out of the vortex alive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We rarely think about how interesting and unique our bodies are. Did you know, for example, that your brain holds about 25 million gigabytes? Or that we do have a 6th sense? Or that by adulthood, you produce about half a teaspoon of tears a day? The longer humankind lives, the more secrets people discover about one of the most mysterious organisms: the human body. We mostly learn facts we never expected. And the more facts we gather about ourselves, the more discoveries we want to make. So let's find out the coolest aspects of the human body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you often travel for pleasure or business, you spend a good deal of time at hotels. Hotel rooms are supposed to be the epitome of cleanliness! At least you hope so. But in fact, the objects you’d never think could be dirty are the biggest sources of germs. Hotel staff are required to disinfect the obvious stuff in the bathroom like the toilet and sink, but more obscure items get cleaned less often. The hairdryer, the carpet, lamp switches and TV remotes are only some of the objects on the list. Let’s see what else you should try to avoid touching in a hotel room. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You look at your pooch and notice a sort of a pocket on their ear. You get worried and start googling this feature. But no worries. It actually has a name - Henry's pocket, or, more scientifically, cutaneous marginal pouch. It's nothing dangerous and might be there to help detect high-pitched sounds. Let's explore this hidden feature any pooch has and 30+ incredible true facts. Like why a phone is 10 times dirtier than a toilet handle? Or how can flamingos be actually white in reality? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A lot of amazing places in the world aren't popular tourist destinations because it's difficult to get to them. Or maybe because they are too scary? For example, North Yungas Road in Bolivia is one of the most picturesque — and the most hazardous roads in the world. Over 200 folks tumble to their demise each year on this devious mountain climb, and the absence of any guardrail doesn’t help at all.
If you’re more into walking, consider the Hussaini Bridge in Pakistan. It’s officially the most dangerous hanging bridge in the world. It’s a long and nerve-racking traverse over Lake Borit, with many planks of the bridge missing and the whole construction creaking ominously in the wind. So, today, we've prepared a list of the creepies but really beautiful locations in the world. Most tourists have even never heard of them. If you’d like your holiday to come with some thrills, these places are just for you. Otherwise, steer well clear! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the most dangerous sea creatures? Okay, we talked about it before. But did you know you should avoid some sea creatures which sometimes show up on or near the shore? Let's take orcas, for example. They’re apex predators of the ocean, meaning they’re the biggest and baddest hunters out there that have no natural enemies. And when hungry, they’ll easily jump out of the water to catch birds right in the air, or even go ashore and surprise attack land animals close to the water.
Or imagine lying on a beach and seeing a fish climbing out of the water next to you, stretching its fishy limbs, and going about its fishy business without actually returning. That’s a climbing perch for you: these critters can switch from gills to lungs to breathe and can live without returning to water for up to six days. And now, the horror: tiger sharks, which are among the fiercest ocean predators, can hunt land animals too! In short, if you're looking for the most interesting animal facts, you're at the right place! These facts are sure to amaze even the biggest animal lovers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Mariana Trench is the deepest and probably the most enigmatic place on Earth. Whatever that means. Bizarre creatures, such as deep-sea anglerfish, frilled and goblin sharks, barreleye fish, hatchetfish live in a crescent-shaped trench in the Western Pacific. Just three people have ever descended down the Challenger Deep in the southern end of the Mariana Trench. There, at a depth of almost 11,000 ft, vents are bubbling up carbon dioxide and liquid sulfur.
But did you know that there are places no less mysterious and creepy than the Mariana Trench? If bizarre places with a notorious reputation don't frighten you, how about visiting the Bermuda Triangle? This is really one of the weirdest places on Earth and some people even believe the mythical city of Atlantis lies at the bottom of the triangle. They claim its inhabitants use extraterrestrial technologies to sink ships and crash airplanes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever seen volcanic lightning, frozen bubbles inside the lake, or burning liquid sulfur? The world is full of miracles and all sorts of mysterious sights. Isn't it exciting to know that we haven't seen all the natural phenomena in the world yet? Our planet always knows how to surprise its inhabitants and nature has a very rich imagination. But we usually don't even think about the incredible things that surround us.
For example, imagine you're walking on a desolate plain, nothing but dry cracked ground under your feet. No plants, no animals – just tall mountains off in the distance. As you’re walking in the quiet solitude, you notice a trail. It looks as if someone was dragging a heavy bag for hundreds of feet! It leads you straight, then gently curves to one side of the other, sometimes even makes zig-zags! Finally, you see the source of the trail, but it only adds more mystery... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to protect your home from burglary? Every year there are about 2½ million burglaries – that’s one every 13 seconds! Yep, even your own house can't be completely safe and protected from intrusion. But thieves usually tend to examine the properties they want to break into before actually doing it. That way, they can determine if it’s a place that’s worth robbing and if it would be safe to go through with their plans. So if you have that gut feeling your house is a target too, here’s what to look out for to confirm your suspicions, and what you can do about it!
Well, before breaking in, burglars try to learn as much as they can: if you have an alarm system, what kind of doors and windows you have, if you have a dog, and so on. If you feel uncomfortable about weird questions some stranger asks you, casually mention that you’ve recently installed a super expensive home security system, your dog is nuts, and your partner is a cop. Oh, and your mother is a deputy sheriff at the local jail. But there are some other tips to prevent a burglary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's time to clean the attic again, and it's not one of your favorite things to do? Well, you might find some really valuable vintage things there, and then it's definitely worth the effort. Old-school typewriters from brands like Remington or Hermes can fetch you hundreds of dollars. A vintage Sennheiser mic sold for almost $160, and it wasn’t even working. Video game consoles and games from the 80s can help you big time, especially if they’re unused or rare editions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you thinking of changing your place of residence and looking for cool inspiring ideas? Let's take a look at the most unusual houses in the world. Jule's undersea lodge is a converted underwater research laboratory in Florida. The slide house, located in Japan, was built with the motto: Why walk when you can slide? And they aren't even the most unusual buildings on our list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What does zero mean to you? Do you think it's just "nothing"? But have you ever wondered what our world would look like if you took away zero just for a day? Btw, you might be surprised to learn that zero hasn’t been around forever. Yes, we used to live in a world without it! It was invented in India during the 5th century. But why did it take humanity so long to understand something as basic as “zero”? You can see those 3 birds perched on a tree branch or those 2 bees flying around your 1 can of soda. But zero? The absence of something? You never see it, never think about it because it’s not there for you to perceive! Yet zero is so incredibly important… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most of the fat you lose gets converted into carbon dioxide and leaves your body through your lungs, people walked on the Moon several decades ago, but their footprints are still there, and it rains fish in a small town in Honduras every year. The world keeps on surprising us with insanely weird facts that give us the heebie-jeebies. And there`s still so much more to learn! No matter how many books you read, there is always something that can totally change your perception of even the most ordinary things. Giant ice balls and mushrooms, getting an X-ray to buy a new pair of shoes, quacking dinosaurs, and cats that don't appreciate dog food! Yeah, go figure! Well, get ready for these interesting facts and more to change the way you see the world! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Just one innocent question about the vastness and awesomeness of the Universe can make dozens more pop-up in your head. Can stars turn into planets? What are stars made of? Can a black hole swallow a star? Thanks to new technology, spacecraft, and probes, scientists accumulate new data about the Universe and the Solar System on a daily basis. Today we know about the Big Bang, black holes, and other galaxies. How about learning more about stars? Do you know, for example, that out of the hundreds of billions of stars in the Milky Way, we won’t see an absurd majority of them? They’re either hidden by something or too dim to be visible. In a clear night sky and without any light to pollute the picture, you’ll be able to see around 3,000 stars. Some other objects you may see are planets, distant galaxies, satellites, or even the International Space Station. Interested? Then here's another compilation of surprising facts about space! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You go to bed and travel to the magical world of your dreams. It’s a safe place to live out our deepest and darkest fears. But regardless of what common knowledge says, it’s not where all things are possible. For example, you’ll most likely never dream of your smartphone. And you’ll have a pretty hard time trying to run. Why, though? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our planet is over 70% covered by water. And out of all that H2O, two of the biggest bodies are the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. These massive stretches of salty goodness are home to some of the world's most fascinating creatures, from the tiniest plankton to the largest whales. While we may have given these oceans separate names, they are constantly mixing and mingling with one another, regardless of how we chose to draw our maps. So they meet, but do they actually mix? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Artificial intelligence may be scary in movies, but in real life, scientists are using the power of AI to revolutionize our world. There are many ways to use AI for the better, including in biology. And here comes the idea of de-extinction. We’d have to use things like artificial intelligence, digital memory, and data analysis. Thanks to them, we can bring back the DNA of extinct species. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Whenever you hear about ancient ruins, you almost never picture them being suspended somewhere, or just randomly hanging on the branch of a tree, right? In fact, for most of the ancient artifacts we have exposed in museums all over the world, archeologists did quite an impressive amount of digging! Ancient cities had a habit of gradually raising their ground level like a kid adding toppings to their ice cream sundae. But how do archaeologists know where exactly to dig? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Black holes can swallow up entire stars and planets, bending the very fabric of space and time. But what if Earth were to be caught in the grip of a black hole's event horizon? What would we see before the inevitable end? First, we'd reach an event horizon. It’s like a “point of no return,” an invisible boundary that marks the edge of a black hole. So, does our planet have the slightest chance of survival? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You ever walk into a room just to forget where you were going or what you were looking for? How about finding your car keys in the fridge or the dog’s food in your cereal bowl? Sounds like you could use a brain boost. There're some really great ways you can train the old thinker! Did you know, for example, that automated actions stall your brain since it’s not taking an active part in what you’re doing? Or that solving math problems doesn’t even rack your brain as much as learning an unfamiliar tongue? And if you have a sweet tooth, this one’s for you: chocolate contains an important amino acid that helps your brain process things faster and with more efficiency! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It turns out that our planet has been through some rough times more than once. Ice ages froze it over, followed by cataclysms that overheated it instead. But still, life clings on, and here we are, at the top of our shape. It all happened over a span of millions of years. The Earth would freeze over, then thaw, and then cover with frost again, only to emerge warm and welcoming once more. So, it seems this process is quite natural: it’s a cycle of life on Earth. But scientists have recently noticed that Earth has been warming up too fast. Measures are already being taken to slow down the warming process. But it can’t be stopped altogether. Is it a bad omen for us? Let’s explore! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Approaching the shores of Sicily, you're enjoying the views. The wind brings pleasant coolness, and you anticipate your vacation. But suddenly, the boat shakes, and you lose balance. You look up and see a huge plume of black smoke rising above the Etna volcano... And then … all volcanoes on Earth start erupting at once. Almost immediately they bring disaster to their surrounding areas with hot lava and rockfall. As soon as that stops, smoke rises into the atmosphere, and ash starts falling to the ground. It looks like snow, only black. What will happen next? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The biggest log cabin in the world was known as the Forestry Building and was built in 1905 in Portland, Oregon. The interior of the cabin held 54 giant, unpeeled logs, and some of them were 6 feet across. And then, one night, almost 60 years later, is burnt down in only 15 minutes. Luckily, there are other constructions made of timber around the world that you can still visit today. For example, check out The Great Eastern Temple in Japan from the early 8th century or the world’s tallest wooden building, located in Norway.
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There was a man back in 1964 who was able to predict the future accurately as if he saw it with his own eyes. The man’s name was Arthur C. Clarke. He spoke about how we would be able to contact our friends anywhere on Earth. He told a tale of how a person would be able to conduct business from Haiti or Bali as if they were in London. What other predictions did he make, and did all of them come true? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you use toothpicks after every meal? Your loyal helpers have been around for ages! Clever researchers have found hints that Neanderthals and early Homo sapiens were hardcore toothpick enthusiasts. During the Medieval period, when life was all castles and chivalry, folks flaunted their upper-class status with gold or silver toothpicks elegantly tucked away in snazzy cases. What is the most modern and safest version of this smart accessory? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are some unique places in the world where you'll think your brain is playing tricks on you. At Hoover Dam in Nevada gravity seems to play with us. Try this experiment if you ever happen to go there. Pour water from a bottle over the dam. You will witness that instead of going down, the water will start flowing upward. Let's discover some more places that seem unreal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You got your fingertips when you were still growing in the womb. That unique pattern stays with you for your entire life. If you’re a construction worker, especially a bricklayer, or have to wash dishes by hand, you might lose some details in your beautiful natural pattern. Otherwise, fingerprints never change. Sounds like they were made to prove your identity, and that's why bad guys do it.
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Did someone put a rubber band on your doorknob? If this ever happens to you, you should call the cops immediately. Someone in your neighborhood might be trying to rob your house! This technique became frequent back in 2016, but some burglars might still be trying to use it. And that's not the only use for rubber you didn't know of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you use taxi services often enough, you might know that taxi drivers have secrets they don't tell their passengers about. For example, if an airport taxi driver assumes that you're a tourist, they may decide to give you a sightseeing tour you haven't asked for. Some taxi drivers can start the meter not when you climb into their car, but as soon as they arrive to pick you up. So let's figure out what things you should pay attention to while getting into a car, why you should check your valuables before leaving a taxi, and why it often takes taxi drivers so long to pick you up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Airplanes may be a marvel of modern engineering, but unless you're flying first-class it isn't what most people would call glamorous. For many, the biggest problem is how crowded airliners can get. But believe it or not, there was a time when flights rarely left more than half full. How was this possible? It might be hard to believe in a world where you must book your flight months in advance, but there was a time when you could simply drive to the airport on a whim and go almost anywhere you wanted. If you were lucky, you might even get the whole row to yourself! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If just 1 inch of rain fell over an area of 5,000 acres, the amount of water would be enough to fill almost 3-and-a-half million 40-gallon bathtubs! Imagine all the bubble baths! But what would happen if all this rainwater gathered in one gigantic raindrop and fell to the earth? So, it's a stifling day in the middle of July, and you're staying outside, trying to catch a breath of fresh air. Suddenly, you spot a dark cloud growing on the horizon. "Finally," you think. "I wouldn’t mind a cool shower!" But then, as the cloud is coming closer, you notice that it doesn’t look like a regular cloud. For one, it's too big. And secondly, it's narrower at the bottom and spreads wider at the top... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In movies, birds can casually pick up people and carry them across huge distances. But do birds have those heavy-lifting superpowers in real life? One of the strongest birds on our planet is the harpy eagle: they've been recorded to tackle up to 40 lbs. Owls are equally as strong, and the great horned one is among the toughest birds out there. The biggest type of falcon on Earth is the gyrfalcon: it may weigh somewhere around 3 lbs, but it can lift up to 5 lbs! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The universe is full of marvels, and the black hole star is one of the most impressive ones. It’s a supermassive force that can bend the laws of physics, and a true enigma for scientists to unravel. No wonder science fiction writers find them so captivating! But how is it possible that the star is born from a black hole? And what's more, how do they continue to coexist together? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever wondered if you’re a musical genius? With this test, you’ll be able to figure out if you’re the new Mozart or if you’re in desperate need of some music lessons. Grab your headphones and good luck! We'll start with measuring your pitch knowledge. If you’re the type of person that sings out of tune to your favorite songs, you’ll learn a lot from this. But if you’re pitch perfect, well then just go join a musical already! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you afraid of thunderstorms and lightning? It can penetrate your room and then flies back through the walls. It's a real natural phenomenon called Ball lightning. And you're fortunate to be alive after meeting it. Perhaps that ball lightning occurs as a result of a lightning strike on the ground. Another theory says that glass can generate these balls. But how dangerous are they? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Grand Canyon is like a history book of the Earth, where you can travel back in time just by looking at the rock layers. But here’s the mystery: one billion years' worth of rocks has vanished without a trace! It's called the "Great Unconformity" and it has baffled scientists for over 150 years. Some scientists think that the rocks were washed away into the ocean during the violent breakup of Earth's ancient supercontinent. But was it really so? And does the Grand Canyon have any other secrets waiting to be uncovered? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mother Nature is caring, loving, and providing, but sometimes, she is also terrifying. These Reddit users have seen her dark and spooky side. They have been through the worst. And fortunately, they all lived to tell the tale. So, are you ready to face it and learn about her chilling, uncanny secrets? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every year, the local newspaper and television in Urbania, Italy, publish a strange weather forecast based on onion wedges. And it's not the only unusual old-school way to predict the weather. The legend goes that you can determine how harsh the next winter will be by looking at the woolly bear caterpillar's color pattern. Have you ever heard of the saying: when ladybugs swarm, expect a day that’s warm? This is actually true. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Half the world spends two to six hours a day on social media, and those numbers keep going up. A lot of the credit goes to Steve Jobs, the inventor of the iPhone. But when you picture Steve, make sure it’s with his head up, addressing a crowd, looking into someone’s eyes, or exploring the world, not bent over the little screen so many of us hold in our hands. Steve Jobs was the least likely in any crowd to be gazing at social media! He didn’t use Facebook, and he didn’t use Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cookies under the entrance mat, beads spread all over the floor, invisible paint smeared on door handles – sounds like a naughty dog has been in your house, or a starter pack for when you're home alone during the holidays! But these and other unusual tips can protect your house – or at least let you know it was visited while you were away! And remember that most break-ins occur in the afternoon when people are at work or school. Burglars feel safe because their chances of getting caught or identified are low. Still, before getting inside, they watch houses for some time to figure out if they're empty. By the way, one of the things they pay attention to is cars parked in driveways. So if you have an old vehicle you haven't gotten rid of yet, make it useful! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Someone you like is about to talk to you? Oh no, you're already blushing and about to faint! Important interview? You can't say a word without a hiccup or nervous laughter! But maybe if you learn why this happens, you'll get yourself out of an awkward situation next time. For example, for some people talking is a powerful stress reliever. That's why the best they can do when they are nervous is just mumbling or a stream of consciousness that’s clearly not showing their bright side. It takes some skill to deal with that, but it's possible. And we're about to tell you how. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you're a football fan, the game is exciting to you as it is. But it can get even cooler: during a match between Austria and Denmark, a mysterious hole popped up from nowhere and stopped the game. The players were furious but also confused by this weird deep hole, much like in "Stranger Things." It was deep enough to consume a player's ankle. On top of that, the match was delayed by 90 minutes due to a power outage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each of us has to use public bathrooms once in awhile. We might not like them or feel uncomfortable about them but we still go there and use them. But have you ever wondered why toilet stall doors rarely reach all the way to the floor? It turns out, there're several reasons for it and I'm gonna explain all of them to you. In this video you're also gonna find out why "push-to-enter" doors are the most common ones in public bathrooms. Partially it has something to do with the fact that people are usually in a way bigger hurry when they enter the bathroom than when they exit... But not just that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The first pyramid in Antarctica was observed by the British Antarctic Expedition in the 1910s and kept secret for a long time. The mystery was soon enough deciphered by scientists: these formations are just mountains. Antarctica has way more incredible features, like the fact that it’s the home of 60 to 90% of the world’s fresh water. At some point in our planet’s history, Antarctica had the same average temperatures as the city of Melbourne has today. Let's discover more of its secrets and mysteries.
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Titanic fans, this one is for you. You probably know your favorite movie by heart, but have you ever wondered how much of it is actually true? Jack and Rose never fell in love on board the real Titanic. There was a real J Dawson on the luxurious ocean liner, but he was a crew member, and his full name was Joseph. Yet, some parts of the story going on on the screen were real. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sports fans, are you ready for a journey to see the world's weirdest stadiums? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that plants can talk? Well, not in the way we do, but they emit high-frequency sounds as loud as our conversations. What if your plant is thirsty and is trying to let you know about this? Unfortunately, these sounds are too high for our ears to hear, but insects, other mammals, and even other plants might be able to hear them. But it turns out that sounds you can't hear can hurt your ears. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Great Pyramid at Giza is twice the volume of the Houston Astrodome, a gigantic multi-purpose domed sports stadium. The largest American flag is one and a half football fields long and an entire football field wide. Each star on the flag is 17 ft high! The largest creature that's ever taken flight on our planet weighed more than a piano. And its wings were longer than 6 queen-size beds! We're keeping to amaze you with interesting facts about this world. Today we're going to talk about the biggest things on Earth.
Do you know, for example, what's the world's highest uninterrupted waterfall? Or which plane can hold 50 cars? Or that there's a haul truck that can carry the weight equal to more than two fully grown blue whales? The average person wouldn't even reach the top of a vehicle's huge wheel. The giant's almost twice as tall as a giraffe! Let's measure and compare the real sizes of different objects. Some of these cool facts will definitely impress you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes ordinary things are worth looking at from a new angle because many of them have hidden features people don’t know about. Some details may look just like design ideas but they actually have a certain purpose. Even regular items like a red Solo party cup or a box of chocolates can really surprise you. And some everyday objects can be used for different purposes.
Did you know, for example, that detachable headrests in a car can be used to break the windows in case you get stuck in? Or that bath foam isn’t only for fun or a nice smell? The bubbles keep your bathwater warm for longer! Or that condiment cups at some fast-food places are supposed to be used like plates, not bowls? We've collected the most unexpected facts about things we all use every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With almost 5 billion people using the Internet these days, it may seem hard to find information that will make you go "Wow!" That's why it's so amazing that there are still some facts that can surprise even the most knowledgeable people on the planet! Do you know, for example, that Earth once had not one but two moons? Or that animals try to stay clear of power lines? Or that there are more than 24 time zones in the world? Many time zones have only a 30- or 45-minute difference from the neighboring ones. So, guys, remember to tell us in the comments below about the time zone you live in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Well, if you want to finally get a puppy, go on vacation, and borrow a car from your dad – all you need to hear is one magical word. 'Yes.' No matter how hard it may be to get an approval, you will be prepared for everything after this video. Do you know, for example, that people won't trust you if you hide your eyes from them? Even if you're talking with someone you don't know – make a note on their eye color first. This will give a reason to establish eye contact and also make a compliment! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can you imagine an elevator that has no doors and doesn't stop? Paternoster was a highly questionable invention intended for making it comfortable to reach even the highest floors. This lift would move slowly in a loop, went up and down, and never stopped. For those who like to do things their way, like putting on makeup and doing their hair before taking a shower, there’s a weird vintage invention too. There were many other weird inventions which thankfully stayed in the past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to tell if someone is in your house? And what to do when an intruder's in your home? First, let’s make sure there really is someone in the house. But you should be very quiet in case there’s a burglar. Look outside the house to search for traces. Can you see anything suspicious? Is there an unknown vehicle close to your house? Maybe you can spot some footsteps or a broken window? Was the fence gate open? There might also be hints inside the house. But be careful if you’re looking for them: make sure you can’t be seen. Maybe there’re some lights off that are usually on. Or maybe there’s some mud on the floor that wasn’t there before. Listen carefully to the sounds. Maybe you can hear some footsteps or movement, or the creak of a door. If it looks like there really is someone in your house, your next step is to try to get out of the house to be safe. Most break-ins happen when a house is empty, but it's always best to be prepared for the worst case scenario. Here are some safety tips about how to handle this frightening situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can you live on a yacht? And if so, for how long? And what's it like to live on a yacht? Living on a boat might sound romantic at first. Clean ocean breeze, shining sun, peaceful quiet... But be ready to say goodbye to most of your favorite things. Small boats have very little space, and life at sea is not for pack rats or claustrophobes. You’ll probably bump your head a lot at first, especially if you’re tall.
Okay, after a few years at sea, you can get your dream yacht! A stroll on that massive deck will give you plenty of exercise and me-time – some can be as long as a football field! But no matter how cool your vessel is, the Internet can be an issue anywhere when sailing. A cell signal and Wi-Fi connection are an option for those who plan to stay within about 5 miles of the shore. But if you want to venture out in the sea, then whatever ship you’re on – no calls, no texts, no social media, none of it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Around 80% of all animals on Earth are insects, and it's no wonder there are so many myths about them. Let’s see if you can guess whether these amazing insect facts were made-up or are real. Cockroaches can run on 2 legs just like humans. A full moon makes mosquitos bite 500% more active. Only male mosquitoes bite — does it sound real? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Los Angeles... City of Stars and the world’s longest rush hour. So much so that the average time a driver spends in traffic delays is around 100 hours per year. Blizzards, extreme fog, or accidents are solid reasons for traffic jams, but sometimes there’s no obvious reason. First, traffic slows down, then it stops entirely. Whom should we blame for it, and can we solve the problem of traffic jams?
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Imagine you're having breakfast at home and wave at the passengers of a plane passing by your house. You live on the 739th floor of X-Seed 4000, an entire city contained in one massive skyscraper. It sounds unrealistic right now, but one day it may become a reality. The current record holder when it comes to height is the Burj Khalifa, with 163 floors. The engineers had to drill 192 holes under the 110,000-ton concrete foundation of this massive construction. So, what would it take to finish a project which is way more massive than that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When cell phones first appeared, they were really bulky and expensive. These early phones consumed lots of power, so they needed really big batteries to run. Plus, electronic components were also pretty large in those days. Besides their brick-like bodies, they also had long external antennas to reach the cell network.
But as time passed, electronic parts became smaller, and battery capacity increased enormously. Internal antennas appeared, and phones became thin and light as the overall technology improved. A 3.5-inch screen seemed okay to most people, and we thought it would stay that size forever. But nowadays it’s hard to find a smartphone that has a screen smaller than 5 and a half inches. Modern smartphones just keep getting bigger. So why are we now using smartphones that resemble tablets, if we already know the ways to make them smaller? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever tried putting salt on fruit? You heard me right: it is a common thing in different cuisines across the world. In Mexico, they like to spice up mango and citrus fruits with salt and chili powder. You can try mango with a shrimp taste in the Philippines and salted watermelon in the Southern states. With the first bite, you notice the salty flavor, and the sweet fruity taste is then slightly delayed. Let's discover more unusual tastes and combos from around the world.
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Smartphones have long been a part of our everyday lives. But have you ever wondered how much you actually don't know about your phone and its history? Do you know, for example, the name of the most expensive smartphone in the world? Do you know why phones only have female voices? Do you know if a smartphone can really explode? Or how to tell if your phone waterproof?
By the way, do you use your phone on a plane? When they had just begun to be sold in stores, lots of experts worried that the radio signal in a phone could disrupt the electronics of an aircraft. No one’s sure if this has ever really happened on a flight, though. So why are there still restrictions on using phones inside airplanes? In short, as mentioned in the title, we are going to talk about some cool facts about smartphones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do flies sit on humans? Well, like you, they get thirsty? So, they drink your sweat. Why not? Your sweat teams with proteins and salts and you are not using it. Now you think this is weird and gross? But did you know that they also love to eat your flaking skin cells? And you can never catch those pesky critters! They experience time differently. Unlike the 7 dog years to 1 human year formula, scientists haven’t worked out fly-time yet: but suffice it to say that while, for humans — time flies, for flies — humans operate like romantic movies… in slow motion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scientist have been long promising us they could stop aging altogether. But what if someone you know could live for 1,000 years? Here's why humans keep evolving and what seemed impossible just yesterday could be our life already... Thanx to technological inventions, better nutrition, more available clean water, and a huge progress in medicine, people are already living much longer today than they used to 150 years ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
More than 50% of the population in the US are affected by dandruff. Dandruff can appear at any age; however, it's more likely to do so when a person is between 20-30 years old. Such an inconvenient condition can usually lead to a dry scalp, hair loss, and have a negative effect on your self-confidence. Of course, those little white flakes can be embarrassing, but dandruff is more serious than a lot of people think. It can be caused by an underlying issue, be it a dry itchy scalp, a poor diet, or even stress! Yep! In 2007, a group of French scientists studied the connection between stress and seborrheic dermatitis, which is one of the most common causes of dandruff. In the end, they found that these two are, in fact, connected. Stress weakens your immune system, so it can’t fight fungal and bacterial infections as well as it should. There are countless ways to reduce stress levels in your life. Just do more of what makes you happy. And instead of reaching for yet another overpriced shampoo, how about trying some all-natural ways you can be free of the flakes without breaking the bank? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You might have seen these animals, but you've unlikely imagined they could be millions of years old! Tuatara might look like a regular iguana at first, but it’s literally a living fossil since it’s been around for about 250 million years. Jellyfish have been present on our planet for over 500 million years. Chinese Giant Salamander can grow to be bigger than an adult person, and it's been roaming our planet for 170 million years already. The sea lamprey is ancient parasitic fish that lives in the western and northern Atlantic Ocean. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We are so used to power that we forget that it isn’t even a century old. In 1925, only half of all US homes had electricity. Without it, nothing would be possible today. The light in your room, the refrigerator, store signs, and credit cards: they all need electricity to run. So, how did people live without it? Did our cities lie in complete darkness? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The great day is finally upon us — the record-breaking hole-boring team is finishing their job today! Spectators have gathered from all parts of the continent just to look at the greatest borehole in the world, and even the Guinness World Records commission is officially dumbfounded. The hole is more than 1,000 miles in diameter and goes almost as deep as the Earth’s core — no one achieved this depth before!
But wait, what’s going on? People all around suddenly begin fainting. More and more of the spectators fall unconscious on the ground, their faces white. Did the diggers hit some dangerous gas pocket? Oh no, we’re getting messages from all over the world that people start falling just where they stood! So this is the scenario you get if you dig a hole in the ground deep and wide enough to fit the whole atmosphere inside it. So how deep can you dig a hole? And what's the deepest human-made hole in the world? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When Opel presents their new car models, journalists always want to know where the sharks are this time. Opel does hide images of those cute sea monsters in their vehicles since 2004. The Zafira minivan came with 3 sharks inside the cockpit. Sharks also got home inside the Adam city car and the Astra hatchback. The exact location of those cuties remains a secret even from Opel's design top management. This is just one of many secrets your new vehicle might be hiding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine that people would have to migrate to the ocean. The first thing we need to do is build underwater cities. Famous auto brands create stylish submarines and closed boats with filtration systems. Clothing brands create stylish diving suits. And what about fish? They'd take the place of people! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cat lovers, rejoice: this video is dedicated to your favorite creatures on the planet - the glorious felines. Let's find out some rare and interesting facts about cats. Sand cats are unique because they are the only cats living primarily in the desert. Their superpower is that they don’t leave any footprints behind. Did you know that the oldest known pet cat existed 9,500 years ago? Stay tuned for more cool cat facts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let’s get it straight from the get-go: all water is already salty. Salt appears in seas and oceans thanks to rivers, which bring minerals from land with them. Rivers are considered fresh themselves only because their levels of salinity are much lower: movement doesn’t allow the salt to collect, and rains replenish them with fresh water. So technically, what we drink is not exactly fresh — there’s some salt in that water anyway. But if, for some reason, all water in the world became much saltier, we’d be in big trouble.
Let's take the Dead Sea, for example. The level of salt here is much higher than in any other reservoir on the planet: there’s so much of it that water would keep you afloat without any effort. But this curious effect is the only positive thing about it because almost no life is possible in such conditions. Only the sturdiest of bacteria can survive here: there’s no fish, no marine mammals, and no sea birds over the lake’s surface. Needless to say, if there was this much salt in every water body in the world, complex life would’ve never appeared in the first place. So what if all water on our planet was salty? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey, you know that piece of paper they give you at the airport? It gets scanned, and then you toss it in the trash. Yeah, boarding passes! There are plenty of reasons why you might wanna hang onto that thing for your next trip. Okay, you may not be a celebrity or a billionaire CEO jetting across the world. But what if someone is tracking your movements for some sinister reason? They might be planning to burglarize your home? Or, even worse, they may want to pry into your private life! Btw, all your payment information is in the boarding pass barcode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to cut your electricity expense? First of all, if you wanna lower your energy bill, unplug your phone charger when you leave home. Yep, it continues to use energy. And it’s not the only one in your home! Turn down your thermostat. Just one or two degrees won’t make a difference for you but will certainly reflect in your electricity bill next month. You can save up to $50 a year if you simply unplug your TV, laptop, kettle, and anything else that you usually leave on standby. Even when these appliances are turned off, they still use a small amount of energy. And don’t scrimp on energy-efficient appliances. They might be more expensive to start with, but they’ll save you hundreds of bucks on electricity bills during their lifetime. So, guys, if you're looking for foolproof ways to save electricity, check out these tips! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brilliant inventor Nikola Tesla tried to build an ideal modern world at the very beginning of the 20th century. The scientist wanted to create a unique system capable of sending electricity all over the world without wires. To do this, in 1901, he began building one of his most ambitious projects – the Wardenclyffe Tower. His plans included building about 30 towers and installing them all over the world. Why didn't it work out in the end? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if you had animal hair? Imagine you wake up one day feeling hot and itchy. Your blanket’s on the floor by the bed, the sheets all crumpled. An itch behind your ear is becoming unbearable. You raise your hand and scratch it. It feels funny. Whatever - you're too sleepy to deal with it at 6:30 in the morning. With a grunt, you get up. You shuffle to the bathroom and bend over the basin to wash your face. As soon as your hands touch it, you freeze. You lift your eyes and look at yourself in the mirror. Your mouth falls open, and you shriek. You're covered in animal fur all over, even your face and palms! The fur isn't as soft as a cat’s - it's more like a dog's coat. Shocked, I get down to my morning routine... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bermuda Triangle is a large area in the Atlantic Ocean between Florida, Puerto Rico, and Bermuda. This region is notorious for its mysterious phenomena. Huge amounts of ships and planes have disappeared here. How many creepy stories about the disappearing of airplanes and ships in the Bermuda Triangle have you heard? We guess many. And here's another one. In 1880, the Ellen Austin, a big ship, left the port of Liverpool to make its trip to New York. The ship was carrying a load of people hoping to find a better life in the New World. A few weeks, they found themselves north of the Sargasso Sea, known for its lack of winds and strong circling currents. Worse still, the area belonged to the notorious Bermuda Triangle.
One day, the Ellen Austin lost its speed one day and fell adrift without the winds. It was fine, though: they had ample provisions and were still on schedule. Captain Griffin was walking around his ship, giving orders. But then, the lookout shouted from above that a ship was in sight. As it came closer, it became apparent that the way the strange vessel moved wasn’t right. The captain frowned and examined it through his spyglass. The schooner was untouched but eerily silent. There wasn’t a single soul on board... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Agatha Christie is the most translated writer of all time - her books have been enjoyed in over 100 languages. She’s also been featured in the Guinness World Record for the thickest book – a one-volume edition of the complete Miss Marple stories. Her own life could be a great plot for a detective story. Despite her lovely family life and her growing writing career, on Friday, December 3rd, 1926, Agatha simply disappeared from her home. The newspapers at the time went wild: it was the perfect plot twist for a crime novelist’s life. Where did she go, and was she found? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our world is full of places you wouldn't believe are real for architectural or natural reasons. Built above a gorge in Qingyuan, the place is a treat for those who love iconic and seemingly impossible architecture. What if I told you you could walk in the sky? The south-American country of Bolivia holds a unique little-known jewel: the Uyuni Salt Flats, which looks like the world's biggest mirror. Antelope Canyon is one of those bizarre places on Earth that seem too otherworldly to be true. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I'm sure you've heard of Nikola Tesla, the inventor of electricity. And you've definitely heard about the Great Pyramids in Egypt. But what if I told you that Tesla may have probably uncovered the ancient mystery surrounding the pyramids? He read numerous books about these ancient structures and was blown away by how much energy they seemed to have. At that time, not many people knew much about electricity, and Tesla started to wonder if there was some kind of advanced tech hidden in the pyramids. What he revealed might shock you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you expect the world to end in 2012 because it was supposed to happen, according to the Maya? Not really, and it looks like the scientists finally cracked the mystery of the Mayan calendars The Mayan cycle was much longer than our year: 819 days. And this is where the mystery begins. 819 days compared to what? When does this calendar begin, and when does it end? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jet lag happens when you cross several time zones while traveling from west to east or vice versa. It's hard for your body to align its internal clock to a new time zone – that's why you experience all kinds of annoying symptoms, from headaches to a loss of appetite. Your meal and sleep schedules are all messed up, you feel lively at night and groggy during the day... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SUMMARY: - Right before take-off, you should go to "Settings" on your smartphone and choose the Airplane Mode. Then, you re-enable Bluetooth by choosing "On" in your Bluetooth settings. - If your AirPods are running low on battery, you can use just one earbud at a time! Keep one of them in the charging case, and listen to music or whatnot through the other. - You can find out who's calling you without having to look at the screen of your phone! Choose "Phone" in your Settings, and tap "Announce Calls." - Unfortunately, AirPods aren't water-resistant. So don’t shower with them. - The "disconnection problem" may occur because of the dust and dirt stuck inside. - You can set up "Find My AirPods" in the "Find My iPhone" application so that you never have to rummage around your place trying to locate them. - You can still use your AirPods even if your phone wasn't produced by Apple! Examine the back of the charging case - see that small, flush button? You can use it to pair your earbuds to an Android device without any problems! - If you have second-generation AirPods, you can chat with them. Well, not with them, obviously, but with Siri. - You can change the name of your AirPods! Just choose "Bluetooth" in your phone's Settings, find the blue letter "i" with a circle around it near "AirPods," and tap it. You'll see the box saying "name" - that's where you can type any name that fits your earbuds the best. - If your AirPods are inside the case, and the lid is open, the green light means that your AirPods are fully charged, and amber indicates that less than one full charge remains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you're getting ready for a flight, two main things you might be worried about is how to stuff all your travel essentials into your modest-sized suitcase and how to get through the security screening as fast as possible. Interestingly, both of these things depend on how carefully and thoughtfully you pack your carry-on and checked luggage. Do you know, for example, that if you don't charge your laptop before the flight, it may be confiscated? Packing an electric brush in your carry-on may land you in trouble at the security check. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space fans, rejoice! The James Webb Space Telescope has discovered something absolutely amazing – a star-planet hybrid with very strange clouds. This bizarre world, called VHS 1256 b, is actually a brown dwarf. Those are bigger than planets but too small to classify as stars. They emit some light of their own and are quite hot. Is the new discovery dangerous for us? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You’re at home, scrolling through the feed, watching some videos, when the power suddenly goes out! No big deal, the phone’s still working until the battery runs out. But sooner or later, you’ll wonder… why won’t the toilet flush with the electricity out? It’s not like commodes are plugged into an outlet right there in the bathroom wall. When you push the flush handle, a large flow of water rushes from the tank into the bowl. It works just by the force of gravity if your house has a gravity-fed waste removal system.
While gravity is always at our service (unless your toilet’s in space), there’s one problem with no power: the tank doesn’t get filled! Actually, the way your plumbing works depends on your water source and where you live. For example, the plumbing system in high-rises is so complicated, there are even legends about it. One of them says, if all the toilets were flushed at the same time, it could take down the building! Let's figure out how a toilet works and what kind of toilet myths there are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If we managed to swap time and space, the whole Universe would turn into a chaotic collage of many historical events. Imagine drawing a light bulb on a sheet of paper. Then grab one more sheet and draw how it lit up. Right now, it’s just a small circle of light. Another sheet — the circle of light is growing. We see how over time, the light has grown from a small dot to a large circle, and it looks like a cone - a light cone. So, what will happen if this cone approaches a black hole? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
During the recent years, scientists made two breakthrough discoveries about our universe. Thanks to new technologies, we’ve looked into the distant past... and we’ve learned something that can change our understanding of the universe forever. We unveiled the first color image from the James Webb Space Telescope. It’s a mind-bending photo capturing thousands of ancient galaxies. This "oldest documented light in the history of the Universe" dates back over 13 billion years. But what does it mean to us? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For a long time, scientists believed that Mars was indeed a "Red Planet". When it's far away from us, Mars appears as a tiny, twinkling red dot in the night sky, like a glowing ember in a sea of stars. But as it gets closer to Earth, it becomes more visible. So its reddish hue becomes more apparent. But is it really red, and what other secrets is it hiding? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Wild Wild West has taken over people’s imagination since Hollywood created its own version of what it was like to live the cowboy life. This included crowded Saloons, bounty hunters, and wearing a lot of leather clothing in extremely hot weather. Of course, Hollywood’s version of the West was more fictional than it was real. The day-to-day lives of the real American cowboys were a little less eventful than that. But it was still full of fascinating stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lost in the woods. I’d never thought it would happen to me, but here I was, standing all alone in the grove not far from my home, watching the last rays of the sun disappearing. And as they fell on the ground beneath my feet, I saw something that made my heart jump to my throat and stay there. Fingers. Five of them, black and gnarled, with bluish-gray nails, poking from underneath some stump nearby. I couldn’t scream, but thankfully, my legs turned me around and carried me out of the woods. I didn’t care where I’d end up, I just needed to get away.
Luckily, by some wild chance, I ran in the correct direction, and soon saw the opening in the trees and a familiar glade. In some 15 minutes, I was home, still shaking. I took a cup of tea and turned on my phone to search for answers if there were any. It didn’t take me long to realize, with relief, that what I saw was Xylaria polymorpha — a species of mushrooms otherwise known as Dead Man’s Fingers. By the way, it turned out there are many weird and scary plants in the world. Here's a compilation of the spookiest ones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How heavy can a human get? When the heaviest man in the world was just 12 years old, he already weighed 294 pounds. By the time he turned 22, he weighed 500 pounds! It took over 12 people and a custom stretcher to move him. And he's not the only unique person: let's look at the guy who had hiccups for 68 years, slept for 11 days straight, or was taller than the tallest NBA player in history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The human body is unique. It’s a very complicated mechanism that still has a lot of secrets scientists have been researching for centuries. But why don’t we try to figure out what the capabilities of our body are, and how far they can stretch? Did you know, for example, that people can distinguish more than a trillion smells? You tend to remember odors better than sounds or images. That's why smells can evoke distant memories. Your bones are designed to be used a lot every day. Some of them can absorb the force of two or even three times your body weight. That's impressive, but your teeth are even stronger! When you bite something, they can withstand incredible pressure - up to 200 pounds! By the way, the enamel is considered to be a part of your skeletal system. We find every aspect of human beings to be fascinating and we’re excited to share some interesting facts about the human body with you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered what would happen if all electricity and water were shut off? We love strange and scary what-if scenarios, and we decided to imagine such a situation. So, picture this: You and your friends go out of the club and call a taxi. Ten minutes later, you’re all riding in comfort to your homes. From the corner of your eye, while chatting with your buddies, you register that street lights are out already, although it’s 3 a.m. and still dark outside. The taxi drops you at your house and speeds away. The driveway is dark as well. Everyone’s probably asleep, no wonder. You walk to your front door. The motion-sensitive light doesn’t turn on. Now that’s weird. The bulb must’ve blown. You don’t turn on the lights in the hall, take your shoes off, and tiptoe to the bathroom. You turn the bath tap, but all it does is gurgle and let out a few grimy drops, and then it goes quiet. Wonderful! No light, no water — the best end of the night ever... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You wake up in the morning and realize you're inside a board game. The main task is to survive... your actions? Panicking is useless, but all the survival skills you've learned might come in handy. Quick decisions, fast problem-solving and willingness to defeat any dangerous creature, even a dragon - that's what you'll need. Let's see what it's like to survive in 8 different board game scenarios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Although Willy Wonka was a completely made-up story, the famous chocolatier could have had a real-life prototype. His name was Milton Hershey. He was determined to become successful in his favorite business - chocolate-making. Despite several failed attempts, he never gave up on his dream. And when he earned his millions, he still remained a kind and caring person. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How much is a trillion? Yeah, this number is already insane, but it’s just our starting point. Try to wrap your head around the fact that one trillion seconds is 32,000 years. And from here — let’s go further. There are 3 trillion trees on our planet. Compare that to 7.8 billion people and realize how insignificant we are in our own world.
6 trillion miles is a distance more or less equal to one light year. That’s how far light — the fastest thing in the Universe — travels in a single year. And that’s not even close to the nearest star apart from the Sun. A human body consists of 37 trillion cells. Each day, you lose from 50 to 70 billion of them, and they always get replaced by other, new ones. The largest known galaxy in the Universe, called IC 1101, consists of about 100 trillion stars. That's really impressive! But what numbers are higher than a trillion? What do you know about quadrillion, quintillion, sextillion, and other absurdly big numbers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some animals are super cute, but some are so dangerous you'd rather never meet them. Poison dart frogs are one of the most toxic species on our planet. They come in a range of bright colors: blue, green, yellow, orange, and red, to warn all the predators that might want to come after them. Saltwater crocodiles' attacks are more frequent than those of sharks! Hippos seem quite relaxed as they chill in the water, but they actually attack humans even more than leopards and lions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Skateboarding is winning people’s hearts all over the world and has now even made it to the Olympics, but the sport hasn’t been around for as long as you might think. Skateboarding appeared in the 1950s and was actually invented by surfers. The first skateboard was made of wood and was flat, red, and had steel wheels. After the first competition, the sport got so popular that the same year 50 million skateboards were sold. What makes skateboarding so popular with millions of people? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's never too late or too early to take up a new cool hobby. Around 1955, Emma Rowena Gatewood left her home in Ohio with nothing but a pair of Keds sneakers, a blanket, and a raincoat inside a homemade denim bag. Mrs. Gatewood was 67 at the time, and this was her first hike. Christian Thomas, aka Buddy, is the youngest person to hike the so-called "Triple Crown." Buddy was 4 when his parents moved to Boulder, Colorado, and started taking him on hikes to 14,000 ft high peaks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the most savory and spiciest food? Well, first of all, do you know what the Scoville Scale and Scoville Heat Unit (SHU) are? They were named for scientist Wilbur Scoville in 1912 for measuring a chili pepper’s pungency and heat. For example, sweet bell pepper is called so by no chance: it’s the most innocent of the pepper family. It has zero Scoville Heat Units.
Pimento pepper is otherwise called cherry pepper. It’s sweet and only mildly spicy, measuring only 500 Scoville Units on the Scoville Scale. There are 79 different varieties of Thai pepper, but all of them range from 50,000 to 100,000 on the Scoville rating. The hot and mighty Carolina Reaper — the absolute champion of hot peppers. It’s a current record-holder for being the spiciest pepper in the world. Measuring at almost 2.2 million Scovilles, this pepper would probably burn your tongue through. But it's still not the hottest spice! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scientists were looking at a list of gas clouds when they saw something strange - five groups of blue stars that were not quite a galaxy and not a known type of star cluster either. These groups of stars are called "blue blobs," and they’re located in the Virgo galaxy cluster. How did these blue blobs form if they didn’t have any nearby parent galaxy where they could form? Scientists realized there are some heavy metals present in these blobs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So, we keep telling you about the most unusual places in the world. The coal mines of Centralia, Pennsylvania is really one of the strangest towns on Earth. It was based on coal in all senses: it stood on a coal mine. People dwelling there were happy, and nothing seemed to disturb their peace. They had a good job in the stable coal industry that was powerful enough to overcome even serious economic disasters.
The flourishing industrial town had only one, but quite an acute problem. There was way too much garbage, and its quantity would grow at breakneck speed, spreading bad smell and attracting rats. In May 1962 authorities decided to get rid of all trash by simply burning it to ashes. They were sure this method could make their hometown clean again. One thing they couldn’t foresee: the fire burned on the surface yes, but beneath it too... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you feel like royalty? Well, there is the throne on which most of us sit every day, in the temple of calm and tranquility. Yes, it’s the toilet. It's believed that a person spends two months to three years of their life on the toilet. It's not a little, come to think of it. So let's look at some facts about the most sacred place in the house. Yep, there are a lot of interesting toilet facts you might not know! For example, the Hang Fung Gold Toilet is the most expensive toilet on Earth. It costs $5 million, and it's made out of solid, 24-carat gold. It works, but nobody has ever used it. But there is a toilet more expensive outside the Earth. The ISS has a toilet worth $19 million! You need to strap yourself to the seat to use it. Yeah, no gravity. Then how does it work? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine you’re stuck on the slopes of Mount Everest. There’s no one to help you for frozen miles around, and you can’t move for some reason. Although you’ve sent a distress signal, the night has already fallen, and you’ve lost all hope. But then, out of the cold darkness, a beam of light blinds you. It’s a rescue helicopter, coming for you at last. Despite weirdly popular opinion, this situation is possible. Tricky, granted, but rescue helicopters do fly at night. The myth about night flight operations might have appeared because of one fact: helicopters are really difficult to fly. And that’s a real problem that can preclude a chopper from flying at night. But it depends on many more factors than just poor visibility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Contrary to popular belief, men are no less interested in fashion than women and they spend even more money on clothing than ladies do. A survey says that the difference in costs is around $10 per month. You might think that this is immaterial until you realize that it adds up to 120 bucks a year. We try to follow trends, so we have something to suggest to you. We collected the most common mistakes that men make with their style. It should help you to always be on top.
Did you know, for example, that there are many shoe mistakes that many men should avoid? Like sandals and socks together or square-toed shoes either. By the way, pointy toe shoes also won’t make you look elegant. They’ll make your feet look gigantic and probably a bit clownish, especially if matched with sweatpants. Well, suits are possibly the best outfit for any man. But the main thing about the suit is the fit. So, men's fashion is a tricky thing. Let's find out more about it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chinese scientists recently discovered an unusual crystal on the Moon. They found out that this crystal contains an element that can literally replace nuclear fuel. These crystals were formed as a result of volcanic activity, just like some garnets on the Earth. And yep, the place where they discovered these crystals also suffered from volcanoes... 1.2 billion years ago. Are they dangerous for us down on Earth, or could we make good use of them? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We dive back in time and into the oceans over half a billion years ago. Watch out! It’s not Megalodon or giant sea reptiles like Mosasaurus you need to look out for . It’s a bizarre, unearthly looking creature called anomalocaris.
It looked like a nightmarish cross between a shrimp and a modern-day centipede. Two tentacles protruding from its face, each lined with razor-sharp teeth. This thing was about the size of your leg, and it had an insatiable appetite for other animals!
Prehistoric times were filled with plenty of other monsters and bizarre dinosaurs you've never heard of! I'm talking, a dinosaur that looked like a goose, was taller than your house, and with giant clawed arms that make those of the T-rex look even more bite-sized!
That and more in this list of jaw-dropping, spine-chilling prehistoric animals! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In 10 years from now, you’ll be a completely different person! Well, at least your skeleton will be. Next time you’re tuning in to your favorite song, try to pay some attention to your heartbeat. If you listen closely, you’ll notice that sometimes your heartbeat may synchronize with the rhythm of the song. Have you ever noticed that your fingernails grow faster than those on your toes? These are just some of the many awesome body facts you didn't know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey guys! If you're curious about some of the world's weirdest planes ever built, watch our new video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You've seen them in movies, and you were probably happy they are a thing of the past. But what if dinosaurs manage to go back to life for some reason? Since most of us only know a few select species of dinosaurs thanks to Jurassic Park, the first thing we need to do is to be able to identify who’s who. Ask yourself: can I tell apart a harmless herbivore dinosaur from a carnivore one that can eat me? The answer to this might save your life.
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Hawaii's Mauna Loa volcano is awake after a 40-year snooze! Mauna Loa is not the only volcano that might cause trouble, though. Did you know that underneath Yellowstone National Park lies one of the world's largest volcanoes? While Yellowstone is stable right now and hasn't displayed any unusual seismic activity lately, if it were to erupt, the aftermath could be pretty bad. There are around 1,500 active volcanoes on Earth. What would happen if they all erupted at the same time? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You're traveling to New York City and, of course, you want to see one of its main symbols - the Statue of Liberty. You take out your drone and prepare to fly it over the statue to get the best possible footage. Stop right there - there's a Federal Aviation Administration ban on it. National and state parks, sports arenas, and airports are some other places where you shouldn't take your drone for a spin. In other countries, there are drone-free cities, like Paris, for example. But where can you legally fly a drone?
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Image hearing music coming straight from your mouth. This is what happened to an American actress Lucille Ball who just got a new lead dental filling. A week later, on her way home from a shoot, she started hearing things again – but this time, it was something resembling the Morse code. Alarmed, Lucille reported this to the authorities. Then, they found a logical explanation for the strange sounds... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you want to become one of those people who always have some amazing random fact to share and impress everyone else, this collection of facts about the world is for you. Just 20% of laughter is caused by jokes and funny situations. Humans are just one of the world's 8.7 million estimated species. An apple is almost 20% air: that's why it floats when placed in the water. Pluto was discovered in 1930 and lost its planetary status in 2006. How many of these facts did you know? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would you do if one day you found an egg that would turn out to be a dragon's? What would you name your new pet? Would you be able to train it? Where would you live with it? All dragon fans must have answers to these questions, but if you don't have them yet, here's your chance to see how this what-if scenario can go. And yes, dragons could be real if you believe it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If some of those potatoes you left in your pantry turn green, will they still be safe to eat? When these vegetables come in contact with direct sunlight, they turn green because of a little thing called chlorophyll. To prevent potatoes from turning green, you'll need to store them in a dark and well-ventilated area. There are some other food secrets that will help you always eat safely and stay healthy. The way you organize your food in the fridge also matters, so let's learn more about that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you ever notice that the toilet paper color is usually white? But it turns out that colored toilet paper popped out on the shelves in the 1950s. You probably don’t care about the decorations when it comes to their toilet paper, but these patterns are actually a marketing tool to make the paper look more aesthetically pleasing. Moving out of the toilet and into the street: have you ever wondered why are the traffic lights red, green, and yellow? A lot of things you see or use every day have their secrets; let's find out more about them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you want to see some mysterious glowing lights of unknown origin, head straight to Michigan. The first reports of the mysterious light appeared in the 1960s. A group of teenagers was walking at night along a country road surrounded by forest and noticed a strange glow ahead. The mysterious phenomenon has given rise to many rumors and legends. Some say the light comes from a swinging lantern held by a railway station employee. But what is the real origin of these lights? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How well do you know your favorite food? Messed up Kit-Kats ended up in a large blue bin to go through a “reworking” process. Rhubarb stalks are safe to eat, while its leaves are kinda toxic because of the oxalic acid they contain. If french fries have black spots on them, it's not anything bad and it doesn’t mean these fries are not suitable for eating. Learn about this and other secrets of food you eat every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do you know about your body? These 17 Facts About the Human Body Will Send Chills Down Your Spine. These amazing facts may still be hard to swallow, but you will absolutely be all ears to hear about them. Did you love science at school? Let's face it, only a handful of us had the stomach for learning all the scientific stuff back then by heart. Today's topic will be easier to perceive. What is more, it will be much more exciting. We have 17 jaw-dropping facts about your body that may still be hard to swallow and digest, but you will be all ears to hear about them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Survive Natural Disasters. Here’s a list of survival tips that can save your life in an emergency. We live in a time when natural disasters occur more and more often and get more and more devastating. Many of us believe we should blame the human race for that. Whether it’s true or not, we all want to know how to survive when those disasters happen.
Some rules are universal for most natural disasters. A national campaign called Ready was started in the United States to inform the population about how to get ready for and survive in different emergency situations. It recommends having a basic survival kit to provide you with the most important things just in case. Remember you will need to have enough food, water, and other supplies for at least 72 hours after the disaster. “Other supplies” include a battery powered weather radio, flashlight, first aid kit, a whistle, a dust mask, personal sanitation items (such as moist towelettes), pliers, can opener for food, maps of your area and an emergency cell phone with backup batteries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you smart or average? How would you describe a genius? Einstein’s grandnephew who knows the answer to every test question ever? Or maybe it is a smart person who can solve any problem? We have news for you: it is not just about your genes, grades, or life experience. Scientists have revealed ten signs of a wise person we bet you’ve ignored. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A complete guide to finding a dog to perfectly match your personality and lifestyle. With hundreds of dog breeds to choose from, which one would perfectly suit you and your needs?
Dogs are the funniest, cutest and friendliest ever! They’re not called “man’s best friend” for nothing, right? But with hundreds of breeds to choose from, which one would perfectly suit your lifestyle and needs? Let's find out!
But first, while you’re searching for your perfect canine companion, also keep an eye out for 3 Bright Side lightbulbs hidden throughout this video. Once you’ve found all of them, comment the time stamps down below! Good luck! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
These days, our phones are basically part of us. Almost like your lift pinky. While they are magical devices that can do pretty much anything, phones aren’t invincible! Do you know, for example, that your phone uses the battery to search for reception? This will seriously drain it!
By the way, don't let your phone lose its battery completely before you charge it. Just wait ‘til it gets below that 30% line. If you plug in your phone every time it gets a little below 100%, eventually, it will have a hard time recharging. So check out these tips and tricks so that your cell can stay by your side for longer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to become a better driver? Even the most experienced drivers don’t always know all the subtleties or nuances that can make driving easier. And most of them are convinced that if they know all the rules of the road, they’ll be ready for any situation that may occur. However, besides these rules, there are others that are no less important. And if you don't follow them, you may get seriously hurt even in a minor accident!
Do you know how to figure out if your vehicle’s brake pipes are in good condition? Or why you shouldn't lift your whole foot off the floor when you switch from one pedal to another? Or how to wear your seat belt properly? Well, these things are really worth knowing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s not a joke – half a lemon dipped in baking soda works wonders! Watch the video to find out several more curious and quite unusual lemon + soda benefits! Lemon trees, which can grow as tall as 20 feet, are very fertile: they harvest all the year round and can produce more than 600 pounds of lemons a year! There is a shark named in honor of lemons - the lemon shark - all because of its yellowish color. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you sure you are following the hygiene rules the proper way? You will be surprised to know you are most likely doing them wrong! Here are the most common self-care mistakes. Pay attention, unless you want to do harm to your good looks or even health! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do we know about women and girls? All of those books on how to understand women have nothing about the biological and social facts of the fairer side of humanity. Bright Side looked far and wide to find some pretty awesome and controversial facts about ladies — and here is what we got. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can you whistle? If you’ve spent countless hours trying to whistle but never figured out how, here’s your chance! There are lots of different ways to set your tongue, lips, and fingers to whistle. Then you can make a mundane task more interesting, pass the time, and impress others.
An informal poll found that 67% of people asked said they couldn’t whistle or couldn’t whistle very well. Many non-whistlers think that whistling will always be an impossible task for them, a feat that is simply beyond their capabilities — and so they stop trying. They might attribute this inability to genetics, the shape of their mouth, the shape of their lips, or the width of their tongue. Watch our new video to learn how to use your tongue to create the sharp and vibrant whistle you’ve been dreaming of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Learning mysteries and conspiracy theory stories can be a lot of fun. The only thing that’s even more fun, is checking the facts and trying to debunk them. And what else has more crazy theories swirling around it than the Bermuda Triangle? Can you guess which ones are true and which are fake?
There are a lot of questions to answer. For example, can ocean whirlpools be guilty of all the disappearances happening in the Bermuda Triangle? What lurks in the depth of Blue Holes? Was there a city on the bottom of the Bermuda Triangle? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There is a country where over 175 languages are spoken, people text more than anywhere else in the world and boxing fights directly influence crime rates? It sounds pretty much unbelievable, but it’s all true in the Philippines! And among other things, it's an amazingly beautiful country with extremely good-looking people! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can humans hibernate? Many animals do that, but unfortunately, it doesn’t work with us humans. But what if we could hibernate? So imagine that everyone in the world has decided to skip the next 10 centuries. The entire population of Earth goes down to specially built underground bunkers, and everyone settles into their comfortable beds. The last person awake sets the alarm clock for 1,000 years in the future and closes their eyes.
The millions of robot helpers which the people say good night to are going to stick close to their sleeping masters. They’ll monitor their condition and observe what happens to our planet. So the people don’t leave anyone behind to look after our civilization. Their homes and offices and all of the world’s cities are handed over to nature... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to drink coffee the right way and healthy? Why is coffee good for you? Here are 7 surprising reasons why you need to get yourself a cup of coffee right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We’ve put together a list of 12 alternative but amazing uses for Vicks VapoRub. And we are pretty sure you’ve never heard of any of them! We all know Vicks VapoRub as our good friend and ally in fighting colds. Its main ingredients — camphor, menthol, and eucalyptus — help relieve a cough and nasal congestion. However, these are not the only benefits of the product. It also has some superpowers like relieving headaches and back pains, disciplining your pet and even reducing belly fat! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Eggs have been getting a bad rap in the health and fitness community because they are associated with cholesterol and weight gain. Others say they may trigger a heart attack. But you might be missing more benefits than you realized. Bright Side will crack the myths behind eggs, especially the egg yolks and let you know what will happen if you eat 3 eggs a day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Recent findings reveal the truth that has been buried for over one hundred years. Scientists have debunked the theory that the cause of the Titanic sinking was an iceberg. Why did Titanic sink? What's the real cause of the Titanic crash?
HOW TITANIC SANK On April 14th, 1912 at 11:40 p.m. RMS Titanic had a terrible accident that led to its ultimate demise 3 hours later. By 2:20 a.m. in the early morning of April 15th, the biggest ship of its time had completely disappeared under the ice-cold surface of the Atlantic Ocean. The Titanic took more than 1,500 lives with it as it sank to its watery grave.
TITANIC MYSTERY The cause of this horrible disaster leading to so many deaths was an iceberg the ship crashed into. Or so we’ve always been told... But scientists’ most recent findings have debunked this theory. In this video, we’ll tell you the whole truth that has been buried for over one hundred years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
if you see a bent fork in your door, it's definitely not a good sign. Burglars have turned forks into tools that help them unlock doors from the outside. The fork in your door may mean that someone is planning to break into your house, maybe when you go to sleep. If someone has already broken inside your house, it doesn't mean you're safe now. But you can protect yourself and your property with some easy and effective tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever noticed that planes don't have keys to turn them on? But it’s a bit more complicated than just turning a key. Instead, there’s a series of buttons and dials on the control board that starts the process. Planes don’t have keys to lock the doors, either. But when they sit idle, jets have security guards constantly monitoring them. Let's find out some more plane secrets pilots would never share with you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mars, the mysterious Red Planet, looks quite colorful, and the hue of a particular area depends on the minerals that make up the soil. The ground there is covered with fine dust, and the same orange dust is in the air. The planet's surface is rocky, covered with craters and volcanoes, old dry lake beds, and canyons. Recently, scientists found something extraordinary there - winding channels that look like veins run through the "eyeball." It's a giant crater almost 19 miles across! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FIFA trophy was initially named Victory and was a gold-plated sterling silver sculpture of the Greek goddess of victory Nike. The trophy was passed over from winner to winner until 1970. That year, Brazil won the World Cup for the third time and got to keep it. They would have never seen the original trophy but for a black-and-white mongrel named Pickles, who saved it a couple of years before. But that's not the end of the amazing stories that happened to the trophy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you start making more money lately, but your expenses also went up? You can avoid this by automatically transferring a chunk of your income into a savings account as soon as you hit your payday. You can divide it into 50% for the things you need, like rent or gas money, 30% for what you want, like some new clothes or entertainment, and 20% for savings or paying off debts. You can also try buying clothes at the end of the season and shopping for winter coats during the summertime. You can also do some other easy things that help rich people stay rich and multiply their wealth.
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Mars, the mysterious Red Planet, looks quite colorful, and the hue of a particular area depends on the minerals that make up the soil. The ground there is covered with fine dust, and the same orange dust is in the air. The planet's surface is rocky, covered with craters and volcanoes, old dry lake beds, and canyons. Recently, scientists found something extraordinary there - winding channels that look like veins run through the "eyeball." It's a giant crater almost 19 miles across! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to survive bear or shark attack? What should you do if you are bitten by a snake? We've gathered 13 easy tips that will save your life if you do meet a wild animal. Watch the video, make notes, and remember to give us thumbs up for worrying about your well-being! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine you've created a simulator that allows you to copy yourself into the apps on your phone to learn faster. You get inside the simulation, and you feel like you're going through a virtual wormhole. You enter a futuristic city glittered with purple and blue lights and tall towers with screens showing TikTok videos non-stop. The tallest tower shows the most trending videos today, while the other towers show other popular videos. Will you get used to living in this new TikTok reality or will you try to find a way out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How large was the iceberg that sank the Titanic? Months before the disaster struck, a ginormous chunk of ice had broken away from a glacier in southwest Greenland. It was made of the snow that had fallen about 100,000 years ago - when mammoths were still roaming the planet. And when the iceberg just started its journey, it was a huge thing. Almost 1,700 ft (518 m) long, it also weighed 75 million tons!
Even after melting into the water for months, the iceberg still weighed an impressive one and a half million tons. Its top part was towering over the water for almost 100 ft (30m). But what people saw was just a tiny part of a jumbo piece of ice. The largest part of any iceberg is hidden under the surface, with a mere one-tenth visible above the water. "The Titanic iceberg" wasn't an exception. The moment the ship collided with it, the vessel was doomed. But what if what we know about the disaster is not true? What if it had been the Kraken that sank the Titanic? A legendary creature feared by everyone who sets off on a sea voyage... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We know that no supernovas, crashing asteroids, and burning planets make a sound in space. But what if you actually CAN hear something out there? We need some particles to create sound, but space is almost a perfect vacuum with no particles. But in fact, the "perfect vacuum" doesn't really exist as we can't get rid of atoms for good. So, can these atoms push each other and create vibrations and sounds? Let's find it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever noticed that you need to pull the window blind up, not down, to close it, in exit rows on most planes? It's designed so to help people quickly leave the plane in case of an emergency. Speaking of emergencies, turbulence isn't one of them as it's perfectly normal. But if you're still afraid of it, think of your plane as a napkin inside a pot of jelly. If you tap the jelly, the napkin will not fall anywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you notice a strange purple mark on a fence, pole, or even a tree when driving along the road or hiking through the woods in the USA, remember it's a sign advising you not to trespass on private property. Different countries have different rules and traditions that might seem weird to foreigners. In Greece, there is a law that bans wearing high heels at any historical monument! Since 1992, chewing gum is officially banned in Singapore. Let's go on a trip around the world to find out more interesting rules. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Would you like to travel the world in a hot air balloon? You'd need a sound navigation system, a wealthy sponsor, and tireless endurance. Steve Fossett decided to do it in 1997. He managed to take off and cross the Atlantic Ocean on the 3rd attempt, but his plan failed while he was trying to fly over the Southern Hemisphere. In his sixth attempt, Fossett made it around the world in a hot air balloon: his 'Spirit of Freedom' balloon landed in Queensland, Australia, after a two-week flight across the globe. But then, the traveler mysteriously disappeared. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're used to the fact that space is cold, but our Universe is actually getting hotter. Scientists found that the temperature of a gas in space has gone up more than 10 times in the last 10 billion years. There are many mechanisms that help to heat up the matter in the Universe, and they could go crazy if space warms up. Active stars, colliding galaxies, stellar cataclysms, black holes, neutron stars - the Universe has so many sources of energy. So, will this change in temperature lead to a catastrophe? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In July 1954, a man arrived at Haneda Airport in Tokyo, Japan, by a plane flying over from Europe. The man’s passport did look authentic, but the problem was it claimed he came from a country no one had ever heard of: Taured. He even pointed to its location on the map: a small territory located between Spain and France. His passport also had stamps from many airports around the world, including previous visits to Tokyo. So, did the officers let him cross the border? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that sandwich bread is not real, while water can boil and freeze at the same time? Believe these or not, but water can be wetter than it is in nature. Here're 23 things about everyday stuff I still can't believe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each person is unique – sometimes more than we think. Even though we all have the same number of limbs and similar features, some small details make everyone an X-Man of sorts. Today we'll tell you about exceptional physical skills and characteristics found in only a tiny percentage of people around the world. Perhaps you possess some of these rare body features too?
For example, less than 50 people have ever had the Rh-null blood type, dubbed "golden blood." Three percent of people all over the planet have lines creating the letter X on both their hands. There are people who don't have to stress over how much calcium they consume. They have a rare mutation in the LRP5 gene. Another gene mutation helps people keep their bad cholesterol levels extremely low. Unfortunately, only 2 to 3% of people have this useful feature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would happen if Vesuvius Volcano erupted today? It’s erupted many times in the past. In fact, that's how it got its shape. It's made of multiple layers of hardened lava, pumice, and ash. Vesuvius last erupted in 1944. But a major blast happened there nearly 2,000 years ago. It buried the Roman towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum and decimated the surrounding areas.
The tragic eruption have left a deep mark in modern history. Mount Vesuvius is regarded as one of the deadliest volcanos in the human history. But today, 3 million people live less than 20 milesfrom the volcano, and 600,000 live in the danger zone. Large eruptions happen every few thousand years, usually after long periods of calm. And the trouble is, Vesuvius is long overdue for its next one... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The biggest spider people know about is the South American Goliath birdeater. This puppy-sized arachnid usually has a foot-long leg span. Its body is the size of a large fist, and its weight is more than 6 ounces. When the creature's moving, it makes bizarre, eerie sounds. They're the clicking of the spider's feet. They have hardened tips that hit the ground like a horse's hooves - just not as loud.
This spider is one of the most dangerous creatures in the world. It protects itself by sending out clouds of hairs that have microscopic barbs on them. If they got in your eyes and nose, they'd be super painful and itchy. These hairs would also stay there for hours or even days. That sounds extremely unsettling. But imagine what our planet would look like if spiders were the size of jeeps! Yeah, the world occupied by giant arachnids would bw a dark and gloomy place... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the biggest wave ever surfed? Imagine a 10-story-high wall of water with a foamy-white peak smashing into the shore. That’s the mental image we all have when we think of tsunamis, but is it accurate? And if it is, why don’t daredevil surfers ride them? That’s a huge wave begging to be caught! Fear of heights? Top speeds? Because they choose life? But they’re supposed to be daredevils!
Seriously, where would anyone get the idea to surf a tsunami? Movies! All those disaster flicks depicting tsunamis as monstrous waves. Realistically, the difference between tsunamis and surfing waves is as ridiculously huge as that movie wave about to take out that skyscraper. You CAN surf on a massive wave. As long as it’s the right kind. And that surfable kind can even be bigger than tsunamis! So, what is the difference between this “right” kind of wave and tsunamis? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you ever decide to set out on a Google-Maps journey around North Korea, you’ll notice a long white rectangle docked at the Mount Kumgang port. That's no superyacht or ship – it’s the world’s first floating hotel! Designed in Sweden, built in Singapore, opened in Australia, relocated to Vietnam, and then on to North Korea – the 7-story hotel has traveled around 9,000 miles within a decade!
Back in the early ‘80s, a guy named Doug Tarca decided to bring tourists to Townsville, Australia, not far from the Great Barrier Reef. Tarca used to be a professional diver and wanted to find the best way to show the famous attraction to tourists without harming the reef in any way. He first started giving tours of the reef in a catamaran with a glass bottom. A few months later, Tarca went even bigger – he set his sights on building the world’s first floating hotel! But what went wrong with it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine you've got stuck in quicksand or are locked in a car by a kidnapper. Luckily these are things that normally only happen in our worst nightmares. But there is still the possibility that you might face a life-threatening situation today and, so far, humans have turned out to fall short in effectively fighting these threats. It is clear that some expert advice is needed to figure out how to cope with the most extreme situations.
Did you know, for example, that if you get trapped under some debris, for example, during an earthquake, your main task is to protect your breathing organs? Or that the most life-threatening thing about a house fire is smoke? Or how to perform the Heimlich maneuver on yourself? We suggest that you just keep calm and follow these simple survival tricks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The megalodon is the world's most famous ancient shark. Big, dangerous, and terrifying. The Meg went extinct about 3.6 million years ago…or maybe it didn't? Some people claim to have seen the giant sharks. Others believe megalodons are hiding from us deep in the ocean where people have never been, such as in the Mariana Trench. Also, people constantly find megalodon teeth. Some think it's because the giant sharks still exist, but are just trying to avoid attracting attention.
So what could you do to prevent a megalodon from thinking you could be its next meal? The chance of being attacked by a shark is much less if you're in a group of people. The shark understands that attacking lots of people could be dangerous, so it will retreat peacefully. Unless it's with a group of other megalodons, of course. A megalodon can hear the vibrations in the water if there's a large number of people on the beach. But if you're alone in deep water, there's nothing to stop it from attacking you. But are there some ways to protect yourself from a megalodon attack? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would happen if your friend turned into an actual anime character? It would definitely be life-changing with so much extra attention from other people. Would they develop some superpowers, or would they just be in everyone's selfies? The only way to find out would be to go to anime events and try to find others who also look exactly like anime characters. Would it be dangerous or just a fun experience? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Halley's Comet has left a great impact on our history and understanding of these mysterious "falling stars." When this comet passed Earth in August of 1835, for example, it was blamed for the New York City fire that kept going for several nights. The Seminole Indians in Florida saw the comet's long tail and believed it marked the day they would lose their independence. What's so intriguing about this space body? How come it just pops up around Earth every once in a while? And, most importantly, is it really dangerous? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There have been five mass extinctions that our planet witnessed in the last half a billion years, not just one. And we can be nearing the sixth one, where one of the species to possibly disappear is humans. The previous extinctions happened for several reasons: changes in temperature, volcano activity, changes in the sea level, and a lack of oxygen in the oceans... The good thing is, mass extinctions always happened over a span of several million years, not like shown in movies where disasters happen overnight. So we might still have time to recognize it, prepare, and counteract it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that sandbox games have nothing to do with buckets and shovels, and the most famous of them is Minecraft? This revolutionary game was developed back in 2009 and was initially named Cave Game. Today, video games industry is worth a mindblowing $100 billion globally, and it all started in 1952 when a British professor developed OXO, a game similar to tic-tac-toe, for his university dissertation. Some famous game franchises that were launched in the second part of the 20th century are still around: Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda. Do you have your favorite video game? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each person is unique. But some of us have features that are extremely rare. For example, there’s an extra set of DNA that gives some people eyes that are different colors - a condition called heterochromia. Other people have the so-called 'Widow's Peak'. Do you wanna find out what it is? Here're 20+ body features that only rare people have. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do you think is the probability of your house getting hit by a meteorite? Would you even bet on that? Me - probably not! But here's a story that can actually happen: what if a meteorite bumped into your house? How would you react to a meteorite entering our atmosphere? Let's get ready for this scenario... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Statue of Liberty is probably the most recognizable sight in the USA. But it's got so many secrets to hide! For example, did you know that the monument is moving? Yup, although it’s tall and massive, the Statue of Liberty Liberty doesn’t always stand still. When the wind is strong enough, she sways by around 3 inches, and her torch – about twice as much. I'm gonna reveal this one and 20+ more things about the famous monument you've always wanted to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine if one day you looked up into the night sky, and saw Venus or Mars instead of our satellite, the Moon. That would surely have an effect on our planet Earth. And not just because of the new view in the sky. In this video I'm gonna explore how replacing the Moon would change the Earth's orbit. Let's see which planet will bring less changes and which one would turn into a nightmare... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bed bugs are incredibly hardy, able to live within any area that humans journey to. But do they have any other purpose in life, rather than annoying you? In fact, this insect holds no other purpose than contaminating your home. Some other common guests in people's homes are ants. Once they have found their objective, they will mark their journey with a pheromone leading to their nest, informing the entire colony of the buffet they located. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Leonardo Da Vinci was a genius who invented many modern things 500 years ago. One of them was a self–propelled cart or just a car. He also made the first satellite-like map in 1502 by walking through the streets of a small Italian town. In 1495, he drew a detailed plan of a mechanical robot dressed in knight's armor. According to calculations, the knight could sit, move his head and swing his sword. The artist was inspired by the anatomy of the human body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever paid attention to the small details of everyday things? They have their own story to tell. There are also some tricks you might want to learn to make your life easier. Designers made things the way they are to make them more practical, but we often don't notice that. Let's change that! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Earth is neither too close nor too far from the Sun, making the temperature on our planet not just tolerable but rather pleasant. If our planet shifted closer to or farther away from the Sun by a few hundred miles, it wouldn't make a huge difference. But if it was millions of miles, the cold and the lack of rain would not let any plants survive for long, so the areas of icy and barren landscape would grow fast, leaving only the areas along the banks of rivers intact — for a while. After some time, the rivers would stop running too. What else would happen on Earth if it moved within the Solar System? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes it seems like time is flying, and sometimes it's impossibly slow, and we can't wait to skip to the future. The technology could one day let us send a human into the future – if we managed to move close to the speed of light. There also may be a way of traveling to the past: Einstein himself proposed a theory of that. Scientists also observed that time got distorted depending on the speed we moved at. The faster we move, the more slowly time goes, so if we could reach the speed of light, time would stand still. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There all kinds of smells around us, and some of them have an important secret meaning. Does your house smell like the gym locker all of a sudden? There might be some bacteria growing in your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system. When you order a drink that isn’t supposed to have cinnamon in it but still smells like it - someone might have messed with it and tried adding some ingredients that shouldn't really be there. Some smells only seem dangerous but are perfectly normal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered what Earth would look like if it was the only planet in the Solar System? Or what would happen to our planet if the Moon went missing? If Mercury or Venus ceased to exist, Earth would drift closer to the Sun, the temperature would rise, and life on Earth would be impossible. But if Jupiter or Saturn disappeared, Earth would most likely drift further away from the Sun, and life on our planet would probably be aquatic. And life without the Moon would be a disaster! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How long does it take you to charge your phone? When you notice it goes from an hour and a half to more than 3 hours to do so, it's a clear sign you have to replace the charger. If you see your phone cable has turned green, throw it away and replace it with a new one. The wire inside the cable is made of copper, and this metal turns green when it corrodes - so it's not safe to use it anymore! Let's learn more useful tips to make your phone last longer and stay the most efficient gadget. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bed bugs are incredibly hardy, able to live within any area that humans journey to. But do they have any other purpose in life, rather than annoying you? In fact, this insect holds no other purpose than contaminating your home. Some other common guests in people's homes are ants. Once they have found their objective, they will mark their journey with a pheromone leading to their nest, informing the entire colony of the buffet they located. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Kraken, the Loch Ness monster, The Hydra, Leviathan - no one has seen these underwater monsters in real life, but we all know how huge they are. But similar creatures are more than real! There are weird and unusually big sea spiders, squid, worms, and many other animals that grew way more than we’d expected. Take a look at the colossal squid from subantarctic waters, around 14 times longer than the regular arrow squid. And deep down in the Pacific Ocean, there’s a sea sponge as big as a minivan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Skateboarding is winning people’s hearts all over the world and has now even made it to the Olympics, but the sport hasn’t been around for as long as you might think. Skateboarding appeared in the 1950s and was actually invented by surfers. The first skateboard was made of wood and was flat, red, and had steel wheels. After the first competition, the sport got so popular that the same year 50 million skateboards were sold. What makes skateboarding so popular with millions of people? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever dreamt of moving to another planet? Let's see if their conditions are good enough for humans. The Sun on Mercury would appear almost three times as large as it does on Earth, and sunlight would be almost seven times brighter. The atmosphere on Venus is so thick that it leads to the planet warming up non-stop. Unlike Venus, Mars has seasons due to the planet's tilt on its axis. Maybe we should keep looking on other planets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Teleportation is already real, but it's probably not exactly how you imagine it. With the Metaverse in play, entering a virtual room is already happening. The Metaverse is a virtual space where people can interact and socialize with each other through technology. Even though we are not yet there with physical teleportation, virtually, we can pin ourselves anywhere we want. Let's learn about this and other cool inventions that seem like they come straight from the future! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Have you ever noticed the hole in the tail of your plane? It's actually called an Auxiliary Power Unit, and it looks like a hole from the outside but is a hidden turbine engine. Another cool plane fact is that pilots can’t eat similar meals when they are working. Other means of transportation also have their secrets. There are hidden passageways and secret doors in ships, and the railroad also has some surprises.
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In Iceland, you’ll find some of the most breathtaking sceneries on our planet, from geysers to black-sand beaches. Most of the sand on beaches generally formed from rocks that have broken down because of weather changes and erosion through thousands or even millions of years. This beach is so magically stunning, but also very dangerous because of its sneaker waves. Our planet is full of wonderful and mysterious things. Some trees talk to each other, and bamboo grows extremely fast for a special reason.
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It's never too late or too early to take up a new cool hobby. Around 1955, Emma Rowena Gatewood left her home in Ohio with nothing but a pair of Keds sneakers, a blanket, and a raincoat inside a homemade denim bag. Mrs. Gatewood was 67 at the time, and this was her first hike. Christian Thomas, aka Buddy, is the youngest person to hike the so-called "Triple Crown." Buddy was 4 when his parents moved to Boulder, Colorado, and started taking him on hikes to 14,000 ft high peaks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you a Dungeons & Dragons fan or just curious what all the hype is about? First published in 1974, Dungeons and Dragons has gained millions of fans over the years. There is one player in particular who is running the same game for 40 years now, breaking the record for the longest continuous Dungeons and Dragons game, ever! Robert Wardhaugh started his Dungeons and Dragons campaign in 1982 when he was still a teenager. He's not a regular player but a Dungeon Master, and those are the ones who organize each game session. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In movies, birds can casually pick up people and carry them across huge distances. But do birds have those heavy-lifting superpowers in real life? One of the strongest birds on our planet is the harpy eagle: they've been recorded to tackle up to 40 lbs. Owls are equally as strong, and the great horned one is among the toughest birds out there. The biggest type of falcon on Earth is the gyrfalcon: it may weigh somewhere around 3 lbs, but it can lift up to 5 lbs! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One little mystery that can change our whole idea of human evolution makes this little clay doll so unique. There's an area called Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument – it's close to the small town of Nampa in southwestern Idaho. Several workers drilled a pit about 300 feet deep – that's the height of the Statue of Liberty. Then, they found a small figurine of a human the size of a dime in 2-million-year-old clay. It prompts a question: what if Homo Sapiens had indeed walked around North America so long ago? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some animals are extremely fast, others are super flexible, there’re even those that can grow back parts of their bodies. We all know that animals love to put us humans to shame when it comes to amazing abilities. But what if you had animal powers? How would it change your everyday life? Maybe you would be fast as a cheetah, or as strong as an ant, or maybe you'd have some other amazing talents? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you have an unusual hobby, or looking for ideas for one? Some people are fond of extreme ironing: they iron clothes in the most outrageous of areas, like on top of mountains or on sky slopes. If you like painting and miniatures too, you might want to give this hobby a shot too: painting on pennies! Speaking of mindful activities, try balancing rocks every now and then. News raiding has to be one of the funniest hobbies out there: it means popping up as a passerby in the background of television reporters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You’ve found a long-forgotten chocolate bar somewhere deep in your desk — yum, nice surprise! But when you open it, you see: there’s some unpleasant-looking kind of dusty film on it. Don’t worry, though, it’s still safe to eat. Have you ever wanted to impress your friends with these crazy facts no one knows? Here're some cool facts to spill at a party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Royal Guards have become one of the sights and symbols of London and the UK. There are many myths and famous facts connected with their job and rules: like, for example, that they aren't allowed to talk. Turns out, it's possible, but only in very specific circumstances: if people get too close to them or become aggressive. You'll also never see one of them smiling for a selfie as they're not even allowed to chuckle! And it was rumored that if they do, they'll receive a fine of about $200. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our planet sure is full of mysterious, unbelievable places, and some of them look like they came straight out of a sci-fi movie. The coldest place on Earth where people live in is Winnipeg in Canada, which once got as cold as the uninhabited planet of Mars. That meant that exposed skin could freeze in less than five minutes. In Senegal, Africa, lies a unique Lake Retba, or Lac Rose, as known by locals, which has become internationally famous for shining in its vivid pink color. Let's look at these and other unique places around the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Neptune is the most distant planet in the Solar System, around 30 times farther from the Sun than we are. It would make sense for it to be the coldest out of all the planets, but here comes the surprise: it's not. In 1989, NASA's spaceship Voyager 2 passed by both Uranus and Neptune and found that Neptune was warmer than its neighbor, even though it was farther away from the Sun. Scientists came up with a bunch of theories trying to explain this staggering discovery. Let's try to understand what's really going on with Neptune. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You've finally decided it's time to bring your dream of skydiving to life! You step off into the air, but at the last second, you hear the instructor screaming something. It feels like something has gone wrong! You pull the handle to release the parachute. But it hasn't deployed correctly, opening into a big wad, and you're now spinning faster and faster! No worries - you can still save your life as long as you follow some proven tips on what to do if your parachute fails to open. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You use these things every day, and they seem plain and clear, but it turns out, a lot of them are hiding secrets you'd never guess about. Holes or "eyes" in cheese are made by bacteria used in the process of production. Glass breaks so easily because its atoms are arranged rather loosely and randomly. Tree rings can not only tell you how old a tree is but also how the weather has been changing during its lifetime. Chip bags have excess air inside to cushion chips during shipping and prevent them from getting crushed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are about 3,500 species of mosquitoes on Earth. Some of them love the smell of sugar, perfume, or deodorant, and some enjoy the smell of dirty feet. If 10, 20, 50, or up to one hundred mosquitoes bite you, you should be fine, as long as your immune system works at 100%, trying to reduce the damage and drive the enemies away. But what if the number of those insects after you goes up to 1,000 or even 100,000? Is there a way to survive it and be healthy?
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Some places around the world have become must-sees for millions of tourists, but we rarely know what secrets they are hiding. The Roman Colosseum used to be nearly twice as large as it is today! Its architectural glory started to dim down in 217 when a fire struck the upper parapets and much of the building's interiors. The downfall continued with an earthquake, and a big part of the Colosseum's outer ring was damaged. What else happened to the Colosseum and other famous monuments of architecture worldwide? Let's find out!
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How to get rid of rust? But cleaning up rust doesn’t have to be a chore — it can be fun too! Did you know, for example, that Coca-Cola can remove rust? Just drop a rusted penny into a glass of Coke, and wait to see what happens! Watch the video to learn some other incredibly easy ways to make your items shine like new. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can you change your nose shape? Lots of people all over the world spend tons of money on cosmetic surgeries to get a perfectly shaped nose. These surgeries are expensive and may have unexpected complications. But you can change both the shape of your nose and its length with some really simple exercises!
Of course, you should remember that these exercises won't replace the immediate effect of surgery. The results from your workouts may seem subtle at first. Your reflection in the mirror will still look like you, but your nose will have a better shape, and your face will look more toned. And don't forget that the more often you do these exercises, the more effective they are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What color is your pet? Your beloved pet's personality is shaped by many things: their breed, upbringing, and even the color of their coat! That's right! Studies confirm that every fur color has its own specific feel to it!
According to a study published in the journal Applied Animal Behavior Science, the different colors that English Cocker Spaniels come in can actually reflect their behavior and personality. Another study from the University of Sydney discovered that, on average, chocolate Labrador Retrievers don't live as long as the golden and black ones do. Scientists believe it may be recessive genes to blame. So fur color really does make a difference in both health and personality! But what about your fur baby? What does the color of their coat say about them? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How many of you have dreamed of becoming an archaeologist or a pirate and discovering hidden treasures? However, even everyday life can become fun if you look in the right direction. Here're a few amazing stories about people who found treasures in the most unexpected places. Maybe some of them will inspire you to look more attentively at the things you own. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you drive a car? Do you wanna save yourself quite a bit of time and effort in the winter months? In most parts of the world, winter means snow, frosty weather, hot chocolate…and an ordeal for drivers. Changing the tires, cleaning snow and ice off the car in the morning, defogging the windshield and windows — and the list goes on and on.
You wake up one fine winter morning to find your windshield perfectly frozen. Breaking the winter spell can take a while, and it’s especially painful if you’re in a rush to get to work or school. There’s an easy home solution for you. Mix vinegar with water in a 3:1 ratio, and spray this solution onto clear windows to prevent them from getting icy overnight. One easy way to fix a frozen car lock is by using regular hand sanitizer. The alcohol in it will remove the ice and allow you to unlock your car. If you want to know what other tricks are, watch our new video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spring is here, and it’s a time for spring cleaning! But while you might be deciding what room to tackle first in your house, there’s one elderly lady who has decided to deep-clean this planet -- one beach at a time! And that lovely lady is Pat Smith.
She was inspired by a documentary about the negative effects of plastic pollution on the planet. What she saw in the film kept her up at night worrying about the problem. When she got up in the morning, she decided to do something about it. Pat Smith is from Cornwall, which is the most southwestern county in the UK. With the Celtic Sea on one side and the English Channel on the other, Cornwall is a place with a LOT of beaches. And this 70-year-old grandmother has already cleaned 52 of them within a single year!
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How many of you have dreamed of becoming an archaeologist or a pirate and discovering hidden treasures? However, even everyday life can become fun if you look in the right direction. Here're a few amazing stories about people who found treasures in the most unexpected places. Maybe some of them will inspire you to look more attentively at the things you own. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You’ve probably seen Hollywood movies where a hole in the side of a plane causes utter chaos. Luckily, in reality, small damage to fuselage won't have such dramatic consequences. But a big opening in a plane’s side will. So would you believe me if I told you a pilot managed to land a plane with its much of it’s roof torn completely off? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In every country, women have their own secrets on how to stay young and beautiful. But French women have the most natural charm in the world because they somehow manage to look 18 at the age of 42, like Audrey Tautou. Of course, there are no universal tips that can help everyone, but French women definitely have some useful habits that help them stay charming at any age. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1.8 billion – that’s how many people on our planet are currently living without access to clean drinking water. One of the biggest culprits in this problem is water pollution. Luckily, there are people like Ramveer Tanwar setting an example and taking action to solve this crisis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever heard that the type of coffee you drink is actually in direct correlation to your personality? Do you prefer latte or black coffee? Are you kind, or is there a chance that you are actually borderline crazy? Yes, coffee is not just a drink with a pleasant aroma that gives you the energy to get through the day. Forget about fortune telling tea; here’s what your choice of coffee could actually reveal about you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The recent sighting of an animal long thought to be extinct, or at least almost, proves that Mother Nature always has some surprises in store! So here's the big news: a black leopard has been photographed in Africa for the first time in over a century! And this really is a bombshell because black leopards are extremely rare. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Both the shape and color of your eyes can tell a lot about your personality, like if you’re an introvert, a good friend, or a total pushover! For example, people with large eyes are open-minded and are willing to take on the emotions of others. Droopy eyes are often seen on very warm and sensual people. If your eyes slant upward, they’re often referred to as cat eyes. Like a cat, you find yourself getting feisty from time to time! This personality test will help you dig deep down into your soul and will reveal what your eyes say about you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Different countries have different superstitions. Some of them are even related to avoiding a real danger (like not wearing red during storms). But of course, most of these beliefs just seem bizarre for foreigners. For example, Koreans never give their partners shoes, Russians never give yellow flowers to their loved ones, and Italians try not to spill olive oil. Fear of the number 4, being happy after stepping in dog poo, never putting keys on the table... No, these aren’t some strange ticks but just some examples of superstitions that different nations believe in!
By the way, in this video are three cats hidden. If you can spot all of them, you're more attentive than most people! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are 3 types of computer users: the ones who use their mouse, those who use their keyboard, and those who prefer talking to Cortana or Siri. No matter which category you fall into, you can’t deny the immense usefulness of certain shortcuts and hacks that reveal the unknown possibilities your computer always had. These smart tricks improve your everyday computer experience and give an absolute boost in your productivity and in your security.
We collected 14 computer hacks that will be massively helpful to anyone using their computer for fun or business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Traveling by train is one of the safest ways to get somewhere. But what's that? You feel it accelerate, and soon it's already moving at breakneck speed, ignoring stop signs, stations, and other trains. You're pinching yourself in a futile attempt to wake up, but it’s no nightmare – you’re on a runaway train!
It was a cold winter night on January 11, 2004. Two people were supposed to arrive at the train yard that night: 31-year-old engineer Eduard and his 24-year-old assistant Alexander. But when it was time for their shift to begin, the engineer was nowhere to be seen. They eventually got hold of Eduard, and the engineer simply said that he’d overslept. His health readings were normal, and he was totally sober. Everything was fine, nothing out of routine here, except maybe the fact that instead of his uniform, the man was wearing a suit and tie, as if he was going to some important event. But nobody seemed to find that odd… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
At the beginning of fall 1973, newspapers were exploding with shocking articles: a family with 4 kids was found in the middle of the Pacific Ocean after more than five weeks of desperate survival. The dream of a lifetime turned into a nightmare when a group of whales sank the family’s ship. It sounds like a hoax, but this story is far too real.
Dougal and Lyn lived in Meadows Farm in Staffordshire. Unfortunately, the farm wasn’t profitable at all. They had four kids and couldn’t even afford to put new shoes on their feet. Dougal didn’t see a way to make things any better for his loved ones. But one day, one of his younger sons asked him why can’t they go on a journey around the world. It seemed like this question was the only excuse Dougal Robertson ever needed... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bears live throughout the world, from Canada to the Andes, and Northern Europe to Southeast Asia. These intelligent, muscular omnivores usually prefer to keep their distance from humans, but can be a serious threat on the rare occasion when they turn violent.
Picture this: one day you're on a relaxing stroll through the woods, taking in the fresh morning air. Suddenly, your relaxation is interrupted by the sound of twigs snapping behind you. You turn around and are suddenly face to face with a grizzly bear the size of your car. Now, what are you going to do? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
These days, YouTube has more than 1.8 billion users, and those are only the people who get logged in! No wonder this platform is one of the world's most successful and popular services ever! But it's not enough to upload just any video to start your own YouTube channel and make the grade. You need to know several vital points that’ll help you get started, and earn good money at that!
Remember that there will be times when you'll find it hard to come up with new ideas for your videos. But don't let that stop you! Even the most experienced bloggers occasionally run into the same problem. Make it a habit to write down all the ideas that come to your mind, and try to look for inspiration everywhere you go! So, let's get started! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Queen Victoria was one of the greatest British monarchs of all time. She ruled for 63 long years and became the longest reigning British monarch; at least before Elizabeth II came along. But at the beginning of her reign, nobody believed it would come to any good. Because her coronation was a disaster.
The date was set for Thursday, June 28, 1838. People were excited to welcome their new Queen. Men and women dressed in their best clothes waved their handkerchiefs and saluted the Queen. There were so many people there, she was actually worried they would hurt each other in the rush. It took her more than an hour to get to the abbey. Despite all the fuss, everything was going rather smoothly; until the real ceremony started... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When planes have to land on water in an emergency, it’s an extremely rare and dangerous situation. It takes a skilled pilot and just the right conditions. But what’s worse is when the aircraft just falls apart after ditching!
It was August 21, 1963 when the then-Soviet airline Aeroflot was about to perform its regular flight from Tallinn, Estonia to Moscow. There were 45 passengers and 7 crew members onboard the aircraft. What happened to them went down in history ... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
China has the largest network of high-speed trains in the world. It stretches a whopping 15,500 miles all over the country. But while that all sounds impressive, I can't help but wonder why they’d spend a fortune on building such a vast bullet train network when airplanes exist?
First, most central train stations are downtown, so you can easily reach them by subway. You don't need to go through extensive pre-boarding security. And even if there are some delays, they don't happen too often and are much shorter than those at airports. Also, with their wider seats, more legroom, and freedom to move around, modern bullet trains offer their passengers more comfort. That's only the beginning of the list of reasons why high-speed trains rock. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here’s a quick test: think of an airliner! Is the jet you imagined painted white? No surprises there since most of them are. Of course, not ALL planes are white. There are plenty of colorful ones. For example, Mango, an airline that operates in South Africa, paints its planes bright orange. And there’s always the Siberian carrier S7 with their bright green planes.
But these are more of a rare exception. The general rule goes like this: "You’re better off painting your aircraft white!" But why is that? Actually, there are a few reasons for that. Did you know, for example, that birds don't fly into white or light-colored planes as often as they do with darker ones? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ah, it's summertime! So you probably have some delicious fruit in your kitchen: peaches, strawberries, oranges... But you know how it goes – you bought more bananas than you could eat up in time, so, it’s time to talk about fruit flies. Yup, you're not alone in your love of fruits!
Bugs are not what you want to find in your house. And fruit flies are especially annoying because it doesn't take long for them to take over your kitchen. Luckily, there are several easy ways to get rid of those pesky critters. So here are some tips on how you can keep them out of your sweet summer treats for good! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Modern technologies are more advanced than what people used in the past, aren’t they? They didn’t have lasers that cut through metal with precision just by typing some formulas into a computer! But that begs the question – how on Earth did ancient engineers create some amazing technological and architectural wonders?
For example, one of the most mysterious human-made objects can be found at an ancient temple in Delhi, India. It’s almost 24 feet tall and 99.5% pure iron. The strange thing about the pillar is that it hasn’t rusted over the last 16 centuries! Or have you ever heard about the Baghdad Battery? This thing conducted an electric current 2000 years before Alessandro Volta introduced to the world the first version of the modern battery we have today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
While we’re still trying to figure out the mystery of the Bermuda Triangle, another one has emerged. Yes, folks, as it turns out, the Bermuda Triangle has a partner in crime, it’s even bigger than you’d expect, and it’s really cool!
This triangle is located in Alaska; and it’s responsible for thousands of plane disappearances, boats and even people. Now, there are a lot of theories about what might be causing people to disappear. Some say it’s that Alaska is located in a vortex; some others say that mysterious creatures are behind these disappearances; and some even mention UFOs... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mosquitos can ruin a nice picnic in the park, camping out with your friends, even your own humble abode! They’re innumerable, and they come in swarms just about anywhere you go. They are the single worst thing about summer! Why do they have to bite, and why does it itch like crazy? It’s high time we got some answers!
Mosquitos are ancient critters thought to have evolved between 50 and 100 million years ago. And they proved to be a highly adaptable species. Except for Antarctica, they live on all continents in a variety of climates. There are about 3,000 different species of mosquitos all around the world. Btw, did you know that not all mosquitos suck blood? Only females drink blood, while male specimen feed solely on nectar. The good news is, you can tell the difference between the two! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do touchscreens work anyway? Johnson was the first to create touchscreen technology, these displays hadn't gained popularity till the 1970s, when the resistive touchscreen was accidentally invented. Further developing on that new technology, scientists at the University of Toronto invented the first multi-touch display in the 1980s. As for the very first touchscreen cell phones, they came out a little later in the 90s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You know that a long time ago people believed the Earth was flat, right? Now we’re well aware that it’s more or less a sphere, and it seems ridiculous to think otherwise when there are so many hard facts proving it. But what if those people of the past were actually… right? It turns out they could be, just not in the sense we thought about it.
Our brain is a highly complex thing, and science has not yet fully explained how it works. We know, however, that it exists in 3D, meaning that we perceive objects from three different perspectives: length, width, and height. But a physicist from the University of California in Davis, James Scargill, has shared a theory that 2D universes can exist and even support life... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine: you’re flying! But wait, where’s the plane? A wingsuit? Parachute? Anything! Uh-oh, looks like you’re 6 miles high and free-falling! So, is this it or is there a way to hack yourself out of this dire situation?
A person’s chances of survival when falling from a height of 35,000 feet (10,000 m) are slim. Anyway, despite this poor outlook, you still have a glimmer of hope! You’ll be surprised to know that if you were to stumble from the top of a tall building, you’d be in a much worse situation! Actually, there is a book that lists over 200 cases of people falling from a plane without a parachute and living to tell the tale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The lengths people will go to lose weight is sometimes scary. You’ve heard of those questionable diet pills, teas, and even body creams that supposedly help you burn fat. But one of the most dangerous ways to slim down is prolonged fasting, and one man took it to the extreme when he stopped eating altogether for over a year!
Angus Barbieri holds the Guinness World Record for the longest hunger strike, which lasted 382 days. Even now scientists don’t quite understand how he could live without food for such a long time and not harm his health. Most scientists are convinced that giving up food for more than 40 days can be extremely dangerous for our health. So, what was this man’s reason for doing something this risky and how he could live for such a long time without food? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
They cut the cord and seconds later, the man sitting on a lawn chair tied to a balloon cluster was soaring up among the clouds. This sounds like some kind of Up-style fairytale, but, believe it or not, this story actually happened for real in 1982!
Once upon a time, in 1949 to be more precise, a boy named Larry Walters was born in Los Angeles, California. He dreamed of the sky, but his dream to be a US Air Force pilot was not destined to come true because of his poor eyesight. So Larry became a truck driver and lived like any other person in San Pedro. But his love for the sky and his dream to fly didn’t go away though. Larry remembered an idea that occurred to him when he was 13. Back then, he first saw weather balloons hanging off the ceiling at a military store... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you head to Luzon Island in the Philippines, you’ll find Callao Cave hidden in the jungle. "What's so special about an old cave?" you may ask. Well, this is exactly where archeologists discovered a previously unknown ancient species related to us humans!
This human-like species was dubbed Homo luzonensis in honor of the island it was discovered on. Adults were probably quite short, about 4 feet (1.2 m) tall. The scientists assumed that this species led a mixed lifestyle, what with their ability to both climb trees and walk on two legs. However, the finding seems to raise more questions than it answers... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do you know about Australia? Which country has the longest fence in the world? How about the 2nd largest Greek population? Three times more sheep than people? One word will give it away: kangaroos. Yes, it's the Land Down Under.
Australia is the world's 6th largest country and the only one that’s also a whole continent. But with all that territory, over 80% of Australians live within 60 miles of the coast. Before humans arrived, the continent was home to mega-fauna. If you’d lived there about 46,000 years ago, you’d be dead today. But you would’ve seen 10-foot-tall kangaroos, 23-foot-long goanna lizards, and ducks the size of an adult horse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Few people can boast having survived a plane crash. What about surviving 2 plane crashes, one after the other? You think it’s impossible? Well, this guy did. And you know the name of the lucky man who survived 2 plane crashes in succession. It’s Ernest Hemingway.
Hemingway’s biography is far richer than that of the characters from his books. He was a skilled boxer, a passionate hunter and fisherman, and a journalist. He had more energy than a dozen men put together. No wonder he’d been crazy about Africa for many years. The scale, the atmosphere, the danger – it all suited him perfectly in the vast territories of that wild continent... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your odds of being in some air catastrophe are 1 in 11 million! But these things do happen, like the story of Orenair Flight 554. The Russian airliner was departing from Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic and heading to Moscow. This was a routine 12-hour direct flight, full of happy, tanned Russian tourists who, I imagine, had just had the time of their lives on a long-awaited sunny beach vacation in escape of the cold February weather back home.
There were 351 passengers on board, along with 20 crewmembers. Everything was going smoothly, people were either chatting, listening to music, or closing their eyes to get some rest. After all, they had a long flight ahead of them, might as well spend most of those 12 hours snoozing! Well, turns out, the flight wasn’t quite as long as it should’ve been… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Earth isn’t the only planet in the Solar system, and yet, it’s the only one with complex forms of life. So it’s not just that the friendly Sun makes our planet an oasis in a vast space desert. The Sun could also finally be the most harmful thing our planet will face. It’s highly radioactive, and it’s already destroyed the atmosphere and oceans on Mars. Is it going to destroy Earth too? Or do we have a chance to survive?
Scientists say that in the future, the Sun will be getting hotter and brighter. In 3.5 billion years the Sun will be 40 % brighter than it is now. But don't be scared! It's plenty long enough to prepare for survival. So why not take Earth, with all its resources and inhabitants, and move it to a safe distance from the Sun? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
According to astronomy, planets the size of Neptune couldn’t possibly form and sustain any kind of atmosphere while orbiting their parent stars at a close proximity. But last year, astronomers found exactly this kind of planet! And it’s not the only planet that defies all our knowledge.
Exoplanets are the hottest topic in astronomy right now, and with every new discovery, we’re getting more and more confident of our view of the Universe we live in. But some of those discoveries simply baffle the mind! Will scientists have to reconsider their picture of the Universe? Let’s find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey guys! Wanna tone up your body? There's a universal exercise that trains your overall body, including chest, shoulders, arms, abs, glutes, and legs. In short, it engages every muscle in your body and is also great for strength-building. It's burpees! If your purpose is burning fat, burpees are exactly what you need. Are you ready to start? That's great! But first, check out this really cool burpee experiment! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is there anything cuter than a father who admires his daughter? Maybe, a father who takes great care of his daughter. But often, fathers are less interested in raising daughters just because they have no idea how to do it and where to begin. “How do I play with her? What are we supposed to talk about? What do I do?!”
But fathers can do a great job of raising daughters. Especially if they have a guide on how to become a super parent. Wanna know why you shouldn't be a macho dad? Or why it’d be a good thing for a young girl to see that dads also do dishes, dust furniture, whatever it might be? So, here are 18 simple, but very effective rules that help you to be a great Daddy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A helicopter spinning out of control and going down sounds like a nightmare. But just imagine this uncontrolled helicopter is falling into the mouth of an active, gurgling volcano! Unfortunately, this isn’t a tale created by my vivid imagination or a new episode of a disaster TV series; it’s a true story that happened more than 20 years ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you board an airplane, you expect a pleasant flight with as much comfort as you could get. But your comfort — and safety too, for that matter, — heavily depends on your friendly flight attendants. Of course, they won’t say anything, but there are things they frown upon — and one that they just loathe. But I’m getting ahead of myself. So, if you really want a nice journey, you should keep in mind not to do those things that earn you the wrath of the flight attendants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our world map was finally complete in the 1820s, with the discovery of Antarctica. But why stop at the end of the earth? Or the moon? What’s the farthest we could go? Despite all our advancements, for a very long time, the farthest man could travel was restricted to distances on the earth. In April of 1961, that all changed when humanity became a spacefaring species. The Russian cosmonaut, Yuri Gagarin, was the first man in space. He blasted into orbit on a 108-minute flight high above Earth. The Americans followed a few months later. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My wireless speakers, earphones, hands-free calling – what’s the magic behind Bluetooth tech? How does it all work? The idea of what we call “Bluetooth” today was first introduced back in 1989. Dr. Nils Rydbeck, who was the chief technology officer at Ericsson Mobile, and inventor Dr. Johan Ullman had this revolutionary idea to develop a pair of wireless headsets. They brought Dr. Jaap Haartsen on to the project. A mere 5 years later, he’d be the engineer who made the breakthrough and came out with the first protocol. It took a few more years to perfect the technology. But finally, in 1999, they presented their first hands-free headset to the world at the Comdex computer exposition and trade show in Las Vegas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Electric cars you plug into the wall like a cellphone! So who came up with the idea, and how does the technology really work? Many countries began producing electric three-wheeled cars until the US made a huge breakthrough. In 1891, they created the first electric vehicle, and get this: it was a 6-passenger wagon that could go up to 14 miles per hour. After that, people were thrilled, and the electric car market thrived. In the late 1890s, electric-powered taxis filled the streets of London. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you’re heading to the US anytime soon, I’ve got some tips for you on what we Americans consider the rules of etiquette and some stuff that’s totally ok in the US that other countries might consider rude! Let’s start with my favorite: food etiquette! Are any of these Americanisms different or the same in your country? And to all my fellow Americans, can you add anything to the list? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What SIM does stand for? It means subscriber identity module or subscriber identification module. The first SIM card in the world was developed in 1991 by the German company Giesecke & Devrient. They sold 300 SIM cards to Radiolinja, a Finnish wireless network operator. In 1992, they sold the first GSM mobile phone with a SIM card; it was a Nokia 1101. Today, it’s hard to find a person who’s never used a SIM card – over 7 billion gadgets around the world use them to make calls, send SMS and surf the web. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Earth is our home and it feels like it has been here forever and will always be there. However, it's not so easy and safe in space, and it looks like the Milky Way is at risk!
Astronomers believe that in 4.5 billion years, a powerful galactic collision will occur. The Milky Way galaxy, which is the home to our Solar System and the very planet we live on, will collide with the Andromeda Galaxy. The good news is that the collisions, and the potential appearance of a quasar, will have no effect on our planet! What's more, even the quasar's radiation won't manage to disturb the peace of the Solar System. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
They say success is a mindset. No offense to whoever “they” are, but that doesn’t really help most people much. So what about a real-life example to live by? If you've got problems with procrastinating, feeling overwhelmed by all the stuff you need to get done, and just overall pitiful time management skills, this is what can help you. Okay, now, who's one of the most successful and productive dudes out there? You're right! It's Elon Musk!
This guy is a productivity ninja who’s mastered the art of time management. He heads multiple companies, the most well-known being Tesla and SpaceX, and has admitted that he works 100 hours a week or more! Let's try to follow his typical schedule for a week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know you could sell a $20 bill for ten times its value? Or that a person you’re physically attracted to may not be as smart and funny as you think? Or that the only reason why there’s this third option on the market is to create the decoy? All these things are called cognitive biases, and they rule your entire life without you even knowing it. Here are some of the most prominent ones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Once upon a time, your ancestors used to look at the night sky to determine their location. Then we used a Thomas Guide, remember those? Today, it only takes one magical technology to get driving directions, send your picnic spot to a lost friend, or track how far you’ve gone during a workout. That technology is called GPS, and you’re about to find out the secret behind it.
Did you know that GPS was actually a military invention? The highest quality signals were only used for military purposes until May 2000, when it became available to all civilians for free. Now GPS is literally everywhere, and you can now even purchase GPS insoles to keep track of your kids or relatives with Alzheimer’s disease. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This mysterious and picturesque country located between India and China was closed for tourists until 1974. Today, everyone who’s ready to go through a lot of formalities and has enough money can visit Bhutan. Ans even though the borders are open, the King still tries to restrict the number of tourists using many different methods.
This is a country that decided to measure national happiness, has completely free healthcare, and nobody living on the streets. Sounds unbelievable, but this is all true about Bhutan, and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. So, wanna know why all the people who live in Bhutan are so happy? Let's find out more about their traditions and numerous bans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pearl of the Orient, Ceylon, Teardrop of India – whatever you call Sri Lanka, one thing is true about it: this beautiful country has unique traditions you won’t see anywhere else in the world. Do you know, for example, that any Sri Lankan can break a coconut, and it’s as easy to them as tying their shoes? It has deep symbolism and can help you in different situations if you believe in it.
Gonna travel around Sri Lanka? Before you request a room, make sure the “hotel” you’re at even offers sleeping accommodations! Yep, not every hotel in Sri Lanka is a place you can sleep at! But you'll definitely get a smile and a menu there. Speaking about food, Sri Lankan moms see cooking as their privilege and will wake up at 5 a.m. to make lunch-to-go for every family member! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
According to scientists, you have higher chances to get struck by lightning, hit by a tornado, and blown away by a hurricane — all at the same time. However, there was one person who got this lucky chance! Um, maybe we shouldn’t exactly say “lucky” here?
In the early hours of November 30, 1954, a meteorite hit the roof of a home in the small town of Syl-a-cauga. The house's owner, Eugene Hodges, rushed home, only to find a huge crowd of gawkers looking at his dwelling, agitated and pointing fingers. He had to push them away from his doorstep to get to his wife, Ann, who was still inside. When Eugene opened the front door, what he saw shocked him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Teleportation is already real, but it's probably not exactly how you imagine it. With the Metaverse in play, entering a virtual room is already happening. The Metaverse is a virtual space where people can interact and socialize with each other through technology. Even though we are not yet there with physical teleportation, virtually, we can pin ourselves anywhere we want. Let's learn about this and other cool inventions that seem like they come straight from the future! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 27, 1995 could have been an ordinary day for the MiG-17 pilot, but it became an interesting chapter in the history of aviation. The high-subsonic fighter aircraft was doing tactical maneuvers when it got off the runway and stuck in the mud. A group of ground service mechanics came to the rescue – their task was to pull the plane out of the mud and back on the track. One of the mechanics was Peter Gorbanev, and for him, this operation clearly became more than a routine day at work. You’re about to find out why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you think grammar is something you only need in school, you'll be surprised to find out messing it up can sometimes cost millions of dollars or make a huge difference in your personal life. Misplacing a comma, for instance, can change the meaning of a sentence dramatically. For example, note the difference between “Let’s eat (comma) Granny!” and “Let’s eat Granny!”
In 2017, Oakhurst Dairy, a company from the state of Maine, literally lost millions of bucks because of a misplaced comma. And that was not exactly the only case that proved that grammar actually rules the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here’s something I’m sure you’re dying to know: Do you know how to dye black hair blond? See I told you. How about: Can house locks assure your security, or are they useless? Are detectives naturally good at telling the truth from lies, or are they easily fooled?
Those questions can only be answered by the pros. Fortunately, they’re on the internet just like everybody else, and they’re ready to share what they know with you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Amazing stories about people who’ve survived a plane crash are also extremely rare. But what if I tell you that one man not only stayed alive after his plane dropped into the ocean, but also managed to fend off hungry sharks for a whopping 15 hours until he was rescued? It happened in 1986, and this man's name was Walter Wyatt, Jr.
The thirty-seven-year-old flight engineer was flying from Nassau, the capital of the Bahamas, to Miami on a rainy December day. He was the only person on board his twin-engine Beechcraft, but the plane got lost because of bad weather and lack of navigation equipment. What happened next is truly a miracle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There’s no denying your vehicle needs special love and attention in the wintertime. But hey! Summer is no season to just relax and take it easy when it comes to keeping your car in the best shape either! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine this: one morning you wake up a multi-millionaire. What would you do? Buy a yacht or a garage full of sports cars; maybe a diamond tiara and a cruise around the world?
All this would sound tempting to just about anyone, but not Hetty Green, who was the richest woman in America and wore one black dress for years. Why did she become so thrifty? And why did people call her "The Witch of Wall Street"? Here's her story full of eccentricities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you have ever struggled with parking or are not sure that everything in your car is set up correctly, this video is exactly what you need. You will be amazed at how easy it is if you know what to aim. These simple step-by-step instructions can be equally useful for experienced and new drivers and we wish we knew them when we were taking our driving test.
We're gonna start with the easy stuff. The things you probably take for granted or just fallen into the habit of forgetting to do if you’ve been driving for a while. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We, humans, like to think that we know about and can control everything that happens on our planet. But it is far from the truth. Because right now, somewhere above our heads, in addition to Climate Change, the Earth's magnetic field keeps weakening at an alarming speed. And the region that concerns scientists more than any other is called the South Atlantic Anomaly. The magnetic field in this area is so weak that it's dangerous for satellites to enter it.
This process started more than 1,000 years ago. The situation is so serious that scientists don't deny that one day, the Earth's magnetic poles might simply flip, with North becoming South and vice versa. Although it may sound scary and confusing, this phenomenon has been happening throughout the history of our planet. The last time it occurred was approximately 780,000 years ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you have a pet? Because that's exactly what we're gonna talk about. So, Dennis was an 11-year-old kid and pretty typical for his age. Liked to get a bit too carried away, didn’t quite understand the consequences of his actions. One day he got a puppy. And this is where it started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pilot Francisco Sarabia was flying over a patch of desert land in Mexico when his instruments started to act increasingly odd. His radio equipment was failing too. The man had to make an emergency landing in the middle of nowhere. Little did he know that this "nowhere" would be later dubbed "the Zone of Silence," and the mystery behind this place would equal that of the infamous Bermuda Triangle. So if you ever find yourself in a desert, 25 miles away from Ceballos, Mexico, and just 400 miles to the south of El Paso, Texas, get yourself ready - you're in the Mapimí Silent Zone, and some bizarre things might start to happen right away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With more and more people using the Internet both in their business and private life. Here's some bad news for you: it's getting way harder to protect yourself against scammers because now they've started to target - brace yourself - your Google Calendar! In short, this scam uses hyperlink-embedded events to get access to your sensitive information. Let's figure out how the scam goes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine that you don’t have to spend hours in traffic jams on your way to the office. No need to be squeezed in a crowd of commuters at rush hour. To get to the supermarket, you don’t even have to go out. Just press a button in the elevator or walk down the stairs if you’re in an athletic mood. Sound like a miracle? In fact, there’s a town in Alaska whose citizens have everything they need under one roof. It’s Whittier, maybe the strangest town you’ve ever seen.
Whittier is situated on the coast of Prince William Sound in the Gulf of Alaska. All of Whittier’s 220 citizens live in one building; a tower of condominiums. Citizens don’t only live in the same building, but go to work, school, and do their shopping by just pressing different buttons in the elevator. Well, actually there’s one guy, Paul, who thinks he’s special and lives in a camper nearby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It seems like almost every country in the world has at least one law that baffles foreigners to no end, and Canada is no exception! Did you just say I can't fill my bathtub with more than 3-and-a-half inches of water when taking a bath? Yep, that's Canada! Do you want to have more than 4 pet rats at a time? Then, unfortunately, Canada isn’t the country for you.
There are places in Canada where you can't attach sirens to your bike, build a snowman that’s taller than 30 inches, paint a wooden ladder, or leave home while "wearing" your pet snake on your neck or holding your pet lizard in your hands. If you want to take your snake (or any other reptile) for a walk, be so kind as to put it in a glass container. But wait, there's more to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Remember Queen Victoria, the British monarch who once ruled the biggest empire in the world? The time of her reign was the Victorian Era, people donned Victorian fashion, and buildings were constructed with distinctive Victorian architecture. But there’s one thing not many people know about the Queen: she once adopted an African girl, thus saving her life!
In 1850, a British emissary arrived in Dahomey. Buying and selling captives were still common in this West African kingdom. In fact, its ruler, King Ghezo, was known to capture people from rival tribes. That’s why Captain Frederick E. Forbes of the Royal Navy was sent there to carry out this noble mission. During his stay, the African king introduced him to one of his most valuable prisoners. And it was... a 7-year-old girl named Aina. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What comes to your mind when you hear the word "Antarctica?" Glaciers, ice, frost, snow, uninhabitable desert - well, you get it. But how about a lake of bubbling lava hidden deep under the ice? An unlikely connection, right? But that's actually a very real and highly unusual Antarctic phenomenon that was just recently discovered.
Until recently, people only knew about 7 such lakes bubbling in different regions of our planet. But here we go now: in July 2019, scientists discovered one more! It is resting in the crater of the active volcano. Even though it's not the largest lava lake in the world, it’s still very impressive, with a diameter varying from 300 to 700 feet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
They say “fake it till you make it.” This motto can be applied to so many different things in our lives, whether it’s building self-confidence, creating a positive mindset, or mastering different skills. It can also be applied to your lifestyle.
Every millionaire found their own way to earn money and reach success, however, if we compare the habits of rich people to our own, it’s easy to see they have something in common. So how about to try to implement some of these habits into your life and see what happens? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tarzan, Mowgli – you know them all-too well on the big screen. But what about the real stories of children raised by animals? Are they just as adventurous and romantic as the movies show? The short answer is, no, not even close…
In 1991, a villager in Uganda discovered a child who seemed very odd. In fact, it was even difficult to tell that it was a boy she’d found because the child had long hair all over his body. His knees were white and callused, and his fingernails were long and curled. There were plenty of clues, but how could this simple villager know that she’d stumbled upon one of the rarest and most bizarre phenomena: feral children… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do some people become successful and rich, and others don't? That's a tough question. But there's no denying the fact that upbringing plays an important role in it. All parents want the best possible future for their kids but, unfortunately, not all of them know how to raise their children to be financially smart and ready for big achievements.
Have you ever thought, for example, how important it is to raise children with the faith that everything is possible if they put enough effort into achieving it? Unfortunately, some parents sometimes say stuff that ruins a child’s confidence in themselves. It’s obvious that a person who doesn’t believe in themselves has a tough time achieving things in life, and has huge doubts about taking steps toward their goals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scientists have found out that all life on Earth is going to be wiped out by the Sun — and pretty soon. The Sun has an incredibly big influence on everything on Earth, and it isn’t limited to just light and warmth. Did you know, for example, that even a 5% increase in the size of our star would make our planet way different from what we have now? There’s no telling how exactly the Earth would look, but it would definitely not be the planet we know. What we wouldn’t be able to witness already is a 10% expansion of the sun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How long is “really long” when it comes to flights? A trip from Dubai to LA, or Sydney to, let’s say, Houston? Or maybe the longest flight in your life was that journey from Kansas to New York when you were trapped between a snoring guy and a crying baby? In fact, the longest flight in the world lasted for 64 days and 22 hours! a
Cessna 172 airplane took off in December, 1958 and didn’t land until February of 1959! How could that happened? How did the pilots manage to stay in the air for so long? Where did they get the fuel from? What did they eat, and did they ever sleep? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you think that her royal duties keep the Queen sitting all day long, let me correct you. Throughout her life, she’s traveled more than any other ruler in the world. And let’s not forget the Queen’s love for horses. Of course, she doesn’t race anymore but she still finds time to ride now and then. And, of course, that's not all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Before introducing a new product to a particular region, marketing specialists conduct research and thoroughly study consumer expectations. Manufacturing companies try to adapt packaging designs and product names to meet national peculiarities of the market. So if you think you know exactly how your favorite candy bar looks, try to recognize it in some other country.
For example, imagine you arrive in Quebec and decide to go satisfy your hunger in KFC. Only... It's not KFC you're going to - it's PFK! Or did you know you won't be able to visit Burger King in Australia? Yup, the Australian branch is called Hungry Jack. Interested? Here's a fun list of products that look and sometimes sound a bit different depending on the country they’re sold in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Australia is a country where people pay with plastic money, some fish are over 300 million years old, and cockroach racing is a big deal. In Australia, some roads are so long and boring that they put signs there to entertain drivers. They can contain images of rich local fauna, or trivia questions to keep you alert, and possibly even save your life in the fatigue zone.
It is a fascinating country where you can rent a grandma and see a fire that’s been burning for over 5,500 years. Interested? Here is a list of facts that you might not know about the country but are useful if you ever plan to travel there. And if you don’t plan on visiting anytime soon, at least you’ll be able to show off your knowledge!
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You might know already that our planet hasn’t always been separated into seven continents. Once upon a time, it was all one huge supercontinent called Pangea. But the movement didn’t stop, so in the future, we might just be a couple continents short?
In 1755, there was a huge earthquake in Lisbon, Portugal that had catastrophic consequences. After that, everything went quiet, and for more than 200 years no more natural disasters happened. But then, in 1969, another earthquake shook the west of Portugal — this one milder, but it was still considered very powerful. It was then that marine geologist João Duarte started looking at the tectonic plates beneath Portugal. He was concerned with those earthquakes for a single reason: they were not normal... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to prevent mosquito bites? In the summer, we all want to spend more time out in the fresh air, take walks in the park, and enjoy the greenery and flowers. But mosquitoes can ruin even the most wonderful vacations. Btw, research has proven that mosquitoes can rapidly learn and remember the smells of hosts, and that’s what makes some people more preferable than others.
Did you know, for example, that mosquitoes just hate the lavender smell? This is an herb that’s super easy to get ahold of. You can also just set small bushels of lavender around your backyard living area. So if you taste especially sweet, here's the list of the recipes for natural fragrances that will scare the mosquitoes away, so you can enjoy the pleasures of summer. Try them instead of reaching for more chemical sprays! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The sound of your buzzing alarm yanks you out of sleep. You swing your arm over to shut the thing off without looking. “Get up, no snoozing! You’ll be late for work…” When you pull open the curtains, instead of facing the pleasant orange hues of the rising sun, you’re met with bright burning light that boils the room. You shield your eyes and close the curtains fast.
“Did I oversleep?!” The panic rises in you as a bead of sweat rolls down your forehead. You run to your phone, still on the nightstand. The screen shows 6AM, yet it feels (and clearly looks!) like lunchtime. You check the window again. “Bing!” – You get a notification on your phone that reads: “EMERGENCY ALERT! – THE EARTH’S SPIN HAS CHANGED, DAYS COULD LAST ONLY 6 HOURS!” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One day, you’ll finally feel ready to explore the mysterious and alluring lifestyle of a motorist! The only thing still left between you and the stretch of a highway is your driving test. And even though the very thought of taking such an exam might be pretty intimidating for a new driver, there’s no need to panic! Several simple tips will put you on the road to success!
It may sound obvious, but before scheduling your road test, have tons of practice. Don’t just wing it! You need to get comfortable behind the wheel of your car. And while preparing for the test, ask your driving partner, be it your instructor, your friend, or your Dad, to be entirely honest with you and grade your performance. They should note every single mistake you make: every missed turn signal, and every blind spot you failed to check! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bangkok, 2016. A man is going to the bathroom. He is getting ready to relax when all of a sudden, something crawls out of the toilet pipe and bites him. The man keeps his wits about him and calls the rescue service. The intruder is soon pulled out of the toilet, and it turns out to be a 10-foot python!
Yes, there was a python in the potty! And this case is not the only one. Rescuers pull out dozens of snakes from toilets around the world every year. And, not only snakes get in there, but also octopuses, rats, frogs, and what not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey there! Today, we wanna tell you Boxy's story. Ever since Boxy was a young, flat sheet of cardboard, he's dreamed of being filled with something important — like a birthday present! — and then going to the ultimate Package Party in Memphis on his way to deliver it!
And today, it's happening! Noah’s grandfather in Scotland just ordered a stuffed Panda from Li. Li’s workshop is in Beijing. That means Boxy will be at Noah’s house in Indiana tomorrow — for his birthday! Li's assistant, Zhang, stuffs him with tissue paper and prints a shipping label on the store computer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What occurrence would you call rare? A one in a million chance? A once in a lifetime moment? Nah, that’s child’s play! What about something that happened only once or twice in history?
Have you ever heard, for example, that the Mississippi River has been spotted running backward three times? Or that Niagara Falls was gone once? Or that in 1859, auroras of all shapes, sizes, and colors filled the sky in half of the world, going as far south as Jamaica, Hawaii, and Cuba? Those are challenges worthy of a true wonder seeker! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Yep, it's sad but true: we don't meet with our friends and relatives as often as we used to several years ago. But technologies that have replaced this real-life communication also help us not to lose touch with our nearest and dearest, for example, by playing fun texting games!
For example, try to communicate all you have to say to your friend (for example, your latest news) with the help of emojis! Your friend has to interpret your message and tell you what you meant. Or you can play Abbreviations. It's one of the most difficult texting games but it's also a lot of fun! Abbreviations are made from the first letter of a phrase, for example, LOL - laughing out loud, TBH - to be honest. In this texting game, though, you'll have to abbreviate your current activity! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever been in that awkward situation when you're in a room with people you barely know, and no one knows what to say? The silence seems endless… Well, why don't you tell everyone why snow crunches? Or why escalators have brushes along the edges?
Also, most people don't know that some small birds and insects see the world in slo-mo. Or that cats can be allergic to you! (The only reason this allergy doesn't show so often is that you don't shed as much irritating hair and skin as they do). Or that reindeer's eyes change color from gold in the summer to baby blue in the winter! Or some other, no less exciting facts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
These days, people need 4 things to survive: food, water, air, and phone charging. And YouTube – oh, that’s five. Anyway, we want our phones to charge as fast as possible, even if it means messing up our little digital friends! Well, there’s a right way to charge your gadgets fast so they serve you longer – and there are some wrong ways!
For example, cheap and unknown charging devices can ruin the battery. There have even been cases when batteries caught fire because of a poor-quality charger! As for laptops, always work with them on a flat surface. When you put it on your lap or lay it on a bed or pillow, it seriously overheats and ruins the battery. So, guys, avoid the myths and try these tips! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do you imagine the world's most powerful volcano eruption? Boiling-hot orange lava spilling over the slopes of a mountain and destroying everything in its path? Huge clouds of ash, blacking out the sky and wiping out all the life in nearby towns? Toxic gases that sneak into the smallest nooks? But do you know that you might not even notice this devastating event? Few people know that around 80% of all volcanic eruptions happen underwater. What's more, submarine volcanoes alone spit out more than 75% of the world's magma. There are over 1 million underwater volcanoes on our planet. But as you may guess, it's very hard to explore and examine these underwater monsters. No wonder scientists almost missed the largest underwater volcano eruption of our time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So get this: You’re doing some chores (or lazing around!), and you hear that unmistakable hissss. Uh Oh. “Is that a snake—in my HOUSE?” A snake may be looking for a cool damp spot to chill down—like a basement—or shelter from the rain so that it won’t destroy its nest.
Remember the golden rule when it comes to wild animals: it’s more scared of you than you are of it. Guide the snake outside with a broom. If the “broom method” didn’t work, restrict its ability to move. Make sure any cracks, gaps, or holes around your home are sealed to prevent any future visits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Over 17 million cars are sold every year, in every color imaginable … so, why are the tires always black? Is it to match the road? For that matter, why make the roads black? Why not pink or green?
Today’s roads are usually made with a combination of asphalt, bitumen, and other petroleum products —a durable mixture that melts easily and spreads smoothly across a road’s surface. And …it’s naturally very dark. But what about tires? In the 1950’s Goodyear developed tires in many shades to match your car. Let’s find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The average person spends more than 3 hours a day looking at their phone. Might not sound like a lot, but that’s more than a month and a half out of every year! With all that time spent staring at it, you might’ve noticed your new phone is missing a button or two?
It’s not your imagination – the home button is disappearing, and it might not be the only one! Smartphones have been shedding buttons for years, so it's no big surprise that companies like HTC and Samsung are trying to do without. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Earth's surface is shaking; long cracks split the ground open; lava rivers are rapidly flowing down the slopes; explosions sound more and more often; rocks and other debris are flying into the air; the sky is darkened by the clouds of ash. Nah, it's not a plot of a new disaster movie! It's just geologists who decided to drill into a super-volcano.
Super-volcanoes get formed when gigantic volumes of scorching hot magma are trying to escape from deep underground. It rises close to the surface but can't break through the Earth's crust. The pressure keeps growing because more and more of it is trying to get to the surface. Until - bang! - a super-eruption occurs! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Consider the school bus. It could be painted literally any color: pink, bright green, orange, or even zebra-print. So, why pick yellow? Is it because it’s a cheerful hue that makes kids happy to go to school? See the kid’s faces? The main reason for picking yellow paint for school buses is... safety!
If you look at the color closely, you'll notice that instead of being pure yellow, it's a totally different shade! It's a curious mixture of lemon-yellow and orange. But what about the scientifically proved fact that red is the one with the maximum wavelength? It doesn't get scattered easily, and that's why you can clearly see it from afar! On top of that, most people associate this color with caution. So, why not paint school buses red? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our good old Solar System is actually a pretty bizarre place, what with all its out-of-this-world phenomena that we humans haven't managed to explain yet! There are rumors that a gigantic, undiscovered planet is hiding behind Neptune, volcanoes on Pluto spew ice, and a colossal canyon on Mars can accommodate the whole US territory, and most of Cleveland!
Have you ever heard that winds on Venus blow 50 times faster than the planet rotates? Or that there's an ocean that consists of metallic hydrogen, and its depth is a staggering 25,000 miles, which is almost the same as the circumference of the Earth? Well, let's figure out if it's true by talking about the most mystifying Solar System facts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever heard of the King of Fruits? If you’ve ever enjoyed some mango on a hot summer day, then you’re already acquainted! So, what earned mango the King of Fruits title? Besides the mouthwatering taste, this fruit has so many amazing health benefits!
If you don’t have any serious health conditions, try eating mango on a daily basis. In a month, you’ll find yourself healthier, happier, and even looking younger! The best thing about incorporating more of this fruit in your diet is that it’s so versatile. You can eat it raw, throw it in a smoothie, have it in a salad – your options are limitless! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You might think that the times of the Titanic are long gone, but what if I told you that less than 20 years ago there was another ship that almost followed in the steps of the Titanic? This time, abandoned by their captain, around 600 passengers would have lost their lives if not for the quick-thinking and courageous cruise ship entertainers.
The Oceanos, built in France and first launched in July 1952, was a Greek-owned cruise ship. On August 3, 1991, after a serious delay, it set off from East London, South Africa, on its fateful voyage toward Durban. Even before the journey started, the ship had already started to wear... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever gazed out at the night sky and been fascinated by a bright band of stars? That’s the Milky Way - the galaxy where our sun hangs out. And the sun is not the only star in the Milky Way, and the Milky Way is not the only galaxy in the universe. Astronomers have long since been in the quest to find out exactly how many galaxies there are in the universe, and you won’t believe the numbers they’ve come up with!
Today we have telescopes both on the ground, and in outer space, that regularly stare into the vast universe to detect the faintest and most distant galaxies. In 2016, a study conducted by a team of astronomers used 3D modeling of images collected over 20 years by the Hubble Space Telescope to determine the number of galaxies. What they found was amazing... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you suddenly decide to find out how many airline companies there are in the world, you might get thoroughly confused. Some sources state that the number is higher than 5,000; others claim that there are about 800 commercial airlines. But whatever the truth is, that's still a lot! And among all these numerous air carriers, there’s a pretty unusual one: the thing is, it’s existed for 30 years but has never had a single flight!
Baltia, a US airline launched in 1989, had great ambitions. The carrier was planning to provide its passengers with high-quality service in all three of the classes it was going to offer. But getting permission is a long process. And the company claims that it still can't get the operational approval from the US Federal Aviation Administration! Baltia had already been operating for more than 25 years but it still hadn't transported a single passenger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The mysterious jungle is known to be the home of many different species – and humans, unfortunately, aren’t among them. In fact, when we hear the word jungle, we tend to run away from it as fast as possible. It sounds cozier to sit at home, watch tv and enjoy our everyday luxuries, like a nice cup of hot cocoa on a Saturday afternoon.
But one fearless man decided to explore the jungle and embarked on a wild journey. So the question is: why did this man choose such a lifestyle? Living in the wilderness, hunting in dangerous weather and swimming in crocodile-infested waters? Well, one thing is for sure, Michael Fomenko is no ordinary man. So, let’s find out what happened from the beginning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you enjoy being tickled? In truth, there are few people who would firmly answer “yes” to this question. And while it seems not too much of a problem, you can have trust issues because of childhood tickling. Sounds crazy, but there’s plenty of reasons for that.
We’ve all been tickled from time to time as children, so we assume it to be normal. But remember that back in those days, not wearing a seat belt also used to be normal! Tickling kids can be more harmful than good. So here's why you should skip it and find another way to have fun — perhaps sharing a joke or playing together is a better idea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Catherine Dickens is far less known than her legendary husband, Charles. When you think about Victorian novels, his name is the first one to pop up. But the story of Mrs. Dickens’ life is very much like a novel itself. Catherine was not only a brave traveler, but a good actress, an excellent cook, and even a writer. She acted in Charles’ amateur plays and wrote and published a cookbook that was a bestseller.
So, why did this woman of many talents, a devoted wife and mother of 10 make a desperate move and divorced her husband? For many years Dickens’ biographers treated her as foolish and impulsive, but it’s high time you knew the truth about her! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to get rid of sleep problems? When was the last time you had a really great night’s sleep? Anything from body pain to your sleeping position to your emotions can disrupt your sleep cycle, causing you to wake up fatigued.
So what can you do to fall asleep when the sheep are nowhere to be found and that warm glass of milk doesn't help? A good night’s sleep is necessary for optimal health. So if you’re one of the millions of people in the world who suffers from a sleep disorder or you want to fall asleep faster, here're some quick unconventional tips for you, and sleep experts swear by them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The theory of multiple or parallel universes is one that blurs the line between scientific reality and science fiction. It’s a pretty huge topic of debate in the scientific community, with big names on both sides. If you believe that multiple universes exist, then maybe you can feel a little better about having the great genius physicist Stephen Hawking in your camp! He had a pretty spectacular theory on multiple universes.
This is the idea that everything you thought you ever knew – our planet, the solar system, our galaxy, all the other stars and galaxies out there as far as our fancy telescopes can see – it’s just one itsy bitsy piece of a really giant puzzle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your driving lessons are finally done. Your driver’s license is now in your hands, and you’re ready to set off into the sunset with your car. But there’s a lot of responsibility when it comes to driving, and even though it might not feel this way at first – knowing how to handle certain situations can be a true lifesaver.
Even with the slightest experience you get as a new driver, you might already feel like you know everything about the road. But there are a lot of things that you need to experience first-hand in order to know what you need to do. Here're some great examples to help you prepare. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s not so hard to imagine something mysterious like ships and planes vanishing in the infamous Bermuda Triangle. The ocean is big and full of wonders, after all. But what about, say, a lake? It’s not so absurd when we’re talking about one as huge as Lake Michigan. Yes, The Michigan Triangle is a thing, and it’s just as eerily inexplicable…
The triangle is situated in the lower half of the lake. It’s 16 times smaller than the Bermuda Triangle, but strange events happen here no less frequently, especially if you keep in mind the difference in size. Some witnesses report seeing a strange glow under the surface, others swear they saw a UFO in the skies over the lake, and so many just feel uneasy being there. So, you ready to dive in? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You might always not have an emergency kit with you, but there’s one thing you, me, and probably most other people on this planet will not leave the house without. That’s right, our phones! Yeah, you might be addicted to your phone, but it could end up saving your life in an emergency!
You can call 911 in North America or 112 in Europe even if the phone is blocked, deactivated, or it has no sim card inside! But let’s go a little more extreme. Imagine your phone has run out of power. If you can’t use it as intended, then just take it apart! A smartphone is full of survival treasures: the screen, wires, battery, chips. All of them will make your life much easier if you’re alone in the wilderness with nothing but a dead phone in your hand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Raise your hand if you’ve never experienced the stress of a lousy internet connection. Sometimes, the problem originates in the router’s settings or the poor service offered by the hired company. But most of the time, a bad Wi-Fi connection arises because of specific objects or furniture that we have at home that are too close to the router or our computers.
The Wi-Fi connection in your home will either save or ruin your day, and everything from your fridge to holiday decorations can contribute to a lousy connection. So let’s take a look at seven of these common connection enemies! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Asia is the biggest continent on this planet with a whole alphabet soup of countries and cultures for you to experience. If you have already or plan on making the trip, you might seriously feel like you’ve stepped into a whole new world!
China alone had approximately 60.74 million international tourist arrivals in 2017. And it’s no wonder! Asia has always attracted people with its architecture, nature, and culture. You feel like you’re in a totally different world where you can sometimes even lose yourself. Well, if you saw that movie Avatar, you’ll be convinced you’re on another planet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why are planes slow? Everything else is speeding up: smartphones, the Internet, the pace of life in general! So when are we going to get a superfast passenger jet that can cross continents in the time it takes to watch just one inflight movie versus several?
Speed has always interested engineers and pilots. At least at first, they were pretty good at getting these metal birds to fly faster and faster. As long ago as in 1945, a German test pilot reached a speed of 610 mph. But then, something happened and speed stopped growing. Any guesses why? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is it bad to charge your phone in the car? It’s what everybody does, but that doesn’t make it right! But why car-charging your phone may be a bad idea? So if you – like anyone – use a car’s lighter port to charge your phone, then there's something you should know.
By the way, there are other mistakes we all make when using smartphones. Do you know, for example, why you shouldn't use your phone when you have bad service? Or why it's not okay to use your phone as a camera way too much? Or why you better use a wireless charging pad at least sometimes? Let's look at the most common mistakes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Something that never gets boring is knowing random facts, as long as they are interesting of course! If you’ve been looking for some nice ice-breakers or just fun conversation starters, arm yourself with cool, unbelievable, and very interesting facts.
Twins can be born several months apart. The ostrich's eyes are bigger than its brain. A baby's likely to have more than 5 fingers on its hand if one of its parents has the same condition. Your taste receptors won't work without saliva. And you still can hear how the Universe was created around 13.8 billion years ago! Are these real facts or old wives' tales? Let's figure it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do black holes do? What do black holes really look like? The existence of black holes was predicted over a century ago with nothing but math equations. Now we’ve taken the first photo of one. But black holes still hold plenty of secrets. Like their even more mysterious mirror twins: white holes!
Imagine if we could record a black hole on video. Watch it pull in and consume any matter that gets too close, even light itself! Now take this recording and play it backward – this is what a white hole should be: the black hole’s “pushing away and matter-spewing” counterpart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When traveling between work and home on the subway, some of us often find ourselves wondering why it is that the handrail on the escalators moves faster than the steps themselves do. Well, this is not some kind of conspiracy but is in fact completely normal. So how does an escalator work? And why are those steps so steep anyway?
Our story begins in the 1890s – the early days of Coca Cola, Hershey’s Chocolate, and motion pictures! A strange contraption is being built at New York's Coney Island Park. The thing travels along a 25° incline and only goes up 7 ft. Yet spectators back then were amazed by the futuristic Moving Stairs! It was the world's first escalator, and it was just a temporary amusement park attraction! But let's see how the modern escalator works! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today it's impossible to find a person without a phone. And the number of cell phone users worldwide is rising! We are attached to them and keep them in our hands. We take them with us everywhere, even in the shower and in bed. But did you know that keeping your phone in some places can be...not a good idea. And pockets are one of the worst places to keep your phone. You can lose it, accidentally sit on it and crack the screen, get your pocket picked, or, even worse, expose your body to microwaves!
Remember learning about the electromagnetic spectrum in school? There are radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-rays, and gamma rays. They’re arranged based on how long the wavelength is – the shorter, the more dangerous for health. And your body can absorb those waves! So here's a list of places where you shouldn’t store your cell phone. By the way, did you know that phone is almost 7 times dirtier than a toilet seat? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We've all been there: You’re using your phone, and you're just about to click on something on a website when you see a pop-up. The message reads: “You’ve just won a $1,000 gift card, click here to redeem your prize”. When you proceed, it says you must answer 3 questions. But why are you seeing it, and what happens when you decide to continue? How safe is it?
Do you know why do smartphones have multiple cameras? Or what to do if your smartphone's battery is swollen. Have you ever wondered why phone charging cords seem so short? iPhone cables are usually about 3 feet long. Other companies make cords up to 5 feet, while some aftermarket cables can be 6.5 feet long. Btw, while you’re watching the Bright Side video, you might notice that your phone screen comes on for no reason. So, how about trying to figure that all out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey guys! Do you like true-life survival stories? Then check this one out. So, picture this - brakes screaming, a 6,200-ton freight train is desperately trying to stop. The two men controlling the machine are looking at the tracks before them in horror. They know they won’t come to a halt in time. So the conductor does the unthinkable…
It was a perfectly sunny day in Lafayette, Indiana, and Tila Marshall, mother of four, decided it was a good time to do some garden work. She went to her backyard and got down to tending the flowers, leaving her 19-month-old daughter Emily with her older brother. In the meantime, Robert Mohr and Rod Lindley were sitting in the cab of a locomotive making its slow but steady way through the flat Indiana landscape. When the locomotive rounded the curve, Lindley noticed something small on the tracks just a few hundred feet away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Planet Earth, our home... we've got so many questions about it! How was the Earth formed? How did animals get on Earth? Why did the Earth split into continents? When did the dinosaurs go extinct? Here's a video that'll show you the history of Earth in a nutshell. What if we could fit our planet's history into 24 hours? Let's watch the Earth evolve! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Which place on Earth hides the most secrets? The Bermuda Triangle, or some place that doesn't appear on Google Earth? How about a place with two-billion-old water? Would you dare to take a sip? An ancient pool was found in Canada and its water remained untouched for centuries! How did it happen? Here're 13 amazing places on Earth that hide ancient secrets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each camel has a hump... what for? You've probably heard the version that camels have those humps to store water. Well, it's a myth! They use them as a reservoir but for something else... Let's learn together, what's stored there! We've got plenty of other misconceptions debunked. Here're over 60 myths you believed your entire life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Does space smell like burnt steak? Is light always the fastest thing ever? Do black holes swallow everything around them like colossal funnels? There are a lot of myths and misconceptions about space, and even the most highly educated person might ask these questions.
We all know what the Sun is, why summer is hotter than winter, and that vacuum is absolutely empty. But do we, really? It turns out, lots of things we think are common knowledge at this point, in reality, are not so obvious. Let's reveal the truth behind these and other common myths about space! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to boost your cell signal at home? You probably know that metal filing cabinets and solid furniture, fridges, sculptures, and other massive design pieces all get in the way between you and phone signal. But did you know why large house plants are also an obstacle for good reception? Or that switching hands can help you get better signal?
Of course, you can type your zip code on special reception websites to find out where the cell towers are in your area. Then, you can simply move to the side of the building that’s closest to the tower. You could also get technical and buy a cell phone signal booster, or network extender. But there are non-obvious reasons why cell phone signals suddenly go bad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can an octopus attack a human? The giant pacific octopus is huge. An adult octopus is often 16 ft from the tip of one arm to the tip of another - that's almost like three adult people standing one on top of another! The largest specimens can also weigh more than 100 lbs! But the size record is held by a giant that grew to be 30 ft across and had the weight of a whopping 600 lbs!
It’s not that easy to come across the underwater giant. Octopuses are well-known introverts. o meet a giant octopus, you would need to travel to the North Pacific coast. It can be Japan, Alaska, British Columbia. Their everyday meal is shrimps, lobsters, clams, or fish. Their largest prey is sharks! So what would happen if you got caught by a giant octopus, which is several times your size? Would you manage to escape or survive such an encounter at all? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey! Quick test: are you slouching or looking down right now? Uh-oh, neck lines in the making! Neck lines and wrinkles don't care how old you are - they'll appear if you're in your 20s or 50s! That's why neck wrinkle removal is something everyone should be worried about no matter what their age! No problem, there are easy home treatments you can do to erase necklines today. No expensive creams or procedures, just try these and say hello to a smoother, softer, wrinkle-free neck! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What happens when a helium-filled balloon is released and rises into the atmosphere? How long does a balloon last in the sky? Well, let’s see. As it gets higher, the temperature and pressure around the balloon begin to fall. But the pressure inside stays the same, which makes the balloon constantly expand. It travels upwards for about an hour and a half, and reaches a height of about 28,000 feet, or 5 miles. That’s only a little less than the altitude that planes fly at. That’s when it goes pop, and the little pieces fall all the way back to the ground.
The Balloonfest ’86 was a fundraising event that took place in the city of Cleveland, Ohio. The goal was to set a new world record by releasing a huge number of balloons into the air. They wanted to release 2 million of them, and it took 6 months to organize. Just as it started to rain in the early afternoon, the balloons were released into the grey sky, setting a new world record. The colorful cloud filled the square. But as the rain became heavier, the balloons were pushed back down. The storm carried them back to the city... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey, no matter what – you should never lose hope. There are plenty of stories that prove this. Like the ones about young women who survived falls from incredible heights during plane crashes. Stories showing that the human spirit and willpower are invincible. Stories proving that miracles are real. Amazing survival stories.
Vesna Vulovic survived a fall from a record altitude of 33,000 feet. That’s higher than Everest. In a fall from this height, a person can reach 260 mph. That’s about as fast as the best racing cars in the world. You’d think nobody could still be alive after that, but Vesna Vulovic was, and here’s how it happened. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Annie Edson Taylor was born into a family with 8 kids. Her father was a flour mill owner. He passed away when the girl was 12, but he left enough money for his family to have a comfortable living. So, when Annie decided to build a schoolteacher career, there was nothing to prevent her from doing it. The woman spent decades of her life in all kinds of teaching jobs and moving between different places. All that traveling left her with almost no money and very few belongings. She needed to work out a way to bolster her bank account for when she wouldn't be able to work anymore.
One day, she was reading a newspaper article about the daredevils who had been riding out the dangerous rapids at the bottom of Niagara Falls. An idea occurred to her. "Hmm..." she thought. "Why don't I do better and actually plunge over the waterfall? If I survive, I'll become famous!" In truth, Annie had no doubt she would get out of this adventure alive. She was an exceptionally determined and upbeat woman. That's why she immediately got down to work, putting her plan into action... If you guys love incredible survival stories, check this one out - it'll definitely amaze you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Everyone knows the story of the "unsinkable" ship, Titanic. But do we know it well enough? It was the largest and most luxurious cruise liner of its day, measuring more than 882 feet long from prow to stern and weighing more than 46,000 tons. It boasted state-of-the-art technology and still didn't escape the tragedy.
What if the Titanic happened today? Could the passengers just climb the iceberg? How did some people manage to survive? Is there a way to see the famous shipwreck nowadays? These are just some of the questions you'll get answers to in this video. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wouldn't it be amazing if you had beautiful hair, thick eyebrows and long eyelashes without any effort? If every day wasn't even a good hair day but rather a great hair day? Actually, it's possible! All it takes to have nourished locks is some pretty simple maintenance care combined with good treatments.
For example, in order to have shiny hair, you can use masks made of simple ingredients you can find at home. Meanwhile eyelashes and brows require oil treatments - the result will amaze you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever paid attention to your hand position when you hold your phone? Experts say that holding an object in a one-hand claw grip isn’t a natural position that our hands are used to. It can even leave a mark, but it won't be there forever. Another thing you should look out for is “texting thumb.” Let's find out what other phone habits most people have are actually bad for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
19-year-old Jean Hilliard was driving home after meeting with a friend and lost control of ther vehicle on the slippery road. The air temperature was much lower than in a freezer, but Jean knew her friend lived nearby so she decided to walk there. After a while, she lost consciousness. The next morning, a rancher found her frozen body - it was like a statue. Yet, Jean managed to come back to life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cats and yarn - they go together like peanut butter and jelly! Only...they don't! No matter how many times you see it in movies or cute cat calendars, you should never give your kitty yarn or string to play with! Your cat can swallow it, and the end result can be really bad. Same goes for giving your feline friend milk, too many cuddles, and lots more common mistakes pet owners have no idea they're making! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every day you feel so tired and unmotivated, and you have no idea why! You're pretty sure you get plenty of sleep, you've tried every tip out there on how to be less lazy and more productive! But something keeps stopping you. Guess what? The problem could be the time zone you're living in! Researchers found out that time zones can negatively affect your health, productivity, and even your wallet! See if you're on the right or wrong side of the time zone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You heard it your WHOLE life from your parents and teachers! "If you swallow gum, it'll take 7 years to digest!" "Toilets in the Southern Hemisphere flush the opposite way!" "Once you shave, the hair grows back thicker and darker!" Wrong, wrong, wrong! It's time you finally unlearned some common myths we all thought were true! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You wake up every day in your comfortable modern life. Check your social media, quick breakfast in the microwave, no dinosaurs peeking in through the window of your 5th floor apartment. But wait, what if everyday you woke up in a world where dinosaurs roam the Earth?! Would humanity survive if people lived with dinosaurs and T-Rex stomping around outside!? The answer may surprise you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You're walking down the street when - uh oh! - a stray dog! 🐕 Of course dogs are people’s best friends, but sometimes even they can pose a serious danger! If you ever meet a stray dog or cat, you'll need to know exactly what to do and not to do!
And not only dogs! What do you do if you see a raccoon, possum, or coyote? There are also some crucial steps you should take to stay safe. And most people have no idea what they are! Now you'll know what to do if you ever come across a stray or wild animal! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feeling unsafe in your own house is not something any of us wants. If you don't have a good surveillance system, some foil over the front door handle can help you out. If someone tries to sneak into your house while you're sleeping, you'll notice the foil getting slightly ripped the next morning. A mug on the doorknob can be just as efficient! Find out about more simple and cheap but effective ways to protect your property and your data! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your eyes help you see the world in all its beauty. Although an eyeball is pretty small — the size of a ping-pong ball — it hosts more than 2 million working parts. Human eyes appeared long before modern gadgets and lifestyle habits were invented, so you're giving your eyes a pretty hard time now with all the technology. That's why you need to take good care of them - and give them regular workouts. Try these 8 simple but effective exercises to keep your vision sharp, and your eyes - healthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What was the weirdest thing you've ever found on the beach? It turns out, you could have run into an 8-feet Lego man if you had been on the beach in the Netherlands or England several years ago. It was a performance by a Dutch guerrilla artist who wanted to "bring some kindness into everyday life." If we consider the ocean's size, we can expect something strange now and then to pop up. And some things could be of good value - so prepare to book a trip to the seaside if you want to find them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
“It’s the latest news in tech! Foldable smartphones coming soon! The future is here!” Wait, we all had foldable phones back in the early 2000s! Yeah, the thing folded in half and flipped open with the flick of your thumb! Are we going back in time? The familiar, old flip phones (for anyone not old enough to remember) usually had a screen on one side and a keypad on the other, connected by a small hinge. The “clamshell” design.
But nowadays, we need bigger and bigger screens. We’re now working and studying from our phones, watching movies and shows, multi-tasking with split-screen features. Watch a YouTube video on one side, chat on social media on the other! So, no, the future will be nothing like the past – it’ll be all about a big long bendable screen! That’ll be a reality sooner than you think because foldable screens already exist thanks to OLED display technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
According to experts, rapid fatigue and pain in muscles and joints is 75% caused by the wrong posture at the computer and only 25% by the failure to respect the balance between work and rest. Bad habits of poor posture are a common cause for lower and upper back pain. Let’s search how you can make sitting before the PC easier on the body. Don’t worry, mastering a good posture doesn’t have to take a lot of time. In fact, it’s often just about being aware of your posture and making sure you don’t slouch in a chair or hunch your back when looking at your phone.
That would be easier to do if you buy a special office or gaming armchair. They have anatomical shape, and they can be adjusted to fit your frame perfectly. If you don’t feel like buying an expensive chair, at least get some lower back support. It can be a seat cushion or a chair back attachment that will hold your back in a natural position, so you won’t get up sore. Your eyes will get sore much less often if there’s no glare on the screen. Turn your monitor away from all sources of light, especially the sun. So, guys, if you sit on your laptop all day long, here are some really useful tips that can help you feel better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Until recently, robots were something we considered to be science fiction and something we'd never really come across in our lives. Today, we're seeing the appearance of robots more and more. In many large companies, robots have already replaced people. Packaging bots collect boxes for delivery. They speak with you on the phone instead of a human operator. There are restaurants in some countries where robots take your order, serve food, and pour your coffee as waiters.
In Japan, for a while, there was a hotel where the concierge, administrator, and cleaner were robots. But the hotel owner had to" fire" them because they couldn’t cope with their duties. Artificial intelligence can write an article on scientific and technical topics, but doesn't know what irony or sarcasm is. Neural networks can process photos, videos, and sounds, and help move technological progress forward. But can robots completely replace human beings? And what if robots lived among us? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can airplanes safely operate with one engine? What's the fastest commercial airplane ever produced? How do planes detect other aircraft? Everything connected with planes is well-planned and thought out. Perhaps it’s the main reason why a plane is the safest way to travel. Today, we'll answer the most popular questions about airplanes. Do you know, for example, why on airplanes, the captain sits in the left seat, and the co-pilot - in the right? Well, the reasons for that are historical.
One theory is related to horses, another one involves trains. These days, though, both seats have full control of the plane. And there are no regulations that would specify which seat the captain and the co-pilot should occupy. (Maybe it’s just rock-paper-scissors?) The world of aviation is fascinating, and we’d like to share with you the most interesting facts about planes and flying. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered what would happen if all electricity and water were shut off? We love strange and scary what-if scenarios, and we decided to imagine such a situation. So, picture this: You and your friends go out of the club and call a taxi. Ten minutes later, you’re all riding in comfort to your homes. From the corner of your eye, while chatting with your buddies, you register that street lights are out already, although it’s 3 a.m. and still dark outside.
The taxi drops you at your house and speeds away. The driveway is dark as well. Everyone’s probably asleep, no wonder. You walk to your front door. The motion-sensitive light doesn’t turn on. Now that’s weird. The bulb must’ve blown. You don’t turn on the lights in the hall, take your shoes off, and tiptoe to the bathroom. You turn the bath tap, but all it does is gurgle and let out a few grimy drops, and then it goes quiet. Wonderful! No light, no water — the best end of the night ever... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scientists proved that our productivity decreases due to spending time on our gadgets both during work and during our leisure time. Distraction is the biggest enemy of your productivity. But as a test, try to watch this video until the very end without clicking off. The video doesn't last even 10 minutes! Our tips will help you to work more productively, pump up your brain, relieve stress, and make your life better in general.
Did you know, for example, that it takes at least 23 minutes to get fully involved in the process of work after you've lost concentration for even a moment? Well, to be precise, it's actually 1,395 seconds. So to start being really productive, make your workplace as non-distracting as possible. Don't try to multitask. Chances are you won't complete anything challenging if you're scrolling your social media feed simultaneously. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spider silk is one of the most durable natural materials on the planet. Kevlar, of which body armor is made, is weaker than the stuff spiders produce inside their bodies. It’s hard to believe because if you’ve ever touched the spider web, you realized you can easily break it. That’s because spiders secrete a very thin layer of silk. Most metals would break in no time as well at such thickness.
The good news is that there are no huge spiders on our planet, which means you can’t get stuck in their trap. The bad news is that if thousands of spiders with the strongest silk in the world join together and weave a single big web, you’re in trouble. Let's imagine you got into the biggest spider web in the world. You hang in the air. Thousands of web strands vibrate and give the spiders a signal that their dinner is here. You don’t have a dagger or a machete to cut yourself free. The first thing you need to do is save your strength and energy. The more you resist, the more entangled you get... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How many bones are there in the human body? Well, the human skeleton is made up of lots of different bones that protect our organs and help us to move. We’re born with about 270 of them, and nearly all of our bones are connected to other ones. This number slowly decreases to about 206 by the time we’ve grown up. The exact amount of them can vary a little. About one in every 200 people is born with an extra rib, for instance. By the time we reach adulthood, our bones have stopped getting longer, although their density and strength still changes throughout our lives.
One of the amazing human body facts is that every one of your bones can be broken, including the smallest ones in your ears! Even the hyoid, a V-shaped bone at the base of the tongue which isn’t connected to anything else, can be damaged! In fact, it’s possible to break several bones even when playing video games. Getting even a small fracture is not a fun experience. Still, it rarely disrupts your life all that much. But imagine you ended up with a lot of broken bones all at once – like the ones in all four of your arms and legs, for example... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all know it's not okay to lie, but in some situations, it can be a lifesaver. If someone in the hotel lobby asks you if you're traveling alone, always tell them: "No, I'm with my friends." The same rule works for planes, trains, and any other transportation. If you ever need directions, and someone offers to walk you to the place, politely reject that offer: "I know how to get there." If you notice a flat tire after a visit to your favorite store or restaurant, go back in and ask someone to help you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How long can you hold your breath underwater? Aleix Segura Vendrell, a professional free diver from Spain, managed to hold his breath for 24 minutes and 4 seconds. I know, it's hard to wrap your mind around. But it got me wondering: could people live underwater?
Come to think of it, living underwater would have loads of advantages. For example, hurricanes and tsunamis wouldn't be dangerous anymore: in a deep-water house, you wouldn't even feel the raging waves. You wouldn't need a swimming pool if you decided to throw a pool party. But if people had to spend their lives in the water, they’d have to evolve and turn into a completely different species... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hurricanes are the strongest storms on Earth with winds moving at least 74 mph. Hurricanes also bring billions of tons of rain as they travel, and that can cause flooding. They look pretty scary, but if you know what to do in preparation for, during, and after one hits, you have every chance to weather the storm!
If the authorities tell you to evacuate, don't try to be a hero. You have to get into your shelter at least 2 hours before the hurricane is there. Even after you get the “all-clear” signal, you have to be really careful when going outside. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There was a time when the great southern landmass wasn’t just covered in ice-glaciers and penguins. It was filled with forests, flowers and all sorts of animal species. It even had a completely different climate.
According to fossil records found below the ice-caps, the icy continent was once a very hot place. In fact, it got so warm that the climate became tropical, like the one we see today around the Equator. So, how did we end up here? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I bet you’re so used to a smartphone in your hand that you’ve never even asked yourself a question: why in the world is it rectangular? Why not square or round, for example?
Or why, for that matter, you can’t use it when in gloves? Why is it not recommended to use your smartphone while it’s charging? Can that blue light from screens of smartphones and computers mess with your sleep? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We’ve managed to go hundreds of thousands of miles into space, but when it comes to the earth, we’ve barely scratched the surface. Our planet’s core is a magnificent mystery filled with secrets. It’s time to figure them out.
The Earth’s inner core is an extra hot solid ball that has a radius just 30% smaller than the Moon. Scientists figured out that most of the Earth’s mass is located towards the center of our planet. The temperature of the inner core is about 9800°F. While the melting point of pure iron is about 2,800°F, at the core, its melting point is around 11,000° F. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cockroaches are unsanitary and annoying pests that are unwelcome guests in any home. But the smelly and expensive pesticides out there on the market are just as unpleasant and unsafe! So ditch the toxic chemicals, and try these 100% natural ways to keep roaches out of your house for good!
Basic things like garlic, lemons, or vinegar will be your best friends if you want to get rid of those insects. If you try any of these natural remedies over time but it doesn’t seem to make a difference, then it’s probably high-time to call a professional! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here’s a pop quiz! Name three differences between an airplane and your car. If one of your answers was "I don't fall ten thousand feet when I run out of gas," you and I clearly think alike. But really, planes are pretty good at staying up in the air when an engine goes down.
That might seem strange at first; you wouldn't turn off your car while driving, after all, but there are a lot of reasons pilots might need to shut the engines down while still in the air. One of the most common causes is that something got into the engine’s air intake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Even though they’re a fraction of our size, seeing those eight-legged terrors scuttle around our homes can give us the creeps! Arachnophobia is the actual diagnosis of an “unreasonable” fear of spiders; but I don’t think it’s that unreasonable! Wouldn’t you just love to put your fear behind you?
Even for people who aren’t full-blown arachnophobes, suppressing the shudder of disgust most of us feel when we see a spider would take a long time. It turns out that a study done by Israeli scientists found a way to reduce the fear of spiders by 20% – in 7 seconds! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey, it’s the source of those 18 tiny shampoo bottles and bars of soap in that bottom drawer of your bathroom cabinet! Yep, I’m talking about hotels and all the stuff we like to take from them, even if we don’t use it! But be careful there, sticky fingers – you’re technically only allowed to take certain things!
By the way, if you ever want to take something from a hotel room but doubt you can, simply ask if you can purchase the item or check if your hotel has an online shop where you can buy all those cute pillows and soft blankets. Because, yeah, you can’t take the bedding and towels! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stonehenge, the Taj Mahal, the Great Pyramid of Giza – all incredible historical monuments and impressive engineering feats! But have you ever wondered how much it would cost to build these awe-inspiring landmarks nowadays?
For example, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Great Pyramid of Giza was built around 4,000 years ago. The whole thing was made with more than 2 million limestone blocks, each weighing about 2.5 tons. And it took tens of thousands of workers up to 30 years to complete the construction! If you decided to build such a colossal monument nowadays, the total price tag would be a jaw-dropping $1.2 billion! But it isn’t even the most expensive! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you’ve ever traveled by plane, you know how it goes. Knees tucked under your jaw. Feet wedged against the bag you stuffed beneath the seat in front of you. One elbow in your hip crease. The other fighting your neighbor for space on the arm rest. And the comforting “thud-thud-thud” of a kid kicking your seatback from the row behind you.
So why do airline seats have to be so small? Is it for financial reasons? And … has it always been like that? Let’s find it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When the pilot greets you on board, they’ll talk about the weather and flight duration after introducing themselves and the crew. But have you ever been on a flight where the Captain introduced the plane itself? I don’t mean “Boeing 737,” but something like “Miss Moneypenny” – really! You can’t make this stuff up! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that phone developers often leave "Easter eggs" within their product? Your phone's hiding secret tricks and features from you! You wouldn’t find them if you didn’t know where to look! (And tell us in the comments which ones worked for you!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Within every major city, there’s a hidden population. Each day is a struggle for survival, but these inhabitants have perfected the art. They’re unstoppable, indestructible, and cities can’t seem to solve the problem no matter what they do. Oh, Rats! How on Earth do they manage to thrive so well?
In New York City alone, there’s possibly 10 million rats, but some estimates put it up to 30 million! And those numbers grow exponentially. One mother rat can have 8 to 12 babies every 30 days if there’s enough food, water, and shelter. If you do some simple rat math, you’ll see that one couple can have 144 babies each year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you in a healthy relationship with your cellphone? You take good care of it, treat it with respect, and always keep it close… But---has your phone been coming home late, making lame excuses for their whereabouts, erasing their call logs so you can’t see who they’ve been communicating with? Are you sure that the relationship isn’t toxic? Сould be if you’re guilty of some all-too common mistakes. For example, when your phone is hinting it wouldn’t mind an update, treat it to one. Manufacturers work on them for a reason. They fix bugs and protect your gadget from possible threats. They do take some storage, but it’s well worth it. As long as you’re downloading from reliable sources, it’s 100% safe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Winter is coming, and it's time to prepare yourself AND your car for this tricky season. If you're lucky enough to live in the south where your wipers never get frozen to the windshield, it's one thing. But if you're not that lucky you sometimes have to spend hours digging my car out of snow! Well, it’s good there're have some useful tricks!
Do you know, for example, how to recognize black ice? Or how not to waste tons of time in the morning trying to defrost and warm up your car? Or why you should never pour warm water onto the windshield? Wanna save yourself quite a bit of time and effort in the winter months? Check out these tips! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is the difference between a tornado and a hurricane? And what about typhoon? First, let’s get it straight: all these weather phenomena have to do with strong winds. Not my-umbrella-got-torn-from-my-hands strong, mind you, but rather my-house-got-blown-away-to-the-Land-of-Oz kind of thing. Yet before we get to the actual difference between hurricanes and typhoons, we must understand that they’re one and the same thing called a tropical cyclone.
If you live in moderate or colder climates, there’s nothing for you to worry about, even if your house is right by the seaside, because you’ll only hear about cyclones from the news. After all, they’re called tropical for a reason: they only form in tropical or subtropical areas, because they need warm water to get things going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our lovely climate – from tropical to polar, arid to damp, and all that “just-right” temperate in between. It comes in all flavors, and it’s been constantly changing since the very birth of our planet Earth… So, guys, if you're brave enough, I wanna take you on a journey to the past to find out what was the Earth climate like before!
So far, all I know is that everything was completely different in the old days. For example, 4.5 billion years ago it was super hot and molten all over. You could see the entire oceans of magma everywhere. And it took almost a billion years for our planet to take its solid form... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Even if you don't know anything else about airplanes, you know the wings are a pretty important part of the whole system. It’s the one idea we took from birds, after all. Not counting the absence of feathers, the most significant change human engineers made over the original design was that plane wings tend to not move. Or do they?
In fact, a plane's wings might not flap, but they can certainly bend. In fact, they bend quite a lot for something we're used to thinking of as completely solid and stiff. If you've ever been seated on a plane with a good view of the wings, you might’ve noticed they tend to bounce up a bit during turbulence. What causes this to happen, and how far can a plane's wings bend before they break? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What can be better than sailing off on a yacht into the blue waters of the ocean? Salty wind in your face, waves rocking the deck under your feet… But wait, what’s that? It’s a storm coming! Yeas, guys, going out into the open sea without proper gear is asking for trouble. That’s why your fight with the elements begins even before you set sail.
First of all, weather conditions both above and beneath you will clearly warn you of what to expect straight ahead. So you better learn to read the wind, the clouds, and the currents, and always keep an eye on the barometer. Keeping track of all these things just might let you escape the storm. If you don't manage to do that, well... here are some pro tips for you to get out of it in one piece. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Travelers have always been vulnerable. Centuries ago they were attacked by pirates, but nowadays most of the thefts happen on a digital level. In 2019, transport became the second priority for cybercriminals, right after financial organizations. USB chargers might be traveler-friendly and installed in public places for their convenience, but they're not necessarily safe.
IBM Security experts say that cybercriminals use USB ports in airports, train stations and other public places to steal personal data from your gadgets. They have no difficulty modifying USB ports by installing special software that steals the owner’s personal data, including bank information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the quietest sound imaginable? Okay, nobody can answer this question cause the loudness (or quietness of this sound) is nearly immeasurable. It's the sound of air molecules moving around us. And they move all the time, vibrating, and therefore technically making a sound.
But what about something a bit louder? The sound of the quietest room in the world is around -20dB, which means that it’s 20dB below the hearing threshold of our ears. This room isn’t just quiet; it’s basically swallowing any sound it encounters. This room is called the Microsoft chamber and is found in Redmond, Washington. Interested? Then how about a unique excursion into the world of sounds? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It seems like there are Wi-Fi hotspots literally everywhere these days. You can connect to the net at restaurants, banks, office buildings and, in many places, public transportation. But what about airplanes?
A few years ago, boarding a commercial airliner meant cutting yourself off from the rest of the world – communications wise. Now, more and more airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi. You might be thrilled, but it turns out there are people who beg to differ. So, what’s up? Is inflight Wi-Fi a bad thing? And how do planes get the Internet from 35,000 feet above the ground? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever stopped to think about how much we rely on buses? Whether you use one for school or utilize public transit, buses are so engrained in our daily lives that there’s a lot of questions we could—and should—be asking about them!
Do you know what exactly is “School Bus Yellow”? It’s not really that primary yellow color. School buses are their own unique shade of yellow—you might even see it on a crayon! Also, there are a lot of laws that surround buses. And the rules are particularly tight for school buses! For example, steering wheels on school buses are subject to yearly inspections. By the way, why are they so big? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every now and then, you get stuck in traffic. So what do you do? You stare blankly at your windshield, right. And you probably notice the little black dots around the edges. Ever wondered what those are for?
But black dots aren’t the only part of your car that might have you wondering, “What on Earth is that for?” Since you’re still looking at your windshield, did you notice that little line with an arrow pointing down and AS1 written on it? Or what about the black lines going across the back window and that little snowflake on your dashboard? Let's figure out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You wake up because the ground is shaking. Ah, nothing new - a Diplodocus has just passed by your house. You look out of the window - oh, no! Nope, you haven't somehow come round in Jurassic Park. That's what your life would’ve been if the asteroid had hit Earth just several seconds later.
Yep, the very asteroid that collided with our planet about 65 million years ago, causing havoc across the globe and wiping dinosaurs out. It turns out that if this asteroid had fallen a mere 10 seconds later, you wouldn't recognize Earth these days. Let's see what your day in this new (even though only for you) world would look like! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I don’t know what happened, but it all started a week ago. I was remembering the good old times and playing Morrowind, and I lost track of time. Late at night, I just fell asleep in front of my PC, and that’s when the crazy stuff began. I woke up because I heard the voice of Jiub… right in front of me.
He was addressing me — not my character, but me. I thought I was still dreaming, but I could literally smell the prison ship, and it was all so… real. Then I accidentally bumped into a table on the way to the exit, and it hurt a little. That’s when I knew it wasn’t a dream at all... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People have been to space, they have invented antibiotics, you can chat with your friends with the help of your watch! But once elevator doors close, all our gimmicky phones just quit! But the worst thing is that there’s nothing we can do about it.
In most cases, radio waves easily penetrate all kinds of materials, but massive chunks of solid stuff, such as rock or metal can stop them. For example, if you’ve ever driven in a mountainous region, you might have noticed that your phone signal vanished and reappeared again. This mystery has a simple explanation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Snakes! They look like an alien species, and some of the things they’re capable of will convince you they’re not from this planet! They see in infrared, they shed their skin, and have you seen that weird-looking tongue?
Snakes don’t use their tongue like we do. Think about it: you really don’t have time to taste something if you can only swallow food whole without chewing it. Instead of using it to taste, snakes smell with their tongues. That’s why they always flicker it in and out – they want to catch nano-particles in the air that will tell them if their prey or some kind of danger is nearby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered why doctors wear white coats, and cooks have those big old floppy caps? What do teachers and pilots have in common? How much do professional line sitter and pet food taster earn? Maybe you know why firefighters shave every day? (Actually, they can wear a mustache but not a beard!)
You'll also learn much more about different professions from this video. And watch it till the end if you wanna find out which jobs are the most unusual. Yup, there are REALLY fascinating and interesting professions that are not widely known. Take a look — maybe you will choose one of them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Getting on a plane to go somewhere today is almost as simple as catching a train or a taxi. But a century ago it was way more complicated. If you look at photos of aircraft passengers from the 30s, they’re rarely seen without their jackets or coats on. That wasn't just for the sake of fashion. It was really chilly inside since heated cabins were still rare back then.
There were some things you couldn’t fix just by donning an extra layer of clothing. Remember those vomit bags that are still present on most jets, even though hardly anyone ever needs them anymore? They originated from a time when not puking during the flight was a real challenge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
All over the world, but especially in Asia, jellyfish are a popular food. In fact, so many people swallow jellyfish — on purpose — that the world harvests almost 354,000 tons of them every year! In China, they even raise baby jellyfish in ponds and then move them to the ocean to increase the jellyfish population.
But to swallow Mr. Jelly at the beach is a really bad idea for both of you. Even common jellyfish can make you really sick, and all jellyfish have stingers. You might not think so, because in some, the stingers are too short to pierce human skin. Those ones won’t hurt us. That is … unless you swallow them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You know how when you watch your first superhero movie or play your first action game, you start wishing really hard to get superpowers? Well, that’s what happened to me. The problem is, my wish came true.
One day, I was playing a video game and got the 6th sense – eagle vision. It was awesome! I could see in the dark, spot people who were hiding from me, and see details from miles away. Before I went to bed, I started thinking about what it would be like in real life... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that the Earth's orbit isn’t a circle, but an oval-shaped ellipse? And the length of the day is actually not 24 but 23.93 hours. We, humans, take these facts for granted. But what if one day, we had to move the entire planet to a completely new orbit and change the existing order?
Before we figure out if there’s any way to push our planet out of its orbit, let's find out why we might need to do so! The thing is that our doomsday is approaching. Even if the planet doesn't get overheated due to global warming, the sun will finish it off... But don't be scared, it’s not happening Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You know how when you watch your first superhero movie or play your first action game, you start wishing really hard to get superpowers? Well, that’s what happened to me. The problem is, my wish came true.
One day, I was playing a video game and got the 6th sense – eagle vision. It was awesome! I could see in the dark, spot people who were hiding from me, and see details from miles away. Before I went to bed, I started thinking about what it would be like in real life... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For many of us, the seasons tell us a lot — like what holiday is coming up or what delicious seasonal food there might be at the local grocery store. But what if there were no seasons, or only one season all year round?
Well, humans probably wouldn’t have met up with other humans much, and settlements would be scattered. If humans couldn’t put their brains together, there are a lot of inventions that we wouldn’t have today. We may never have learned to use tools. We may never have basic technology! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey guys! Did you know that not only did we domesticate cats over 10,000 years ago — we did it twice? How did we convince these finicky felines to move in? Okay, we didn’t. It was probably their idea. Even though cats are domesticated animals, it’s more accurate to say that cats domesticated themselves.
But cats weren’t the first animals to do so. That honor goes to the dogs. Dogs fell in love with us the moment we started the whole hunting and cooking over fire thing. Cats, of all kinds, were lurking around those same campfires, but they had no interest in helping us hunt or herd, and our attempts to train them failed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can you imagine boarding a plane only to find all the seats facing away from you? You might think there must be some kind of mistake. But turning the seats around would actually be the best way to get passengers from A to B! Why?
Well, at least because backward-facing airline seats are safer than forward-facing ones. They provide extra support for the head and torso. Our backs are scientifically proven to withstand more shock than our chests and front. So why don’t airlines have the option of rear-facing seats? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
She was headed to her favorite store that only opened nearer to the winter holidays and had all kinds of wonderful stuff. She cherished this knowledge as something very close and personal: the store was small and not really well-known because of its peculiar schedule, so Leslie felt as if she was touching upon some secret.
But her singing mood was brought up short when she saw the “For rent” sign on the shop window. She couldn’t believe her eyes. It seemed to her that the world suddenly stopped spinning. Upset and downtrodden, she already turned to leave, thinking about what she would do now when she noticed a small piece of paper tucked between the door and the jamb... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you think about it, what could be more frightful than whizzing through the air at over 500 miles per hour in a big pressurized aluminum tube, 6 miles up, where the air outside is too thin to breathe, and the temperature is lower than -40 F?
Any one of these things is dangerous by itself, and commercial flights include them all at the same time. No wonder thousands of people are afraid of flying. They’re only protected by a thin metal skin! But are planes really that dangerous? The good news is that statistics are on the side of aviation. They prove that airplanes are the safest means of travel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We’ve explored a fraction of the ocean, most of the Earth, and parts of our Solar System. But, do you ever wonder what everything around us is made up of? You might be surprised that the most abundant elements in the universe are limited on Earth.
What happens below the Earth’s crust is inaccessible to us, but not for our lack of trying. In 1970, we tried to dig a hole that would go below the crust. The hole was just 9 inches in diameter, and it’s considered to be the deepest hole in the world – in terms of true vertical depth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to protect yourself from a virus when flying? A plane cabin is a small closed space with dozens of people in it. So no wonder that you can catch a virus from a sick person. During the flight, you get attacked by all those bacteria that each of the passengers brings with them.
Besides, it’s always either too hot or too cold inside airplanes, and it looks like those air vents above the seats are made just to blow us away or at least make us catch a draft. Well, if you usually shut them, you'll be interested to know that it's quite the opposite. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would happen if the Earth were 100 times bigger? Well, if you really want to know, I'll share with you the story of the greatest disaster ever. The thing is that I was witness to that unprecedented event. So, it began as slight jolts from under the ground. Nobody really paid attention to them. People thought these were just minor earthquakes. In just a year, the jolts became much stronger and more frequent. In some areas, they turned into full-fledged earthquakes, doing a lot of damage to cities and villages.
Worse still, previously dormant volcanoes began waking up. All over the world, people started raising alarm. Scientists talked a lot about climate change and the impact of humankind, but it was obvious nobody really had any definitive answers. As months went by, earthquakes and volcano eruptions gradually grew in power and frequency. We stopped building big and sturdy apartment buildings, opting for lightweight 3D-printed houses. Neighbors were helping one another, and whole towns united their efforts to build strong communities and prepare for the worst together. And the worst came sooner than we expected... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Paris, New York, London... many people want to visit these cities and have an unforgettable experience. But how about a trip to one of the strangest places on Earth? To the village, for example, where only little people live? Their small houses are built of clay and stone and resemble small castles. They’re fabulous! About 100 people live in the town. No one is more than 4 feet 4 inches tall or more than 50 years old.
Or have you ever heard of a city built of diamonds? At first glance – this is an ordinary European town with beautiful architecture and small, cozy streets. But if you look at the city from afar, it seems to you that it glistens in the sun. When people were building this city on the crater, they had no idea they had been building it with the precious gems... So, here's a guide to the most unusual places ib the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each person is unusual and beautiful in their own way, but some of them stand out in the crowd way more than others. Their unique bodies, abilities, and even incredible love stories make them more than just extraordinaire. We have nothing left to do but admire them. For example, Robert Wadlow was and still is the tallest man ever. He towered at 8’11” (2.72 m) – grown men’s heads reached him at waist-level! “The Giant of Illinois” was last measured in 1940 and still holds the record 80 years later.
On the other end of that spectrum, we have the shortest man ever. He was just 21.5 inches (54.6 cm) tall. His head wouldn’t have reached Wadlow’s knee-height. But there are really strange records. For instance, one soccer referee holds the record for serving 36 red cards during one game. He sent off 22 players, all substitutes, and coaches after a brawl broke out. So, yes, world records offer us fascinating factoids. Here are some of the strangest achievements that are quite interesting to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We are used to judging books by their covers. We see a person and pay attention to different details of his/her face: nose, eyebrows, lips, eye color. Sometimes we even do it unwillingly, without any particular reason. However, there're different scientific explanations of correlation between aspects of different body parts and a person's character.
Even though different aspects of your body are based on genetics rather than personal preference or choice, there are still parts of your body that can convey a lot of things about your inner self. Genetics can determine a lot of things about our future and the way we perceive the world through our genes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The cobra is one of the most dangerous snakes in the world. Their venom paralyzes the nervous system and causes vision problems, muscle weakness, difficulties breathing, and, well, nothing good from there. A King Cobra’s venom is so toxic, a single bite is enough to take down 20 grown people! Some cobras can spit venom from several feet away. They aim for the eyes, and they shoot with 90% accuracy – possibly causing blindness.
But there's a village in India where cobras are welcome here as a member of the family! The small village of Shetpal is really one of the strangest places in the world. In this village, every home has a special corner called Devasthan. It’s dedicated just to cobras – a safe place where they can sleep, have lunch, relax, and escape the scorching sun. People feed the snakes meat and eggs, even play with them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you had a house guest that didn’t use a coaster? Or, you've gone on vacation, and all of your clothes have become crinkled inside the luggage. There are simple solutions for these and many other little problems you might face at any time. You don't need to worry about them anymore, as you can solve them following some simple but effective everyday tips. Now you will know what to do when you’ve left your car keys locked inside the car or run out of standard batteries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Paul Anderson broke the world record for the greatest weight ever raised by a human being – he could carry 8 people on his back! But still, we’re pretty weak little things. The average person can carry something about 15% of their weight. Of course, there are some super strong people than can lift up to 500 lb, but they can manage it only for a few seconds.
But if we had a jumping spider’s force, we’d all be superhumans! They can hold 170 times their weight. If we had the same strength, the average person could then lift about 25,000 lb – that’s 2 full-grown African elephants. So, how does our species compare to the heavyweight lifters, pullers, pushers, and biters of the animal kingdom? What's the strongest animal in the world? By the way, is an ant stronger than an elephant? And what animals are stronger than a gorilla? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We can’t imagine our everyday life without smartphones that have different apps that can easily turn into universal gadgets. Most people are accustomed to using only certain functions on their phones and end up ignoring the vast possibilities that they have right at their fingertips. For example, did you know that if your TV remote has disappeared or run out of batteries, you can replace it with your phone and navigate your TV with it?
So, yes, apart from the usual functions, our gadgets have numerous built-in tricks that can make our lives much easier in all kinds of situations. And even your smartphone does almost everything for you, that doesn’t mean you know about all it has to offer. We gathered a list of several ways that you can get the most out of your smartphone. Buckle up, because we’re about to find out some fun smartphone tips and tricks together! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is time traveling only possible in movies? But did you know that you go to the future every time you fly on a plane? And it's not about the time zones changing. When you fly in an airplane at a high altitude where gravity is weaker, you get older by a few nanoseconds faster. And this happens during each flight.
By the way, gravity also makes the time go slower. The closer you are to the Earth, the slower the time goes. Say, there are two identical twins. One lives on the ground floor of the Empire State Building, and the other on the top of it. 80 years later, the second twin will be 90 billionths of a second older than the twin who lives on the ground floor! But how is it possible? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to save money while traveling? What is the easiest way to identify your luggage? What to do when your flight is delayed? Long lines that make you late, forgot your wallet when it’s time to pay, your flipflops snapped! Worse if it happens when you’re traveling and far away from home. Sounds familiar? Then check out these tips to get more enjoyment from your next trip.
And first, don’t overspend on tickets! The best time to buy them is about 7 weeks before the trip. If you missed that window, you still have a chance to save since prices can change at any time. Just sign up for email alerts. And don’t buy tickets for Sunday, it’s the most expensive day to fly. But which day is the best for that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Guinness Book of Records has already existed for 65 years. Every year it approves around 6,000 records out of 50,000 applications. And it seems to be no end to the ways people make or break records. Many of them do really bizarre stuff. Balance these traffic cones on your chin while skating backward on high heels and swinging a pool-sized hula hoop around your body!
Yep, Guinness World Records show that everyone in the world is the best at something. Although sometimes it can be hard to stand out from the crowdб, people on our list have been successful at getting some serious attention. While some of them were born with their extra talents and features, others have achieved recognition thanks to some persistence and creativity. So, here are the 12 most bizarre world records. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020 has been a very strange year so far, don't you think so? One might even beg to rewind this year and go back to the previous one. So let's remember, what an amazing year 2019 was. And it truly was, as 2019 was full of mind-boggling discoveries and scientific breakthroughs. Some of the discoveries were so unexpected that it's hard to believe they actually happened.
For example, scientists found out that if people started having 6 fingers, the brains would easily adapt to it. Also, in 2019 a group of scientists grew human taste cells in a lab, they actually discovered those had an ability to smell, just like our noses. Meanwhile, outside of our planet some unusual things happened as well. The supermassive black hole at the center of our Milky Way Galaxy lit up twice as brightly as usual. What a bright year indeed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Where's the rainiest place on Earth? Imagine being in a place with no sun. It's dark and gloomy. All you see from day to day is low-hanging sullen clouds. All you hear is the pattering of rain on the roof of your house. After several weeks with no sight of clear sky, you realize you're stuck in the wettest place on Earth. But this understanding will come later.
Okay, you wanted to find some unusual place to visit in India, and right now, you're a newcomer to the village of Mawsynram in Indian state Meghalaya, one of the weirdest places on Earth. This place has even got to the Guinness World Records for having the highest annual rainfall! Every year, they have more than 467 inches of rain. That's so much rain that the Statue of Liberty would be up to her knees in the water! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever asked yourself why airport parking costs you nearly as much as an actual plane ticket? Well, airport parking lots are a business just like any other. The land on which they’re built, the construction of the lot itself, the maintenance of the whole thing once it’s already in operation — all that costs a handsome amount of money. And yes, it's super comfortable and saves you a good amount of time, so it might be worth the money. If you don't think so, better take a cab or public transportation to the airport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered why buses have such huge steering wheels? Or that chocolates always have a zig-zag pattern on the bottom? Just like your car has a weird pattern of black dots on its windows. And have you ever wondered why grocery stores don't have windows? All those things might seem meaningless, but they actually do have a meaning and sometimes hide secrets of items you use every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered why buses have such huge steering wheels? Or that chocolates always have a zig-zag pattern on the bottom? Just like your car has a weird pattern of black dots on its windows. And have you ever wondered why grocery stores don't have windows? All those things might seem meaningless, but they actually do have a meaning and sometimes hide secrets of items you use every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you rely on advanced technology to protect your car from being stolen? Experts say 43% of people don't check the door handle to make sure their car is locked before walking away. And sometimes all you need to steal a car is a plastic bottle! Learn about the old and new tricks thieves might use to take away your vehicle. It's easier than you might think to stay safe and keep your property unharmed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If your dog keeps scratching the entrance door and wandering around the house, tries to hide in the corner, howling and barking - it might be the right time to evacuate. The pup probably knows an earthquake is approaching. If you see the water retreat from the beach really fast - a tsunami must be on the way. Sometime nature is sending us signals we can't read. Learn to understand them to know when natural disasters are on the way to stay safe and protect your dear ones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Covered in darkness and miles underwater, the Mariana Trench is the deepest oceanic trench on Earth. Because of the risky conditions, people aren't able to explore this location without proper equipment. No wonder it's been so difficult to explore! But what would happen if you dropped a steel ball down there? Would the ball be strong enough to sustain the pressure on the bottom? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you're going on vacation and hoping to see the highest mountain in the world from your window seat - this dream is unlikely to come true. But why are commercial airplanes actually banned from flying over Everest? The area is rough, filled with snow, and has almost no flat surfaces. The low oxygen environment at such an altitude means there's likely to be a lot of turbulence, so it gets really difficult to maneuver the airplane. And, among the few airports located in the Himalayas, there's one considered the most challenging to land in the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you sure we're alone in our Galaxy? Or maybe there are other civilizations lurking somewhere out there, in the depths of the Milky Way? Some theorists reviewed human's history and past actions towards one another and assuming they were somehow like us, used this to calculate the probability of space invaders. They determined that there could be 4 evil Civilizations in our Galaxy! Are you ready to meet them? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered what the button on the top of your baseball cap is for? Or maybe you know the true purpose of the high-heeled shoes? Back in the 10th century, they prevented riders' feet from constantly falling out of the stirrups. And in Ancient Rome, salt was so precious that people even called it white gold. Some things you use, wear, or eat every day, are more interesting than they might seem as they have their own secrets and hidden purposes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Where does outer space start? Where's the edge of space? Right now, you’re moving 85 times faster than the speed of sound. Yep, we’re all spinning around the Sun on our spaceship called Earth at 18 miles a second. Protected by an invisible bubble – the atmosphere. So how can we know where it ends and space begins?
Hard to say since there’s no visible border. As you go up and further away from the surface, the air gets cleaner, less dense, and gradually disappears. At some point, it loses enough density that airplane wings stop working. That’s about an hour’s drive if you’re going highway speeds... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cruise ships are impressive. And whether you prefer to spend your vacations on land or at sea, there are some cool facts about cruise ships that might be interesting to you. What's the biggest ship in the world? How does such a massive hunk of metal stay afloat? Why do people cut cruise ships in half? Wait. What?
Yep, cruise lines continue to transform their ships, making them more high-tech and equipped with the newest gadgets and coolest gismos. And there is a thing they keep doing, and that's cutting their ships in half! Why on Earth would they do that? The first idea that comes to mind when you see workers making cuts in a ship's hull - the vessel's come to the end of its life. But it's not really like that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One of the best ways to impress someone, become part of a new group, and be the life of any party is to tell them a few rare and fascinating facts. Besides, this is a great way to start an interesting conversation and share some new and thought-provoking things.
Have you ever wondered why there are no dogs in Antarctica? How snails survive in winter? Or why shirt logos are always on the left? There's actually a reason for these and many other things in your daily life. So here's another compilation of funny and unusual facts about everything that can make even a boring conversation exciting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s kinda hard to surprise anyone these days. Unless you have some random weird facts up your sleeve. Like what people used before toilet paper was invented! (Hint: it grew out in the garden!) Or that Australia drifts North each year because of tectonic plate movements. Or that trees don’t improve the air quality on city streets. On the contrary, they can make it worse.
The world around us is wonderful and unpredictable. Anf it doesn’t matter which source of learning you choose as long as you’re learning and gaining knowledge. In this video, you’ll find some interesting and amazing facts about the world that can sparkle any conversation. Maybe they will even change the way you see the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As technology gets more and more advanced, we get to learn more amazing facts about Space than before. All of them shed light on what's happening right above our heads, outside our Planet Earth. Did you know that our planet's inner core is as hot as the Sun? And the Sun is 400 times bigger than the Moon - pretty cool, huh? How about the fact that Venus has more volcanoes than any other planet in the Solar System?
Space is such a bizarre and unique place with mysterious moons, remote galaxies and strange phenomena that elude explanation. Don't miss a chance to get a bit of that explanation with these 68 curious facts about Space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to extend phone battery life? How to charge your phone twice as fast? How to enable the burst mode on your smartphone? Whatever you do with your smartphone, you’re probably not using all its functions to the max. Do you know, for example, that your phone sometimes just freezes and refuses to do anything at all because you don't let your battery get a proper rest at night?
We are all experienced smartphone users, but it’s impossible to know all the secrets and tricks because smartphones are getting more and more advanced. So here are tips that’ll help your smartphone last longer and some awesome smartphone features you might not have heard about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why you're not seeing results from working out? How long does it really take to see fitness results? Let's figure out! And here's my story. One of my New Year's resolutions this year was to work out regularly and bulk up. I'm not gonna lie to you, I don't spend every evening at the gym. But when I do get there, I work super hard and… still don't see any results! How come?
I decided to consult a professional fitness trainer, and he asked me 3 questions. Are your workouts irregular? Do you try to work two or more muscle groups on one day, like your legs and back, for example? Do you often get on this or that machine just because it's free? I nodded silently three times, and with every nod, I was realizing something was wrong with my workout... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How many photos are taken each year? The first camera goes back more than 200 years. Since then, people have taken trillions of images. By the way, today, more pictures are taken every two minutes than were taken throughout the 1800s. But there are some things we've never managed to catch in photos.
For example, even though women have been going on space missions since 1963, but none of them has been caught strolling on the Moon yet. Or Banksy making art. This anonymous graffiti artist covers walls with social commentary and humorous art. But he has never been seen or photographed while creating his masterpieces! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We compare tons of things every day to reveal their similarities and differences. We get used to analyzing the world around us in such a way that we don’t even notice this pattern of our behavior anymore. Comparison helps us to discover the nature of different objects and gives us a deeper understanding of the world.
What's the biggest spider ever discovered? What's the largest bird known to people? What's the fastest land animal in the world? Nature provides people with all kinds of extreme things that are super fun to compare! What's the fastest planet in the Solar System? How old is the most ancient volcano on Earth? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Where in the Solar System do you think you would be the strongest? Gravity changes on different space bodies, and it affects your lifting power. So, here's your membership to the space gym that includes free transportation between space bodies. You start with Pluto and find out that you can't do any sports that involve running because if you did, you'd most likely fly away. But what you can do here is elephant lifting! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all want to keep our houses pest-free, but the chemical pesticides in stores are way too toxic and harmful for using anywhere near your home, family, and pets. If these chemicals can kill insects, surely they cannot be good for us and it’s better to use something natural and safe when it’s possible. So if you wanna know how to get rid of ants found around the house using natural ways, this video is right what you need.
Did you know, for example, that coffee grains contain diterpenes which are highly toxic for ants? Leave a couple of grains or some ground coffee wherever ants might have access to. Peppermint is known to repel insects naturally. Not only it repels ants, it also keeps fleas, caterpillars, spiders, and even lice away! You can also make a DIY anti-pest spray. You can be sure about the ingredients this spray’s gonna contain and there’s no way you’re gonna be allergic to it - you control all the ingredients! So, here are ways that are just as effective as using chemicals but not as harmful to you and your family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hopefully you'll never find yourself in a falling elevator or facing an angry bear, or lost in the middle of a desert, or suffering from a frostbite. However, if something dangerous happens, it's important to know how to act in such situations. You never know what life's preparing for you. In order to be forearmed and ready to face any situations on your way, check out these survival tips that might save your life one day.
For example, do you know that one of the main rules you should follow in a falling elevator, is not to stand up straight. One more rule is not to jump... ever! Jumping will not save your life. The best option is to lie flat on the floor. This position will distribute the force across your entire body. And one more obvious but important thing: don't panic! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You can find anything you want on the Internet. Answers to any questions, shortcuts, solutions - any information you need. However, it's so much cooler to impress you friends with your knowledge even without peeping at the screen of your gadget!
For example, did you know that reindeer change the color of their eyes from gold in summer to blue in winter. These animals may be best known for fictional Rudolph's glowing red nose, but it turns out, their eyes are quite fascinating too! The change in eye color helps reindeer eyes capture more light during dark winter months in the Arctic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to understand your dog better? Dogs’ minds are a mystery and no one knows what’s going on in there like when they accidentally pull out a new, strange thing. Unpredictable and unexpected, they run in circles, fight with furniture, and watch TV all while keeping us guessing. But one thing stays clear: even if we can’t explain dogs’ behavior, we’ll never get bored of having them by our side.
According to studies, the domestic dog is a subspecies of the gray wolf, and their behavior has the same roots and common features. When you try to read a dog’s mood, pay attention to many details like their tail, ears, teeth, eyes. Otherwise, you may miss something important! For example, if your normally amiable pooch suddenly starts growling at you when you look it in the eye, well, stop doing that: dogs take such a straightforward look as a challenge and may even attack or start barking at you. So, we decided it's time to decode all those hidden signals dogs give out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So, guys, we keep exploring some amazing facts about the human body. Did you know, just by sitting at your computer you take 12–15 breaths per minute? That’s thanks to the world’s most powerful sponges keeping you alive – your lungs. At room temperature, you inhale around 25 sextillion molecules with just one breath. That’s 25, followed by 21 zeros. Breathing is the most important thing our body does. People can't live without breathing. Let's find out how human lungs work!
The lungs have a pinkish color and they’re made of soft, elastic, and spongy tissue. Each of your lungs is inside a sack of tissue and it’s attached to it by a thin layer of liquid – kind of like runny glue. The sack creates a smooth surface to allow your lungs to expand every time you breathe. Do you know that your lungs have a different size and shape? The right lung is shorter than the left because it needs to make room for your liver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The village of Barwan Kala is one of the most unusual places in the world. For 50 years, it hadn’t seen a single wedding. 121 – the highest number of unmarried men in the entire state of Bihar, India! This so-called “Village of Bachelors” wasn’t a paradise for singles to enjoy their solitude by conscious choice. No, it was much more complicated than that…
Nobody came to this remote little pocket because it was so cut-off from the rest of the world! For a long time, the village didn’t have electricity, water, phone network, healthcare center – they didn’t even have a road into and out of the place! If residents wanted to go to the closest town (nearly 30 miles away), they had to walk through winding hills and a dense jungle for 4 hours! Let's find out more about one of the strangest places on Earth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This planet's called "The Jewel of the Solar System." Made up mostly of gases, it could float on water - should you find a reservoir 75,000 miles across and just as deep. But what makes the planet so recognizable is its beautiful rings - gray, tan, and beige. They consist of dust, rocks, and ice. Some bits are as tiny as grains of sand, others - as large as skyscrapers. It's Saturn, and right now, Earth is hurtling toward it at breakneck speed. So what would happen if Saturn hit Earth? What happens when planets collide?
Okay, let's imagine that all of a sudden, Earth changed the course it had been following for several billion years. But instead of rushing toward the Sun, it started to move away from the star. On second thoughts, it might be for the better - we've got more time to find a solution. Earth used to move around the Sun at a speed of 67,000 miles per hour. For some mysterious reason, when it left its orbit, the speed remained the same. It means we're going to cover 746 million miles separating our planet from Saturn within a year and three months... Here's another what-if video for space lovers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every year natural disasters occur all over our planet: volcanos erupt, fierce tornados destroy entire cities, and there are millions of earthquakes. A natural disaster is a frightening and incredible phenomenon. And after a storm, people usually face severe consequences. For example, have you ever heard of hurricane Allen? Rare and extremely powerful, the storm is one of the few to reach Category 5 - the highest possible. It caused more than $2 billion in damage!
Or take Hurricane Dorian. It's the most powerful tropical cyclone to hit the Bahamas. The hurricane flattened most of the structures on the islands and sweeps them into the sea. So yes, there is no bigger force than nature. One of the largest tsunami waves ever recorded broke in 1958. A tsunami with a record run-up height of 1700 feet (518 m) occurred in Lituya Bay, Alaska. A landslide, caused by an earthquake, created a mega wave. It surged over the headland and washed away trees, plants, and soil down to bedrock. Let's find out what created the biggest waves in recorded history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do things have the shape they have? You pay with round coins for a round doughnut with a hole, pass the octagonal stop sign on the road, step into the house, turn on the round light bulb, then the rectangular TV, and ask yourself: why do objects have such shapes?
For example, do you know why the shapes of pasta are so different? The thing is that because a certain kind of it fits a certain sauce. Thin pasta like capellini is more suitable for light sauces and ingredients. Thick, ribbed pasta, like penne, is good for more viscous sauces and vegetable stews. Yummy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A slow-running phone can put you in a bad mood. But if you've noticed that your phone isn't quite as fast as it used to be, that doesn't necessarily mean that you have to get another one. Before you start figuring out how to fit a new phone into your budget, try to revive your digital friend. Let's figure out what are the reasons your phone is running slow and how to speed up your smartphone in no time at all!
First of all, try to use lighter versions of apps. Many popular apps, including Facebook and YouTube, have “lite” versions with the same set of features as the regular apps. Then, get rid of bloatware. Apps that come pre-installed on your phone and require excessive memory are called bloatware. They might slow down your phone. If still no results, there are some more useful tips to try out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is Generation Alpha? And what will Generation Alpha be like? Baby boomers, Millennials, Generation Z… and now, Generation Alpha, aka the iGeneration. Born from 2010 to 2025, the iGen will soon be a two-billion crowd. What makes them different? Many of them were born the same year as iPad and Instagram. 90% of the iGen kids learn to handle a tablet by the age of 2.
They expect the world to be tailored to their needs and interests. They consume tons of information every day. To cope with this flow, their brains have to filter it. It only takes the new generation several seconds to decide if the content is worth paying attention to. They have great critical thinking skills and don't waste time on the less important stuff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Think about it. If everything started with a Big Bang, what was before that? How big is our universe if it keeps expanding? Will it ever stop? There’s so little we know about the endlessness of space… but scientists do have some incredible theories! A mere hundred years ago, though, people believed the cosmos consists entirely of one galaxy — our own Milky Way. Scientists didn’t know the age of the universe or that we live in just one tiny piece of it.
The first person to notice that our galaxy has friends — countless other galaxies and interstellar clouds — was Edwin Hubble. He found that some objects are too far away to be in our Milky Way. He later discovered that the greater the distance from Earth, the faster a galaxy moves away from us! It means our universe is constantly expanding. But where did this expansion start? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From the formation of the Solar System until today, Earth’s story from stardust to the vibrant world is both extremely long and very exciting. And one of the most fascinating things that ever happened on its surface was the appearance of life. The origins of life on Earth are still not 100% proven to this day. Two sources of doubt are the tar paradox and the water paradox.
Btw, did you know that the early planet Earth was a water world, with land making up only 2 to 3 percent of its surface? The planet also lacked oxygen, which is very important for creating and sustaining new bacteria. But another planet had just enough oxygen and water to make the necessary chemical reactions possible. And at that time there was more oxygen than on Earth... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why does your phone keep turning off by itself? And why is it so slow? Are there any ways to speed your smartphone up? Well, smartphones get sick just like people do. Really. Only, your phone won’t ask you for a Kleenex and some hot tea. But it will act sluggish, refuse to go to work, and even shut down unexpectedly on you! So, let’s diagnose what the ailment could be and what you can do to cure it!
Of course, the simplest and most harmless reason is that the developers released new software in test mode, and the shutdown problem applies to many people, not just you. They will probably release a bug fix update soon, so don’t panic. But your phone may randomly shut itself off automatically because of an internal program or operating system failure. Or it there might be some hardware issues. Let's figure out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can two planets collide? There are around 100 billion stars in the Milky Way and an equal number of planets. Lots of those planets probably have moons. So there must be billions of worlds in our galaxy alone. Of course, the distances between them are huge. But imagine for a moment that you could observe their movements over billions of years. Some of those planets would bump into each other a few times – it's just inevitable.
Planetary collisions occur in several ways. The gravity of one planet can alter the orbit of another over time. Stable planetary orbits around a star can cross over. Sometimes, several things combine to throw planets out of their star system entirely. There’s a small chance that in 3 billion years Mercury’s orbit will become unstable and disrupt the entire inner Solar System! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When Kawah Ijen volcano in Indonesia erupts, it looks like it’s spitting out bright blue and purple lava. In Racetrack Playa, California, rocks about as heavy as a horse are moving around on their own and leaving trails behind. Once a year, just for a few moments, a waterfall in Yosemite turns into a firefall. There are underwater lakes and rivers in the ocean.
Isn’t that amazing? We’re mired in our daily lives and don’t even realize how many astonishing things happen around us every day. What were 60,000 jellyfish doing in space? When and why was Niagara Falls dry? Where can you see a green sunset and a flowering desert? Let’s dig into some of the Earth’s mysteries and look at some extraordinary things that ever happened on our planet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever wondered how many times a minute you blink? Or how big your brain would be if you removed all those wrinkles? Or how long of a line you'd get if you stretched all of your veins in one line? Our bodies are such fine mechanisms, that it's always really interesting to find out what makes those systems work so well.
For example, did you know that not all of us experience goosebumps? Some scientists have suggested that goosebumps are an evolutionary holdover from our early ancestors who kept themselves warm through the heat they managed to retain beneath their hairs of skin. Your body is many things in one: it's a walking chemistry set, a sustainable life form, a complex biological phenomenon. So there'll always be something to learn about the body, always something to find out about its marvels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You can travel around the world without spending too much money. The time of day matters. It’ll normally cost you less to take off early in the morning or late at night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How can we breathe on an airplane? How is this air breathable? How do airplanes get a supply of oxygen? Air travel is so common that we rarely think about how we're able to breathe safely and how are airplanes able to fill the cabin with fresh oxygen. This is what we're gonna talk about!
By the way, believe it or not, this air that comes from the engines is probably cleaner than what’s in your house! Even though it’s clean to start with, it goes through a filtration system before it even touches your lungs. Who controls all this? The pilots, of course! They have some help from a computer but sometimes they have to control the cabin pressure manually. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you always dreamt of going to space? Well, today you're going to visit different planets of our Solar System and try to run on each of them! Let's figure out where you can run the fastest and where you can barely walk. Depending on how strong gravity is on the planet you visit, it'll influence your weight. And don't forget about extreme weather conditions on most planets - it looks like a tricky mission, but I'm sure you'll succeed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lake Natron is probably one of the eeriest lakes in the world. Just looking at it makes you wonder if you’re still on Earth. The red water looks… nightmarish. Then you smell it. It’s like a poisonous chemical cocktail. Snakes, lizards, birds – any living creature is afraid to go near the lake. Even hyenas pass by it! The African sun burns the ground all around – hardly any vegetation grows. There’s also a volcano nearby that oozes black lava. Hot water geysers complement the alien landscape.
The scarlet lake reaches scalding temperatures, almost as hot as a fresh cup of coffee! Water evaporates quickly. What remains: salt, and lots of it. Chemically, this is more a lake of ammonia than water. If you decided to take a dip, well, we wouldn’t recommend it if you value your life! Hey, at least you’ll go in an epic way: you’d turn into a stone statue! So what nightmarish monsters could dwell in these toxic waters? A giant tentacled beast with razor-sharp fangs? Nope, just flamingos! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A human being is one of nature’s greatest wonders. Notwithstanding the fact that our bodies are being constantly analyzed and studied, scientists still make incredible findings in this field. We've collected some interesting facts about the human body that usually go unnoticed. Did you know, for example, that zebras, skunks, squirrels, and tigers aren’t the only animals with stripes? So are you! These stripes are invisible to the naked eye but they cover your entire body!
Or have you ever heard that bodies throw thermal radiation off as a tiny amount of light? This light is 1,000 times less visible than normal light so you’re not a torch yet! The lowest temperature a human has been intentionally cooled to was 48.2°F, the longest someone has ever stayed awake was 11 days and 25 minutes, the longest kiss went for over 58 hours! A couple from Thailand made the record claiming the Guinness World Records title and the cash prize! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Look up, find that little yellow dot…That's Titan. It’s Saturn’s largest moon, and the second-largest moon in our whole solar system. And it might be the only place in our solar system where there’s liquid water… besides Earth. Titan is a bit bigger than our moon and a whole lot heavier. The surface is mostly made up of ice, it has small mountains, craters, and a few cryo-volcanoes. But many experts believe there's a whole ocean under the surface of Titan!
Scientists have actually found real evidence that Titan might already have life on it. The planet shot to the top of the list of places we could one day live on, sorry Mars. NASA has a new project, the Dragonfly mission. They’re gonna send a drone out there, and explore Titan even more. The mission’s still about 6 years away, and the rocket will reach Saturn's moon 9 years after that, so we’re going to have to wait a while before we pack up and move to Titan. So in the meantime, let's find out more about this amazing celestial body! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to know if someone's monitoring your phone? Safety should always be our top priority. We've gathered together some clear signs that someone is watching your phone together with some instructions for those who're worried about being tracked. For example, one of the main signs someone is tracking your phone is the gadget running out of battery in no time. Batteries do age along with your phone, but if you've got it just recently, that's not normal.
Does your phone freeze or take forever to load web pages? Some malware might be running in the background, preventing the gadget from operating normally. In this case, you may also have trouble quitting apps. Sometimes, it's even necessary to restart your phone. We want to raise our viewers’ awareness about data stealing, so here are the signs that malware could be on your smartphone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In space, inky darkness between blinding points of light does a great job. It hides black holes – gaping, hungry, and scary. Their blackness makes it really difficult for astronomers to find detailed information about these space monsters.
There's a hypothetical type of black hole called primordial that could be filling the universe. As in, thousands of them crammed together in clusters the size of the distance between our Sun and the nearest star!
Even more bizarre: these black holes could actually be the mysterious dark matter that's baffled scientists for decades! Astronomers know its exists and that it makes up 80% of the universe. But they can't find a single particle of the stuff. Maybe because the "stuff" was a black hole the entire time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey guys! Do you like time travel stories? An incredible one happened to me recently. I was sorting boxes in my grandpa's garage and came across an old calculator. I wanted to check if it was still working, so I gave it new batteries, pressed ON… and everything disappeared. It was so dark that I couldn't see anything around me. I had a slight feeling of being pushed somewhere. A moment later, I could see again. I wasn't in the garage anymore but standing in the middle of a narrow street.
Walking around me were people dressed in kilt-like skirts and sandals. I looked around and, far away, I spotted a pyramid. Was it a Pyramid of Giza? Did that mean I was in Egypt? It seemed like the calculator was some sort of teleportation machine. But then another thought struck me: what if there was only one pyramid? There should have been three. This meant that the calculator didn't just teleport me through space, but through time, too. It was a time machine, and I was somewhere around 2550 B.C. when only one of Giza's great pyramids had been built! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The mysterious train became the main sight of St. Louis, a little village in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan. There are just around 400 people living there and hundreds visit it to see the St. Louis light. It was featured in books and online, and was on TV shows like Unsolved Mysteries. For decades, no one could explain what it really was.
Some people spotted a white light, others said they'd seen a red one. An urban legend explained the red light was a lantern carried by a mysterious a train conductor who had lost his life one night examining the tracks. Scientists tried to debunk both theories but failed. Then, two high school students from northern Saskatchewan decided to jump in. They first witnessed the mysterious train on a road trip to St. Louis... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do toads really give you warts? Do you swallow spiders in your sleep? Nothing but common myths we all still believe to be facts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Since childhood, we’ve been hearing a lot of "facts," that we truly believed. However, they turned out to be misconceptions. Let's destroy 57 of them right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Phew! Aren't you glad we don't live in the age of dinosaurs, the most feared reptiles that ever walked our planet! Eh, not so fast! There are incredibly scary and dangerous reptiles living today that'd send T-Rex running away in fear! A snake that doesn't need to bite to get its venom in you - it can spray it in your eye from a distance with 100% accuracy! Or how about a turtle that makes alligators look like harmless little puppies!? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I know, I know. Many of us would rather forget about the year 2020 for good. But look on the Bright Side! 💡 2020 was a GREAT year for major scientific breakthroughs! A T-Rex the size of a chihuahua, something strange singing on Mars, a star that disappeared right before researchers' eyes, and many more of the biggest scientific discoveries you probably missed in 2020! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With every second, you move one second into the future. But one person managed to time travel a little further into the future: 0.02 seconds further! And, technically, you could do the same! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine a city of 1 million inhabits all living and working in a massive pyramid seemingly floating over the ocean! That's what the Japanese developer Shimizu has in mind. Even better, the largest strongest tsunami can't take their mega city pyramid down! It'll be made of a futuristic material that resists pretty much anything! Before you shrug it all off as sci-fi, this carbon nanotube technology already exists today, and plans to build the pyramid have already been set! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You see this massive prehistoric shark the size of a Blue Whale in movies, but that's not how Megalodon really looked! Yes, Megalodon did exist, but the biggest shark ever looked nothing like what we all thought! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space is a big place and there’s a lot going on. Astronomers are finding out new things about our galaxy and universe all the time. So what are the latest space discoveries? Well, a black hole with a boarding pass and seat on a plane, a place where you’ll have two shadows, and bad news for Orion the constellation – these are some of the freshest space facts we only recently discovered!
And guys, if you've always wanted to know how many stars are in our galaxy, there's good news for you. The Gaia Mission has been working on making a 3D model of our galaxy and getting a more accurate count of the number of stars in it. They thought it was 1 billion, but that estimate could be up to 400 or even 700 billion stars! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The world is full of all things huge and tiny, but do you know which of all these things are the largest of their kind? Nature creates everything and everyone in all shapes and sizes, which is why our world appears a lot more interesting. But there are mind-boggling human-made things around us! For example, the Rubik's cube that has 6,153 movable parts.
So, yes, some things are big, really big. London buses big. Pyramids big! But others are simply stupendous! So what are the world's biggest things? Coffee pots that can fill 12,000 cups of coffee, gummy bears that equal 1,400 regular sized candies, cranes capable of lifting 500 elephants – at a time! These are only a few things from our special list of the world's largest objects! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When will our universe end? Many astronomers agree that this might happen some 2.8 to 22 billion years from now. The thing is that if the Universe is expanding (and it is), it means it was born from a much more compact state. Like Rhode Island. And if it does have a beginning, it's likely to come to an end too! But how exactly will it happen?
By the way, does our Universe have an edge? What happened before the Big Bang? How come we know next to nothing about dark matter and dark energy? What if there are no black holes? Will we ever find the answers to the most intriguing questions about the Universe? Let's talk about some cosmic mysteries that scientists still hope to solve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In 2017, 85% of people used their smartphones to take pics. A bit more than 10% used digital cameras, and just 5% - their tablets. Smartphones equipped with high-resolution cameras have caused a photography boom. By the way, the very first camera phone appeared in Japan in 1999. Its front-facing camera had a resolution of 0.11 megapixels.
But do you know why do modern smartphones have several cameras? Or how much time does the average person spend on their phone? Why do smartphones keep getting bigger? How many smartphones are there in the world? So many questions... And just as many answers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Last year was full of astronomical breakthroughs and mind-blowing discoveries in space. The biggest explosion since the Big Bang was registered. The Earth had two satellites for a short while, the Moon and its little buddy. 2019 was also marked by launching a space sailboat. An ordinary water sailboat moves with the help of wind, and a space one uses light!
Experts also discovered that it's possible to cultivate plants and crops on Mars and the Moon's surfaces. But one of the most interesting space facts is that there seem to be stars older than the Universe. This might be proof that not only the Big Bang is expanding the Universe! Interested? Then here are the 26 biggest discoveries and achievements in space from 2019. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do typical homes from around the world look like? We often see different homes and interiors in the movies, so we have a general idea of what the dwellings of people in different corners of the world look like. But rarely do we realize that what we see on the screen can differ greatly from reality. Let's find out how people in different countries equip their dwellings.
Not long ago, I visited a friend in the UK. I stayed at his place, and everything seemed pretty similar to where I live. But then I went to the bathroom and… “Um, Andy? Where’s the light switch?” He came in, pulled a cord I didn’t notice, and also showed me how to use the two taps in the sink. Later, he told me of many more homes in different countries he’d been to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why are stretch limousines so long? What's the difference between the regular limo and the stretch limo? Well, first of all, a limo isn’t a brand but a characteristic. It’s a car that’s long enough to have a private passenger area and sufficient separating room from the driver. Originally, the idea of the limousine was to give passengers privacy.
The first official stretched giant didn’t appear until 1928 in Arkansas, and it was created by a coach company named Armbruster. Their cars were used to transport famous big bands, musicians and their equipment all around the US. Though it took years for the chic vehicles to become famous, once they did, all celebrities started using them as their event transportation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s one of the most terrifyingly fascinating places on our planet. Ships and planes simply vanish, radios and compasses just stop working, and some even say they’ve spotted strange objects there. And it's not the one and only Bermuda Triangle. There are at least 11 other mysterious places. So what are they, and how do they form?
Ivan T. Sanderson, a writer, a biologist, and a huge fan of the paranormal and inexplicable, traveled a lot and recorded his experiences. What caught his attention the most was where the strangest unexplained things kept happening. That is, disappearing ships and whatnot. He was able to map 12 of these places scattered all over the world. But the weird thing is, 6 of them lie almost perfectly in line above the Equator, and the same goes for the 6 below it... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you travel by plane quite a lot, dozens of questions can be accumulated in your brain. For example, what are the best shoes to wear at the airport security screening to not be asked to take them off? Or are those scanners you have to go through harmful to your health? Or how long the things seized during the pre-flight inspection can be stored at the airport for? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
“Would the lead steward please come to the flight deck... immediately”. Sounds like one of those in-flight announcements from a dramatic plane crash movie. No one would ever want to hear this in reality. Unfortunately, it’s exactly what the passengers on Air Transat Flight 236 heard as their plane ran out of fuel somewhere above the Atlantic.
It was supposed to be a regular flight for Air Transat from Toronto, Canada, to Lisbon, Portugal. The weather was fine that August evening, and Flight 236 took off without delays. It had 306 people on board. The Airbus was fairly new, with only 2 years of active service. It had two powerful engines, and 5 tons more fuel than is required when it took off. Yet, 8 hours later, when the plane should have touched down in Lisbon, it was nowhere to be seen... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine you're in a forest and come across a bear. Or that you're stuck in a building that’s on fire. Would you know what to do to survive? Life is full of surprises, and not all of them are pleasant. But there's always a way out, even in situations that seem hopeless.
Many injuries could have been avoided if people had known how to behave correctly in critical situations. Sometimes, knowing a simple fact can increase your chances for survival or help save someone’s life. Yep, there are situations where a person’s life really depends on their actions and here's a plan of action that could help you survive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The power of our bodies is truly incredible — for example, there are as many nerve cells in your brain as there are stars in our galaxy (about 100 billion!) and the human brain could store the equivalent of 2.5 million gigabytes – that’s 3 million hours of your favorite TV show! The longer mankind lives, the more secrets people discover about one of the most mysterious organisms: the human body. And the more facts we gather about ourselves, the more discoveries we want to make. Today, we wanna present you with some surprising facts about the human body you might never have guessed!
Did you know, for example, that blue- and green-eyed people are less sensitive to pain than brown-eyed people? Or that your body glows in the dark? It’s just too weak for you to see it. Have you ever heard that the atoms in your body are 99% empty? And yet you feel full after dinner. How is that? The brain grows for the first 18 years of life and gets 5% smaller every 10 years after age 40. Every aspect of human beings is really fascinating, and our new compilation of unbelievable facts about our bodies will definitely surprise you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would happen if the Andromeda Galaxy collided with the Milky Way Galaxy? In 4.5 billion years, our entire Milky Way galaxy will experience an incredible incident. The Andromeda galaxy will hit us at great speed. As a result of the collision, some stars will be thrown into distant space, while others will form new solar systems. But most likely, all life in the new Milkomeda or Milkdromeda galaxy will cease to exist. But let's look to the future and find out what will happen to us people.
Well, humanity decided it was time to leave the Earth, and now we live very far away in another galaxy. There can be an infinite number of planets in the Universe on which humans can theoretically live. One of the main requirements — the planet must orbit the star in its habitable zone. We find similar star systems almost every year, and have recently found the nearest one. It’s Proxima Centauri. There are at least two planets around this red dwarf on which we can build our new home. But the problem is that this system is as far as 4.2 light-years away... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When the Titanic began its fateful voyage, it weighed about 52,000 tons. Now, how did they even get it into the water in the first place? Step 1, find tons of soap and natural fat. Step 2, dump it all over the ramp in front of the Titanic. They even put grease all over the outside of the ship, to make sure it didn’t get scratched, dented, or even rip open. Just like that, the Titanic plopped softly into the water and the workers and owners breathed a sigh of relief.
When they built the Aswan Dam in Egypt, they needed to clear out a huge area for the new artificial lake. Almost 100,000 people had to move out of their homes! That was the easy part. But engineers also had to try to move 2 huge ancient Egyptian temples, or they’d be lost underwater forever. So what did they do? Let's find out! Today, we'll tell you about the most epic transport operations in history and the biggest things ever to be transported by sea or moved on the road. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We use our joints every day, for every move we make. You just scrolled the feed to this video, you clicked your mouse, you sat, you clutched your mug full of hot tea - thank you, joints. Even something tiny like blinking uses a lot of joint power. Joints hold your entire body together, even if you’re just lying on the sofa. They help you move, digest food... even think!
If you have bones, you have joints. They make us flexible, able to adapt to what we see and hear. Our body moves when our muscles contract across our joints, moving our bones. Simple and elegant. They’re attached to your bones and your bones make up your skeleton. There's only one bone in your entire body that has no joints - out of more than 200! So what if humans never had joints? We did some research and found some truly impressive facts about the human body to tell you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do we not have electric planes? The first guy crazy enough to try flying in anything electric was a French dude, like 140 years ago. The main problem back then, batteries weren’t exactly long lasting or powerful. Apple, Tesla, Samsung... modern batteries last ages. Well, not really. Even the biggest electric car battery couldn’t keep a plane in the air, not for long anyway.
Right now, one pound of airplane fuel has almost 60 times more energy than a regular battery. They’d need to make the fuel tank 60 times bigger… and fill it with batteries! But batteries are heavy. So you’d need to make the electric airplane more powerful to handle the weight. So then you’d need even more batteries, which would mean more weight, so you’d need to make an even stronger… you get the picture. But engineers are trying to find a balance! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Even after hearing several warning messages, people may think that nothing serious is ever going to happen to them. But this leaves us vulnerable and unprepared in dangerous situations. No, emergencies don’t happen all that often, but we still need to learn how to react so our chances of survival are good. It’s beneficial for all of us to know how to act immediately to avoid the worst-case scenario. Do you know, for example, that dental floss can be super handy for surviving in the wild? Or how orange peel can help you keep mosquitos at bay? Or what to do if you have some car trouble at night, out in the woods? How to survive a fall through the ice, an avalanche, or an anaconda attack? We wish for you to stay safe and healthy and found some survival tips that can save your life in case of an emergency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Making your bed in the morning makes you happier and helps you get a healthier night’s sleep afterward, a study suggests. But sometimes, even the most harmless habits may have some not so harmless effects, as scientists come up with new discoveries that feel like a bucket of cold water has been poured on our heads. We like to look at things from different angles, so we invite you to find out how an ordinary morning routine can actually affect you.
We've also put together a list of fascinating facts about sleep and tips that might be useful for you if you have some sleep problems. We spend about one-third of our life sleeping. And although from the outside it seems like nothing but a routine, if we take time to think about it, it is just the opposite: there is a whole world of details and curiosities that we would not suspect at first glance. Did you know, for example, that most people feel tired twice a day: at 2 am and 2 pm? But since humans are the only mammals who can delay their sleep willingly, most of us never have an afternoon nap at 2 pm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would happen if we had two suns? What would your life look like in such a world? Two suns would mean days would become brighter. Nights, sunrises, sunsets - these would change too. The stars would set and rise at different times. So, arriving too late to watch the sunset? It wouldn't be a problem - you'd still be in time for the second one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The huge chunk of ocean between Miami, Bermuda, and Puerto Rico remains the planet's most mysterious place. But it’s not alone. Alaska has its own triangle. Since the late 80s, 16,000 people have disappeared there. Eyewitnesses to the Bermuda Triangle anomaly talk about thick fog, lightning, balls of light, and hallucinations.
In Alaska, everything’s a bit more complicated. People, planes, ships…they just disappear without a trace. There’s no one around to tell us what it felt like. In 1950, a plane took off from Anchorage, Alaska, headed for Great Falls, in Montana. It was carrying 8 crew members and 36 passengers. 2 hours after the start of the flight, the captain radioed in that everything was fine. Then: silence. The 100 ft long plane seemed to evaporate into thin air. 85 aircraft and around 7,000 people searched for the plane. No trace... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many of us like to think there's some magic trick to get out of any survival situation... but it's just not that easy. Survival tips are necessary to master in order to be able to handle any unexpected dangerous situation: be it frostbite or heatstroke, or a snake on your way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Whenever we yawn, muscles in our mouth and tongue can squeeze some of the saliva-producing glands in there. As a result, we might squirt a tiny stream of saliva without even noticing it! Yeah, just like a spitting cobra! But what is saliva anyway? And what about tears? Or how much information does your brain hold? Here are the most surprising human body facts I bet even your teachers don't know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As children grow up, they usually ask a million "why's" about the world. "Why is the sky blue", why does a cat meow and a dog bark", "why do we sneeze" and so on... However, as adults, people often stop asking those questions, even though they don't have the answers. It's all about genuine curiosity!
For example, did you notice a chain lying by the feet of the Statue of Liberty? Do you know why it's there? Let's check the answer to this and 60+ more cool facts about this world! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hikers all over the world keep coming across something very unusual: abandoned stairs in the middle of the woods. So what's behind this most unusual phenomenon? Where are these stairs in the woods coming from? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You can pick up your friend but not a large rock of the same weight, why? Here are some amazing human body facts you didn't know until now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to react in case of danger? Practice is a key element in all emergency planning. Personal preparedness is no exception. Let's get ready! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Something unique is happening right above our heads every moment. What if Earth collided with Mars - which of the planets would survive? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do people sometimes laugh, when something sad or serious is going on? How do you stop that nervous laughter? Here're 30 psychological tricks to get out of awkward situations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wanted to skydive? How about skydiving in space? Let's say you could beat Earth's gravity and experience free falling on all the planets of the Solar System... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Several products that are legal in other countries are banned in the U.S. Here's a list of 22 foods you won't find there, even if you try hard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever noticed those black lines on school buses and wondered what they were for? Here's the answer to this question and 30 more hidden purposes of objects we see and use every single day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your bathroom is one of the first places in your house that needs decluttering. There're often too many unnecessary things there for too little space... also many of them may even pose hazard to the household. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's your hair growth speed? What will happen if you don't cut it ever again? Why does your hair grow slower or faster than your best friend's? And is there a natural way to speed up hair growth? Let's answer the most common questions about hair and shed some light at the most amazing body facts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's important to keep your house clean: if your house is a mess it might affect your mood and health. So you've probably wondered, how to clean house fast or why dust particles float in the air... But there was a woman who did something about it. Frances Gabe was an inventor of a self-cleaning house! She didn't clean it for years, yet it remained spotless. Find out, why she had to wear a raincoat and an umbrella inside her house... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you like all kinds of psychological tricks? Then this video is for you! Body language is a vital form of communication, even though it's non-verbal. How to read body language? What if someone stares at you? What's the information handshakes can tell you? There're some secret little things that can reveal a lot about someone's personality. Here're 16 tips to read people like open books. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Well, I think we all realize that something strange is going on with the oceans when those creepy creatures start popping up. A fish with a long bony stick growing out of its head, a creature that looks like a pulsing pile of spaghetti, a purple jellyfish that looks like lava! These creatures are inhabitants of the deepest parts of the sea and have always lived here. Something’s forced them to come to the surface. Something deep in the ocean that's heating the water up. Something so powerful and frightening, deep sea monsters are coming out of hiding to escape it!
You think you're safe enough staying out of the water. But soon, you realize boiling oceans quickly affect you too! Less oxygen, torrential rains, floods, tornadoes, typhoons and hurricanes become a daily nightmare! How will you survive in a world with heated up oceans? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you haven't heard of Lillian Boyer, she was probably the most epic person EVER! From 1921, Boyer made a living doing completely crazy mid-air stunts on planes. I'm talking hanging from a plane using one hand and hanging from the wing by her knees or ankles!
But the most mind-blowing trick she did was her most dangerous one. She'd get out of the cockpit holding a thin wire with a mouthpiece at the end of it. She'd then hang under the plane holding on just by her teeth! The crowd below couldn't see the wire, so they probably thought she'd fallen out of the plane at first! If you're into incredible stunts and aerial tricks, check out this woman's story! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How would you survive in the Ice Age? Mammoths, Neanderthals and lots of ice... Let's imagine getting transported right there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You look up at the sky and see a giant red ball instead of a yellow dot... Let's imagine the sun being replaced by another star. How would it affect our lives? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When do baby kangaroos become independent? This is one of the million questions that might arise in a conversation and you'd wanna know the answer to to stand out from the crowd. Let's find out right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you're looking for fascinating and downright interesting facts to impress your friends, then this video is right for you! These 32 random facts will surely get you recognized as an erudite. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all can tell the buzzing sound of a bee from that of a mosquito, right? 🐝 But what if we hear no sound at all? It turns out, some bees don't buzz... why is that? Let's answer some of the most curious questions about bees! Can all the bees only sting once? When are bees more active? Which bees are the most aggressive? And what to do if you're attacked by bees... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you an active computer user and like learning new computer tricks? Here's a video right for ya! 'What happens when you delete data on computer', 'where deleted files go' and 'why computers have recycle bins' - let's answer these and more questions about computer memory. This video is full of computer tips and tricks. They will let you work smoothly and know your PC or laptop like a Pro! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's summer - the season of bugs! So you might have started wondering: 'why bugs come out at night' and 'why bugs are attracted to light'. The first step to take in order to get rid of bugs in your house is change your lightbulb. Bright white and bluish light is the most attractive to insects. If you change the lightbulb for LED, you will notice less bugs. Why? Those produce warmer light, which keeps the insects away. Here're 8 things to change in order to stop bugs from coming into your house. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The world with no rocks... what would it be like? What if there were no rocks to build bridges, houses , even sculptures? What are the main uses of rocks? Cement, chalk, building materials, even bath scrub - it'd all be gone... Many industries would be severely hit, landslides might occur more frequently. Let's take a look at the world with no rocks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space is really big and there's so much to explore! Each planet in our Solar System is unique, has its atmosphere defined by the layer of gas enveloping it. On Earth the atmospheric ozone protects us from ultraviolet radiation and allows organisms to live. What's the atmosphere of Mars, Venus and other planets of our Solar System? And how does it affect the sound of your voice? Let's explore how you'd sound on other planets! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Earth is the fifth largest planet in our Solar System. But this might change. It turns out that Earth is shrinking in size and getting 50,000 tons lighter each year. Also, Earth used to have two moons and the second one was almost three times smaller than the one we have today. And, did you know that the Earth's surface is constantly changing? Here're 26 facts about Earth that don't seem real but they are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's impossible to imagine life on Earth without our natural satellite, the Moon. But what would happen if a huge meteorite flew through the Moon directly in the middle? Our satellite would break into two equal parts, but the Moon's great gravity would attract them back like a magnet. Everyone around the world would celebrate this good news. But oh no, what if the meteorite would come back? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you like to learn about the greatest mysteries in the world? What is known about the Bermuda Triangle? It's a region in the western part of the North Atlantic Ocean where a number of ships and airplanes are said to have mysteriously disappeared. What's so unique about this zone? Does Bermuda Triangle really exist? Here's a story of a pilot who went there and managed to survive! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Somewhere, deep underground in super-secret laboratories, scientists are trying to create a black hole. It looks like the latest experiment was a success! The black hole hovers above the desk for a moment, but then, in a split second, it eats it whole. Then microscopes and test tubes fly into the dark void. Soon everything in the room has been consumed. Is the entire planet next?!?
Ok, that's just a hypothetical what if situation. But scientists here on Earth do think they can make a black hole here on Earth. They've already been working on it at The Large Hadron Collider. This machine basically makes particles move at high speeds until they collide. When this happens, they release a lot of energy, and the scientists think that energy might be enough to create a black hole!
If you ever wondered how black holes form, the answer could be right here on Earth! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You've seen those terrifying feeding frenzies in movies and animal documentaries. The water bubbles as a huge school of piranhas devours their meal in seconds! So the only thing you can think is, there's NO WAY a person could survive a piranha feeding frenzy! Well, actually, you can! Nobody said it's easy, but there are steps you can follow to swim away from hungry piranhas with your life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Survival tips... we don't think about those in our daily life, do we? We go for a walk or to school or work, meet friends. But what if we get into trouble? Anything can happen: you get a frostbite or a tornado could hit our town, a tsunami might occur while we're on vacation, or you drive home and suddenly notice someone following you.
What's common in all of these situation is that the main task is to stop panicking right away! Fear is the last emotion you'll need in order to escape any dangerous situation. Calm and sober mind are your best friends, for sure! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You might not know the Pacific Ocean is a place airplanes fly around, not over. You wonder why until you find out just how HUGE Earth's biggest ocean is! It could fit all the other continents in it, 5 moons across it, and the entire surface area of Mars!!! It might not be that way for long, though. The Pacific Ocean is also shrinking! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is it a dream come true or your worst nightmare in a dystopian sci-fi future? We can't know for sure what life will look like in 1,000 years. But the way technology is advancing today, we can make a pretty accurate guess. Like, choosing how you'll look, having super strength, maybe even bringing back the dinosaurs?! You wake up in the year 3021 - Earth and its inhabitants are unrecognizable! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ready for a shock? The fruit you call a “banana” has nothing to do with the real deal! 🍌 Real bananas in the wild have large seeds and very little pulp. But when you eat a banana, you can barely spot those seeds! It’s because most of us these days are chomping down on clones of the Cavendish variety. That special type was chosen because it's seedless.
Oh yeah, and bananas are technically berries. Same goes for watermelons and oranges. It’s because their seeds are inside the flesh. Which makes strawberries and raspberries not true berries! By the way, oranges aren't real either! Nature doesn't make them - they're a human invention! Everything you thought you knew about the food you eat is WRONG! Check it out for yourself! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Since 1995, NASA has discovered more than 4,100 planets outside the Solar System. Most of them are either flying ice balls like Neptune or gas giants like Jupiter, but there are still as many as 161 planets similar to our Earth! So, what would our planet look like if it was born in another stellar system? There are some warm tropics, strong winds, and... giant dragonflies. Let's see if you'd want to live on a planet like that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We are all used to those cute dogs at the airport sniffing luggage, trying to find any dangerous objects. But San Francisco International Airport got a bit more creative and hired a therapy pig named Lilou to help anxious people. Luggage tends to get lost anyway, but you can decrease the odds of that happening if you remove all old barcode stickers from your suitcase. Did you know there are special instruments at airports that can detect your mood? They can sense when you're a bit too excited, nervous, or aggressive and will make you go through a personal search. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let's imagine that our Earth has turned into two separate planets sharing one orbit. Could we survive on any of them? And what would our life be like? Let's call these hypothetical planets "Rock" and "Water." Since there would be no oceans on "Rock," all see creatures would disappear, and there would not be enough for us to survive. Would life be any better on "Water?" Let's see! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So, you think you know your own body so well it can't surprise you. In fact, there are many unusual rare facts about yourself you might not know but will find out now. Your brain will grow by roughly 2% if you venture into space. Our belly buttons have an entire animal encyclopedia in them, with a range of about 70 different bacteria. Only about 43% of you is you: you're over 50% tiny little creatures that mainly live in your gut and other body parts without ever leaving it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you want to become the most interesting person in the room? Well, you will be if you know some cool facts no one else has even heard of. Like, did you know that nachos aren't some ancient Mexican food but were invented less than 100 years ago? And I'm sure you didn't know not all oranges are naturally orange. Or that Pluto still hasn't yet made a complete orbit since it was discovered... there's still a lot to discover! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It seems we know everything but then a small question gets us stumped. Like, when you see a plane flying but don't see its shadow. Why don't planes cast shadows? If you knew the answer to this question, you'll get your teacher really surprised. We bet you'll feel 10 times smarter after watching this video. Here're over 20 cool things to learn today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered why you feel the way you do? It's amazing how every 'unique' mind at some level functions in a similar way. If you know these common traits, it might be easier to communicate and deal with people. Another level is to master body language. Some of the signs indicate if a person is angry or nervous... or lies to you! Let' get to know them... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
During summer it's especially important to stay hydrated and cool. Sizzling temperatures and too much heat can be really dangerous for your body. If you're asleep, you might not even notice that it's too hot. But what if there's no AC in your house? We've gathered the most useful lifehacks to beat the heat. Here're over 30 effective tips how to stay cool with no AC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You look in the mirror and see... nothing! Could you live in a world without mirrors? Of course someone could draw your face for you but it's not the same. Psychological tips about accepting your appearance wouldn't be needed - as you wouldn't know what you look like. Let's imagine what it would be like if you never saw your reflection again... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if humans lived for 400 years? Let's imagine that our lifespan could get over four times longer. That would be a long adventure! How would it effect out health and after how many years would we become teenagers? The more scientists learn about our age, the more questions arise. Let's answer some of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if Megalodon never went extinct and the giant creature still lives in the Bermuda Triangle? That would make this zone twice a no-go area! Place the famous Titanic there - and the greatest mystery turns into the greatest action movie! Imagine if the Titanic and Megalodon met in the Bermuda Triangle... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chili pepper is good for you: you can add it in your food, make a sauce with it... or put it in your socks! If you have troubles with falling asleep and often feel cold, put some chili peppers into each sock. Each foot has 72,000 nerve endings corresponding to different areas and chili pepper has a component that activates them! Let's learn more about it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why does a dog like the sound of squeaky toys? Does a dog enjoy music? 🎶 If you have a furry friend, you've probably wondered why it acts the way it does. Sometimes dogs act weird and it's difficult for us humans to explain their actions. Here's why dogs like certain sounds but not others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is known about Bermuda Triangle? We've all heard that Bermuda Triangle is a mystery: it's a section in the ocean where numerous ships and planes are said to have vanished. Some of the theories claim there's a space-time rift in this region. But are these true facts or mere myths we've chosen to believe? Here're 9 well-known Bermuda Triangle misconceptions smashed with facts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if you could live forever? Would you devote your life to science and discoveries or keep doing what you do now? Would you tell your beloved ones you were immortal? Let's imagine if you could live forever... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
At the center o nearly every galaxy there's a monstruous place, called "Black Hole". The pull of gravity there is so strong that even light can't escape it! This is what makes them so hard to see and pretty active...
And what would happen if a black hole meets a star? Would a star survive such an encounter? The energy released as the black hole eats up stellar material is huge... Moreover, black holes can attract not only stars and planets, but also other black holes! They eventually merge and become one - of a much greater mass! Wow! Space is a never-ending journey of discovery! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
OUCH! Stepping on a LEGO block is an indescribable feeling. You push down on them with your palms - not the same feeling. So why are your feet especially so sensitive to LEGOS? It's an interesting body fact you'll be glad to know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You eat your main meals - breakfast, lunch, dinner. But you just can't stop snacking in between! Cookies, candy bars, chips - yeah, we all crave the sweet and salty junk food! Here's the good news. You can cut down on your cravings and lose weight by simply including asparagus in your diet! It's packed with nutrition, fills you up, and keeps you full for longer. Even better: it's low-calorie! Add to that all the amazing health benefits of asparagus, and you'll look and feel better in no time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most of us know the golden rule of human survival: you can't go 3 minutes without oxygen, 3 days without water, 3 weeks without food. But there are people who pushed their bodies to the extreme limit. You could call them unusual word record holders... or maybe even superhuman! Like one man who held his breath for 24 minutes, another who went without water for 18 days. And you won't believe the record for how long someone went without food! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if Earth was the only planet. Earth is the only planet that we know of that can sustain life. So, are all the other planets really necessary then? If we can't live on them, then let's just chuck them out of the solar system! Uh-oh, that would be a very bad idea! If Earth was the only planet in the solar system, we'd be doomed! You'll be surprised to find out how the other planets allow us to live comfortably on our own, especially what Jupiter's doing to keep Earth from getting bombarded by asteroids! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The biggest earthquake ever recorded happened in Chile in 1960. The massive 9.5 quake set off volcanic eruptions and sent tidal waves as tall as skyscrapers racing across the entire Pacific Ocean! Scientists estimate that it was so powerful, it shifted the Earth's axis and made our days 1.26 microseconds shorter. So what if a mega earthquake two times stronger than that struck your town? Would a magnitude 20 earthquake rip the entire planet in half!? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You grow up seeing the bright yellow sun in the sky. You hear about the dark side of the Moon, and watch epic space battles in your favorite sci-fi movies. Then one day you find out none of it is true at all! Today's that day, Bright Sider. The sun isn't yellow, there is no dark side of the moon, and explosions can't really happen in the vacuum of space. That and more truths about common myths most people have no idea about but it's time to finally debunk them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A giant asteroid once wiped out the dinosaurs and 75% of all life on Earth. Space rocks usually break up when they enter Earth’s atmosphere. But if one's big enough, well, it's not good news. But get this: a massive asteroid nearly hit Earth once in 2017. We got really lucky that time. But it's coming right back our way in the near future! See what humanity has planned when an asteroid gets too close for comfort and if it actually strikes our planet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Look around your house right now. How much stuff is cluttering your home that you should've tossed long ago? We have different reasons for keeping things we all need to throw away. "I might need all those take-out menus hanging on the fridge! Hey, those old smartphones might have personal information on them!" Yeah, but not really. Grab a trash can, recycle bin, and let's get to decluttering your home! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Titanoboa was the largest snake that ever lived on this planet. This Titanic of a serpent was terrorizing the Earth some time between the extinction of the dinosaurs and the first appearance of the biggest shark ever: Megalodon. A snake the length of 7 adults could've easily swallowed one. So, that's the question: what would happen if you somehow met this extinct giant and it gobbled you up whole? What would you see and feel inside Titanoboa's belly, and could you survive? Time to find out! 😲 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It sounds like a scene you'd only see in Hollywood doomsday movies. You're in your back yard grilling up some burgers when all of a sudden a tornado appears before you! You run to escape the twister, but then you notice...this is no normal tornado. This one's on fire!!! Do you have a chance to survive a fire tornado? Sure! If you act fast and know exactly what to do and what to beware of most. Here's a hint: the most dangerous part isn't even the flames! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you ready for some amazing facts about the human body nobody knows? There are rare body features only a tiny percentage of people have. Are you among the most unique people on this planet? See for yourself and check if you have these unique body features that are rare! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Humans have been on Earth for 300,000 years, yet we still know so little about our own planet. There are amazing facts about the Earth that nobody knows. Like that one time - back when T-Rex ruled our planet 84 million years ago - when Earth fell on its side! Our planet tilted on its axis so much, New York City would be located where Florida is today! Get ready for some incredible facts about the world you won't ever forget! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you ready for a round of fresh facts about space? There are so many myths about space out there that people keep believing. Like what really happens if you fall into a black hole? And can we really save Earth if an asteroid is flying toward us? Here are the most incredible facts about space and the solar system to finally forget about those common myths everybody believes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered why zebras are black-and-white? Did you know that dogs sometimes need to wear braces? Can you believe that the oldest tree we know is called Methuselah and is 4,700 years old? The animal kingdom is full of secrets and unexpected facts that are hard to believe but true. Let's find out the most unusual facts about animals and trees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dogs are known as man's best friend but sometimes in the rare instance they attack. Are you afraid of dogs? Do you know how to act if a barking dog approaches you? The main tip is not to look the angry creature in the eyes. While your first instinct might be to run, that could actually make matters worse.
Dangerous situations might occur any time in our lives. The best thing is to be well-prepared and know how to act in case of any emergency. Be it an angry dog or quicksand or a swarm of bees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you think of a volcano, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Streams of red, steaming-hot lava pouring over the sides? Dark clouds of ash rising high into the sky? Maybe you think of a relaxing hot spring? Well, we all imagine one thing: a cone-shaped mountain looming over the horizon. But it can be as green and lush as any other mountain! At the top, of course, there’s a giant hole. Like an opening that goes all the way down…
Inside, there’s lava and gases being pushed outside. Lava is so hot that if you were standing at the top of the volcano and looked down, your face would feel as red as the color of that liquid rock oozing out! A volcanic eruption never comes without consequences for us. And I’m not just talking about people living nearby. The impacts are usually felt on a global scale too! For example, planes can’t fly for a while because of the blanket of ash released in the air. But what if there were never any volcanoes at all? Would Earth still be the same? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So you’ve bought yourself a new computer and suddenly there’s no place for your old one in your home. You can always sell it, of course, but there are much more interesting ways to use your old laptop or desktop PC. Turn it into a home server. Instead of keeping all your files on your new computer’s hard drive, you can set up a home group and connect all your devices in a single network.
Then, make your old computer’s drive shared with the whole network, and everyone in your house will be able to view and use files stored on it, as well as share their own. This comes in especially handy when someone in your family has a device with low space — this way, they can always keep new files in the shared storage. You also can make a surveillance camera out of it. It might look weird, though, if you just hang your laptop outside the door, so you may want to rewire it a little bit and extract the camera first. So, not sure what to do with your old laptop? Here are some cool ways to reuse it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The ocean gets its portion of oxygen from algae, microorganisms, and plankton floating in the upper layers of the water. They release a tremendous amount of oxygen back into the water, which helps keep all marine life going. No oxygen, no more algae. No algae, no more oxygen. But what would happen if the ocean suddenly ran out of oxygen? By the way, when air brushes over the ocean’s surface, it gets oxygen, too. So if the ocean ran out of oxygen, it would have to adapt. It would start pulling more air from the land, and we couldn’t breathe deeply.
Okay, let's imagine this has happened to the Earth. Oxygen has disappeared from all the oceans and seas. People are stressed out. Beach cities empty out. A lot of people are packing up their cars and leaving. Land prices are going crazy. You can buy beachfront property for almost nothing. People start investing like crazy in anything eco-friendly. Home plants start to get very expensive. People are getting more tired. They’re feeling down and grumpy… So, here's another scary what-if scenario for those who love cool facts about nature and unusual hypothetical questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With all of the DC and Marvel movies coming out, we are quick to admire the superheroes' strength, agility, and other cool stuff that makes them superhuman. But what about the people who don't appear in movies but still possess awesome superpowers? Michel Lotito became famous for being able to munch on inedible stuff. This French entertainer can eat anything, including rubber, metal, and glass.
Doctors found out that the man had a very thick lining covering his stomach and intestines. Plus, his digestive juices were incredibly powerful. This gave him the ability to consume literally anything, including sharp or even toxic metals. No wonder Lotito got the nickname "Monsieur Mangetout." But he's most known for the time he ate an airplane. Okay, well, the man didn't actually eat any gigantic passenger plane. But he still consumed a mind-boggling 9 tons of metal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey, welcome to Earth, 2050! You’re living in a world after the Great Temperature Shift of 2020. Days are as hot as they can be, and nights are just as cold. Humans have always depended on the environment, but now they’re more vulnerable than ever. They learned to deal with extreme cold and extreme heat. You don’t remember the world that used to be because you were born in the new climatic era.
People don’t vacation to the beach anymore because the climate is pretty much the same everywhere. That, and you can’t fly anywhere. Air travel is a thing of the past since planes can’t take off in 100° weather. High heat means air is thinner, so the wings can’t produce lift. At least, that’s what your grandad told you – he was a pilot in the times before the Shift. Skiing, ice skating, and snowboarding are now done only at indoor artificial snow resorts. Skyscrapers are no more, and everything runs on solar power... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your phone battery is draining fast, but you need it to last longer! You start closing all your apps, but stop right there! No, closing apps doesn't save battery life on iPhone or Android. In fact, it drains your phone battery even faster! Here's a simple trick to get a longer battery life when you need it most! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Bermuda Triangle is one of the greatest mysteries of the world. What is it hiding? Do ships and planes really disappear in the Bermuda Triangle? This part of the Atlantic Ocean has been captivating human imagination for years. Stories about unexplained disappearances are still around. Let's unveil some of its secrets right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You've been celebrating Birthday since you were born and you can definitely say how old you are in about a second, right? But how old would you be on Mars and other planets of our Solar System? A year on Mars is almost twice as long as that on Earth. Let's see on which planet you'll age the slowest and the fastest! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Magnetic Hill in Leh, India is one of the most unusual places on Earth. It's a place where gravity doesn't work. You can put a ball at the foot of a hill, and it'll roll UP the hill! What's behind this unusual phenomenon? Is it an unsolved mystery or something with a simple, science-based explanation? Time to find out! That, and more most unbelievable natural phenomena on Earth! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is the Bermuda Triangle really as mysterious as the myths make you believe? It's one of the busiest shipping and flight routes in the world. So compared to the nonstop high traffic, not that many ships and planes have disappeared in the Bermuda Triangle over the centuries. So, what if you decided to test all the Bermuda Triangle myths and stayed there for 24 hours - would you survive? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Islands are usually associated with sand, beaches, vacation and relaxation. But what if I tell you there're some islands on our planet you'd never wanna visit? For example, an island full of venomous snakes... or an island with creepy dolls hiding in the trees. There's even an island that only a few people get the permission to visit. Here're 5 islands with terrifying and amazing histories! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space is so vast that it seems we can never fully explore it. How about colonizing it? Today scientists are diligently working on the possibilities for humans to live on other planets. Some are looking for planets just like ours, others explore under which conditions we could build cities across the Milky Way Galaxy. Here's a little spoiler: humans WILL live on other planets, but it'll take 90 million years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you ready for an epic battle? The largest ape that ever lived against the most ferocious predator to ever walk on Earth. T-rex had a massive body, huge teeth and jaws so powerful that they could crush a car. Was there any creature that could defeat him? How about a real King Kong for an opponent? Gigantopithecus was huge and weighed five times as much as an adult man. So who'd win this fight? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space is vast and it's hiding so many secrets! Black holes, dark energy, mysterious stars, unknown planets. Scientists have been looking for one of such planets for 100+ years, but still can't find it. There're clear signs that Planet X exists right in our Solar System, but we don't see it. How it is possible and what's so special about this mysterious planet? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mars is sometimes called the Red Planet and it's truly special. After the Earth, Mars is the most habitable planet in our Solar System. Is this why NASA chose Mars for investigation? It's the only planet we've sent rovers to explore and each mission costs billions of dollars! Let's check out what we've found on the Red Planet so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the coolest fact about your body? Maybe that you wake up before an alarm clock for a reason? Or that you can't breathe and swallow at once? Or that you actually take micronaps while blinking? Human body is a wonder machine where every detail performs its function. It's so fascinating to get to know how these machines work! Here's a list of body facts that'll reveal why our bodies are designed this way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ancient pyramids have always baffled scientists. There were definitely no construction cranes, electric hammers or excavators. So how did people back then manage to build something as monumental as the pyramids? Let's take a look at the possible process of construction and pay attention to the upper part of the structure. What is it for? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You wake up in the morning, get your coffee, open the fridge, take the eggs out, then go take a shower... But what would your day be like 200 years ago? No running water, no toothpaste, no coffee machines, no internet. But what did people do every day? Let's watch and compare daily routines of a person today and 200 years ago! Sounds exciting! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space is full of mysteries and the potential discoveries we can make there are limitless. We know that the Earth orbits the Sun and that this orbit isn't a perfect circle but rather an ellipse. But what if our planet started sharing its orbit with another planet? Could two planets share the same orbit without colliding? Let's investigate this space fact! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you look up at the Earth's satellite, the Moon, you'll see that its surface is peppered with thousands of craters. Those are caused by asteroids and meteorites colliding with the lunar surface. But it also has over 200 holes that might even lead to caves. Scientists from around the world keep an eye on them and wondering if they may lead to an underground tunnel system... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you love exciting journeys as much as I do? A journey to outer space, to the middle of a desert or... to a deep blue hole. Those are underwater sinkholes, similar to the ones on land. They vary in size and depth, but are ecological spots with a high diversity of plants and animals. Little is known about the deep holes blues holes due to the lack of accessibility. But I invite you on an exciting adventure towards one of the deepest blue holes on our planet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space is so vast and exciting! Space facts never get boring and there's always something going on right above our heads. Did you know that space isn't silent? Each planet of our Solar System sounds different! For example, Jupiter is pretty noisy and full of bizzare sounds. Let's take a listen to what you'd hear standing on different planets... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each human being is truly unique. Even people with brown and blue eyes see differently! One has better day vision, while the other has better night vision. Your eye color also changes throughout your life and even affects how good you are at sports! Here are some amazing facts about the human eye and more awesome human body facts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine you look out the window at the night sky and see the Moon... but it's red! This image might frighten you but there's no need to be afraid if you see such a thing. Instead, enjoy the view, because you have witnessed a rare astronomical phenomenon. This is a total lunar eclipse. The view in the sky is incredible as the usually whiteish moon becomes red or ruby-brown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your home is your fortress... but sometimes it might get invaded by unwanted pesky guests - insects! Some of them gnaw through the wood to make room for their nest. Eventually they might munch on your entire house! Others look threatening and occupy bushes in your garden. There're also insects that you might notice only after they give you a painful bite.
One thing most people will agree on is that insects don't belong in the home. How do you protect your home from these bugs? And is there a way to get rid of them once and for all? Here're 11 pesky bugs that can cause a lot of trouble. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do you act if you suddenly bump into an angry wild animal? You never know when a bear might cross your path next time you stoll in the woods. Let's learn these 10 tips that might save your life one day... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Is this diamond real or fake"? This is the question asked by everyone who's got this precious stone or is dreaming to get one. Here're some simple techniques to spot fake jewelry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The world is full of surprises: unique places, unexplained phenomena, albino animals. That's right! Tigers that aren't yellow and black - but completely white! Here's a collection of random interesting facts to impress your teachers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sleeping tips - that's what many of us need at occasional nights. Is there a secret tool to fall asleep fast and get perfect rest in no time? Here's a trick I use to fall asleep in less than 2 minutes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Looking for cooking tips to master your home kitchen? Here're 50 tricks even professional chefs don't know. Preparation techniques, little-known facts and step-by-step guides to turn any simple meal into a masterpiece of yours... or at least not to spoil food. For most of us cooking seems pretty hard, even intimidating. But that's unless you know several cooking tricks that'll make your time in the kitchen so much easier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Get ready for an amazing journey full of space facts - we're going to lift weights on different planets! Weight is the force gravity exerts on any object. An average person here on Earth can lift up to 150 lb. But what if we travelled to another planet and tried to lift something there? For example, on Mercury gravity is less than half that on Earth. Spoiler: there's a place where you couldn't lift a donut! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some things you use every day without even thinking have their secrets. Remember those mysterious stripes on bathroom towels? It's not just a decoration — it's a stabilizer strip to help the towel last longer. The circle on the plastic milk jug can tell you if the milk is good or bad. There's a big chance that your oven door is removable: it means you can clean it between the glass, as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On some nights falling asleep doesn't come easy. You keep tossing, turning and wondering how to fall asleep fast and without counting sheep. You might try to read a book, turn off your electronics, open the window to get some fresh air. But these things still don't work, then what does? I've gathered the most effective tips for sleepless nights. Learn how to fall asleep instantly, no matter what! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Even though we’ve never been there, we know that the Earth’s core is molten and hot. From the study of seismology, we've measured sound waves traveling through Earth and can tell that the core is super hot, just like the Sun. So it turns out, we walk over the Sun-like temperature every day! So why doesn't it fry us all? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine this: the light from outside your window just got brighter. You stick your head out and notice that the moon got a lot bigger – double in size. Our natural satellite is responsible for many processes on Earth, so the water level rises by every second and has now entered your house. After a while, the head of NASA decides to launch an unmanned rocket into the Moon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Missing trains, time-traveling planes, strange black holes in the desert, spooky sounds, and visual anomalies - some mysteries only seem to be such but, in fact, have a logical explanation. The disappearance story of Martha Wright had no leads, clues, or theories that would make sense. Back in 1975, Jackson Wright and his wife Martha Wright were going by car from New Jersey to New York through Lincoln Tunnel. The windows fogged up, so Jackson had to stop the car and clean them. When he got back in the vehicle, his wife was no longer there... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Very often what we see in most sci-fi movies about space turns out to be far from reality. For example, when the main character gets into an asteroid belt and has to try hard to get away from countless rocks that threaten to damage their spacecraft. Sorry to disappoint, but that's nothing like the real thing. And here are some more cool space facts to capture your interest. Our Sun is insanely massive. How massive? Wait for it, I'm gonna tell you. Let's discover some more fascinating astronomical stuff! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
No one knows royal protocol like Her Majesty. Queen Elizabeth II is England's longest reigning ruler. She enjoys numerous royal privileges and aspects of power.
Among her many privileges, Queen Elizabeth doesn’t have to face the stress of having to pass a tricky driving test. She is the only person allowed to sit behind the wheel in Britain without a driver’s license. How's it possible? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you see these QR codes right next to a parking meter, don't scan them! Many experts warn about randomly scanning QR codes off the streets. It may lead to scam websites where people can take your information and bank details and gain access to your credentials. The people behind this scam can then access your account and take out as much money as they want. I'm gonna tell you everything about this tricky scam and explain how to protect yourself online. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Criminals regularly invent new tricky scams to be able to steal any car. The only way to protect your car from being stolen is to stay alert and well-informed and follow some essential safety tips. Here're hints and tips to avoid your car being stolen. For example, if you see a padlock on your car, you might find a note attached with a number for you to call. The number is for a nearby scammer or thief, hoping you'll call so they will charge you to remove the lock. What happens next? I'm gonna reveal this and other tricky scams! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here's a portion of refreshing random facts about everything! Something that never gets boring is knowing random facts, as long as they are interesting! If you’ve been looking for some nice ice-breakers or just fun conversation starters, this video is here for you! For example, did you know that it's enough to use a small amount of toothpaste to brush your teeth, the size of a pea? But the ads show that you have to cover the entire toothbrush with paste as a marketing ploy. Let's find out why they do this... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most of the everyday objects might look pretty ordinary to the untrained eye. Everything we use on a daily basis become such a huge part of our routines that we seldom notice some of the coolest features . But that's until you take a closer look at them. Some of the items around you hold plenty of secrets! For example, take a look at those chopsticks you use to eat sushi. Why are they always connected at one side? Admit it, you’ve always thought that chopsticks are merged at the end for the sole purpose of keeping them together until you're ready to dig into your meal. That may or may not be the whole truth... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do most doors have those gaps at the bottom? Why don't fish have necks? Why is snow white, if ice and liquid water mostly appear clear? There're so many 'whys' is this world that it's never enough to ask questions! This is what makes your mind curious and keeps your brain working. Let's get to know some of the coolest random facts about our world that you can use next time you wanna impress your teacher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever believed something that later turned out to be a simple myth? Myth and truth always come hand in hand, so that it gets difficult to distinguish between them. For example, many of us have heard the recommendation of premium fuel for a car that requires regular gas to gain better performance or to boost the engine's health. Is it really so? We’ll get this and other 28 popular myths debunked. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Just think about it for a second: we, humans, are real space people. You were born in Space, I was born in Space, our neighbors were born in Space. Are we alone in the vast Universe or there could be more life forms out there?
Amazingly, out planet Earth has all the different elements in the Universe, all 94 naturally occurring ones, from hydrogen to plutonium. Maybe that’s why we’re here! What're all of the essential components for intelligent life in Space? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Next time you go grocery shopping, pay attention to the tiny details all around you. Every package color, size, title placement matters! All the hidden details in the objects you find in the supermarket have a message that marketing specialists and designers intended to convey in order to attract a buyer's attention.
For example, did you notice that oranges are always sold in red mesh bags? Why do they look more appealing this way? And why does a bag of chips always appear half full? Next time you get your favorite cheese, ask yourself why it's full of holes. Let's answer these common why's that appear while you go grocery shopping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Next time you grab a bottle of your favorite soda drink, take a look closer at it. Why is it never filled to the top? Are companies just being greedy or there's another reason behind this detail? Every item surrounding you at home, at school or at a local supermarket has some hidden purpose. The ridges on the coins you find on the floor, the digits on the eggs you buy, the holes on your AirPods, the pink rubber on your pencil. Let's explore hidden functions of common object we see or use every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you've ever unplugged your phone during an update, DON'T. Your phone is likely to start malfunctioning. The home screen might stop working properly and you won't be able to access some of the files. In tech-savvy language it's called "your phone was bricked". What does it mean? Let's find out... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It takes the Earth a little more than 365 days to make a complete trip around the Sun. It happens because of the Sun's gravitational pull. But what if it was the other way round? What if the Sun rotated around our planet? Would it lead to catastrophic results or we wouldn't even notice the difference? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New year is when we make a list of habits we might have forgotten to follow the previous year. A night of healthy 8-hour sleep is one of those habits. Let's follow some simple rules and improve the quality of our sleep. One of them: never hit your bed right after eating, as you don't give your body enough time to burn off calories from your meal! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Staying in a hotel is a relaxing experience most of the time. But sometimes it can be overshadowed by some pretty unpleasant things. A dirty bathroom, a broken chair... or a phone charger left in the room. Why is it a warning indicating you should leave your room ASAP? Could anyone spy on you through a phone charger? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The RMS Titanic was considered to be "unsinkable". But we know the end of the story. Many of the survivors of the tragedy remember that there was absolutely no panic on board the ship till the very end. Was it because people didn't believe such a huge ship could go down? Or because the passengers didn't expect there could be any lack of lifeboats? Let's find out why the passengers of the legendary ship managed to stay calm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You’re trudging up a steep sand dune, one foot in front of the other. Out of breath. Exhausted. You’ve lost too much water and your body is beginning to shut down. You know you can’t go on for much longer.
Finally, you reach the top of the dune. And there before you is what you didn’t want to see. It’s so horrible that it takes seconds to sink in. Stretching to the horizon, is a literal sea. Of endless sand dunes. You’re stranded. Alone. Lost. Far from salvation, on the Planet Arrakis.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scientist have been long promising us they could stop aging altogether. But what if someone you know could live for 1,000 years? Here's why humans keep evolving and what seemed impossible just yesterday could be our life already...
Thanx to technological inventions, better nutrition, more available clean water, and a huge progress in medicine, people are already living much longer today than they used to 150 years ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
66 million years ago dinosaurs had the ultimate bad day. A giant asteroid crashed into the Earth and wiped out all of those species. Mass extinction spread all across the planet. But why did the birds survive? Birds evolved from feathery dinosaurs, so how did they manage to make it through the impact? Let's examine those events step by step. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs hit Earth millions of years ago. But we're still investigating all of the details of that event. Why did the dinosaurs go extinct and the birds didn't? Which of the creatures did they evolve into? Was it possible to save any of the Dinos? Let's answer some of the most exciting questions about dinosaurs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the drawbacks of never shutting down your computer? Modern computers can work non-stop for a very long time. But does shutting it down make a difference? Remember that all of the parts that make up your computer have a limited lifetime... Which of them experiences the most stress from never shutting down? Here're the things that harm your computer the most. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world. It reaches over 29 thousand feet at its summit. Everest is tall and mighty so if you come with a tiny needle to its foot, it'll simply get lost there. But what if a needle hits this mountain at the speed of light? This would make a great change... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Saturn is the sixth planet from the Sun and the one with the biggest rings in our Solar System. But Saturn isn't the only planet to have them - Jupiter, Uranus and Neptune have rings too. Can Earth have rings just like Saturn does?
Scientists claim our planet might be on the way to have rings around it. However, very specific ones - human-made rings out of damaged satellites, rockets and other space junk... What else is awaiting us in the future? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Whenever I see a rainbow I get super excited and believe it brings good luck! But I can never tell how far away it is from me: rainbows have no distance or size. So I've decided to find out if it's possible to reach the end of a rainbow... Maybe, if you run fast enough, you can see the edge of it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if you turned into a Titan? Powerful, strong and giant - who wouldn't wanna feel like that, at least once? Imagine opening your eyes one morning, looking at your feet and hands and seeing that they're enormous in size. Besides, you acquired some special superpowers. What can you do with it all? And are there any other creatures more powerful than you? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine that you wake up in the morning, open your laptop and... there's no Internet! Yup, the whole Internet stopped working and you have to print it out on paper in order to save it. Just imagine how many pages it will be... We'd get back to printed press but containing all of our favorite websites and accounts. Sounds really nervous and chaotic - let's sort it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever wondered why your favorite cheese has those huge or tiny holes in it? Spoiler: this detail is there for a reason! The world is full of hidden secrets and details we always fail to pay attention to... Ordinary things that surround us every day are full of unusual secrets! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We love certain products and have no idea what they're made of. But very often this information brings a lot of surprises: potato chips aren't actual potato slices, tomato ketchup doesn't contain only tomatoes and there's a secret ingredient that gives Cola-Cola its signature taste. What's that ingredient? Let's explore these 19 everyday things made in a strange way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How well do we know our Solar System? What if I tell you there're more than eight planets around here? Have you ever heard about the so-called 'Planet 9'? Let's find out what it is and why scientists claim it exists. What's the evidence of Planet 9 really being out there? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our planet rotates once every 24 hours in respect to the Sun - this time is know as the solar day. The current speed of rotation is about 1,000 miles per hour. That's a lot, but we don't really feel this speed and it doesn't affect us. But what if this speed got much faster - let's say... the speed of light. If the Earth was rotating at the speed of light, how would it affect our planet and our lives? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Look up - what do you see? There's a whole world, or even many unknown worlds up there. Space is full of surprises and we're gonna uncover them. Here's a space facts marathon that'll reveal what's going on up there... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are many picturesque lakes in Louisiana, but one of them stands out among all the others because its history is connected with a large-scale disaster that changed the entire ecosystem. It's a miracle that people managed to miraculously survive. It's amazing how a drilling mistake of one person has changed Lake Peigneur for good! Let's find out more about its history, as well as some other unique places in the world that have huge funnels. For example, the Giant Hole in Yemen that the locals believe to be a portal to the underground world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There's apparently a piece of the Moon floating in space! It broke off many years ago and is roughly the size of a Ferris wheel. It even has a name... a very strange name. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Proxima Centauri b is in the habitable zone and is pretty similar in mass to the Earth. NASA's telescope might have detected proof of artificial lights coming from that planet. What is it? A distant megapolis or maybe lights from some vehicles? Or some sort of signal we might be receiving? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world. At least that's what we believed in so far. But there has been discovered an underground mountain that lies 410 miles beneath the Earth's surface. It turns out to be even taller than Everest! Where is it located? What if you could you be standing on top of a mounting at this very moment? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Universe is endless and fascinating: it both frightens and amazes us. Unusual space phenomena, processes we're not used to, exciting distant stars and planets. Here're 10+ things that will tell you how amazing, but also scary space is.
One of the unusual things that can happen in space is that you won't be able to cry there. Your eyes will get so dry, you'll feel like they're burning... Why does it happen? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
he world is full of myths we all heard and truly believe in. However, very often popular beliefs turn out to be misconceptions. Here're 18 myths you always thought were true finally explained.
One of them is about the crown on the Statue of Liberty. It doesn't mean 7 continents and seas. The seven spikes represent sun rays and the circle is a halo. Wow! What else are we used to believe in? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Smart choices in the grocery store - that's what we all need! Good nutrition starts with the products we pick at a supermarket. Preparing a healthy meal might be a challenge if you don't have the right ingredients in your kitchen!
Pay attention to the packaging dates to find fresh chicken. In order to pick a sweet watermelon, look for a brown stem. Check the downside shape of a bell pepper in order to find the best one! Here's a complete guide to find tasty food at a supermarket... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Asian Giant Hornet is the largest hornet in the world. It's the size of a thumb and its sting looks like a real needle. By the way, Asian Giant Hornets are one of the most dangerous insects in the world. They can lead to the mass extinction of many species of living creatures on Earth.
But what happens if an Asian Giant Hornet stings you? Its sting is believed to be one of the most painful ones among insects. You're about to find out what happens to the human body after the sting gets into the skin... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Moon is our planet's sole natural satellite and nearest celestial body. The Moon orbits the Earth and it takes about one month to complete the full cycle from New Moon to New Moon. But there's a common misconception that the Moon goes around the Earth. Which isn't true.
Why do we believe in this myth and why is it completely wrong? Let's take a look at the phases of the Moon and its rotation cycle. We'll see that the Moon is not going around the Earth - it is traveling along with the Earth - around the Sun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our Solar System includes 8 beautiful different planets... Or does it? There have long been heard theories about the mysterious Planet Nine. And right now we're closer than ever to finding that mysterious extra Planet than ever before. Scientists have found a dark giant at the edge of our Solar System and claim it could be it...
IRAS, which is the Infrared Astronomical Satellite, collected interesting data back in 1983 that proves Planet Nine could be out there. According to the data gathered, it might be 5 to 10 times the mass of our own planet and up to 20 times further away than Neptune. How could it be hiding out there for so long? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Milky Way is the galaxy that includes our Solar System. It's fascinating and unique... at least we thought so... But scientists were shocked by the discovery of 12 perfectly identical galaxies. This one seem to be the wildest space discovery ever!
For example, Sunburst Arc galaxy has about 12 copies of it! Hubble Telescope images will reveal the truth about them. Or are those just optical illusions? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Would you like to travel to the edge of our Universe? I've always wondered what it looks like: if there's a giant black hole at the border or maybe a portal to another Universe... Here's the answer! Scientists claim they've discovered a giant 'wall' at the end of our Universe.
This wall of galaxies is at least 1.4 billion light-years long. And it is situated right behind the Milky Way galaxy, in a place called the Zone of Galactic Obscuration. The galaxy’s brightness must have kept the wall shrouded in plain sight. Maybe that's why we had no idea it existed before...
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Do you always charge your phone when going to bed? Or, maybe, you prefer to charge it while resting it by the window? Well, you should stop doing it once and for all! Why? These are just some of the crucial mistakes that shorten the life of your gadgets. You don't wanna have to buy a new phone every year, do you?
Here're 14 things we should avoid doing that harm our electronic devices. If you do any of them, you'd better STOP immediately. You'll learn about everything that gets our gadgets damaged: from charging mistakes to malware apps and things that're stealing your storage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Breaking news: human technology has touched the Sun! Wow! How's that for a breakthrough? Parker Solar Probe was launched in 2018 to explore the Sun and travelled closer to the scorching-hot giant than any spacecraft before. NASA spacecraft entered the solar atmosphere, making it the first time a piece of human technology touched the Sun.
What else did the spacecraft find out? Did it uncover any mysteries of the Sun? By the way, researchers are expecting another approaches in 2022. There're even plans for the probe to make a fly-by around Venus. It'll gain more speed and approach the Sun at a record close distance. I'll make sure to tell you all about it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you afraid of insects? Or maybe you just find them creepy and dislike them? Imagine some of the insects getting bigger than humans! Huge cockroaches, massive spiders and enormous millipedes. What a nightmare... And it turns out, it could be reality in the past.
Researchers in England have found fossils of the largest millipede to have ever lived. These giant creatures were the length of a car and likely roamed Earth millions of years ago. But if millipedes used to be that big, could they grow back in size now? Just think about it... What if the world suddenly became invaded by giant insects? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're used to having only one star in our Solar System: the Sun. It's a hot ball of glowing gases and holds our Solar System together. We on Earth can observe the motion of the Sun at beautiful sunrise or sunset. Just imagine two sunsets at a time - on a planet that has two suns! It's a real thing. Kepler 16b is a cold place made of half rock, half gas. But it has two suns, so you'd also have two shadows there.
There's been discovered an even cooler planet: it orbits 3 suns! It's a gas giant similar to Jupiter and about 1,300 light-years from Earth. Let's travel right to that planet and explore the gravitational balance that holds the system together! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Great Sphinx of Giza is well-known all around the world. It's considered a wonder of the world - yet, is it still remains an unsolved mystery. They say that underneath there are more than several passages, small shafts, and accessible holes. What exactly is hidden there and why can't tourists enter it?
I bet you don’t know the secrets of these 7 famous places. Mount Rushmore hides a secret room in one of its President's heads, while the Eiffel Tower has a secret apartment hidden from everyone's eyes. Let's uncover all of these secrets and take a look at what's hidden inside the world's most famous landmarks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever noticed anyone following you? The feeling of being watched is something that most of us can relate to experiencing at some point. Imagine you’re walking home after a night out with friends and suddenly notice a shadow walking right behind you. What're you gonna do? It’s important to trust your senses and remain calm in order to protect yourself.
Learn these simple steps to take in case you notice a stranger trailing you. They're gonna help you protect yourself in a critical situation. One of them: if your hair is up in a ponytail or bun, let it down as you walk. Let's find out, how it will help... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A bee versus a giant hornet - imagine such an epic battle! At first sight it seems obvious who can win a fight like that. It's like a battle between a kitten and a saber-toothed tiger. But think about an army of bees against an army of giant hornets: this would be a different story.
In this video we're gonna witness a step-by-step battle between bees and giant hornets with an unexpected ending. What is it gonna be like and what would this clash end with? Let's observe and see... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Drivers, beware: there’s a new best way to park your car. It turns out we've been parking our cars incorrectly. You'll find out why you shouldn't park in the center of a parking spot and parking along the edge is much better.
Today we're driving safer cars on safer roads. But it's still better to fresh up your driving tips knowledge every once in awhile. By the way, there're always numerous cool tips out there. In this video you'll learn what's the "Dutch reach" method, why you need to remember the slogan “Reach, Swivel, Look, Open” nd what you should do if it gets too hot inside your vehicle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If it starts raining and you're looking for some shelter but there're no buildings around, where're you gonna hide? Probably, some tree, right? But what if the tree you're running towards is absolutely toxic? It looks like nothing special: a gray trunk, green leaves, and fruit similar to small apples. But it's absolutely poisonous and one drop can really hurt your skin.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Earth is a unique planet. Out of all the planets in our Solar System it’s the only one that’s developed life. But what if it’s not the only one out there? What if there’s a second Earth that also has life?
Let’s discover what would happen in this scenario. The whole field of astronomy and astrophysics would change and get extra funding. We’d wanna fully explore that second planet and those who live there and how. And of course, the inhabitants of our planet’s doppelgänger would definitely monitor our lives as well… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever noticed those yellow and orange bumps on train stations? What are they there for? To attract your attention or maybe just for the sake of design? Every object surrounding us in everyday lives has some meaning. And even if we don't know it, it serves its purpose.
Here're 14 facts you won't use in life, but they are still cool to know. In this video you'll find out why Boeing uses potatoes to test wi-fi and why we associate citrus smells with being clean... Spoiler: it has something to do with household cleaning of the past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you arrive at a hotel and open your room, don’t rush to open your bags and put all the clothes onto the shelves. Better place your bags into the bathtub. Why? A hotel is a place where lots of people stay every day and you never know what they carry with them...
Here're 22 hotel tips and tricks that will save you time and nerves. You'll find out why there's a phone in the bathroom in some hotels. Also, why many hotels only accept credit cards as a form of payment, and without one you won’t be able to book a room. And why you need to think twice if you’re thinking about putting your valuables in the safe for security... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Solar System is the gravitationally bound system of the Sun and the planets that orbit it. But what if we replace the Sun with some other extreme space objects? First of all, all the planets will lose their light source. Some of the planets might even freeze and the Earth won't be an exception.
Normally, black holes are so far away that we can't see them even with a telescope. But something strange has happened and a black hole entered our Solar System and managed to replace our Sun! Let's see what consequences this would have for us and the neighboring planets... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that the world's largest desert isn't the Sahara? The biggest deserted landscapes are actually the cold ones: located in Antarctica and the Arctic. About 20,000 years ago, the Sahara was actually one big oasis. Now its boundaries are expanding: since the 1920s, the Sahara is considered to have grown by over 10%. Let's find out how this process can affect the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered why public toilets have a large gap between the floor and the door? Or what those strings on packs of cotton pads are for? And you probably didn't know what those small pockets on outdoor jackets are for? A lot of things you're using every day are hiding their little secrets. Once you know them, you'll unlock a whole new world and use them to their fullest potential. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Believe it or not, but one of the biggest bank heists in history was done with no violence at all! It was so well prepared and executed that not one of the culprits got caught in the act? That might seem like a stretch, but the truly crazy thing is that this heist was prepared by 8 older men, some already in retirement! It all happened in 2015 in England when an older man walks into a bank disguised as a maintenance worker. No one could even suspect this older man to be a burglar in disguise... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Evolution is a continuous process and some human body parts need time to adjust to it. Did you know that humans actually have tails? Let's find out how it's possible... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are 'sun halos' and why do you need to run ASAP if you see one in the sky? Let's discover the most fascinating yet pretty scary natural phenomena happening somewhere in the world right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you often feel unlucky or that bad things keep happening in your life? But what if everything went your way? At least for 24 hours... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Traveling tips are useful to check out before your next trip. How do you pack luggage or pass travel security fast? And where does your baggage go right after check-in? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you were looking for random facts to impress a professor or some cool ice-breakers for a conversation with friends - here you go! For example, did you know that ostriches don't actually hide their heads in sand? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most cars have some interior features many of us don't know the function of. Have you ever used those grab handles installed above the doors in your car? I bet you have no idea about their real purpose! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your ceiling fan has a secret mode - did you know it? It can move in more than one direction: one for summer and the other one - for winter. Here's a list of hidden purposes and functions of everyday object you've probably never heard before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Modern technology has brought about enormous improvements. Yet, we still don't know much about the smartphones we use every day. Why does snooze last 9 minutes? What happens if you turn off snooze? To find out, we'll need to do a deep dive into the history of alarm clock. Here're 25 unbelievable facts about the cell in your hand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do humans cry? Why are human bodies so fragile? How many taste buds do humans have? There're numerous questions about our bodies that keep showing up. Human body is an example of a complex machine, where everything works like magic. Here're 24 crazy things your body can do. One of them: we can actually twist our eyes in a weird way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever asked questions about your body - why is the human body compared to an engine? Why is the human body so complex? Every little detail in this mechanism matters and serves its function. Take a look at your little finger. Did you know, that without a little finger, one would lose 50 percent of the hand's strength! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why is planet Earth so special? Why is planet Earth unique? Earth is full of unexplained phenomena, mysterious places and processes science can barely explain. For example, there was an earthquake in Indonesia that lasted for 32 years. It kept happening due to the clash of the tectonic plates below the island. Why did this clash keep happening? And how did it affect the long-lived corals that inhabit the seas above? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How can the Titanic be reached? How to raise the Titanic? This emblematic ship would be a great museum if we managed to but it on solid ground. Many schemes have been proposed to raise the Titanic: huge magnets, an enormous hook, even millions of Ping Pong balls to fill it in. What else? Recovering the Titanic isn't easy but might be possible... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do we have seedless fruits? How to grow fruit without seeds? The world is full of curious things. Children usually ask a million questions about how things work in the world. But as we grow up, we stop getting surprised and stop asking questions. Here're 25 why's I always wondered and finally googled. 🤩 Join me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if Titans were real? Imagine your street full of huge people- the size of a skyscraper! What would a Titan look like? Would a Titan be like a regular human, only much taller and bigger? Would they live a peaceful life or disrupt our transport, agriculture, and much of the infrastructure? And, would humans stand a chance to survive by their side? Let's see what'd happen... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mars is a truly mesmerizing planet: it's red, beautiful and we're eager to colonize it. It's atmosphere is 100 times thinner than the Earth's atmosphere, so we'll definitely need advanced technology and equipment in order to make our dream come true. Establishing a permanent colony of humans on Mars is a real necessity but how soon can we start calling Mars our home? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes people set the strangest records: like staying awake for the longest amount of time. By the way, how long can you stay without falling asleep? One boy from California set the world record for 11 days and 25 minutes without sleep. How was it possible and what did he feel like? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who doesn't love fast food? Even if it's once in a while - it's absolutely yummy. The best fast food in the world is made using special ingredients, some of which are hundreds of years old. No wonder, companies keep them as well-guarded secrets. Most of these unique formulas are only known by a couple of people in the entire world. Let's get to know them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs hit Earth millions of years ago. But we're still investigating all of the details of that event. Why did the dinosaurs go extinct and the birds didn't? Which of the creatures did they evolve into? Was it possible to save any of the Dinos? Let's answer some of the most exciting questions about dinosaurs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Whether you are a sci-fi fan, an astronomer or a space enthusiast, you might have wondered, how much you would weigh on different planets. Would you be lighter on Mars? Or Jupiter? Weight is the force gravity exerts on an object, so it's logical that you'll have different weight on planets with different gravity. Let's see how heavy we'll be on other planets! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Antarctica is often called the frozen continent. There's so much mystery hidden underneath the layers of eternal ice and we won't stop making new discoveries. Scientists decided to carry an experiment and drop a piece of ice 90 meters down a borehole. The ice made a very peculiar noise when it reached the bottom. What could this sound indicate? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Could there be life outside planet Earth? We're dreaming of finding traces of life in space but what if we could colonize other planets of our Solar System and live there? Time runs slower on some of the planets and faster on others. So how would it affect your life span? Let's see how long you'd live for on each of the planets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hypothetical questions broaden our horizons - do you agree? Right after saying "what if...", we start wondering around our imagination in search of possible scenarios. Here's one of them: what if enormous spiders invaded your city? What do you do? Whom do you call? How do you protect yourself?
Another absurd question: what if time freezes and you can do whatever you want? You can even draw mustache on your boss's face, if you want to. Or shave off your worst enemy's hair. Even though such scenarios sounds too sci-fi, they might be worth paying attention to. What if...? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In 1886, a competition was announced in Paris. The winner would get the right to design and build the centerpiece for the World’s Fair of 1889. The company of Gustave Eiffel proposed a project that won among 107 others. The first project of the architects from Eiffel’s company was a tower with stonework pedestals, monumental arches between the columns, halls with glass walls on each level, the top shaped like a bulb, and plenty of ornaments. That project was too complicated so they changed it.
The Eiffel Tower looks revolutionary where it stands even today, but back in the late 19th century, it was a real sensation, for which a lot of people criticized it. Famous writers called it a tragic street lamp, a half-built factory pipe, and a giant skeleton. They weren’t too wrong. The tower really has something in common with a human skeleton: it was inspired by a thighbone! So, today, we're talking about absolutely amazing inventions inspired by Mother Nature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cats and yarn - they go together like peanut butter and jelly! Only...they don't! No matter how many times you see it in movies or cute cat calendars, you should never give your kitty yarn or string to play with! Your cat can swallow it, and the end result can be really bad. Same goes for giving your feline friend milk, too many cuddles, and lots more common mistakes pet owners have no idea they're making! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if you could see your whole life from day 1 till the very end in less than 10 minutes? Explore all the important moments that make up that complicated yet precious puzzle. Let's have a wonderful journey named "life". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
No wonder you can't fall asleep at night! You keep hearing noises in your house when you're alone - creaking, banging, cracking - how can you know if there is a burglar in your house right now!? Before you jump to conclusions that this is a sign you're in a home invasion, check these places first! That creaking noise in the wall could just be one of those house settling noises...or something else! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey, what's wrong with that plane? It's flying over your head, moving in circles! Has it lost its way? Are there some problems with its navigation systems? Nah, calm down. It's just sprinkling salt over the clouds. It's called cloud seeding. Everyone knows for sure rock salt is used to prevent people from slipping and cars from skidding off the road in the winter. But why would we need to do it in the sky?!
Well, drought is a big problem in many places all over the planet. A lack of drinking water, parched soil, wilting plants... And cloud seeding could solve this problem once and for all. To put it simply, the whole process is sowing clouds with chemicals to make it snow or rain. But how exactly does this thing work? And why do some people are skeptical about the cloud-seeding idea? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You're walking down the street when - uh oh! - a stray dog! Of course dogs are people’s best friends, but sometimes even they can pose a serious danger! If you ever meet a stray dog or cat, you'll need to know exactly what to do and not to do!
And not only dogs! What do you do if you see a raccoon, possum, or coyote? There are also some crucial steps you should take to stay safe. And most people have no idea what they are! Now you'll know what to do if you ever come across a stray or wild animal! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Should we really take 10,000 steps a day? Since we're all different, it can be more than enough for you to stay healthy but not nearly enough for your friend. So how many steps do we need? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cats are absolutely adorable... but we don't always interpret their behavior the right way. In this video you'll find hidden clues how cats show affection and other emotions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Statue of Liberty is one of the most famous American landmarks. But what if it just disappeared tomorrow? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do you make any conversation last longer? How do you get people to trust you? Is there a way to read someone's mind? Here're 100+ simple psychological tricks that would work in any social situation you can imagine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Earth a good jump can be over half a metre in a second. But hop with the same force elsewhere in our Solar System - like the Moon, or even Mars, can be completely different. Let's explore this one and other amazing space facts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you often find yourself googling some random facts about the world? Here they are: all the unusual yet interesting facts gathered in one video. Ready to stuff your heads with cool information that you might use in a conversation with friends or as an answer to your professor's tricky question? Let's go! You'll finally get to know the purpose of the reversed writing on ambulance cars. Spoiler: it's not a spelling mistake Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do you do when you meet a dog for the first time? Do you smile at it, or pat it... or maybe run away? Let's learn the correct way to approach an unfamiliar dog. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is it possible to stop time? Not really, unless you have the superpowers and imagination! Let's take a look at an alternative reality, where you could have the ability to press the 'pause' button, whenever you wanted to. What would you do, if you could freeze time and what consequences would it have? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This is a true story that'll send shivers down your spine! A plane crashed into the ocean and lost its tail... Was there a slight chance of survival? It seemed there was no chance but then a miracle happened. Everyone who was on board that plane stayed alive! This is a survival story that brings hope for miracles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space facts are never boring: new planets get discovered, other planets disappear, black holes destroy information and comets keep flying around at enormous speed. There's always something cool going on in space. Here's a new space fact for you: Jupiter keeps saving Earth all the time. Yup, if the largest planet in our Solar System didn't exist, our planet would be doomed. Find out, why... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Volcanoes are amazing: explosions, rocks flying up high, lava rivers flowing down the slopes, clouds of ash filling the air. There're about 1,500 potentially active volcanoes on Earth and we're already watching 19 of them closely. They might explode awake any minute... Like the volcano in Iceland that suddenly woke up after 800 years! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Everest is the highest mountain in the world. And it keeps attracting many climbers, including the most experienced ones. However, it turns out that each year climber have to go up a little longer, as the height of Everest keeps changing! The reason is that the tectonic collision that created the Himalayas 50 million years ago is still happening now. Find out how it's possible. .. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
While some gain muscles fast and easily, others find it hard to bulk up. If you're a 'hard gainer', this video is for you! We've gathered 15 effective tips to build muscle fast. One of them is to start eating properly: junk food won't do and if chicken breasts sound too boring, there're other options. Check them out! Let us know in the comments, which tips work for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space travel is exciting and thrilling! So far humanity has managed to travel as far as the Moon and we've got plans to go to Mars, of course. But what next? We're ambitious and have many plans. How far into space can we go? And how long would it take to reach the end of Universe? Let's answer these and many other space questions. Get ready for a long journey! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How often do you google 'how to stop procrastinating'? Yup, we all do that! It's often hard to stop doing nothing, playing video games or watching pointless series instead of getting down to business. But Bright Side knows an effective remedy. With its help you can unlock your hidden power and boost productivity. It's a 1-minute trick. Basically you'll have to concentrate on any task on your to do list for just one minute. Let's learn more about it... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Raise your head, look up, it's time for some exciting space facts! In 2006 Pluto was reclassified and changed its status from a planet into a dwarf planet. However, don't underestimate Pluto, as it could be our potential new home... Scientists keeping an eye on the Sun say it's getting bigger and brighter. What consequences will it have for our planet? And why Pluto could be the last habitable world left? Let's find out... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the real reason behind your dog's strange behavior? Our best friends have a language of their own that we just need to learn to interpret. Why dogs howl, why dogs smile or why dogs eat grass - you might know some of the dog signals already. But there're some communication clues that aren't too obvious from their body language. Time to find out, why dogs act the way they do... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Surely you remember learning about the planets in our solar system, how to name the planets in order, and which planets have rings! On that final list of planets with rings, you won't find Earth! So what if Earth had rings like Saturn? And what are Saturn's rings made of anyway? What would you see in the sky from the surface if Earth was a ringed planet? Time to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The world is full of unexplained natural phenomena. Some of them let you predict weather better than any meteorologist or forecast. We've gathered the most common signs of weather change and what they mean. Red sky in the morning, toads singing... how about a ring around the moon? It's called a 'lunar halo' and if you see one, it's a clear sign you should seek shelter and keep the umbrella handy! Let's find out, why... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Planning a vacation and love mystery places? This video is for you! We've gathered the most unusual places, where you'll find phenomena or objects science fails to explain. Sailing stones, gravity hills, marble caves, even never-ending lightning storms! Also, you'll find out, why it's impossible to build bridges across the Amazon River. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you like what-if scenarios, we have a cool one here! What if everyone abandoned your city except you? 😱 What if your city were empty and you were the only person living there? What would you do? Imagine the whole city all to yourself: shopping malls, amusement parks, restaurants. 🎡 Where would you go first? Let's turn on the imagination! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's evolution? Evolution is defined as a change in the inheritable characteristics of biological populations over generations. How does evolution affect humans? Human bodies have changed in the course of evolution and there're some body parts not needed in modern realities. Such parts are called "rudiments". Also, there're some superpowers evolution took from humans. Let's get to know these 16 body functions we lost over time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if gravity stopped? We have all experienced the force of gravity - that's what happens to you when you jump into the air. But what if Earth's gravity was half as strong as now? 🌏 You'd be able to jump higher than you can now and would probably touch the ceiling. But not only that... animals would grow giant. Why? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why does my phone keep turning off... even when there's enough battery left"? Sounds like your typical problem? Well, smartphones get moody, just like people do. Let's diagnose, what's the problem with your phone and try to cure it with some simple techniques. Here're 31 easy phone tips to make your gadget work longer, faster and stop acting strange. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you're tech-savvy, this fact won't surprise you: USB port isn't universal. There're now different types of USB cables and ports that vary in shape and size. So very often we end up getting an adapter. Why does USB keep changing and why do we have so many USB types. We've gathered the most common tech facts you don't need to be a Pro to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered, why most people are right-handed? What determines if you are right or left-handed. And can you teach yourself to be ambidextrous? Our ancestors might have all the answers! In this video we'll explore the roots of right-handedness in the process of evolution. And 15 more cool evolution facts are waiting for you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you ready for some space facts no one knows? Space is full of discoveries, mysteries and lots of unanswered questions. Are there other habitable planets in the Milky Way? Are there any planets like Earth? What if you lived on a supersized Earth? How would your body change? Let's explore the coolest facts and imagine we could colonize Super-Earth! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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There are obvious reasons why our house can smell bad, like cooking smells, food leftovers, or dirty laundry. However, there are hidden hazards like mold in unseen places that, except for the awful smell, can be dangerous for our health and can also be a sign of a serious problem. For example, if you smell rotten eggs in your house, call the plumber straight away! The most obvious reason is the sewage and drain problems, but such a smell can also be produced if you’ve got problems with the water heater.
If your bedroom smells rotten, the problem may be about your mattress. Recent tests taken from 7-year-old mattresses showed there were over 15 million colony-forming units of bacteria per square inch — like a whole universe in your bed. And a fishy smell at your place means you may want to check the electrical equipment in your home. So, we made a list of the things that need to be spotted and fixed in order to maintain not only a fresh scent in the house but a safe space too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever thought about what your life would be like if you were born into a video game? Well, if you think about it, your life is a lot like a video game. You could say it's like a role-playing game most of all. All you need to do is add the right icons to your screen, like your health and energy bars. There's your inventory as well, with your phone, wallet, and keys in it. And, of course, everyone's got a skill bar.
Even when you're a baby, the game difficulty is already set to hard. All your skills are at level zero, and your health bar is tiny. Which is why you only sleep or eat most of the time to make sure it grows. When you reach level one, you unlock the ability to walk. But the world map is still closed to you because there are lots of dangers you're just not ready for yet... So, here's another fun what-if scenario for those who love video games and unusual hypothetical questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Everyone knows about this tragedy: how RMS Titanic sank in the early morning of 15 April 1912 in the North Atlantic Ocean. We watched the movie, we heard about it. However, many questions still remain without answers. One of them: did the unsinkable ship really hit an iceberg? One of the biggest shipwrecks in human history occupies the minds of many, even 100 years later. The ultra-modern ship equipped with all the best facilities of the time, bearing the proud name of Titanic - how could it have been sunk by a mere iceberg?
There were survivors of the tragedy who had other versions. For example, there is some evidence that says there were explosions and fires and that those are what made the ship sink! But if it's true, something must have caused that huge explosion. What could it be? Vaghinak Byurat who was one of the Titanic survivors described what happened on his journey to America on the most famous ship in the world in his memoirs. Let's hear the most amazing stories of Titanic survivors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Okay, here's another cool 'what if' scenario for you. What if the Earth were physically split in half? Is it even possible to separate the planet? Weel, to do that, a super-powerful laser would be needed. Such a laser has to receive energy directly from the sun. The weapon goes into space on a rocket thousands of miles above our world. Then, once the laser arrives at its destination, it opens wide to expose plates of solar panels. The laser absorbs and concentrates the sun's rays. Then a powerful energy beam with the diameter of several cities shoots into the middle of the planet.
Oceans through which the beam passes boil and evaporate from the high temperature. These vapors turn into a vast thundercloud in the sky. A strong wind drives these clouds over the continents. Heavy rain falls, which floods not only cities but entire countries. As the tectonic plates shift, tsunamis are created. Huge waves crash onto the shore. The Earth is split in two. And, this is just the beginning... Do you like disaster movies? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The world we live in is pretty unstable: there're all kinds of dangerous situations or cataclysms going on everywhere! It doesn't mean you have to be afraid of everything but you definitely should be prepared in case of any weird life-threatening situation. Be it a dog attack or a tornado or even a fall under ice while ice-skating on holidays!
For example, one of the things you should be aware of even if you don't use it at all - what to do if the building you live in collapses. It's a skill that'll keep you alive during mudslides, tornadoes, gas explosions or earthquakes. The main thing to do is of course stay calm and not panic! what else? Let's learn together! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s 1875. There are 38 states in the US. Queen Victoria rules the UK. The Eiffel Tower won’t be built for another 12 years. The Empire State Building – not for another 50! The average life expectancy for a 19th-century female is about 45 years. One woman, born this year, will nearly triple that. Her name is Jeanne Louise Calment… She was born in Arles, France, right at the beginning of the global industrial boom. She was a year old when the telephone was invented.
The phonograph followed 2 years later. Then the automobile, radio, TV, the computer, and the Internet over the decades. By the time Microsoft was founded, Calment was already 100. When the first smartphone was invented, she was 117. She knew a world without airplanes and spaceships! But many people noted that Jeanne was always full of energy. She looked and acted 20 or even 30 years younger than her age. So was Jeanne Calment really the oldest person who ever lived? If so, what were her secrets to long life? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bugs and spiders are an irritation, and they make our lovely homes look unclean. But the chemicals often used to get rid of them can be harmful to our little ones and pets. They are also harmful for the environment, as studies have shown. Going all-natural to shoo these pesky creatures away is a better way. So today, we will show you how easy and simple it is to keep your home bug-free by using home remedies. Simple natural products are 100% effective and at the same time safe as well.
Did you know that bugs hate the smell of lemons? Just cut the lemon peel into small pieces, wrap them into some fabric, and leave these bags behind the doors and windows. Insects will stay away from the house. By the way, it’s a cat repellent, too. So, if you want to keep your cat away from the garden, plants, or some shelves, you might wanna try it, too. But lemons had some other secret powers. For example, there's nothing like lemon when it comes to getting rid of stains! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tired of only being able to spend your buck on the dollar menu? 💲 Then head to other countries to stretch that dollar at little more! You'll be surprised what one dollar can buy you in different countries around the world! A carton of eggs in Malaysia, a relaxing spa experience in the Philippines, and even an entire house in Italy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Something that can help you stand out of any crowd are some random facts. Those are interesting and impressive! They can turn your mind into a live Wikipedia. If you’ve been looking for some nice ice-breakers or just fun conversation starters, arm yourself with these cool, unbelievable, and very interesting facts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Evolution is a constant process that allows living organisms to get better. It took millions of years for humans to get where we are today and shape our bodies the way they are. Yet, our bodies still have several 'design flaws', rudiments or unnecessary aspects. What are they? And what would our body parts look like if they were designed perfectly? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space travel might be a much closer future than we think. Imagine being able to travel through all the planets of our Solar System? You'd have to learn how to do many things in space... including sleeping. They say, in space sleeping on the floor is as comfortable as sleeping on the wall. How about sleeping on planets with different gravity? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some of the things we use every day were created by accident! From microwaves to ice-cream cones - we can't imagine our lives without these items now. But their invention happens to be a matter of mistake. There's always a thin line between a brilliant innovation and a complete failure. But isn't it cool to know that sometimes mistakes and failures can lead to something great for many people? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I can hardly imagine my life without Internet. Internet is a way to connect me with the rest of the world, share information, have fun, get knowledge and much more... But sometimes my internet speed appears too slow. I've learned there's one setting I can change and it that can solve the problem. I'm ready to share this trick with you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People eat different kinds of eggs: chicken eggs, quail eggs, duck eggs even fish eggs or caviar. How about other types? For example, an ostrich egg is the largest bird egg in the world. It's edible and can feed about 10 people. So why don't we eat them? Let's find out! Spoiler: you'd need to grab a drill to crack one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do bees only sting once? Have you ever wondered why these insects sting so painfully but for them it's a much worse situation. What happens to a bee when it stings you? I'm bringing you some of the coolest animal facts about bees, wasps and hornets. Did you know that bees have 2 pairs of wings? And hornets prefer to nest below the ground. Get ready to learn more about these cool insects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Take a look at the ordinary objects around you: many of them have hidden features you knew nothing about. For example, have you ever wondered, why electric plugs have those tiny holes? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you look at our planet Earth from outer space, it might remind you of a big ball or balloon. Can it get any bigger? What would happen to our planet if we inflated a truly epic balloon? You decide to participate in this experiment and take part in the process of inflating a giant balloon out of our planet.
Let's see how it could be done and which consequences it would bring... The Earth’s magnetic field will definitely get disrupted, and the 3D printed phytoplankton won't produce enough Oxygen anymore! But everyone will agree this thing was totally worth it. Let's find out, why! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If the Sun decided to stop producing light, the animals in the wild would be the first to notice as they wouldn’t comprehend what was going on and would simply become an early lunch for predators. We’d only have around 8 minutes to enjoy the rest of it. That’s because it takes that much time for sunlight to travel thousands of miles across the Solar System. Earth is still a planet powered by an iron core that doesn't produce enough heat to keep the planet warm. So, our next step would be finding the right shelter and keeping warm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We rarely think about how interesting and unique our bodies are. Did you know, for example, did you know that the tongue is one of the strongest muscles in your body. This organ contains more than 10,000 taste buds, and each bud is filled with microscopic hairs. The longer humankind lives, the more secrets people discover about one of the most mysterious organisms: the human body. So let's find out the coolest aspects of the human body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Test your knowledge with a new round of awesome Bright Side body facts! How many of these amazing human body facts didn't you know? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you're a dog person, you've probably heard numerous myths about them. Some of the misconceptions are that dogs are colorblind or that all of them are great swimmers. Another myth refers to 'dog years'. Many people believe that if you want to convert dog years to human years, you need to follow this rule: one year for your pooch equals seven years for you. But it's not right. Let's learn how to count them right and debunk some of the most common myths about dogs! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ocean exploration: how fast is it going? Just 5% of the ocean discovered... doesn't sound like a lot, does it? Why haven't we explored more of the ocean? Think about it: we know space more than what hides in our ocean waters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do we sleep? What if you sleep too much? 😴 Three days, one week... how about sleeping for one month straight? What happens to your body when you sleep too much? Many of us are dreaming of getting a good night's sleep as we're tired from lot's of work, running and bustling. But have you ever wondered what'd happen if that sleep lasted much longer than you're used to? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Baby animals are cute even if their parents are dangerous creatures. Baby animals can't take care of themselves and need protection and safety. But do all animals protect their young? Some of those who do, take extra care! If you think your parent are overprotective, meet this crocodile! His mom carries him right in her mouth from sandy nests on land to the water. Here're 6 animals that will surprise you with their ways to protect offsprings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If Jupiter was the size of a basketball, then the Earth would be a tiny little grape. But the Sun makes even Jupiter look like a joke. The Moon, on the other hand, is a little easier to grasp at around 2,160 miles in diameter, which is only less than a third of Earth. Let’s find out what would happen if the Moon suddenly became brighter than the Sun! Several scary scenarios are possible here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that the music you're listening to at the moment affects your heartbeat? It's not the same with everyone, but toenails grow slower than fingernails on average, at about half the pace of fingernails. Speaking of nails, as you age, they significantly change. And in case you've been wondering, ears do get bigger with age. Well, not precisely bigger, but both your nose and ears sag as you get older because your skin loses elasticity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Сan airplanes fly with only one wing? Or can they reach supersonic speeds — still with a single wing? If you answered no to both, you’re in for a surprise! Every commercial airplane you’ve been on has only one wing! As for supersonic jets, the British & French Concorde and the Russian Tu-144 Charger were the only commercial airplanes to have broken the sound barrier in the 20th century.
There’s still so much you probably didn’t know about airplanes! Can they avoid hitting birds mid-flight? Why are some contrails so short-lived, while others stay in the sky for a long time? Why is there turbulence sometimes even when the sky is clear? Interested? Let’s delve deeper into the topic! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey there! So you’re scrolling through the newsfeed when you get a message in another app. You try to switch to it, but your phone is awfully slow to react and then stops responding altogether. And it’s also almost out of power! It’s twofer! So how do you optimize it and charge it fast?
Every app you open once stays in the background until you close it or reboot your phone. It’s stored in the memory for quick access, so naturally, the more apps you’ve got opened, the slower your device. If you close them all, or at least those you haven’t used for a long time, you’ll notice the difference in performance! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered what that little hole at the top of your sink is for? Or did you know that the majority of hiking backpacks have a secret feature that can literally save your life? Many seemingly plain things you use every day are hiding some unexpected secrets. Shopping carts, for example, have a grid system instead of being solid for a reason. One of them is for the supermarket staff to see what's in your cart more easily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever sat on the bus and wondered why the seats are covered in strange multi-coloured prints? They look like they've been there since 1980s, right? Actually, they are there for a reason and you might find it pretty appalling when you learn about it. This pattern serves some purpose and I'm ready to share it with you.
Some more unusual facts about vehicles are coming your way! We all know that school buses are yellow, right? But have you ever wondered, why indeed yellow - not orange or green? Also, I finally learned why buses have huge steering wheels. Another question about vehicles: why do many trucks have thos stuffed toys attached in front of them? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Despite what many people think, moving backward isn't entirely impossible for an aircraft (of course if we talk about traveling on the ground). It's another matter that they never do. Some planes can perform a so-called "powerback," which is the very thing that makes it move in reverse. In this case, a plane's jet engines direct the thrust forward instead of backward.
Jet airplanes can use the reverse thrust if they need to brake as fast as possible after the touchdown, or when they need to make an emergency stop. Anyway, if planes can potentially taxi backward, why don't they? And what about flying in reverse? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you ever notice a huge flock of birds near the water, the best you can do is sit back down and stay away from the it! Fish are a staple of many diets across the animal kingdom, both above and below the ocean. If you decide to get closer, anyway, you're risking an encounter with a creature that can measure up to 20 feet long. That's three times the size of an average human, and these are the size credentials of a great white shark. Let's find out if it's really that dangerous. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many years ago, a huge asteroid found the worst possible angle and place where it could land on Earth. But let's imagine the asteroid falling in another place – somewhere in the middle of the ocean. Huge waves flooded part of the land, but almost all kinds of dinosaurs survived. Or even better – the rock could have fallen somewhere in the desert and left behind a giant crater. Who would dominate the planet today, and would we be able to develop as humans? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How Long Can You Survive without Oxygen? You live, work, sleep, eat, and have fun without giving a second thought to the miraculous substance that makes it all possible: oxygen. Most of us can go without it for about half a minute before our body demands a breath of this gas. Can you imagine what would happen to our planet if oxygen disappeared for just 5 seconds? Spoiler: the results would be disastrous. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many of us would like to own just one inexpensive and effective item that we can use for self-care. In fact, this magical thing exists.
Did you know, for example, that you can apply some petroleum jelly to the eyelids before using eye shadows? To style your hair, rub petroleum jelly between your fingers and apply it to your hair. The main thing here, as with other styling gels, is not to use too much. Believe it or not, you can replace almost all of your cosmetics products with petroleum jelly. How is this possible? Watch the video and take note. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
To be or not to be, that is… not a question anymore. Aisle seat or window seat — now that is the question! If you ask people where they prefer to sit on a plane, you’ll get tons of different opinions. But is there really some bottom line to this debate?
What can be more beautiful than a city from a bird’s eye perspective? Looking outside just isn’t the same when you’re not next to the window, no compromise here. An aisle seat gives you plenty of leg room, which can’t be said about window seats. But what about the middle seat? Does it have any advantages? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There're so many things in the world we absolutely have no idea about: curious animals, mysterious places, unusual processes in our own bodies. Plus, scientists make new discoveries every now and then. It's so difficult to pay attention to everything new going on - and you don't even need to. You just have to know at least 10 of the facts from this video - and you'll be the most interesting person in the room.
For example, did you know that nails grow with different speed on your hands? Nails on your dominant hand grow much faster. Are you looking at your fingers right now? Good! This is what you can tell your friends in your next smart conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You take it with you everywhere you go, and you get anxious if it’s not right at your fingertips. No not your BFF. It's your smartphone, of course. They’ve changed a lot over the years, but some features of our trusty devices have stood the test of time way better than others. You can do just about anything on your phone through your touchscreen. So why do smartphones still need physical volume buttons?
There are a whole bunch of apps for communication nowadays. So why do phones still have text messaging? What about the star and pound keys on your dialing pad? We started using them 40 years ago. They’ve survived on smartphones because they’re still very useful. So, let's see what smartphone features have actually changed over the years and what smartphones of the future will look like! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine you’re bored with Earth and packing your bags to blast off into space in search of a new home! You wanna dance in the rain on Venus, play golf on Neptune! Let’s see how doable those and some of your other Earthly activities would be out there in the cosmos! So, you open your eyes in the morning and stand up from your bed. But standing up means having an UP to stand to. In empty space, there’s extremely little gravity, almost none for your senses to make sense of!
And, to be completely candid, there would be no mornings. The Universe is mostly empty space between stars and other objects. But in some areas, matter is pressed so densely that it forms black holes. And if you pass the event horizon, you’re crossing a border where mornings simply do not exist because time doesn’t pass at all! And if you accidentally fell into a black hole, the difference in gravity between your head and feet would be so immense, your body would get stretched out like a spaghetti noodle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nowadays, most smartphones are covered in glass to make them look nice. But this design choice has a drawback: even the smallest bump can cause the surface of your phone to shatter. But why are phone screens made of glass, and not something harder to crack like plastic? Plastic is more resilient than glass when dropped. And you could actually buy smartphones with plastic screens for a much lower price. Maybe this is gonna happen in the future?
Speaking of the future, phone manufacturers are always looking for new ways to make our gadgets more durable and smarter. And sometimes when they start thinking about what the smartphones of the future will look like, they end up with some interesting ideas. There’s a chance that smartphones might one day completely replace our banks and credit cards. And smartphones will probably play a more important role as ‘authenticator’ systems! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever given it a thought that the human body and your smartphone may have a lot in common? See for yourself! Both your eye and your phone's camera have lenses and surfaces sensitive to light. The cerebral cortex is the most developed part of your brain. But no worries - your smartphone has a processor to do the same things. Without energy, you won't be able to function - and neither will your gadget! You get energy from everything you eat. When your smartphone is plugged in, it gets its own "food" - electricity.
And hey, did you know people have an inbuilt navigation system? You can thank a part of your brain called the entorhinal cortex for your sense of direction. "Grid cells" are your brain's GPS system - they tell you where you are relative to the place where you started. Your smartphone's GPS uses radio waves between satellites and a receiver inside your gadget to get the data necessary to find out where you are and what time it is! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever been stuck at an airport? You’ve checked all your social networks and texted all your friends. Then you see that scary message – “10% charge left”. You find the closest charging station and plug in your phone. And just like that, you’re the victim of a cyberattack. So you should never use airport USB charging stations.
This is known as “juice jacking”, and it’s a real risk in public places. Charging stations in shopping centers, airports, hotels, and food courts, or even on public transport can hide things that put your data security at risk. The hackers install a special program on a public charging station. Anyone who connects their device will get that suspicious software installed straight on to their phones. So how does it work? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to charge your phone faster? When your phone battery is running low but you don't have much time to wait, you want to get the most battery power in the least amount of time. Are there any ways to do that? Actually, yes, there are several options. For example, you can keep your phone at room temperature cause it might not charge beyond 80 percent if it’s placed in direct sunlight, in a hot car, or in your pocket with a portable charger.
Did you know that the cable you use can be a real game-changer? Or why wireless charging systems aren’t your best option if you’re in a hurry? Or that there’s plenty of new technology out there for you to try that can turn literally anything into energy for your phone? Like a computer fan, solar power, or even... a bike! And camping fans will appreciate the pan charger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered why dogs look so different? (There are 340 dog breeds in the world, and little corgis look nothing like hounds.) Or why dogs lick their paws? Or why their noses are cold and wet? Spinning in place to catch their tail, bulldozing the backyard, but also licking people’s faces, and helping humans in many ways. Dogs are as cute and helpful as they are weird at times.
Have you ever noticed, for example, that dogs show their teeth when calm and cheerful? In fact, dogs had centuries to learn to speak our language. They don't have much in a way of facial expressions, but they know that smiling is a good sign, so they do their best to repeat it! Isn't it cool? So let's find out what some of their habits mean! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our bodies are perfect machines, performing thousands of processes every minute. And we don’t even know about the majority of them. How much saliva does your body produce a day? Can sweat give away your emotions? How many skins will you shed throughout your life? The human body is one of the most amazing and mysterious things ever. But no one says you can't reveal some of its secrets!
Did you know, for example, that your hair knows when you're asleep? Or that all living creatures on Earth are relatives to some extent? Or why the left lung isn't as heavy and large as the right one? We rarely think about how interesting and unique our bodies are. So here's another compilation of facts about the human body — many of which we never speak about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Human body never stops amazing us. Each time there appears some new discovery about its quirky mechanisms that reveals yet another aspect of its complexity.
Have you ever witnessed a conversation between two people that resembled this one: "Hey, I like your new red shirt!" "No, it's not red, it's terracotta". "Sorry! And your pink bag is cute too!" "Thanks, but it's not pink... it's salmon". A bit annoying, isn't it? But the fact is: we really see colors differently. And both people participating in a dialogue like this one believe what they're saying. According to scientists, women on average see 20% more differences in colors and shapes than men do. That explains a lot! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever wondered why your dog can't eat grapes, who paints the Eiffel Tower, or what the numbers on airport runways mean? Maybe you've always wanted to know what the smallest possible size is, what the most abundant element in the Universe is, or how snow forms?
Something that never gets boring is knowing random facts, as long as they are interesting of course! If you’ve been looking for some nice ice-breakers or just fun conversation starters, we suggest that you arm yourself with these cool, unbelievable, and very interesting facts. For instance, reindeers can see UV light - unlike other mammals! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to read people like a book? Is it even possible to fully understand people’s behavior? Many of us have probably wondered how things would be if we could read other people's minds. Some people use their intuition for this, but if you are not so perceptive, there is only one choice left: learning to read signals that other people send to us without even realizing it.
When talking to a person, we get only 30% of all the information through their words — all the rest of the info can be revealed in their movements, tone of voice, and other non-verbal means of communication. Mimics, gestures, body movements can unmask a person and tell you what they really think or feel. In short, whether you want to read people like books or to make only the best first impressions, these tips will sure come in handy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are just all kinds of things that get me to thinking. Like in: Hmm! Yeah, a dangerous pastime I know. Maybe some of these will make you go Hmm too!
Did you know that the smell of chocolate in a bookstore makes people want to buy romance novels? This is one of the many mind-blowing facts that make the Internet a very interesting place — and it makes for great conversation! We did our research and found the most curious facts that you may not know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One day, the Earth was divided into two equal parts as a last resort to save the planet. One half was where people lived, and the other was for nature. It seemed wildlife and plants were saved, but how did it change our civilization?
Nobody remembers when exactly The Builders, as they’re referred to, put the wall up. It started deep underground and soared high in the sky. The only thing we know – crossing the great separator is strictly prohibited. And since the wall isn't transparent, no one has any idea what's happening on the other side… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fasten your seatbelts and check out these mighty pieces of useful knowledge. Something here might save your life someday, or just break the ice at an important gathering!
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How do food delivery companies work? When you're hungry, in no mood to go out or cook dinner at home, food delivery can save you. You dial the number you know by heart, place your order, wait for a while, and here comes your food — easy as pie. But have you ever tried to look at the situation from a delivery employee's point of view?
Did you know, for example, that pizza joints get lots of bizarre requests, and one of the most common is to draw something inside the box? For some inexplicable reason, in most cases, it has to be a dino. If delivery employees don't have too many orders, they usually fulfill such weirdo requests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Once upon a time, there was nothing. And, in an instant, there was everything! A Big Bang, and the universe was born! Then came the stars, the planets, collecting into galaxies and systems. But imagine there’s something that calls everything we know into question, nullifies the works of our greatest astronomers! Like, a star older than the universe?
We’ll need to venture far, far away, into uncharted space to meet the perplexing luminary. Our journey takes us 200 light-years away from Earth, to the Libra constellation. There it is, that blue ball of light – HD 140283, or simply "the Methuselah star." Our universe, as you may know, is about 13.8 billion years old. As for this star, it’s… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What happens if you swallow a cherry pit? Are cherry pits safe to swallow? We accidentally swallow things all the time — ice cubes, gum, even whole pieces of candy. We ingest small seeds from fruit too, like the seeds from strawberries or blackberries. But what would happen to your body if you swallowed a whole pit?
By the way, cherries belong to a group of fruits called stone fruit. Fruits belonging to this group all have a pit in the middle, and this pit holds the seeds. And if you break it open and chew and swallow the seeds, then you might be in trouble. The seeds of stone fruit contain cyanide! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We tend to think that we know our own bodies perfectly. We know how they work and what kinds of changes and processes are occurring in them every second of the day. But in fact, the human body is one seriously complex and mysterious mechanism that sometimes confuses even the most qualified specialists — doctors and scientists.
We bet you’ve wondered at least once why we get goosebumps or how newborn babies see the world. All these and many other questions already have scientific answers. So here are the most interesting facts about the human body. Did you know about all these? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to understand what your dog wants? Do you know what your pet is trying to tell you in different situations? Dogs may be our best friend, but when it comes to communication, we’re more like neighbors, three doors down. Understanding a dog’s body language is essential for building a strong and trustworthy relationship with your four-legged friend.
This is really important because dogs are a source of limitless positivity! Besides, sometimes, they’re trying to warn you of something! So, these useful clues will help you understand your pet or any other dog. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that pilots around the world speak a secret language? Yes, they use coded words and phrases! When you accidentally catch some bits of conversation between flight attendants and pilots, and it’s like they’re speaking another language. Have you heard “zulu”, “pax,” or “gate lice” in the movies about aviation? Secret codes, abbreviations, seemingly meaningless phrases? Well, they a real.
Here's one example. When most passengers hear the word "turbulence," they start to quietly (or not so quietly) panic. That's why crew members avoid saying this word when they're talking to each other. Instead, they use the term "air pocket." But it's just another word for the phenomenon that will jostle your plane up and down or from one side to the other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How does a submarine toilet work? And where does the human waste go on submarines? If they have any tanks, what do they do when they need more room in those tanks? Submarines can be submerged for months at a time, after all! Interesting fact: the toilet contents serve as fish food.
So, humanity has explored the depths of our oceans, we’ve reached the vacuum of space! We dig underground mazes and ride trains in them! However, wherever we go, we tend to need toilets. So, how does that work when you’re in a submarine? Or down in the subway? Or floating above Earth in the ISS? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space exploration is one of the most mind-blowing and intriguing things to do. Did you know, for example, that black holes make sounds? Or that distant galaxies send radio signals? Or that there’s a whole lot of water floating in space? These are just some of the curious sounds and stuff scientists have discovered in outer space.
Space facts are always interesting to learn. We've collected the most amazing facts and recent discoveries about outer space for you including facts about the planets of our solar system, moons, Milky Way, and beyond! By the way, some facts about astronauts are also on the list! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you ever notice the crushed stones which are lying alongside the railway tracks? Have you ever wondered why these stones are placed there? By the way, they are called track ballast. But what are those for, anyway? And how does this bed of stones not fall apart under the weight of a moving train?
And guys, if you like trains, you might want to look at some other fun railroad facts you can bring up at your next water cooler gathering! Like why railroads have gaps, or how they are protected from rusting, or if it's dangerous to ride on a train during a thunderstorm. Plenty of questions, and we’ve got all the answers you need! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is a neutron star? What are neutron stars made of? Well, they might not be as popular as black holes, but it doesn't make them any less enigmatic! Little is known about these super-dense remains of ancient stars. But one recent event may shed light on at least some of their mysteries!
When energy starts to leave the fading star, it transforms into a neutron star. Energy is leaving it in the form of neutrinos - particles. During a supernova explosion, the star emits almost 10 times more neutrinos than the number of protons, electrons, and neutrons in the Sun! No wonder such conditions give birth to something truly scary… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the largest snake in the world? Well, if we're talking about snakes alive today, then the longest snake is the Reticulated python. But the heaviest snake is the Anaconda. However, if you wanna know how big was the biggest snake that has ever lived, prepare to be amazed.
So, imagine you went back in time and are strolling through the jungles of the Paleocene. Ferns and trees are huge, and this one trunk is especially enormous. And then it moves. Tough luck! You’ve met the biggest snake that ever slithered on Earth – the Titanoboa. And Anacondas or Reticulated pythons would be like spaghetti next to this creature... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do escalators have vertical grooves in them? Haven't you ever noticed that escalator stairs are grooved? Well, they are! But why do these moving stairs look so unlike regular stairs? In fact, those grooves perform an essential role in the operation of the escalator.
First of all, an escalator is a complex mechanism, and the stairs you’re standing on are an integral part of it. Standing on the steps of an escalator is basically the same as standing inside a clock: you’re right in the heart of things. And the most awesome part is that you’re also standing both on the outside and the inside of the escalator at the same time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When did humans start walking upright? Are we supposed to walk on all fours? And what would our world look like if we still walked on all fours? There are a lot of theories that attempt to explain why humans started to walk on two legs. By the way, this ability is called bipedalism and it's one of humanity’s defining physical characteristics.
Anyway, about 4 million years ago, ape-like ancestors left the safety of their trees and took the first step toward humanity. They started carrying food over long distances and using tools to prepare it. But what if they hadn’t? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Landing is really rough sometimes. Also, everybody knows that the most critical times are landing and taking off. If you wanna ease or get rid of this fear, you should know how exactly a plane lands.
Why is landing often bumpy? (In fact, a rough landing has its benefits.) Why do pilots make a circle around the city before landing? Can an airplane land in strong crosswinds? These are just some of the most common questions about one of the most “interesting” parts of the flight. Let’s get them answered! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What to do if you're on a sinking ship? How to survive? Can you escape a sinking ship? Even the biggest cruise ships are vulnerable to giant waves or... icebergs. And the best way to protect yourself is to be prepared for an emergency. The main thing is not to panic and follow the safety instructions.
Remember that you should be able to find the evacuation plan in your cabin. Of course, you don’t want to think about evacuation when going on a sea cruise, but it can really save your life. To remember it better, go through the entire ship once, following the plan’s directions. And it's better to do it when everything’s calm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are there side effects of virtual reality? What can happen if you spend too much time in VR? Is there any risk in virtual reality? What happens to your body in VR? If you're going to try out VR gadgets, be sure you're fully aware of how this technology works.
The first thing you should know is that even when you're in the comfort of your home, the experience is real! Your body reacts to every stimulus – lighting, sounds, movement. When you don VR goggles, you’re stepping not only into a different reality…you step into a virtual body. And that body in that environment can really trick your own here in the real world! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the most unusual mobile phones ever? Remember the old days when manufacturers used to try to come up with something new? As a result, phones often used to look weird. Nowadays, tech companies are still trying to sell you the next big thing every other day. Phones, in particular, go through a lot of new ideas, and some proposals don't always end up working out.
For example, we all agree that one of the limitations of smartphones is the screen size. Tablets and laptops are bigger but less convenient. Projectors seemed like an obvious solution. The first phones with this built-in feature rolled out back in 2010, but never really took off... But there were many other phone concepts that didn't, can't, or aren't likely to hit the mainstream. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to travel cheap? Are you a traveler on a budget and you want to save money while traveling? Or maybe you're just looking for ways to make traveling more interesting and less stressful? Check out the life hacks and tricks list for travelers we're ready to share with you!
Wanna know why you shouldn't bring coffee onboard and choose a 6-bed room in a hostel? Or how you can save a lot of money on public transport, museums, and tourist attractions? Or why it's better to buy food in a supermarket 2 hours before closing time? Then check out these cool travel tips! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pilots travel all over the world and shuttle millions of people from one place to another. They have to be experienced, follow strict requirements, and still, it takes them ages to take the captain's seat.
Did you know that the captain has the power to give orders, arrest people, and even write fines if needed? Or that becoming a commercial airline pilot will cost you thousands of dollars? Or that pilots and co-pilots have different meals? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bright Side is going to teach you a mathematical trick which requires no special preparation. This trick will confuse your math teacher and impress your friends. You’re going to fall in love with math after this even if you haven't been a fan of it before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you like absurd hypothetical questions? Here's one them. What if giant spiders occupied your city? Picture this: You wake up and switch on the TV. It's yakking in the background while you go on with your morning routine. A news program's on, and you hear the presenter talking about giant spiders, city authorities, and invasion, while you burn your toast. It sounds too sci-fi, and you don't pay it too much attention. They're probably talking about a new action movie.
An hour later, you get into your car and switch on the radio. The reception is surprisingly weak, and you can only catch separate words: "...spiders... caution... unprecedented... be careful... at home until..." You start to feel nervous - what danger are they warning about? You're driving through your neighborhood, heading for the downtown. But just as you're about to turn into the main road, your foot hits the brakes while your mind goes blank... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do your moles mean and say about your personality? Bright Side has done some research for you to explain the meaning of moles on different parts of your body. An average human has between 10 and 40 of them. Some people see them as blemishes, but for most, they are “beauty marks.” Yes, we are talking about moles. Do you have at least one of those? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Everyday you wake up surrounded by common objects with a hidden purpose! You might use them daily, but there are hidden purposes in everyday things hardly anyone knows! Our perhaps you have a Sherlock's eye, and you've noticed details hiding on simple objects. Now you'll finally know what that's for! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There're eight planets in our Solar System. But what if all planets fit between Earth and Moon? First of all, could we squeeze all of the planets into such small space? And how would the gravitational pull change? One thing is fir sure: our sky would look amazing! Let's explore, how exactly... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
All parents have their own – unique – way of bringing up their kids. Many of them work in order to be able to buy new toys for them, others are strict because they want their children to be disciplined and goal-oriented, others give their children a choice and teach them to make decisions on their own. Every family has its own ways of upbringing, but there is one thing that all parents have in common: when they look back, they all want to fix some of the mistakes they made in the past.
The first years of a child’s life are a magical time that you should enjoy. Because in the future, you might regret some lost opportunities. So, hear some things that many parents regret in order to avoid repeating the same mistakes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you noticed aviator sunglasses mostly have green lenses? Remember those attachments your vacuum cleaner came with? Did you know regular paper clips have a secret use? Just like those holes in the side of your converse sneakers. Let's find out about the hidden purposes of things you use every day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You can tell a lot about someone's character by their birth date. For example, people born on the 1st of any month are natural leaders. Number 2 stands for energy, outstanding diplomacy skills, and a talent for music and writing. If you were born on the 3rd, you must be super friendly and popular. So, listen up if you wanna find out something about yourself or your new crush. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There is a country where over 175 languages are spoken, people text more than anywhere else in the world and boxing fights directly influence crime rates? It sounds pretty much unbelievable, but it’s all true in the Philippines! And among other things, it's an amazingly beautiful country with extremely good-looking people! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all know the importance of eating healthy, but not everyone knows that the cookware you use to prepare your dishes is just as important as the food itself. Even the healthiest diet can result in severe health problems if your pots and pans are toxic. Find out which cookware you should avoid by all means for the sake of your own health and the health of your family. The non-stick properties of Teflon cookware are achieved with a coating of PTFE. This is a plastic polymer that, when heated above 572°F, starts to release toxins. These toxic fumes lead to flu-like symptoms called polymer fume fever, informally known as Teflon flu. Another chemical compound found in Teflon cookware is especially threatening since it tends to stay in the body (as well as in the environment) for long periods of time. Try cast-iron cookware instead. It even comes in non-stick varieties. It doesn't leak anything toxic into your food and is actually a nice natural way to increase your body’s iron levels. Though aluminum cookware is usually coated, the coating is prone to chipping, allowing the toxic metal to get right into your food. As for aluminum foil, using it while cooking is even more dangerous. In fact, there’s an established safe amount of aluminum the human body can manage daily, and that’s 20 mg per pound of body weight a day. When you wrap your food in aluminum foil and cook it this way, the amount of this substance that leaks into the food significantly exceeds the permissible level. Consider using glass cookware instead. If you’ve just enjoyed some fish in lemon juice or stewed tomatoes cooked in an uncoated copper pot and you find yourself suffering from extremely unpleasant symptoms (such as vomiting blood, light-headedness, yellowy skin, or gastrointestinal distress, among others) call 911 immediately. Try this safe alternative instead: stainless steel. Just make sure you're buying food-grade stainless steel since this is the only type that doesn't contain any nickel or chromium. Soft ceramic coating isn't durable enough and starts chipping after a few months of daily use. When this happens, lead and cadmium sometimes found in the coating will end up in your food and, thus, in your body. Lead poisoning is one of the most dangerous types of metal poisoning and can result in abdominal pain, headaches, infertility, and other health complications. Try this safe alternative instead: 100% ceramic cookware. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Say you’re on a long 12-hour flight. You’ll have get some shut-eye, and hopefully when you wake up, it’ll be almost landing time. Have you ever wondered if – and where – your flight attendants and pilot can get some rest too? Cause they need some rest on long flights too!
Well, there are secret bedrooms on planes where the pilot and crew can squeeze a nap in! Also, if they’re on an especially long flight, the flight attendants and pilot can grab a shower and just have some privacy to freshen up. That might lead you to wonder what other secrets your airplane is hiding! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10 amazing driving tricks that will make you a better driver and your life easier. These tips are useful for both beginners and professionals.
Are you an experienced driver? Then you surely know that having a car is not easy. You have to deal with many little problems all the time: a scratch here, window crack there… You also have to watch out for the safety of your car. Do you want to learn how to keep your coffee cup safe at speed? To make your life easier, we collected some tips that are useful for both beginners and professionals! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The leaning tower of Pisa is one of the most famous Instagram-able spots in the world. There are pictures of people leaning on it or pretending to support it so that it doesn't fall. But did you know there’re more leaning towers out there? I’m gonna tell you all about it. Also, you’ll find out why Venice is always flooded and why London’s Big Ben is tilting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Back in 2001, Elon Musk borrowed some books on rocket science which he studied in no time and was ready to discuss physics and astrodynamics with experts on the topic. As it's clear from his interviews, Elon Musk has two basic learning rules. First, you gotta make sure you're building your own tree of knowledge. The second rule is that you can't remember what you can't connect. Some other original and easy tips to remember things faster include dancing, clenching your fists, and using chopsticks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A genius, millionaire, inventor, traveler, adventurer, a person who left behind many secrets and inventions. Harry Houdini was an absolute worldwide superstar at the beginning of the 20th century. One day, the staff of some old prison offered Houdini to try to get out of one particular cell. After 15 minutes of unsuccessful attempts, he got nervous. At the last moment, he tried to push the door and just opened it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that you only need one marker to transform spilled coffee on your shirt into a fashion statement? Or that to feel like the famous face of the Moon, you only need an empty roll of toilet paper and your phone? You can use a muffin tin as a dish for different condiments at a party. A balloon can serve as an excellent bath plug. Get ready to discover some life hacks that are low-key useful but high-key strange and ridiculous! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine waking up once with 20 fingers on each hand! Playing the piano would be on a whole new level since you'd hit multiple notes and make the sound richer. Swimming and paddling would also get way easier, and so would rock climbing with that new incredible grip of yours. But what about 50 fingers on each hand? That would definitely change your life completely! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you like poetry? Here are two really deep poems which are so accurate on many levels. They express exactly how many of us feel, and we hope you'll be touched by this poems. No matter how many Oscars Hollywood scriptwriters get, the best writer is life itself. It changes fates, gives miracles and provides coincidences. All we can do is be amazed and feel like anything is possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to make your teeth whiter? Many people believe that a white-teeth smile is something a person is born with: either you have it or you don’t. Luckily, that's not the case! Particular toothbrushing techniques can help you make your smile brighter and whiter. The first step on your journey to white teeth is to choose the right products. Your toothbrush, toothpaste, and even your mouthwash play a significant role in how bright your smile will be.
You need to care for your teeth regularly. According to Dr. Kathleen W. Wilson, you should brush your teeth twice a day: right after you get out of bed and before you go to sleep at night. In the morning, you clean off the bacteria and plaque that has accumulated during the night because the saliva that protects your mouth dries up when you sleep. This is also why you need to remove all pieces of food and clean your mouth before going to bed. Also, remember to floss your teeth every time you feel the need. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is it possible to survive a fall from heights? It’s probably no secret that 3%–5% of people all over the world suffer from an acute fear of heights. As for the rest of humankind, it’s not an overestimation to say that for most people, falling from a big height is one of their worst nightmares. But you might feel better if you learn that there are some tips to survive even this extreme situation.
Serbian flight attendant Vesna Vulović made the Guinness World Records after surviving a fall from an incredible height of 33,333 ft without a parachute in 1972. She had several broken bones but made an almost complete recovery. Actually, the fact she lived was pure luck. But if you combine your luck and your knowledge of the following tips, you might end up as fortunate as this woman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the scariest books ever written? Stephen King, Scott Smith, Shirley Jackson: these are the writers who can scare the hell out of you! You'll probably agree that the scariest types of books are psychological horrors. The ones where fear is evoked from inexplicable mysteries and paranoia. You can't sleep with the lights off days after reading such a book! If you’ve never enjoyed the thrill of this sort of reading, Bright Side has got some recommendations for you! And don’t worry, no spoilers ahead! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to solve the plastic pollution problem? Bacteria that munch on plastic: could this be the answer to the humanity’s environmental crisis? After all, we’re drowning in tons of plastic, and it’s hurting our oceans, the creatures in them, and even our own health!
This microscopic plastic-eater isn’t your average bacteria. Scientists actually found a way to mutate this microorganism and boost its planet-saving superpower. It can make the world a better place by eating away all the plastic waste. And with about 20,000 water bottles being bought every second around the world, it’s got a big job to do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the types of girls guys date before meeting the one? Finding your one and only true love can be quite a journey. While girls believe it’s mostly a challenge for them, guys face the same struggles. They meet a whole bunch of different girls on the way to finding that special someone.
Dr. Samantha Rodman, a clinical psychologist and dating coach, believes that every girl can be classified as a certain type. No offense, ladies, but it looks like most of you belong to one of 10 categories — unless you’re already a category 11, which means “the one” to someone. Let’s see if you agree with the divisions and recognize yourself as one of the types. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Why is an abandoned tennis lying ball dangerous? If you notice one, don't ever let your pet or child approach it! And don't pick it up yourself either! Instead, call the police or ask for help.
An innocent-looking ball can turn out to be a homemade explosive that can seriously injure you or your dog. In most cases, tennis ball bombs and other homemade explosives are found before, during, or right after the fireworks season. People pull the insides of fireworks out and put these explosive materials into common objects: ping-pong balls, pipes, and tennis balls. After that, they add a wick. Some such fireworks are set off effectively: their creators launch them into the air, and they explode. At first sight, it may seem cool. But, in fact, it's downright reckless. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why are Japanese people so thin? What do people eat in Japan? While the rest of the world is seeing anywhere from 15 to over 30% of its population severely overweight, Japan has managed to keep that number at just 3.6%. When it comes to health tips, it's better to turn to the country with the longest life expectancy and one of the lowest obesity rates on the planet. If you’re ready to find out how the Japanese manage to stay so effortlessly thin, keep our new video!
In Japan, they usually stick to 3 wholesome meals a day that don’t leave them hungry or dealing with sudden cravings. Those who do snack keep it in small quantities and with a lot of moderation. Also, the secret to Japan’s success begins with their diet, which is pretty carb-heavy and low in saturated fats. Their main dishes of choice include vegetables, grains, fish, and meat. Dairy products and fruits are consumed in moderation. They tend to stay away from foods with excessive amounts of salt and sugar, like burgers and soda. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you know anything about the Black Demon? While oceans cover more than 70% of our planet's surface, people have explored only 5% of the ocean floor. So it's no wonder that the incredible depths hide some pretty terrifying secrets! For example, there’s the Black Demon, a legendary shark said to equal the prehistoric Megalodon in size.
According to the legend, the Black Demon resembles the infamous Megalodon. This terrifying creature was first noticed not far from Mexico's Baja Coast in the Gulf of California. People started to report a huge black shark whose size could be compared with that of the Megalodon. It resembled the great white shark but for its massive tail and dark coloring. The creature got the nickname “El Demonio Negro” (which is Spanish for “The Black Demon”). This shark treats humans extremely aggressively. According to several reports, the creature systematically attacks boats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you trying everything you possibly can to lose weight and get a toned body but aren’t seeing any results? Are you dieting and hitting the gym 5 times a week, but the pounds are still there? Without the proper knowledge, you might be following an exercise routine that keeps you stuck on your journey or worse.
Do you know that warming up before exercising and stretching afterward are necessary components of any weight loss or toning routine? If you don’t warm up, you risk injuring your body. If that happens, you’ll definitely face a setback. A huge part of weight loss is the mental aspect. If your body doesn’t feel good, you won’t want to stick to your workout routine. Make sure you warm up and stretch to increase your chances of exercising in the long term. If you exercise and eat well but are regularly piling on the calories with energy drinks or energy bars, you could be reversing the benefits of your exercise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You might think that not a lot can happen in 5 seconds. In that time, you could blink, reach for an object, or get out of bed. But around the world, in the whole universe, and inside your own body, there are thousands and even millions of processes taking place in that tiny amount of time.
While we’re just sitting in front of our computer at home, drinking tea with some cookies, really incredible things are happening on the other side of the world. Or maybe in the nearby city. During this short period of time, a lot of action is happening around the world. Get ready because some of these facts will take you for a wild ride and make your head spin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to know if your dog is happy? Did you know that dogs basically have all the same brain structures for producing emotions that we have?
Japanese scientists from the Department of Animal Science and Biotechnology at Azabu University along with specialists from other Japanese universities conducted a study that showed how dogs develop strong emotional connections with humans by staring into their eyes!
Dogs are pack animals by nature, which makes them seek closeness with their pack — and you are naturally one of them! Specialists believe that dogs lean and touch their owners for physical and emotional support, seeing them as someone who can protect and comfort them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What skills must a nanny have to work for the British royal family? Excellent self-defense and first aid skills, extreme driving, and good knowledge of psychology.
If you want to be a royal babysitter, loving kids is a good start, but it’s not enough. The British royal family demands that their nannies receive a prestigious education at none other than Norland College. This college was founded in 1892 by Emily Ward, and it provides exceptional childcare training. An enrollee should be in good physical condition, speak English very well, and have a perfect and unblemished background. Taking care of kids isn't the only thing girls can learn there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What kind of smile do you have? Your smile tells a whole story about your personality, the state of your health, and so much more! It lets other people know whether or not you’re having a good time, but it’s not just good for reflecting your feelings or mood.
Do you know that different types of smiles are associated with certain personality traits. For example, a gappy smile is often perceived as a sign of sensuality, especially when the gap is between the two front teeth. Prominent canine teeth usually indicate dominance and super confidence. An overcrowded smile is usually associated with success and perfectionism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most people are taught basic manners in their childhood. Our parents teach us to give up our seat for an older person, not to make too much noise, and to respect other people's space. But some people grow up and seem to completely forget the rules of behavior on public transport.
Unfortunately, many people consider respect for the rules of etiquette as something shameful, considering it a feature of classy aesthetes who are removed from real life. Good manners are as different as the people who show them. Nevertheless, there are some etiquette rules that should be followed no matter what nationality you are. Everyone should want to be a polite person after all! Here are 20 things you shouldn't forget when you're on public transport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to make your skin smooth? Koreans came up with revolutionary skincare practices that have invaded the Western beauty industry. Are you ready to find out their secrets to a clear, smooth, healthy-looking complexion? Then watch our new video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to attract a girl? Impressing the girl you like with poetic phrases and compliments isn't the simplest task nowadays. But attraction often happens even before words are even exchanged! And that doesn’t mean you have to be a real macho; you can still make women like you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you drive a car with an automatic transmission? The interface of automatic vehicles is often simpler, and new drivers don't have to struggle with a seemingly unruly stick shift and clutch. But there are still some ways you can mess up your transmission. Here are 7 of the most dangerous mistakes you can make when driving an automatic! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you had billions of dollars in your bank account, what would you do? Are you going to buy the fashionable clothes, shoes, and accessories you’ve always dreamed of? Will you move into a million-dollar mansion and own numerous luxury cars? But you’ll surely get the shock of your life when you get to know the spending habits of today’s billionaires. Bright Side will give you a peek into the lives of the world’s richest of the rich with the cheapest lifestyle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lots of people are more than eager to get rid of the extra inches around their waist but they can't. No matter what they do, no matter how hard they work out. If you can relate to this, you’re not alone! Luckily, we have a list of the 8 most common mistakes that make it harder for you to get a perfectly toned body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is it safe to microwave your food? Let's imagine you went out to dinner last night. Chances are you brought home the leftovers and they’re sitting in your fridge right now. But before you break out the styrofoam carton, pop it in the microwave, and chow down, you should know that there are some foods that actually turn poisonous when reheated!
No matter how tasty and healthy your freshly prepared meal is, it can lose its health benefits and even cause food poisoning if you reheat it in a microwave. Bright Side introduces to you a list of foods that you should eat as soon as they’re cooked. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. And one of the best meals for breakfast is oats. Why is it so? I'm gonna tell you how your body will transform after you eat oats for 365 days in a row. It turns out, good-quality oats can radically transform the way you look and feel, inside and out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On April 28, 1988, a 19-year-old Boeing 737 headed for Honolulu. After a normal take-off and ascent, the plane got to the usual cruising altitude, when a huge section of the airplane's roof tore off completely. The plane started to roll from side to side, and it was becoming increasingly harder to control. The pilots decided to make an emergency landing, but as they were approaching the runway, the left engine failed. This unusual flight story might seem unreal, but it's 100% based on true events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The most recent studies have confirmed that our Moon actually does have an atmosphere! It's composed mostly of hydrogen, neon, and argon and contains some very unusual gases. There's even lots of oxygen there, but it isn't in its most common gaseous form. So does it mean that if people learned how to extract this oxygen, we would be able to live on the Moon? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Humans may know a lot about the world, but there are still many questions that remain unanswered. What do the tops of the pyramids in Egypt look like? Can the Sahara Desert turn into a lush, green forest? Can an avocado kill a horse? Why is penguin poop necessary for survival?
National Geographic has provided answers to your most burning questions. You can’t even imagine some of the things you don’t know about the world! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Where did we come from? Where are we headed? What is our world? Are we alone in the universe? When the mental gears really start moving, people can come up with theories that are downright terrifying! In this video, you'll learn about 13 of the scariest theories that’ll make you question everything you thought you knew about your reality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you see a dog in the street, what're you gonna pay attention to? Did you know that the color of the collar the pooch is wearing is important? If you see a red collar, it's a warning sign that the dog is extremely aggressive and needs space from both people and other animals. Here're some facts about dogs and tips on how to read their behavior. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This ship appeared on the shore after 9 years of missing. Why was it missing? And where was the crew all this time? Here’re real stories of three different ships that went missing at one moment in time and then appeared later as if nothing had happened. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The star at the center of our Solar System is scorching hot and huge. But what would happen to us and our planet if it became as big as the Sun? Crossing our planet is like driving back and forth across the USA 3 times. But how about repeating this journey 305 more times? Just imagine the gas expenses. This would be the journey across the Earth is it was the size of the Sun. And not just that would change… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey, guys! Here’s a serious question to think over: “what is it - happiness?” Is it just a cocktail made of “happy hormones”: endorphins, serotonin, and dopamine? Or much more than that? This is your ultimate guide to a happy life! I’ve explored this topic thoroughly and I’m ready to share the results with you. Here’s what happiness is about, why you can’t FIND happiness and what to start the pursuit of happiness with… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Help a Choking Victim. You never know what might happen and when you might need to know how to save someone who's choking. It's important that you learn how to find out if someone's is really choking next to you and how to help people in trouble. You'll have to know how to perform the Heimlich maneuver and there are special rules for how to save a choking child or choking dog. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let’s face it — most of the time, we eat not because we’re hungry. Instead, we turn to food in order to increase our sense of comfort. Stress, climate, the time of day — all of this affects how much we eat. Is there an easy way of making our psyche help us to lose those pounds? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s hard to surprise an experienced traveler, but there are still some things you’ve probably never thought of. Did you know that anyone can open a locked lavatory door from outside while you’re inside?! Sound uncomfortable, right? Here're several secrets that are only known to employees and the most curious passengers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are lots of common beliefs about intelligent people: they don’t give in to laziness, have a perfect memory, and don’t use obscenities. However, research shows that a high IQ is often associated with quite unexpected habits and peculiarities. Did you know that laziness is actually a sign of high intelligence? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our body is a perfect mechanism where lots of things happen at the same time. Sometimes it gives us signs that it needs help which, if ignored, can lead to health issues. Here are some warning signals you should always take note of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We’ve explored what famous sharply dressed ladies wear to look young but not like teenagers. There are no tips to forget about miniskirts and move to pencil skirts and refreshing colors. After all, it’s up to each of us to decide what to wear, but there is a win-win combination that will make you look gorgeous in any situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if the characters of "Harry Potter" looked like they did in the Books? J.K. Rowling brought us the world of Harry Potter and endowed it with an impressive number of secrets. However, some characters don’t match their descriptions from the books. Did you know that when the first book was written, Professor Snape was just over thirty? Watch this video for more surprising details! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Everyone you meet can help you open more doors in terms of friendships, business, love, and so on. Bright Side has compiled a list of must-know rules for those who know the true value of making new acquaintances and business contacts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You’ve probably seen those posts on social media showing pictures of children with little hearts drawn on their wrists. In case you wanted to find out the meaning of those doodles, this video is just for you. Prepare to see something really sweet and touching and sending an important message on how to protect and support your child. Liz Petrone spoke about her son Luca’s struggles with severe anxiety. One day the worried boy burst into tears when he got on the school bus. And although Liz tried to comfort him from the outside as much as she could, it didn't help. So the next morning she decided to give her son a “gift” to make him feel better. She gave him a peck on the hand and drew a heart on the place she’d kissed. The boy would look down at the heart and know that he's loved and that everything's gonna be okay. If your child suffers from anxiety, there are a couple of things you can do to provide emotional support for them. First of all, reassuring your little one that everything's alright isn't always the best idea. When you're anxious, you desperately want to believe that there's nothing to worry about, but your brain won’t let you. Tell your kids that you understand how scary it is and that you'll be by their side until it's okay again, when they're feeling better. Create a “worry character” together with your child and give it a name. While you're doing this, let your son or daughter describe the character in detail, for instance, when it appears the most, how it behaves, how it feels, or when it goes away. This will let you find out more about how your child's really feeling and coping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you want to get your dream job, it’s crucially important to make the best possible first impression on the recruiter, and everything, including your style, means a lot. There are five vital things you should know that hiring professionals use to form their opinions about you and decide if you will fit into the corporate culture and get the job or not. Sherry Maysonave, head of Empowerment Enterprises, an image consulting firm based in Austin, Texas, says that the first impression happens in less than 30 seconds and it’s based entirely on your attire. Using the color of your clothes, you can influence other people however you want. Pastel colors in clothes and makeup can help you win other people’s trust. The most important thing is not to overdo it. Blue is probably the best color choice for a job interview, unless you’re aiming for a creative job. The color red represents the life force and the inclination to be successful and efficient. Business suits are not always the best choice for a job interview because the impression you may give the employer is that you are “overqualified.” A tasteful statement dress that doesn’t reveal your neckline and ends around 1 inch above the very top of your knee will do just fine. Your attire should be as close to the company dress code as possible. People are more eager to accept other people who are like them, so the more you look like the other employees, the easier it is for an HR manager to imagine you working with them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to become rich fast? A lot of things can be learned from those who managed to climb the financial Olympus. Being successful in this or that way is what we all want to achieve. From Mark Zuckerberg to Elon Musk – following their simple success principles is guaranteed to change your life for the better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We get over 55% of information through nonverbal communication, like facial expressions, gestures, and other body movements. Pay attention to the signals that other people send without even realizing it. You’ve probably wondered how convenient life would be if you could read other people's minds. Some people use their intuition for this, but if you’re not so perceptive, there’s only one choice left: learning to read people's body language. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever heard that massage not only relaxes your muscles but also helps release toxins from your body? Lymphatic massage is everything you need to get a healthy and toned body. you don't have to spend a fortune in expensive massage parlors! The type of massage we will tell you about can be easily done at home by yourself! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to get rid of belly fat fast and for good? There is an easy egg diet that will get you in shape in less than a week. Let's see how to reduce belly fat in just 3 days using eggs.
We have found a perfect way to become slimmer, more energetic, and overall healthier. No horrifying medical procedures or starving for days on end! Just one simple ingredient - and the process of weight loss will jump into action. You will see the result in no more than 3 days! Are you ready for the miracle? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes we look better in the mirror, other times we like ourselves more in pictures. Let’s try to figure out the secret You might not realize it, but there is a psychological aspect that plays an important role in how you perceive your appearance, whether it's in a photo or the mirror. We mostly look in the mirror at home when we feel our most relaxed. As for photographs, we usually end up in the frame while we’re on foreign turf, meaning that we can look more tense and unprepared. Another important aspect is the angle. You see, nobody’s face is purely symmetrical. Just try to find your perfect angles and work them every time your picture is being taken. White balance also influences our appearance in pictures. Every type of lighting has its own temperature, but when we look in the mirror, we don’t register this temperature diversity at all because of the way our brain works. The camera, unlike the brain, makes us see our features in objective lighting. Pretty much every time we look in the mirror we focus on one thing and don't analyze how our lips, nose, eyebrows, or shoulders work together to form our appearance. When we look at a photograph, we perceive everything at once and notice things that previously seemed insignificant. In a reflection, we always see an inverted version of ourselves, and that ultimately shapes our perception of what we look like. Even if you’re not the most photogenic person in the frame, don’t worry! Take some time to get to know yourself and your appearance, and you'll always look your best in every shot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A perfect smile is considered to be one of the most attractive features a person can have. Unfortunately, there are many things that can harm your teeth, such as smoking, too much caffeine, and irregular dental care. These seemingly innocent daily habits can actually cause problems such as dental plaque.
You may think: "Why would I waste my time on getting rid of the plaque on my teeth? It doesn't bother me." But, in fact, it's a must if you want your teeth to be healthy. The thing is the process of plaque removal will help you to prevent cavities that otherwise may damage your teeth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7 things your urine is trying to tell you about your health. Have you ever seen green or blue urine? By checking the color, you can see whether your body is doing well or crying for help.
As weird as it may sound, every time you go to the bathroom, you have a chance to check up on your health. No, we’re not talking about stepping on the scale or checking your face for breakouts. We’re talking about going number one! By examining the color of your urine, you can see whether your body is doing alright or if you need to go to the doctors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why is the sky blue? Why aren’t there any more dinosaurs? Why do trees change colors? If you’ve been around kids long enough, you know the incessant barrage of questions that, as simple as they seem, often have you scratching your head. However, just because we grow up, it doesn’t mean that our curiosity about the world around us goes away. If you’re ready to finally get the answers to the random questions that lie abandoned in the back of your brain, then you’ve tuned in to the right video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to remove facial or body hair cheaply and for good in 10 minutes? Here are some natural home remedies and easy ways on how to remove body hair very fast and painlessly! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many of us are afraid of getting stuck in an elevator, it’s an especially scary situation for people with claustrophobia. To stay calm and safe in an emergency situation like this, there are some simple safety rules or lifehacks that are serious DOs and DON’Ts to be aware of. If you start freaking out, you can experience oxygen deficiency since elevators aren’t exactly well-ventilated. You certainly don’t want that, so try your best to breathe normally. Don't do anything stupid, like jumping up and down, because it won't magically kick-start the elevator into working again. In fact, it’ll only affect the car's stabilizer system and make it more difficult for you to get out safely. Nowadays almost every smartphone comes equipped with a built-in flashlight, and most of us have our phone on us at all times. If you have a flashlight keychain, that's pretty useful too. Light may calm down the sense of panic and help you navigate better since it’ll at least help you see the buttons. As you’re waiting for help, try thinking of a list of things you need to do or how to rework your schedule to fit in this minor setback. If you still can’t distract yourself and can't help but feel scared and hysterical, try a little meditation. Just breathe in, clear your mind, and try to relax as much as you can. Try the “open door” button. And if they won’t budge after that, hit the “stop” button. If it’s stuck, pull it out and press it again. If you happen to find yourself in a free-falling elevator, there’s hope, too. A great idea is to cover your face with your arms. You see, when the elevator hits the bottom of the shaft, it's very likely to break into pieces. So protecting your face from falling debris can ensure the absence of any possible injuries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Periods and how they go are a couple of the most important hints of what's going on inside a woman's body. Noticing the color of your period blood can save you from some very dangerous conditions! So is your health perfectly normal? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Protect Yourself from Scam. Scammers get creative and invent new tricks basically every day to steal your money and personal data. The best way to protect yourself, your family and your money is to be aware of their latest tricks. Remember that forewarned is forearmed, and it's always better to be prepared and ready to face the dangers that may wait for you in the street or online. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It turns out, many cool discoveries have been made just recently. Although, we seem to have known some facts for a long time already. For example, do you know that there is a coral skyscraper hidden underneath the ocean? People had no idea until 2020. As well as we didn't know the reason why the ocean is salty until 1979! You'll find more unusual discoveries in this video. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why is gold valuable? Why is gold so expensive? Gold is used to make jewelry and not just that: it's also a currency. Societies and economies have long placed value on this precious metal and perpetuated its worth. Why are humans so drawn to gold? Not platinum or silver... or any stone from your backyard? Let's get to know, what makes gold important. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are normal bathroom habits? Which bathroom habits are dangerous for you? A bathroom is an important place in your house: you start your day in the bathroom, you wash all the dirt away there, it brings you relief. But it turns out, if you go in the shower, you might wanna go elsewhere when you hear running water! Here're 12 habits we all do but need to stop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why are human eyes so different? Why are human eyes different shapes? It turns out, blue eyes don't have any pigment. Brown eyes get their color from melanin, the same pigment that colors your skin. People with green eyes have light brown pigment on one or both layers of their iris. Then what does blue color get from? Let's find out, why blue eyes are just an illusion... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How many steps should you take a day? How many steps is enough to lose weight? Recently most of us have been spending more time at home, although walking is one of the most effortless ways to burn calories. How many steps a day should we take and when does fat start burning? Let's take a look at what happens you your body with 20K steps a day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why does rain have a calming effect? Why does rain have a distinctive smell? 💦 Rain is a curious phenomenon that raises so many questions... For example, did you know that there's the edge of rain? You can rarely see it, but it exists! It's a weather phenomenon that can be seen from the ground at large distances from the storm itself. Would you like to walk by the edge of rain? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that Mercury is getting smaller? Or that the combination of the gravity on our planet and the gravitational force of the moon leads to changes in ocean tides? By the way, what do you think space smells like? I'm gonna answer these and many more curious questions about space in this video. Here're 15 cool facts you didn't know about our Solar System. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Would you like to detect all your crushes? There's a way to find out if someone is attracted to you. It's time to learn these psychological tips instead of playing the guessing game. Psychological tips mostly work on a subconscious level. They reveal the signs of attraction, help you win another person's trust, get somebody's approval, and relax when you are stressed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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You probably know that most tissues in your body regularly replace their cells with new ones. Different organs need their own time to renew completely. And some tissues don't replace their cells at all. But have you ever wondered where the dead cells of your body end up?
Dr. Yoshinori Ohsumi, a Japanese cell biologist, spent years studying how human cells get rid of their waste. If this process in the body doesn't work correctly, a person can develop type 2 diabetes, Parkinson's disease, some age-related diseases, and even cancer. And it turned out that when you fast, your cells live longer and produce more energy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It takes approximately 8 hours and 15 minutes to get from London to New York by plane. If you choose to take a trip by ship, you'll spend almost a week in the ocean. But what about traveling a distance of 3,460 miles within an hour? Yup, a new type of transportation might appear in the world!
Futuristically fast trains that resemble transport capsules from sci-fi movies are supposed to move through low-pressure tunnels. Researchers from the USA and China are already working on this project. Some specialist are as optimistic as to predict the appearance of this new revolutionary type of transport in the next 10 years! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs crashed into the Earth 66 million years ago. But we're still investigating all of the details of that event. The meteor made impact on the ocean, but the water did not extinguish it. That monster’s name was Chicxulub. Where is that asteroid now? Let's answer some of the most exciting questions about dinosaurs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The world is full of surprises: unique places, unexplained phenomena, objects that hide tons of secrets. Let's answer some of the things you must have googled at least once. Why is watermelon juice rarely in supermarkets? Did you know that you can only cut a diamond using another diamond? And I'm gonna reveal why the Leaning Tower of Pisa is tilted. Here're 13 answers to simple questions you may have thought of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The sinking of the Titanic is one of the most famous tragedies in history. How big was the iceberg that took down the unsinkable Titanic? And which was bigger: the huge ship or the iceberg that sank it? Let’s investigate the clues that reveal the truth about the Titanic’s iceberg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hello folks! You’re hearing us from a day full of Marvel movies. Man, it was a great thing to do! We literally fueled up our movie hunger in a day. For sure It’ll keep us full for a few months. I’d say for a few weeks. I really miss watching action movies. I should confess that I needed that for a while. I’ll say “science fiction” for them but since you’re already living in a different universe in your head it’s not so “fiction” for you. True that! It’s as if Stan Lee wrote all these comics for me! Heh! [proudly] Oh he definitely didn’t. But still I just choose to imagine myself flying around with my cool costume. Hmm, since you think “cool costume'' means spiderman’s. I don’t really have words for you while there’s Iron Man! Spiderman fans will be mad at you. What?! I’m not saying anything bad! I just say I personally prefer Iron Man. Even his arc reactor itself is a masterpiece. Oh despite its glorious style, Iron Man is just a man in a suit at the end of the day. BUT Peter Parker has actual superpowers. If we keep up with the Joneses we’ll be talking about this for hours and hours. You know that right? Yeah, but we’ll get back to this later. You can’t get away that quickly. So, tell me if you could have a super power what would it be? I’d go for endless energy. Why? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Bermuda Triangle is one of the biggest mysteries in the world. No one exactly knows how many ships and planes have disappeared ion that area. The rough estimate is 50 ships and 20 planes. Most of the time, the disappearances had no explanation, and no wreckage has ever been left behind. A popular theory suggests that rogue waves are responsible for the many disappearances. But is it really the true reason for the numerous disasters? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are amazing discoveries that made the smartest scientists scratch their heads for years. These experts spend their whole lives searching for answers to some of the world’s biggest mysteries. Yet some of their findings defy logic and are still waiting to be solved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can you change your eye color? No matter whether you have brown or blue eyes, you’ve probably been wondering how you’d look with green eyes, for example. You might assume that the color of your eyes is something you have no control over and that it’s all genetic. But have you ever wondered why your eyes look a bit lighter on a sunny day? Or why the eyes of people who are in a rage seem to go dark all of a sudden?
But very few of us know that there are a number of factors including food and emotions that can change the color of our irises. Yep, your eye color can change depending not only on the lighting or your mood! We put together some interesting facts about how and why a person can change the color of their eyes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You might find yourself driving fast if you’re late for work, need to be on time for an appointment, or want to get to your destination as quickly as possible. Even if you stay under the speed limit, there are certain things that can put you at risk of an accident and should be avoided.
For instance, blaring out your favorite songs while driving fast might not be such a good idea. A 2013 study conducted at Ben-Gurion University in Israel tested 85 teenagers on their driving skills while listening to music. While listening to their favorite songs, 98% of them made errors. While listening to easy-going music like soft rock or jazz, only 77% of them made mistakes. If you’re driving fast, it’s best to keep the radio off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to charge your phone fast? How many times have you been heading out the door only to notice that your phone battery is about to die? Then comes the mad dash to find your charger and plug it in ASAP. But you don’t have time to wait for it to charge all the way! So, what can you do to get a fast charge?
It turns out many phones start to charge faster and more effectively if you take off the case. When you keep certain types of cases on while charging your phone, this can cause your device to overheat. That's why if you feel that your smartphone tends to get too hot while it’s on the charger, try removing the case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do we say “OK”? It’s hard to believe there was ever a time when some words didn’t exist. Had you been around before 1839, for instance, you wouldn’t have had a clue what OK means because OK wasn’t a thing yet! It's easily one of the most widely-used expressions around the world. It isn’t confined to one region, language, or even purpose!
You use it to show that you got the message, like when your boss says, “Hey, I need you to send me a copy of that report” and you reply, “OK!” Yet if you think that something was just mediocre, you say, “Eh, the movie was OK.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A car isn't just a way to from A to B. It's a serious responsibility and a potentially dangerous machine for you and others, especially if you have to drive in bad weather. Luckily, there are special driving tips to avoid accidents when it's pouring rain, the road is covered in ice, or you're driving in thick fog. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A lot of car problems can be solved with a little creativity. Every car owner has a standard set of items in their glove compartment and trunk: sunglasses, a soft tissue, a spare wheel and other things of that nature. But sometimes these items may not be helpful enough for what you need.
These car hacks are clever, easy, and efficient, and they can save you from a tight spot. Watch the video to learn why having kitty litter in your car can be so convenient and how you can use household items like Coke and socks to get your car in tip-top shape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to get rid of belly fat? You’ve tried different exercises and diets but you still haven’t been able to achieve the flat stomach of your dreams. Today, we’re gonna look at some core-sculpting breathing exercises from the world of yoga.
It’s called pranayama, and it’s a breathing technique that’s an integral part of yoga. You see, “prana” is the universal life force and energy that’s present in all living beings, and “ayama” means “to extend.” So, pranayama seeks to lengthen a person’s life force through breathing. Among its many health benefits, it works specifically for weight loss by reducing appetite, increasing metabolism, cleansing and balancing the digestive system, and burning fat. Most importantly, though, it reduces stress and prevents stress-related diseases.
Pregnant women, those who suffer from respiratory problems, and anyone with a heart condition should not do pranayama exercises. If you’re new to yoga, it’s better to try these techniques with an instructor first. Build some experience, and then you can do them yourself at home safely. The exercises should be done on an empty stomach. For the best results, do them first thing in the morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that simply blowing on your thumb can help you through some really tough times?! Our thumbs have a direct impact on what’s called the vagus nerve. This is a pair of nerves running from the brain and splitting down to all the major organs and tissues, including the nose, mouth, throat, lungs, heart, intestines, and many others. So when you blow on your thumb, you’re giving additional stimulation to your vagus nerve, which can kick-start a whole bunch of useful processes throughout your body.
According to Dr. Arun Ghosh, a general practitioner from Spire Liverpool Hospital, our thumbs have their own pulse. So when you blow on them, you regulate your heart rate and lower your blood pressure, which helps you calm down and de-stress. This trick is also really useful whenever you’re experiencing major anxiety. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you have trouble falling asleep? Do you toss and turn at night? A good night’s sleep is necessary for optimal health. So if you’re one of the millions of people in the world who suffers from a sleep disorder or you want to fall asleep faster, watch this video to learn a trick straight from the US military.
The amount of sleep a person needs depends greatly on their age. Knowing how much you should be sleeping can help you figure out if your sleep routine works or if it needs tweaking. Babies normally sleep for most of the day (around 16 hours), teenagers require about 9 hours a day, and adults require 7 to 8 hours a day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you wanna to lose excess weight and improve your health? I've been concerned about my weight for as long as I can remember, always looking for more and more effective ways to lose a couple of pounds. So when I read that lemon water can make it happen, I didn't really hold out too much hope! However, this little experiment quickly turned into something that changed my appearance completely...
According to The World's Healthiest Foods, just a quarter cup of lemon juice contains 31% of our recommended vitamin C daily intake with an additional 3% of folate (which is good for your heart) and 2% of potassium (which balances your blood pressure). This hot combo was quickly named one of the best homemade drinks for detoxifying the body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who built the ancient city of Petra it? What was it used for? And how is it that an entire city became “lost”? Some of the answers remain elusive even to the most avid historians.
Petra is an ancient city carved into red desert cliffs. The city is located in Jordan, 150 miles from Amman (Jordan’s capital). It has been deserted for hundreds of years, but thousands of years ago, the city was thriving. Petra was a powerful trading center with a top-notch location for silk and spice trade routes. It was also the capital of the Nabataean Empire.
The Nabateans were experts in water technology. They constructed tunnels, dams, cisterns, and water chambers, and Petra was a type of oasis to weary travelers in search of water. This brilliant water engineering allowed the Petrans to stay in the city even in periods of drought and to survive flash floods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The average American spends at least 90 minutes a day behind the wheel. That's definitely a lot, so why not spend this time in comfort and ease? There are so many simple yet useful tricks that can turn your mundane commute into a pleasant journey, and here are 15 of the best! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What tricks criminals use to break into your house. Do you know that one burglary occurs every 18 seconds in the U.S.? With each case, a homeowner loses around $2,000. In this video, you'll find out what you can do to prevent yourself from becoming a victim of home invasion! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's amazing how something as seemingly insignificant as color can influence your mood, emotional state, and even your health! What’s more, one particular color can simultaneously make you feel calm and relaxed and irrevocably damage your eyesight! How so? And which color is it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the most dangerous job in the world? Worried that you’re gonna have to settle for some boring mundane job to earn a decent living? Maybe you’d rather do work that was exciting and varied? But if you're looking for a more adventurous job, you should think twice. Some of such jobs might sound romantic and exciting, but "dangerous" describes them best. Well, if you’re still interested, here are some dangerous but well-paying to choose from! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you feel paranoid every once in a while, but none of the people around you seem to understand why? Do you feel like someone’s watching you, but you have no solid proof of it? Chances are, it could be a stalker. It’s normally either someone you used to know and rejected or a real criminal chasing their next victim.
It’s common for stalkers to send their victim flowers or gifts. As much as you might love the attention and flowers, it does get creepy when they keep coming and you have no idea who’s sending them. When stalkers see you get rid of their gifts — as you get nervous or angry, you’re likely to do the most natural thing and throw those flowers or chocolates in the trash — they take it to the next level. Angry at you for the unreturned love, they might start sending inappropriate gifts. Do you wanna find out some other foolproof signs that you’re being watched? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to make your teeth whiter? Many people believe that a white-teeth smile is something a person is born with: either you have it or you don’t. Luckily, that's not the case! Particular toothbrushing techniques can help you make your smile brighter and whiter. The first step on your journey to white teeth is to choose the right products. Your toothbrush, toothpaste, and even your mouthwash play a significant role in how bright your smile will be.
You need to care for your teeth regularly. According to Dr. Kathleen W. Wilson, you should brush your teeth twice a day: right after you get out of bed and before you go to sleep at night. In the morning, you clean off the bacteria and plaque that has accumulated during the night because the saliva that protects your mouth dries up when you sleep. This is also why you need to remove all pieces of food and clean your mouth before going to bed. Also, remember to floss your teeth every time you feel the need. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to protect yourself from dog attacks? Every day we run the risk of encountering stray dogs while out walking or running. We don't usually expect any threat from an adorable creature that’s been rightfully dubbed our “best friend.” But some of these dogs can sometimes display unpredictable behavior and be extremely aggressive and unfriendly. Dogs are animals and they have animal instincts. Even the friendliest-looking pooch can attack you if something goes wrong! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What about chuckling at a joke you didn’t think was funny or even understand? The list goes on and on when we’re talking about situations when we laugh, but they don’t have anything to do with something being funny. Why do we do it?
Laughing in the awkward, negative sense often helps us deal with things that mostly stem from fear. Dr. Margee Kerr, a sociologist from the University of Pittsburgh who specializes in the study of fear and wrote a book called, "Scream: Chilling Adventures in the Science of Fear," says that “we laugh at things like this because they violate our expectations.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to get rid of wrinkles? A lot of people all over the world go to great lengths to achieve a young, beautiful face. If the idea of drooping facial skin keeps you up at night, there are plenty of things you can do to keep your face and neck in tip-top shape without running to the plastic surgeon. Among these preventative measures are facial exercises. They’re easy enough to do right at home while you’re watching TV, surfing the Net, taking a shower, waiting for your dinner to cook, you name it!
What is it exactly that causes the skin on our face and neck to droop as we age? Along with weakening muscles, the collagen in our skin starts to deteriorate, which is what makes your skin look more stretched out and thinner than it used to. You can also lose facial fat as you age, which causes the skin to look less plump and youthful. Along with these factors, after years of making facial expressions, such as laughing, crying, frowning, and smiling, the skin gets stretched and worn out. This causes wrinkles to form in places where the skin creases, like in smile lines around the mouth or crow’s feet around the eyes. Do you want to learn some at-home facial exercises that’ll give you the results you’re looking for? Then watch the video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Even the most experienced swimmers can find themselves in a situation where something has gone wrong and they start to drown. That's why it's crucial to know what to do and what NOT to do in this scenario. One day, this knowledge might save your life.
For example, when a person is drowning, they need to fight not the water but their instincts. The thing is, when somebody feels that they aren't in control of the situation, they start to flail as hard as they can. By panicking, they make themselves submerge deeper and deeper. As a result, they get exhausted quickly and can't stay afloat long enough to wait for help. Do you wanna know more about it? Then watch the video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each year tons of people undergo cosmetic procedures to lift their sagging droopy eyelids in hopes of achieving a more youthful look. Little do they know that you can actually take care of this problem right at home! All you’ll need is a few simple yet effective ingredients for instant results!
Don't forget that the lifestyle you're leading also affects this problem. For example, not getting enough sleep only increases sagging and puffiness, while good rest can prevent them altogether! The same thing goes for drinking enough water. Staying hydrated is essential for beautiful glowing skin, and the eye region is no exception. So make sure to drink at least 8-10 glasses of water every day, and you'll see your skin improve almost instantly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tartar sauce might be great on your fish, but nobody likes to have tartar on their teeth. And I’m talking about bacteria-filled plaque that hardens and stains your pearly whites. It occurs when you forget the golden rule of 3: brush, floss, and rinse. When not removed, it becomes rough and can actually lead to gum disease. Not to mention, those yellowy stains can make you feel pretty self-conscious about your smile.
But don’t worry! You’ve got everything you need to pulverize that plaque right in your kitchen! You can use baking soda, orange peel, or even strawberries and tomatoes for doing this! We at Bright Side are on bad teeth, bad breath, and poor oral care patrol. Here are 10 ways to get rid of tartar and shine bright like a diamond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Boost Your Health. Tea is the second most popular drink after water. Green tea has been consumed for thousands of years. It’s definitely tasty and healthy, but what about the number of calories? The answer is zero! With many health benefits, green tea is praised for helping people lose weight, burn fat, and boost metabolism. Check out these 8 reasons why you should switch your morning coffee or lunchtime soda for a cup of green tea to give your health a boost! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Stay Safe in the Ocean. Any experienced lifeguard will warn you about a deadly phenomenon that claims the lives of more than 100 American beachgoers every year. In fact, about 80% of all rescues that lifeguards make have a connection to this danger. No, it’s not sharks or poisonous jellyfish or anything like that. The most treacherous thing that can happen to you in the ocean is a totally natural phenomenon called a rip current. The main reason why people lose their lives when stuck in a rip current comes down to panic. When they find themselves suddenly being pulled away from the shore at a high speed, terror ensues, they start to panic, wear themselves out in the fight, and drown because of it. What you should do instead is stay calm, take control of the situation, keep afloat, weigh your options, and don’t exhaust yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Get the Best Deals on Hotels. If you love to travel and want to get the best out of your hotel experience for your money, this video is just for you since it has all the tips and hotel secrets that will help you save money and get maximum comfort. How to get discounts and bonuses from hotels? How to get early check-in and late check-out? What services should be given to you for free and how to travel with your pet? How often should you get fresh linens? You’ll find answers to all these and other important questions in this video. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Get Young and Glowing Skin Naturally. How to help your skin look its best using cheap natural remedies? Your skin reflects what you eat, and that's why topical creams and lotions can only do so much for its appearance. Since aging starts from the inside out, it's only logical to start caring for your skin from the inside out as well. Here’s a list of common foods that are good for your skin. Omega-3 fatty acids in fish keep the skin supple and moisturized and reduce inflammation. Just like fish, nuts are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, and vitamin E. On top of that, they contain other minerals and vitamins that keep your skin young and glowing. Avocado is another food filled with the healthy fats that improve your skin's elasticity and moisture barrier. Yogurt and kefir are packed full of the living probiotics that help your skin look young by reducing redness, irritation, and acne. The friendly bacteria fight inflammation in the gut, which is where a lot of skin problems take root. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Fast. What if you decided to quit eating for an entire week? Would it be dangerous for your body? Nowadays, many people prefer to stick to periodical water fasting, so they don't consume any food and drink apart from water. Water fasting should last for no more than a couple of days, and you should consult with a doctor beforehand. Among its benefits are lower blood pressure, improved insulin and leptin sensitivity, lower cholesterol levels, and weight loss. The first and most important thing is not to jump into a long session of water fasting right away. Your first experience with it should last for about 2 days. As you plan your 7-day water fasting, try to pick a low-stress time in your life. Doing this during exam season or when you're moving house isn't the best time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Survive the Summer Heat without an AC. How can you survive when the temperature outside gets up to 100°F and you have no air conditioner at home? We have searched for simple and super effective ways to escape the sweltering heat that won’t cost you anything but will work their magic. The lowest temperature of the day is usually between 4 a.m. and 7 a.m., so open your windows in the morning and after 8 p.m. To prevent the sun’s heat from entering your house, it’s important to use the right curtains. In the past, before air conditioners existed, people used to wet their floors. The room temperature would drop immediately, and it would be comfortable enough to fall asleep. A great way to cool down your bed is to put your sheets and pillowcases in the fridge. Before you go to sleep, make your bed with them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Make Anyone Fall in Love with You. Love is a beautiful feeling that we hope everyone will experience at least once in their lifetime. They say you can’t control it but it turns out there are some simple psychological tricks that can make your crush fall in love with you for real. Find out how to make up a secret language, how to keep enough eye contact, how to make a positive association and even change the size of your pupils that can also be of help. These little life hacks can help you turn a small feeling into a serious relationship! However, don't forget that it's not the end of the world if someone doesn't share your feelings. It only means that your soul mate is still out there. And once you meet them, you won’t need any tricks to make them fall in love with you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Impress Others with Your Manners. Being polite and looking good never go out of fashion. Some simple basic etiquette rules will help you look stylish and charming. Find out how to look elegant and polite and how to behave properly in public to make the best possible impression on others. Pay attention to etiquette rules most of us break all the time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why cats are afraid of cucumbers? You’ve seen all the memes, gifs, and videos of cats literally leaping into the air in fright at the sight of a cucumber. So what’s the deal anyway? Well, we’re as puzzled as you are, so let’s see what the experts have to say about this “cat vs cucumber” phenomenon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you get shy when a girl throws just one glance at you? Well, happens to the best of us even if we are confident. But it’s easier to win at any game when you know the rules, right? The same goes for flirting. So to up your dating game and never lose your cool again when a girl looks your way, pay close attention to the tips we’re about to share with you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to solve the problem of varicose veins? You can do it within weeks! Just follow these recipes, and your legs will not only look incredible but you'll also prevent the progression of varicose veins. Want to know all the details? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to survive a natural disaster? How to survive wild animal attacks? How to survive in the wildness? Hopefully, you will never have to practice these survival skills, but if you happen to be in the wrong place at the wrong time, this article could save your life. It’s incredibly important to know basic survival skills! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lots of people are more than eager to get rid of the extra inches around their waist but they can't. No matter what they do, no matter how hard they work out. If you can relate to this, you’re not alone! Luckily, we have a list of the 8 most common mistakes that make it harder for you to get a perfectly toned body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Criminals keep coming up with new schemes to part car owners from their vehicles. In this video, you'll learn about yet another trick car thieves use to snatch your car from right under your nose. You'll also find out which cars are targeted the most frequently. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are there any effective and harmless methods of getting rid of any insects? Unfortunately, the chemical pesticides sold in stores are way too toxic and harmful to be used anywhere near your home, family, or pets. If these chemicals can kill insects, surely they cannot be good for you! That's why it's better to use something natural and safe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to lose weight without any diets and exercise? Sometimes they don't give you the results you look for. Maybe it’s time to employ some alternative, perhaps a little weird, methods to get rid of excess weight once and for all! What does “weird” mean? Well, how about smelling apples before meals or changing the color of your plates?! This stuff has been tested and proven to work. So if you’re interested in getting to know some unconventional weight loss tips, watch our new video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What things you should avoid while driving. Today’s cars are also packed with plenty of safety features like airbags, anti-lock braking systems, traction control, and shatterproof glass. However, despite your car’s sophisticated safety features or computer system, you could find yourself in a tricky situation at the worst possible time. And it’s still a good idea to avoid doing certain things. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You ever wonder how someone can become ridiculously rich with millions or billions of money in their bank. Is it a stroke of luck or is there a secret behind their success? It turns out there are some “rich habits” that you can develop over time. This is what separates the rich from the poor. In our video, we’ll reveal to you the everyday habits that all rich people have. You’d be surprised that each habit is so easy to achieve that even average people can learn it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to get rid of cockroaches? Why is it so hard to do this? You come face to face with these little monsters on a daily basis — flying from wall to wall, lounging on your sink, crawling on your countertop, or chilling on your headboard while you’re asleep. They taunt you over and over again. Today we’ll find out the reason behind the indestructibility of cockroaches and other insects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you remember your first baby tooth falling out? That initial fear and shock of holding your bloody tooth in the palm of your little hand. But we were properly rewarded for our suffering with a nice gift from the Tooth Fairy! Some parents like to hold onto their kid’s baby teeth as a keepsake. And while this may seem kinda weird, scientists actually recommend doing so! In this video, you’ll find exactly why that is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What details men pay attention to when they see women? Ladies, guys aren’t looking for unrealistic “perfection” you see in movies, magazines, and commercials. There are just only a couple of small things and we're gonna tell you what they are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes we do something weird and then think, ‘What was the logic of my behavior?’ Was it there? In fact, there’s always some logic, but most often it hides in certain peculiarities of your mind. The human psyche is a pro at hiding its own secrets. Scientists have been working for years to understand everything about the mind and brain, yet there’s still so much left to find out.
But you don't necessarily have to be an expert in psychology to understand what's going on in other people's heads and use it to your advantage. There are some psychological tips that work on a subconscious level that help you win another person's trust, get somebody's approval, and relax when you’re stressed out.
Watch the video till the end to understand why we always want something that is impossible to achieve and why we act one way or another! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are certain things that put girls off and prevent them from getting to know you. A lot of people are guided by first impressions, so the way you present yourself to the world does matter. If you know what does and doesn’t attract girls, you can give yourself a better chance of succeeding in your love life. Check out these 4 reasons why you might be failing with the ladies and what you can do instead! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to boost testosterone naturally? There are many misconceptions when it comes to testosterone. Some people connect it with aggressive behavior; some believe that the more testosterone a man has, the more “macho” he is. In any case, there are men who want to have as much testosterone in their system as possible. Luckily, it's not that difficult. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do moles on certain parts of your body mean? Have you ever wondered about it? Why those parts specifically? Chinese experts can read you like an open book just by looking at the position of the moles on your body. So what hidden parts of your personality can your moles reveal? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever felt a certain way, but you just couldn’t explain exactly what you were feeling? Human emotion is an extremely complex thing, and “happy” or “sad” or “mad” just don’t do it justice. But even the most complicated and indescribable emotions have names!
Now, you won’t find any of the following words in a dictionary. Well, actually, you can, but only in one: The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows. This is an entirely online dictionary created by writer John Koenig. In it, he describes and gives names to an array of human emotion that we haven’t yet put to words. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you’re already pregnant, it probably never crossed your mind that you might get pregnant again. Well, we don’t want to scare you, but it turns out that you can still get pregnant even if you already are.
The fertilization creates a zygote, which then divides into a group of cells called an embryo. The embryo grows into a fetus after about 10 weeks, which then keeps developing until birth. Even “normal” pregnancies can take a lot out of you, so this sort of double pregnancy is a completely different beast. The name for this phenomenon is superfetation, and it’s when different offspring develop in different stages during the same gestational period. Basically, another egg gets fertilized while the first is already growing inside the womb. This phenomenon is much more common in animals like rodents, rabbits, sheep, minks, and badgers than in humans. It’s extremely rare for superfetation to occur in humans, and there are only 10 documented cases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What shouldn't you throw in a toilet? 🚽 Plumbers discover plastic bottles, bricks, and even clothes there. Of course, you and I won’t try to flush down such things down the toilet. But who would have thought that even the most harmless things like dental floss or toilet paper can end up clogging a pipe?
The information on the pack saying that toilet paper is safe to flush down the toilet is, most of the time, just a marketing ploy. In fact, such paper takes several hours to dissolve, which is more than enough time to form a clog. There is a simple way to find out if toilet paper will dissolve. Put pieces of toilet paper into a glass of cold water. If you still see big pieces 5–10 minutes later, it means that you can’t throw this toilet paper into the toilet. But if the pieces are almost impossible to notice, it means that you can believe the manufacturer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to improve skin complexion? However, the sad truth is that nothing works. You’re probably unaware of the bad skin care habits you’ve picked up over the years. We’ve collected the most popular mistakes you need to stop making if you want to keep your skin healthy and young for a long time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why can't you lose weight? You abstain from potato chips, ice cream, fast food, soda, cake, and even pizza. Your new menu consists of all the fitness guru essentials. Unfortunately, you still haven’t lost an inch around your waist! So what’s the deal here? Are you doing something wrong? Perhaps the problem is in these 11 all-too common dieting mistakes that even the biggest health nuts are guilty of! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever been in a situation where someone you’re dating or one of your closest friends suddenly cuts all communications with you without any explanation? Your phone calls were blocked. Your private messages were seen-zoned. Your emails were never answered. Why did they do that to you? We're about to tell if you what the signs that someone is ending the relationships with you are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
According to the American Time Use Survey by the U.S. Department of Labor, women spend an average of 17 minutes a day on doing laundry. In case you’re looking for smart tips on how to make your clothes white and soft nearly for free – these life hacks are just for you. You can use some simple things you have at home in the washing machine to get even the most stubborn stains out easily and make your clothes dry faster.
Aspirin gets deep into the fabric of stained clothes and effectively removes dirt. It's especially good for shirts with sweat stains since aspirin easily breaks up and lifts that frustrating yellowish tint. If you dissolve aspirin in cold water, it’ll help you get rid of blood stains on your clothes! It’s really important that the water be cold because hot water will only fix the proteins in the blood deep into the fabric. Experienced laundry “gurus” don't recommend adding liquid fabric softener when washing your whites. And that’s because it doesn't let your clothes become as white as possible. Don't sort your clothes by their color, sort them by the density of the fabric. Heavy fabrics absorb more water than lighter ones, which is why the detergent gets washed out of different items in varying degrees. Scientists have actually come up with something called the “Sock Loss Index”! Psychologist Simon Moore and statistician Geoff Ellis teamed up to develop a formula explaining where our lost socks go. Turns out, careless sock pairing and putting socks in the wrong wash are the biggest causers of the lost-sock mystery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many of us want to get the perfect body for the summer, but not so many want to go through dieting or an extensive workout. If you wanna skip on the gym and still lose those extra pounds quick and effortlessly, then you’ll like what we have in store for you – the totally unexpected secret super effective tips to lose weight that’ll work for even the laziest people. A lot of us have pretty much zero self-control when it comes to having a plate of delicious food in front of us. A surprising way to set your limits is to tie a ribbon around your waist before every meal. When you feel it becoming too tight, that's the signal for you to stop eating. Whenever you're putting together a healthy menu for yourself, you shouldn’t forget about beverages. And don’t worry about just drinking water or sugar-free stuff. All you have to do is drink what you like from a tall glass. Researchers from England’s Loughborough University have made a very interesting discovery: hot water doesn’t just help you relax, it can also make you lose weight. Try subscribing to healthy diet groups on social media. They can give you some scrumptious ideas and inspire you to diversify your menu. It might sound strange, but even your place at the table can make a difference when it comes to your weight. It's pure logic: when you sit at a table surrounded by extremely tempting foods, it’s almost impossible not to eat them. But if you sit at the end of the table, you’re likely to skip out on certain foods simply because they’re harder to reach. Another great way to trick yourself into eating less is to cut your food into small pieces. This will give your brain the impression that there’s more on the plate than there actually is. Thanks to this, you'll feel full much faster and won't overeat. You’ll really like this discovery from Carnegie Mellon University: scientists there claim that an imaginary lunch helps us eat less in actual life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Accumulation of dead skin cells, friction, extensive exposure to sun, or a hormonal imbalance can become the cause of dark knees and elbows. These parts of our body don’t contain any oil glands and it’s important to protect them from dryness through proper care and hygiene. We've got 10 easy yet super effective techniques to help you nourish your skin and remove dark patches. Cucumber removes dead skin cells and keeps your skin moisturized. Vitamins A and C that are present in cucumbers keep the skin beautiful and fresh. The combination of Aloe Vera and milk is a simple and useful way to lighten your skin naturally. You can extract the gel from the Aloe Vera leaf and apply it to your knees and elbows. Leave it on for 20 minutes, and then wash it off with warm water. Rub your elbows and knees with a potato cut into slices for about 10-15 minutes and then wash off to get rid of dark areas. Turmeric contains a compound called curcumin which reduces and regulates the excess production of melanin responsible for dark complexions. Add 1/2 tsp of fresh lemon juice to 1 tsp of coconut oil and gently massage your knees and elbows for a few minutes for a lightening effect. Sugar and olive oil scrub can be used to cleanse your face. Just make sure to not rub too hard, as it may hurt your skin. Combine 2 tbsp oatmeal with 2 tsp of milk and message the dark areas for 10 minutes. Then rinse it off with water. It will make your skin feel soft, smooth, healthy, and radiant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you, like millions of others, are looking for the most effective yet simple remedy to lose fat, this one is for you. Burning fat without working out or diet is possible. In this video, you'll see how you can slim down in a healthy way without a whole lot of effort. The secret lies in a drink that not everybody knows about.
You’ll need: 1 teaspoon of cumin, the juice of half a lemon, half a teaspoon of grated ginger root, and one cup of water. Start by boiling the water and throwing in the ginger and cumin. Keep this mixture on low heat for 5 more minutes, then take it off the burner and let it cool. Finally, add the lemon juice. You should have one tablespoon of this concoction 20 minutes before every meal. And after just a month, this drink will help you to lose up to 10 pounds of excess weigh. This cumin, lemon, and ginger cocktail isn't just the perfect solution to accelerated weight loss, it also has some more amazing health benefits. Thanks to the cumin and ginger, this drink will improve your digestion. The vitamin C in the lemons and cumin boosts the immune system and protects your body from inflammation and stress. Cumin seeds are effective at driving mucus and inflammation out of the respiratory system. This spice is even used to treat asthma. This drink also does a lot for your brain and cognitive health! Those who regularly consume this concoction almost never suffer from insomnia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You know that annoying moment when you suddenly wake up in the middle of the night and can't get back to sleep? The reason we do this goes way back to our caveman days when we needed to check the safety of our surroundings even at night. But not being able to fall right back asleep after these nighttime interruptions is actually a bad sign. So what’s keeping you awake? Stay tuned to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
According to statistics, most drivers change their car once every six years, which is a pretty long period of time. To take the best out of your car in those six years, to save money and to avoid constant repairing, you’d better avoid ten mistakes many of us make when buying a car. One day you’ll probably decide to sell your car. That’s why you have to consider some important features. According to Paint supplier PPG Industries, white is the most popular car color in the US with 35 percent of all sold vehicles. It is followed by black with 17 percent, and silver and gray that both got a 12 percent popularity. In case you want to purchase some good old German luxury brands such as BMW or Mercedes-Benz, you have to be prepared to pay around $17,800 and $12,900 for ten years of maintenance accordingly. US popular brand Cadillac comes next with an average $12,500 maintenance cost for the same period of time. Additional airbags, a passenger sensing system that can tell the size of the person in the seat and save smaller children in case of a crash, auto-dimming mirrors to reduce the glare coming from headlights at night, head restraints and ABS are some of the things you don’t want to save money at. Make a check-list of features you need to check and think of where you’ll be driving your new vehicle. Try driving on the highway and park in uncomfortable conditions if that’s what you know you’ll have to do in the future. Examine everything to help yourself make the right decision. Don’t be afraid to miss “the deal of a lifetime.” You must have noticed those come up now and then, so you shouldn’t let them pressure you into making a wrong financial decision that will affect your budget for years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As time goes on, inevitable processes will determine the fate of our Sun, Earth, neighboring planets, and the whole Universe itself. Let's have a peek at a future so distant that it's hard to comprehend and try to answer one particularly alarming question: what will happen to us in the next 5 billion years? The radius of the Sun will be one astronomical unit, which is the distance between the Sun and the Earth. To put that in perspective, right now the Sun’s radius is only 1/215th of an astronomical unit. As is typical of all stars of such a huge size, the Sun will start to cool as it uses up all its energy. The Sun will literally be expelling its atmosphere. As a dramatic result, our Sun will go from a massive giant into a tiny white dwarf. We’re not exactly sure if or when a volcanic apocalypse will happen, it could be anywhere from 0 to 100 million years from now. Freezing of the Earth’s core will certainly lead to the demise of all forms of life on our planet. Scientists believe this is probably what happened to Mars. Fortunately, we have the entire Universe with countless stars and planets that could become a new home for humanity and other earthly species. Chances are that in the next few centuries, people will develop technologies that will allow us to move on in search of new worlds suitable for Earth’s inhabitants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Research continues to show that our appearance can say a lot about our personality and lifestyle. Let’s find out what exactly your facial features can say about you. Psychologist and neuroscientist Dr. Keith Welker studied the facial structure of around 1,000 World Cup soccer players and found that a player’s facial width-to-height ratio was closely connected to the number of goals he scored. The higher the number, the more competent a person is. Your wrinkles tell the story of your life. There are certain muscles that work every time you smile, cry, frown, or raise your brows. After some time, they get used to particular emotions and “draw” them on your face, making them visible even when your face is resting. There's a slight differentiation between genders when it comes to picking “the good side”. Women tend to turn to the camera with their left side. Researches believe that this is because the left part of our face is controlled by the right hemisphere of our brain, which is responsible for our emotions. That's why it seems way more attractive. In 2015 a group of scientists analyzed 123 selfies taken from Sina Weibo, a Chinese microblogging site sort of like Twitter. The researchers found a fascinating connection between types of selfies and people's personalities. Selfie takers with the infamous duck face and high angle tend to be neurotic. People who are friendlier and more open to new experiences tend to use the bottom-up approach while taking selfies. Have you ever noticed how identical twins start to look less and less alike as they get older? You can have the best genes ever, but the lifestyle you lead will still affect your appearance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many researchers thought that the Egyptian tombs were constructed to highlight the majesty pharaohs. And that's what we studied at school. Yeah, past tense! Brace yourselves, folks, because it looks as if scientists have finally discovered the true purpose of the pyramids! It seems these unique structures might have had a function that was a far cry from burying the dead... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to know that your partner is the best possible person for you to spend your life with. Healthy relationships are built on mutual respect, trust, understanding, genuine care, and some kind of attraction in order to work out long term. We’ve compiled 10 things to look out for before you decide someone is marriage material. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A majority of the most successful people out there are known to get up way before the crack of dawn. How do they manage it? Should "the night owls" try to conform or continue blissfully marching to the beat of their own late-night drum? Unfortunately, you’re better off switching to a morning routine.
The first thing you need to do is find out how much sleep you really need. Adults are advised to get from 5 to 9 hours of sleep a night, but “5 to 9” leaves a lot of wiggle room! That’s why your job is to figure out exactly where you stand on that scale. How much sleep a person’s body needs to function properly the following day is a totally individual thing. You’ll need to experiment for a while to find out your perfect amount of sleep. And yes, it is possible to sleep too much, and it’s no better than sleeping too little. Too much sleep can make you feel sluggish and drowsy throughout the whole day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Lose Weight Fast. You go to the gym 4 times a week, don't eat after 6 PM, and stick to a low-carb healthy diet, but you still can't get even one step closer to your dream weight. Why don’t all the well-known weight dropping methods work? The truth is, the most popular fitness myths often prevent you from losing weight quickly. If you want to get the body of your dreams in no time, you have to pay attention to these tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thousands of years ago great minds managed to create incredible technologies that were way ahead of their time, like a fire that couldn’t be extinguished by water, an unbreakable medieval sword, and even an ancient computer from 200 B.C.E.! You’d be surprised to find out what crazy inventions existed back then that science still can’t explain today. If you’re ready to learn more about these mind-blowing ancient inventions plus a whole lot more, then keep on watching. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People with golden blood, super-vision, and no fingerprints... They sound like characters from the latest superhero movie, right? Plot twist: they are as real as you and me! People with unique your physical features exist in real life even though it’s hard to believe some of the superpowers they have are real. This video will prove how amazing humans are and how much we have yet to discover about ourselves and our bodies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2,600,000 years ago, megalodons terrorized the seas and oceans, and they were believed to be the largest sharks to ever live on Earth. They were also the largest creatures in vertebrate history. What if this enormous marine carnivore had never become extinct? It isn’t a fun scenario to imagine, but, hey, we’ve also been toying with the idea ever since we saw fossils of dinosaurs and other beastly creatures that once roamed our planet. These gigantic animals ruled Earth millions of years ago, and we can’t help but wonder what our life would have been like if we’d coexisted with them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Lose Weight without Diets. Eat what you want and still don’t get fat –millions of people around the world dream about just that. Different research projects and studies continue to reveal simple rules that will help you achieve your dream body with almost no effort! And, yes, it is completely healthy! Follow some simple rules to get your perfect beach body fast and for good. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to be More Successful. We all try to get good grades to later get a well-paid job and succeed in life. Most people including our parents believe it is a direct toad to success. However, according to Robert Kiyosaki, author of Why ‘A’ Students Work for ‘C’ Students and ‘B’ Students Work for the Government, it’s actually the other way around. It’s “A” students that end up being employed by “C” students. We found 8 reasons why “C” students are often more successful in life. Now that’s some food for thought if you want to transform your own life or give good advice to your kids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
About 66 million years ago an asteroid the size of Mount Everest traveling at 45,000 miles per hour hit what is now the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. We can’t change the past, but still: what if that asteroid had missed? What would the Earth look like today if dinosaurs were still alive? Some scientists say that the dinosaurs’ numbers had already been steadily declining for thousands of years before the asteroid hit, so they may have died out on their own without a mass extinction event. Still, the environment might not have suited early mammal populations, and they might not have been able to adapt quickly enough. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Have a Fun Party. Next time you find yourself in the uncomfortable situation when your guests feel bored and start leaving the party early, you can save the night and be everyone’s hero with these awesome party game ideas. They don’t require tons of money or special preparation, and they’re a blast to play with your friends or friends-to-be. Get more popular and have more fun with these 12 simple but cool games anyone will enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Get Enough Sleep. You go to sleep, everything's fine, and then all of a sudden you wake up in the middle of the night, and as it repeats day by day you notice it happens at the same time. Why does your sleep get interrupted? Chinese medical practitioners believe that it happens because of a blockage of energy in one of your internal organs. You’ll find out how to fix it and get enough healthy sleep every night without waking up. It turns out it matters at what time you wake up since it speaks of different health problems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Since you’re on the Internet right now you’ve probably already noticed that this space is pretty much dominated by a younger crowd. You’ve likely heard them referred to as “Millennials”. Or is it Gen Z? And how are they different from Generations X and Y? And how can you make heads or tails of which one you belong to, and what defines your generation? According sociologist Karl Mannheim, it all comes down to “generational location,” meaning that all members of a generation share a similar collective experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Extend Your Battery Life. Smartphones really have become a must-have item and, apparently, a real time-eater. Since we spend most of our waking hours playing with our gadgets, that battery gets wiped out pretty fast. How to prevent your battery from dying when you need it most? Here is a list of 14 ways you can extend your smartphone’s battery life and have your phone always there for you. Experiment a little to find which solution is the best one to crack your phone battery dilemma. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Keep Your Pet Healthy. You can choose and plan your own diet, but your pet doesn’t have that luxury, and it eats whatever you’re giving it. Even if you only want the best for your pet, you’re likely to make some common mistakes and feed it some foods that are dangerous for its health and can even kill it. How to avoid food poisoning in your pet? Onion and garlic, for example, have a chemical in them that destroys an animal's red blood cells, causing anemia, which, in severe cases, can do serious damage to the internal organs. Bones are a great source of minerals and nutrients for your canine companion, but poultry bones, like chicken or turkey, as well as pork bones and any cooked bones are strictly forbidden. The same goes for coffee, chocolate, ice cream, and tomatoes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Get Rid of Stomach Bloating. Bloating is one of the most common ad annoying stomach problems. If your stomach is particularly unhappy after a heavy meal or when your diet is far from ideal, it’s most likely to be bloating. In case you have determined that bloating is the problem you're suffering from, here are 10 ways to save yourself from the annoying pains it brings. You can prevent bloating by eating more slowly and choosing smaller portions. Yes, sometimes it's as easy as that! Try to keep the amount you eat in check. Steaming or boiling green vegetables will shrink the amount of sugar you take in. If you keep getting bloated, you might want to watch your salt intake. Eating high-sodium foods can slow down your body’s ability to get rid of excess water, which might make you feel like there’s a balloon in your stomach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Get the Most out of Your Gadgets. You can’t imagine your life without gadgets and you must think you know everything about them. However, there are some common mistakes we all make everyday using gadgets. Find out how to avoid them in this video. You’ll learn why it’s dangerous to keep your laptop on your lap and your phone in or next to your bed while you’re sleeping, how to charge your phone properly, why it’s worth disinfecting your phone and how to do it and why you shouldn’t stack laptops on top of each other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Kiss. When you’re about to kiss somebody for the first time it always feels pretty nervous. How not to be rejected, how to know if he or she wants to kiss you back, how to be a good kisser? We’ll answer all these questions for you and share some kissing tips and techniques. So don’t worry and get ready to become an unbelievably great kisser! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There're numerous tourist attractions around the world you've definitely seen on postcards. But many of them have secrets we're never told. From the Statue of Liberty to the Eiffel Tower: find out the secrets of these famous monuments. I'll tell you what's hidden under the Statue of Liberty and why the Taj Mahal changes color. Don't miss this details hidden in famous sights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In case you love your pets and want to take good care of them and keep them healthy, pay attention to even the slightest changes in their behavior and take necessary measures immediately. For the sake of your pets and to protect them, keep an eye out for these 10 warning signs your pet needs help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Five of the area’s most mysterious and terrifying disappearances, some of them centuries-old, some eerily recent! Watch and draw your own conclusions. The Bermuda Triangle, also known as the Devil's Triangle, is a notorious area that lies in the North Atlantic Ocean between Florida, Puerto Rico, and the island of Bermuda. If you draw a line connecting these three points, you get a huge triangle. In fact, it’s estimated to be a whopping 500,000 square miles in size! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would happen if you quit showering for a year? While there hasn’t been much experimentation on this subject, scientists do still know some consequences of this dirty decision. So let’s find out exactly what they are!
The good news is that it won't kill you. So, there’s that. The bad news is that you definitely won't be a happy camper in the end or along the way. Without proper exfoliation, your skin will quickly become either super oily or really dry. And it doesn't matter which one it's gonna be, both imbalances lead to an overgrowth of yeast and bacteria. According to Dr. Carolyn Jacob, the director of Chicago Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology, the oiliest parts of your body, such as your armpits, behind your ears, and so on, would slowly collect dirt and pollutants. Let’s keep this nasty snowball going. The next major trouble you’ll face is that you'd become way more prone to different types of infections. Since washing your hair and scalp come along with showering, then prepare yourself for some major itching on your head. As for a whole year without washing your face in the shower, your face would be covered in zits! And, of course, where there’s bacteria and broken skin, there can be infections and health problems, so it’s not just all about aesthetics here. There’s actually a guy named Rob Greenfield who went a whole year without showering. According to the experts, there are a couple of tips that you should follow in order to shower the right way. Make sure the water temperature is not too hot because hot water will suck the moisture from your skin by removing a lot of your natural oils. Long showers can dry out your skin as well. Having two or three showers a day will do the same thing, so it's not that great of an idea either. Instead of lathering up your entire body, it's better to just stick to the areas with a bunch of sweat glands, such as your armpits, groin, underneath the breasts, and wherever else you tend to sweat a lot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you want to lose that extra stubborn weight and get the perfect body but have no time or energy to work out at the gym, there is an easy effective weight-dropping solution for you.
Believe it or not, it's way easier than it seems, you just have to give up certain everyday habits and replace them with healthy alternatives. So let's see what can help you get the body of your dreams with minimal effort! The added sugar and preservatives in canned vegetables remove a lot of their vitamin content. Then you just end up with a not-so-healthy product that only makes you gain weight. Even when it comes to dried fruit and nuts, know your limits and do everything in moderation, and you’ll see big changes in your weight and appearance. Don’t forget that dietologists suggest having fruit only in the first half of the day. They say it’s even better to eat fruit for breakfast first thing in the morning because it strengthens your immune system and keeps infections at bay. If you want to be healthy and lose weight, you’ve got to give up the sour cream. The main problem is that it's way too high in fat! Change it up with some natural Greek yogurt. To cut down on hundreds of extra calories, you may want to hold off on the cream and sugar and try to drink it black. Again, it sounds gross at first, but you can get used to it with time. You consume about 1,000 calories every time you go to a restaurant, so try eating something light at home before going out. Just try it at least once, and you’ll notice that you’ve had only a couple slices of pizza instead of the whole pie! And if you do this regularly, you'll find yourself losing weight faster than you'd think. Light meals contain much fewer calories and don’t leave you with that heavy feeling of being so full that you can't even look at food. So don't forget about this important switch before you begin your diet plan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all want beautiful healthy-looking skin, and we pay tons of money for creams, scrubs and masks that often don’t help. If you want to see positive changes in no time and at no cost, try following these 10 simple habits. Studies have proven that your smartphone screen can easily be covered in 10 times more bacteria than a toilet seat. And that's exactly how they end up on your face, causing all kinds of nasty skin problems. Your makeup brushes also collect tons of bacteria, and that's another possible culprit of your acne. Simply use antibacterial wipes on both your phone screen and your brushes. Every time you eat something with a lot of grease or sugar, you should be ready to welcome a brand new pimple the next day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are many things we do in the morning, because it seems like the perfect and only possible time for them. It turns out we make a huge mistake but you can avoid it if you follow some simple everyday rules. Note, there’s a bonus in the end of the video that explains how we can get good sleep with the help of a pencil. If you don’t eat a few hours before you go to bed, you won’t sleep well. Hunger often causes insomnia and if you go to bed without having dinner you’ll probably need a large breakfast. Evening strolls are proven to be good for health and they help cope with insomnia, according to National Sleep Foundation research. Thorough planning before bed will help you stay calm in the morning and perform all necessary actions step-by-step without wasting precious time and energy. The same is true for your outfit and lunch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
They say that bringing up kids is the biggest responsibility a person can have, and there are tons of books on the topic. The Tibetans follow a unique 4-stage system to shape their children into responsible, self-sufficient, and respectful individuals. During the first stage, from birth till the age of 5, kids are usually incredibly curious about everything around them. But they haven’t had any experience to learn from, and they can’t make rational decisions yet. So if they do something wrong or dangerous, you should look and act scared and try to shift their attention to something else. Don’t forget that your kid will never get this time back. Let them explore the world on their own terms. Another 5 years down the road, until your child’s 10th birthday, you should talk to them as if they’re a “slave”. You see, you can’t just nurture their privileged “royal” side and neglect the diligent “servant” one. This phase is crucial because it balances everything out. It’s important to build a friendship with your kids during the 3rd stage, from 10 to 15. Kids at this age are starting to form their own personal opinions and tastes, and they want to share them with you. Never judge them for their views or interests, that’ll only drive them away from you. When the time comes for your child’s 15th birthday, you’ll be entering the fourth and the final phase. It’s time to respect them as an individual. Your child will be independent, self-sufficient, and respectful towards you as their parent and to others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A toothache is something we all have experienced at least once in our lifetime, and over 90% of adults have had some form of tooth decay. Fortunately, there are more than affordable treatment methods you can try at home to kill a toothache in a minute. A cold compress is effective for any kind of pain you are experiencing. Peppermint tea smells great and has some numbing properties. Hydrogen Peroxide is a pain reliever that will help you manage the discomfort. It can not only reduce plaque but also heal bleeding gums and kill the bad bacteria. You can use it as mouthwash. Clove has been treating toothaches for ages as it has eugenol, which is a natural antiseptic. It has been widely used in Ayurveda and Chinese medicine. Guava leaves are anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial. They not only alleviate toothaches but also relieve mouth ulcers and swollen gums. Its antibacterial and antioxidant properties make thyme and excellent toothache treatment tool. Wheatgrass has antibacterial properties, which offer both short-term and long-term benefits while preventing tooth decay and pain. Garlic kills harmful bacteria and works as a pain reliever. Saltwater is a natural disinfectant, and also an easy and effective remedy to cure a toothache. Onion contains phytochemicals that target the germs responsible for the infection and gives you a break from the pain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all know that India is one of the oldest civilizations in the world with a super rich culture and history. But did you know that some of the stuff you use every single day was invented in the land of spices, sarees and Taj Mahal? From the buttons on your shirt to the shampoo in your shower, there are so many things we can’t go without we can thank India for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pay attention to the list of the most suspicious apps you may come across in Google Play. Delete them from your phone immediately to protect your personal data and extend the life of your phone. Their creators promise the apps will optimize your device, extend the life of your battery and protect your phone from viruses. Some of them are even supposed to be lie detectors and defragmentation devices. In fact, all they give you is ads, and what they do is get access to your data and kill your battery. Considering the huge number of apps created every single day, not even Google can keep track and check the safety of all the new programs. So the security of your device mostly depends on you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all have some everyday habits that are actually really dangerous to our health. For your own safety, and the safety of your family, you’d better stop doing these 10 things that seem good by mistake and follow some simple rules instead. When you were a kid, your parents probably taught you to immediately brush your teeth after meals, not to sit in front of the computer screen for too long, and to never stand near the microwave when it’s cooking something. Well, it turns out, you probably should’ve given up some of these habits a long time ago. Tooth enamel is the most solid part of the human body, but it becomes softer under acidic conditions, like after eating fruit or some dairy products. If you brush your teeth right after a meal, you can damage them by removing the enamel. Obviously, your eyes do get tired after staring at a computer screen for a long time. But being tired isn’t the reason why your vision might worsen. Microwave ovens aren’t as dangerous as many people think. In fact, this appliance is made in such a way that the electromagnetic radiation it produces can’t get out of its confines. The human body is amazingly self-sufficient, doing for itself tons of stuff so that you don’t have to, and that includes cleaning ears. Cleaning out your nose can lead to some serious problems because you can open it up to outside bacteria. Not all kinds of food really need to be washed before cooking. For instance, red meat and poultry should never be put under water. For a long time, people thought that sitting with their legs crossed was a sure-fire way to develop varicose veins. But recent studies show that it doesn't lead to this condition at all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to lose weight fast and get rid of belly fat? 14 scientifically proven tips to help you stay healthy with the least amount of effort. They’ll help you keep your body slim, healthy, and attractive for many years to come. The Internet is home to countless tips on how to slim down and get fit, but let’s be real here, most of them are easier said than done! That's why we’re bringing you a list of the most effective yet effortless things you can do to shed those unwanted pounds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What belly button shape reveals about your personality? Did you know that some people have no belly buttons at all and others use them for meditation? Watch this video till the end to find out some crazy facts about your navel! Don’t miss the cool bonus - a belly button personality test! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many of the long-lived medical beliefs are actually wrong. There are 20 health tips that are worth following and which are better left in the past. Do you still believe that humans have five senses and using a microwave can give you cancer? In that case, you will be surprised to see those and other health myths exploded. After watching this video, you will have a great excuse to eat at night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our smartphones have become indispensable. We use them every day and they contain a lot of important information about us. But do we know all of smartphone functions really well? Face and Touch ID, AR, super zoom, wireless charging...All these are now typical features of our phones. But there are some new and amazing things your phone can do that you haven't heard about... I'm ready to share these hidden smartphone tricks with you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Life during the 21st century is no bed of roses — these days, everyone is always in a hurry. Here’s a fantastic list of some useful tips that will let you spend less on beauty supplies and be as stunning as ever. It’s time to improve your beauty routine and achieve the flawless look you’ve always dreamed of! Don’t miss out on our bonus: two clever tricks you need to know to look gorgeous in summer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How many times a year do you start a new diet? Weight loss doesn’t have to be stressful or complicated. All you have to do is build simple habits to see the weight come off. Here are ten scientifically proven tips on how to achieve your dream body in almost no time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can walking help you to lose weight? So many of us do sports, go to the gym, and try different diets... And all this time we didn’t even realize that everyday lengthy walks, as shown by a number of studies, are no less effective against excess pounds. However, there are some rules you should follow for walking to replace a whole set of exercises. Keep in mind, for example, that you should never follow your friend’s schedule even if you exercise together. You need your own plan! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to do plank correctly? Planks are one of the most effective exercises you can do at home. They don’t take much time and effort, and you don’t have to wait long for tangible results. Several incredible changes will happen to your body if you do this exercise regularly. For instance, it can help give you a mood boost. Watch the video to find out all the benefits of regular planks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We don’t realize that even little things can give away our true essence. A lot of the things you do instinctively, as well as our preferences, say a lot about your true personality. Your everyday habits can reveal surprising things about yourself! Don't take it way too seriously, just have fun and watch the video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Everyone knows lemons are beneficial to us because of the high vitamin C level. We add this fruit to tea, and use we it when cooking and curing colds. However, there are more incredible properties of lemons. If you place a piece of lemon next to your bed, it will bring benefits to your health. Believe it or not, the smell of lemon can invigorate you, help you concentrate and stimulate your mental abilities. Also, the lemon essential oil is a proven remedy for depression! Grab a lemon and smell it – your mood will lift up immediately! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you want to clean your blood vessels? How to decrease the risk of heart attacks in the future? Are you ready to improve your overall well-being? Here are 15 food products that can take care of your heart and prevent heart diseases.
Our heart is one of the most important organs, but, surprisingly, we take care of it the least, loading it every day with stress and unhealthy diets. And that's too bad because fatty food increases cholesterol levels, which leads to vascular plaques that prevent the heart from working correctly. In this video, you will get familiar with 15 products that perform all these activities! Some of them might surprise you with their health benefits! Watch till the end - as a bonus, you will find a recipe for a special drink for healthy blood vessels. And remember to press the like button in appreciation of our work! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We meet liars every day, but we don’t know what to do when they are our kids. Bright Side knows why children lie and 9 easy ways on how their parents could stop their children from lying. Did you know that your behavior in certain situations may also influence your child to hide the truth? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to strengthen the connection between your partner and you? What is vital for a happy relationship of a couple? Here’s a list of 11 simple but very effective recommendations from well-known psychologists. They speak about how to behave toward your partner before calling it a night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You cannot completely get rid of cellulite, but you make it almost invisible. To help your skin become flawless and beautiful, we prepared 7 beauty tips that will show you that taking care of your skin is a lot easier than you thought! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here’s a list of the most effective ways for searching Google to help you find anything in just a couple of clicks. Try these 15 simple methods to search Google for the information! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Times are changing, and we are too. Some things and concerns, however, remain the same for centuries. How to get rid of a splinter? What should you do if you run into a mad dog? It turns out these questions were answered for us a long time ago. Here are the 20 most useful life hacks from the past you are going to love! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey there! I’ve got incredible news for you. There’s water on the Moon! How much water is there on our natural satellite? Can we use Moon water for drinking? And does it mean we could live on it? Here’re some cool Moon facts coming your way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The sinking of the RMS Titanic in 1912 was a catastrophic event which has since passed into myth and legend. But what is the truth behind the myth? And who was the last Titanic survivor? Let’s listen to this incredible true story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to deal with that extra pound around the waist? We've found a simple way to lose belly fat in a single night. No more dieting, no more exercising – meet a magical bedtime drink!
How to deal with that extra pound around the waist? What to do to remove toxins from your body? How to improve metabolism and become more energetic? We've found a perfect solution to all of these problems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do you know about your body? These 17 Facts About the Human Body Will Send Chills Down Your Spine. These amazing facts may still be hard to swallow, but you will absolutely be all ears to hear about them. Did you love science at school? Let's face it, only a handful of us had the stomach for learning all the scientific stuff back then by heart. Today's topic will be easier to perceive. What is more, it will be much more exciting. We have 17 jaw-dropping facts about your body that may still be hard to swallow and digest, but you will be all ears to hear about them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12 ordinary things that might save your life one day. You never know what surprises life has in stock. It can take you out of the comfort of your home or office and put you in place with no electricity, running water or even other people. There, you will have to fight for survival. In such situations, it is important to keep a cool head and act smart. You never know what can become extremely valuable to you - even the most everyday items can help you out.
Bright Side will teach you how to use 12 basic things in a critical situation to save your life. Who could have thought ChapStick could be so powerful! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It takes just a little observation to find out more about a person. The body shows a lot about your opponent’s inner self and helps find a way to communicate with them better.
All you need to do is make a fist and choose the option that fits you best. Here are the four options: thumb on top, thumb inside, thumb to the side, thumb turned upward. So, what’s your type? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to fall asleep fast at night and wake up easily the morning? Fitness trainer Craig Ballantyne writes a blog about healthy eating and sound sleep. He’s developed the formula for the perfect night’s sleep and easy morning wake-up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We learn things throughout our entire lives, but we still don’t know everything because we forget a lot of information. Bright Side will tell you about 11 simple memorizing tips that will help you remember everything and improve your memory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A large part of the desire for "perfect" breasts is appearance, but in reality, your concern should be for something much more important: your health. Take note, and you’ll keep your breasts beautiful and full for a long time to come. And remember that the sun is the most dangerous enemy for your breast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So much has been written about relationships that it’s difficult to determine what’s true and what’s not. Here are five relationship stereotypes that you can discard immediately. For instance, it turns out, you don't have to spend all your time together. Why? Watch till the end to figure out the truth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
“Cats live for themselves,” - Rudyard Kipling claimed. They aren’t inclined to become attached to others. Unlike dogs, which wag their tails and run up to you for a hug, cats are much more reserved. Their owners can only guess what their furry companions are feeling. It's time to decode all the hidden signals cats give out. If you think your pet acts strangely, don’t worry! Perhaps they just show you their love! So cross your fingers and watch the video until the end. There you will find a useful bonus – how to understand your cat’s emotions by its tail! Here we go: your cat truly loves you if... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are thousands of tips and psychological techniques to help you feel happy. But what if our own body had a say in the matter? Here are some findings from neuroscientists — the people who know exactly when and why your brain can give you the feeling of total satisfaction! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most of the time, we think that being healthy takes a lot of effort, time, and money. But in reality, you can turn your life around and feel healthier simply by incorporating a few new habits into your daily routine. In many cases, the unique properties of food products help your body work better.
Have you ever tried whitening your teeth with strawberries? Yeah me neither. And what if I told you grape juice can heal your migraine? You can also enjoy an extra cup of hot coffee for a healthy gallbladder. As crazy as it all sounds, those are just a few examples of effortless natural life hacks to treat your body right and give yourself the love you deserve. So let’s get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you are one of those people who says “I wish I could stay in bed forever” every morning, I have great news for you. There are people who are willing to pay you $19,000 for just that! Those people are NASA and the European Space Agency. They are looking for brave people to spend over two months in bed “for a better life in space and on Earth”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey, adventure seekers! Looking for a thrilling new activity? How about to climb Mount Everest? But before you pack your bag, you should learn about exactly what it takes to plan a trip to one of the most dangerous climbs in the world. Standing at 29,029 feet high, this rocky summit poses plenty of dangers and challenges that can work against you if you’re not prepared. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Long ago, when giant lizards roamed the Earth and Netflix wasn’t around, the Asian continent got crashed into by an unexpected visitor that ended up being a life-long neighbor. I’m talking about India and its fascinating history since its days as a massive piece of land floating in the ocean! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A lot of you reach for a stick of gum after drinking a cup of coffee or eating some onion-heavy dish. There's nothing abnormal about that. But what if you chewed it every single day for a month? There’s tons of research out there saying that chewing stimulates the flow of saliva, which basically flushes away all the acids produced by bacteria. This makes your teeth stronger and prevents tooth decay.
But that's not all. One study showed that chewing gum can help you lose weight, burn more calories, and even improve your memory! Well, we decided to make sure if it's true. It was an interesting experiment, and there were also some surprises. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey there! Do you like pineapples? Do you usually cut it up into slices, chunks, or rings? But what if I told you that you don't need to do that at all? Surprised? Well, looks like pineapples are not what they seem! You only need a knife to cut off the top of the pineapple – the part with those spiky leaves. Then all that’s left is to pick off separate fruitlets and enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You learn, and you learn, and you learn, and still nothing happens. Why can't you succeed and go further? You just haven't tried the 5-hour rule! It's used by Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, Oprah Winfrey, and even Elon Musk. So if you wanna reach their level, here's what you should do! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Human beings are probably the only creatures in the world that love to be scared. We love horror movies, Halloween, and, of course, we love roller coasters! Oh, that exciting feeling when your stomach is right by your brain and your world flips upside down, and you scream with joy and want more! But what do you know about this attraction?
Have you ever thought, for example, about how it works? You’d imagine these powerful high-speed mini trains have powerful little motors, but it’s wrong. In fact, they move by converting energy! Isn' this amazing? So, right now, you’re about to upgrade from roller coaster fan to expert! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey guys! So, are you already preparing for summer 2019? How is it going? Not happy with your body? Don't worry! Join our live stream right now! We're gonna tell you about some tricks that can help you lose a bit of excess weight fast!
I know, not all people want to go through dieting or an extensive workout. If you wanna skip on the gym and still lose those extra pounds quickly and effortlessly, you seem to be in the right place. You’ll like what we have in store for you – the totally unexpected secret super-effective tips to lose weight that’ll work for even the laziest people. Did you know, for example, that when you sleep in a cool bedroom, your body burns calories to keep you warm during the night? Or that meditation can help you lose weight? Yup! If your food cravings come from stress, they'll quickly go away after a couple of breathing techniques!
But hey! I still recommend watching your nutrition. So those who are not afraid of changing eating habits will find a lot of valuable information in this video! Some of them might seem weird but they do work! What does “weird” mean? Well, you can sniff a banana if you feel hungry or just snap a picture of your meal before eating it! Also, spend more time with people you love. This boosts the level of oxytocin in your body which is known to lower the appetite Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do airports make money? We mean big money. Go behind the scenes to learn the sneaky ways airports are cashing in big time — and it’s not all from those irresistible Cinnabons on every corner.
Take London’s Heathrow Airport. It runs entirely on profit and is a money-making machine, making most of its dough from passengers. Nearly 650 flights come in and out of this airport daily. How many passengers is that a year, you ask? A whopping 78 million! And it takes 1,485,650,000 bucks to run a commercial airport like Heathrow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When we talk about summer, we often think of hot sand, the cold water of the sea, and a good tan. But unpleasant things can occur even on a trip to the beach, and they can really spoil your holiday. Here're some great solutions to these beach problems that will make your vacation pleasant, safe, and fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to deal with puberty? Acne. Crushes. Mood swings. As if growing up weren’t hard enough, as you enter adulthood, you have tons of weird and embarrassing things to face on the daily. For girls, puberty usually hits somewhere between ages 10 and 14; for boys - closer to the ages of 12 to 16. Of course, your genetic makeup and environmental factors can dictate exactly when you’ll start going through puberty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Sahara is the largest hot desert in the world. Located in North Africa, its area is a whopping 3.5 million square miles, which is almost the size of the whole United States! It's a scorching hot place where very few lifeforms can survive. What few people know, however, is that it hasn’t always been like that. Every 41,000 years, the Sahara turns into a savannah grassland thanks to the movement of the Earth’s axis. Its next change of landscape is going to happen 15,000 years from now. But there is an idea that can make this process not just faster but different altogether. It’s called the Sahara Sea project… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to protect your home against thieves? Imagine this: it’s late into the evening, you’re just about to go to sleep, and you hear the kitchen window creak. Footsteps. Someone’s inside, and you’re in a panic. It’s a terrifying situation to imagine, but it can happen to anyone.
Unfortunately, nowadays even your own house can’t be completely safe and protected from intrusion. But if you take care of your possessions, it can help you to save your valuables in the case of a robbery. So here are a few tips on what to do in this scary situation and how you can keep intruders out of your home in the first place! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is it bad for you to stay in swimming pool water for too long? Imagine being stuck in a public pool, unable to get out of the water. “Eh, no biggie,” you say? Well, you might have a change of heart after watching this video!
You might have noticed how, after a good long bath, some of your old skin peels away. If that happens after just an hour or so, what will come of being in the water for a much longer time? After a day or two in the water, your skin will start to form vesicles that will erupt eventually, and your epidermis will literally start to peel away. Definitely doesn’t sound like a good place to be in, right? And believe it or not, it gets worse! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered where our habits and vices come from? An Aries can be pretty impatient, moody, and impulsive, Geminis are affectionate, adaptable, and quite curious about life and the world around them, Leos have natural charisma and charm instantly make them the life of the party anywhere they go! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey you — wish you could afford the new iPhone? How about a trip to the Bahamas? Why is it that no matter how many hours you work a week, you still find yourself sitting at home, eating top ramen, dreaming of a tropical vacation you can’t afford? Turns out, you might be wasting your money on unnecessary things.
For example, what's your way you grocery shop? Even though buying food to make at home is already more economical than eating out all the time, there are definitely things you’re doing at the market that have you spending way more than you have to. So, dry your tears: here are things you can avoid in order to save your money and live more like royalty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all have heard the stereotype that people who wear glasses are smart. According to a study from the University of Edinburgh, there might be some truth to this. According to science, there are many ways a person’s body features can influence on how smart they are. Some are more surprising than others.
Your appearance can reveal all the darkest secrets about your health and character and even your brain power. Of course, this is all just fun science and if you don't have any of these characteristics, this doesn't mean that you're not smart. After all, you're the one responsible for your intelligence, right? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes when you go to buy groceries, you get too excited and throw a little bit of everything in your cart. Fruits and vegetables continue to mature and, unfortunately, you end up throwing away a lot of what you bought because it’s no longer able to be consumed.
Proper food storage can save you money and prevent your fruits and vegetables from decaying quickly. It’s important that you take into account the climate of the place where you live because this can also affect the maturation of food. The more humid and hot the place is, the riskier it is for some vegetables. Here're some helpful tips to make your groceries last and stay fresh and crisp much longer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
History consists of a lot of different events, and some of them are so hilarious and weird that they resemble the plot of a movie or a cartoon. Did you know, for example, that in the 15th-19th centuries, Europeans bought mummies to make medicines out of them? Or that 150 years ago, engineers literally raised Chicago together with all of its buildings and streets by a few feet?
Life is really the best scriptwriter there is! Some historical moments sound crazy, but they are actually true. You think baboon can't work for the railroad? Actually, it can. A baboon named Jack worked at the station for 9 years and never made a single mistake! So guys, here're some craziest stories that ever happened in real life. But pay attention, 'cause one of them is not what it seems... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever thought it’s a good idea to take a nap in the middle of the street? If not, then you’re probably not Japanese. Japan has a 40-hour work week, but most employees voluntarily work overtime, generally extending it to 60 hours. That’s why it’s become normal to take naps right in the workplace or even in the streets. Falling asleep on the job shows that you’re working hard, so some people even fake it to get appreciation! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you completely frank with other people? Okay, everybody lies sometimes. We have different reasons to do that, from a little white lie you tell to protect someone’s feelings to something else less benevolent. But what if there was someone completely and utterly honest about their feelings and thoughts?
What could happen if you reply truthfully to any questions coming your way? Or if you only speak your mind and express your real emotions? How about to become that person for a whole week? Well, sounds like an interesting experiment so let's see what this could look like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to know if people think you're attractive? We all doubt our attractiveness from time to time, seeing more and more flaws every day. But if you think you're not that appealing, it doesn't necessarily mean it's true in the eyes of other people! There are a couple of clear psychological signs that can tell you a lot about your appearance and natural magnetism.
When we see a naturally gorgeous person, we automatically think that they can't have low self-esteem. As a result, we give these people fewer compliments, and that’s simply because we assume they already know how beautiful they are. You look just as outstanding as you think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Feel Better Lifting Your Legs. If you’re looking for an exercise that doesn't require much time and effort but can seriously improve your mood, shake off your tiredness, and provide you with a whole bunch of other health benefits, this one is for you. It’s leg lifting, and the only thing required from you is to do it correctly.
Helping with anxiety, arthritis, headaches, migraines, urinary disorders, menstrual cramps, and menopause are among health benefits of leg lifting. So whatever your health problem is, there's a high chance that leg lifting will be seriously useful in the fight against it. As you get more used to the exercise, you can mix it up with different variations. Try sliding your legs apart into a “V” shape to give a good stretch to your inner thighs, or push your hands against the top inner thighs to stretch the groin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Flirt. Flirting might seem like something overwhelming or awkward, but in fact the more you learn about it and the more you practice it, the better you’ll get at it. It’s normal to be a little nervous around someone you like, but these simple tips can help set you at ease so that you’ll be confident and comfortable and make your crush like you. The key to flirting is balance. Reveal your feelings, but keep the person intrigued and wanting to know more as well. You want them to think about you the way you think about them. You want them to feel special and flattered and comfortable with you.
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How to Make Money if You’re a Kid. It’s never too early to start making some profit and savings, is it? If you’re a kid with an entrepreneurial spirit and you’re looking to make your own money, here are 12 simple and effective ways to do just that. 10-year-old Ryan Kelly, one of the youngest contestants to appear on Shark Tank, has his own dog treat business called Ryan’s Barkery. There’s also Mikaila Ulmer, who took the classic lemonade stand to the next level when she founded BeeSweet Lemonade at just 11 years old. These kids are living proof that in the business world, age ain’t nothin’ but a number! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Keto Diet Menu to Lose Weight Fast. The ketogenic diet has pretty much everything you need to get the body of your dreams in no time. Among the proven health benefits of this diet are weight loss, mental focus, increased energy, controlled blood sugar, stabilized blood pressure, and so many more. While this diet seems like a dream come true, not everyone can follow it. If you have diabetes or high blood pressure and take medication for your condition, the ketogenic diet isn’t for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Lose Weight and Belly Fat Fast. Intermittent fasting (or I.F.) is the most popular weight loss program today. How can you use it to drop a few pounds quickly and get the body of your dreams? Let’s answer the most important question here: is it possible for the human body to endure long hours of fasting on a daily basis? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Grow Taller. Not all of us are naturally tall, and that can be frustrating. If you think there’s nothing you can do about it, you’re fortunately wrong. There are a number of things you can do to up your chances to grow up so that you can reach high shelves, and never have to worry about anyone blocking your view at the movies or concerts. This is especially true for teens and even young adults, since their bodies are still growing. Plus, want to-be-tall people have a few simple tricks up their sleeves to maximize their height. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you have a car? If you do, then this video will show how to take care of it correctly. If you don't, it's still interesting as it's full of cool car tips. For example, I'm gonna share one thing you have to use next time when you fill up your car. Yup, there's something they hide from us at gas stations. Let's get to learn these 21 tricks only professional drivers know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
WARNING! If you see a plastic bottle on your tire, call the police! The total value of all the cars that get stolen in the U.S. every single year is 4 billion dollars. Stealing cars is only becoming that much easier thanks to a new trick car thieves are using these days. How to protect your car and valuables from thieves? It's always better to be forewarned and take preventive measures to protect yourself. For example, why not walk around your car and briefly examine it before every drive? Not only that, there are tons of other ways you can protect yourself and your car from thieves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Get a Boyfriend. Even though we all like to believe that someday love will just come and sweep us off our feet like in all those romcoms, in reality, it rarely goes that way. Fortunately, you can take things under control and follow ten simple tips on how to get a boyfriend. A happy relationship of a lifetime and your one and only might be waiting around the corner – help him find his way to you using some simple tricks. Finding your perfect match takes time, so don't go too fast. You deserve an outstanding boyfriend who will cherish you and know how lucky he is to have you by his side. Never settle for something that feels forced and doesn't make you glow with joy. Do your thing, be yourself, work towards your dreams, and everything else will follow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Deal with Service Dogs. What would you do if a dog wearing some sort of vest randomly approached you without an owner in sight? Pet it, call animal control, or ignore it? Today’s video will certainly teach you a thing or two when it comes to service dogs. These sorts of dogs are totally misunderstood and underestimated. No, they’re not just pets for disabled people, they don’t want your belly rubs or treats, and you absolutely should NOT ignore one if it approaches you without its owner around. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A whopping 94% of all life-forms on Earth are aquatic. Such a huge number of living beings who can't survive without water is understandable. After all, more than 70% of our planet's surface is covered with water. The World Ocean includes the Pacific Ocean, the Atlantic Ocean, the Indian Ocean, and the Arctic Ocean. There's enough water in the oceans to fill a 685-mile-long bathtub! One of the main nagging questions people have been asking for ages is "How deep is the ocean in reality?" Let’s find an answer to it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Use Banana Peels. Next time you eat a banana, hold on before you throw away that seemingly useless peel. A Banana peel is a magical thing that can help you tackle problems with corns, calluses, acne, and even psoriasis. It can even remove that nasty splinter that has been bothering you since this morning. In this video, you’ll learn a bunch of banana tricks to apply this appealing peel so that you'll never want to toss another one again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Use Apple Cider Vinegar. Aside from adding an extra kick to your salads, apple cider vinegar could also replace some of your beauty and health products. Hippocrates, the father of medicine, lauds the health benefits of this light brownish liquid. It can treat sunburn, detoxify your liver, relieve heartburn, exfoliate skin, and remove dandruff as well as a whole bunch of surprising uses you won’t believe it capable of! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The idea of cold showers is chilling, and it’s not a perfect way to start the morning. Yet cold showers provide surprising benefits for our health and well-being! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Get the Most out of Your Flight. Maybe you love to travel by plane, or maybe just the idea makes you clench your teeth in terror, but we bet you didn’t know all of this. It’s time to ask the experts who fly all the time: flight attendants to reveal their secrets and tips on how to make your flight more comfortable and safe. Many of us consider ourselves experts at navigating departures, flights, and takeoffs almost as naturally as we get out of bed in the morning or take a walk around the block. But however experienced you are, learning some of these insights about airplanes can make your flights more pleasant. It might also make the experience better for the pilot and crew of flight attendants who have to do this all day, every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Save Money and Get the Best Quality Products. All we want is safe, fresh, good quality food from the grocery store. A lot of food manufacturers and retailers out there care more about profits, and they’ll do anything to cut costs, even if it means risking your well-being. That’s why we’re here to share some simple life hacks to let you know what to look for to always get the best quality product for your money. With a careful eye for detail and a little bit more effort, you’ll be coming home from the grocery store with only the tastiest, safest, best-quality foods on the shelf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Get Sound Sleep. In case you open your eyes in the middle of the night as you seem to be awake, but can't move even a finger and see dark shadows looming over you that's sleep paralysis, a phenomenon that is not as rare as you think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Fall in Love with Humanity. We all have moments of sadness and joy, and it’s the latter that keeps the world going. Enjoy these 10 heartwarming stories proving that this world is a happy place no matter what. Stories of true friendship, kindness of strangers, finding joy in little things, lying for a good cause, and finding the secret to a happily ever after will inspire you to love and share with people around you. Be a better version of yourself and you’ll see the world transforming for the better, as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Become Happier. Did you know that Nordic countries top the list of the world's happiest people year after year? What is it about their philosophy of life that makes them so content and happy? And can it change the way we see the world too? Let's find out the key elements of Nordic happiness together. Use these simple tips and wisdom to change your own life to the better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Lose Weight and Fix Your Health Problems. The Food Institute recently analyzed data received from the U.S. Bureau of Labor and found that millennials spend 45% of their food budget on eating out. Whether you get it in a drive through or the frozen food aisle, it’s called “junk” for a reason! Yes, it’s fast, it’s tasty, and it satisfies your hunger at least for a little bit, but all that comes at a hefty price: your health and well-being! So let’s see what would happen to your body and what health benefits it would bring you if you finally gave up junk food for good. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Alleviate the Symptoms of Menopause? 48 years old is the average age when women begin to experience the symptoms of menopause. Menopause starts when a woman doesn't have her period for one year. During this time, women may have unpleasant symptoms connected to the hormonal changes in their body. It might seem like something from the distant future, but the truth is, if you know how to get over it early, you can live through this period with comparative ease. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to work up the courage to ask a girl out on a date? It shouldn’t be a chore. But when you factor anxiety into the equation, it’s definitely not as easy as it seems. The feeling of panic when you think about all the things that might go wrong can stop you in your tracks: “What if she says no?“ Don’t worry! There is a way you can prepare for this thing and even improve your chances of her saying yes! Just follow these simple instructions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Get a Boy to Love You. How to make him fall in love with you? How to get in a relationship with the guy of your dreams? There's no magic pill that can make somebody fall in love with you. But there are some things you can do to significantly increase your chances of attracting the boy you like. All you have to do is follow some simple but effective tips that 100% work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is the purpose of an Adam’s apple? Could male nipples lactate? The male body is full of surprises. And if you’re a guy who thinks he knows his body to a T, or a lady who is an expert and knows it all, you’re in for a treat. Here’s a list of impressive (and peculiar) facts about the male body and some odd differences between male and female bodies that you don’t want to miss. Most of these features are hard to believe, yet true. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Understand Your Dog. A dog’s love is undemanding and selfless, and they find numerous ways to express this love. If you learn to recognize some of your dog’s quirks for what they are, you'll start to understand your pet even better. From following you into the bathroom to freaking out as you come home and licking your face – let’s explain the most common dog behaviors in a simple way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Save Your Pet’s Life. It’s probably one of the most horrifying things you can imagine: your beloved fur baby needs emergency medical assistance right now. Whether it’s from choking, massive bleeding, or any other unimaginable situation, sometimes you need to act fast before you head to the vet. That’s why it’s crucial that all pet owners not only have a kit at home with basic emergency medical supplies but also the knowledge on how to administer first aid on their fluffy friend. This video guide will tell you exactly what to do in different types of emergencies when your pet’s in trouble and every second counts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Get Enough Water. Some specialists encourage you to drink no fewer than 8 glasses (or half a gallon) of water a day, and others are sure that you need to drink constantly and as much as your body can accommodate. Some people claim that you need to drink only the amount of water that your body demands. So, how much water do you really need to stay healthy? Let’s find it out together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Write an Abstract. Once you’re done with your academic paper after months of hard work, you’ll also need to create an abstract of your paper, too. Since this writing summarizes and represents your work, you’ll want it to be picture perfect, right? Lucky for you, we’ve put together some tips on writing the best abstract, so pay close attention! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Simply getting into a relationship isn’t the end of the story; it’s the beginning of a whole new chapter, one that comes along with its own trials and hurdles. You have to work hard to stay in a happy and healthy relationship where both partners respect each other and are happy together. Here are some tips and basic guidelines to keep your relationship healthy and flourishing, particularly early on. Some people believe in the concept of a soulmate, the one person you’re destined to be with. And if you find that person, you’ll be happy forever. It could be true, who knows? The most important thing is finding someone who makes you happy, who supports you in your endeavors, and with whom you can share your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Enjoy Life if You’re Single. Who doesn’t want their own happily ever after? Each one of us tries different methods to fulfill this dream. More and more people want to stay single for life, and they have their own version of “happily ever after.” What is the reason behind this dramatic cultural shift? This happens even though we currently live in an interconnected world where you can meet the love of your life through social media or online dating sites. Bright Side will help you unravel this bizarre yet prevalent phenomenon: the rise of singledom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Recognize Protein Deficiency. Protein plays a vital role in the daily functioning of our bodies. If you don’t have enough of it, your body will suffer. According to UN data, around 1 billion people worldwide are protein deficient. How do you know if you’re one of them? You’d better watch out for these 10 signs and symptoms related to protein deficiency so you’ll know when there’s a problem.
To make things clear, when we say “not enough protein,” we mean somewhere under 56 g for men and 46 g for women per day. For kids, it varies from 19 g to 34 g depending on their age. This figure may also vary if you are pregnant or ill. According to the US Department of Agriculture, you can calculate a more specific amount using a simple formula. Try to eat about 0.36 g of protein for every pound of your weight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You’ve probably heard scary stories about the lives of the 25 million people in the reclusive and isolated nation of North Korea. If things are so rough for ordinary people, imagine how hard it must be for those serving in the military! Let’s see what it’s like to be a soldier in the North Korean army. Terrible nutrition, uniforms that injure soldiers, no way to escape and even worse conditions for women who suffer emotionally and physically - things get really tough and even more horrible you could imagine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Protect Yourself from Pickpockets. Even if you’re super careful and attentive, you’re still not 100% protected from pickpocketing. If you don’t want to lose your money and save yourself from falling victim of pickpockets, pay attention to some simple but important tips that can help you save your money and other valuables.
The most popular pickpocketing schemes: "Sandwiching" their victim 3:12 Criminal #1 forces the victim to stop suddenly. They might ask for directions or drop a bag full of groceries, spilling the contents everywhere. Most people will stop to help someone in need. Meanwhile, criminal #2 goes in for the attack. He “accidentally” bumps into the victim, apologizes profusely, and walks away with a stolen wallet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Broaden Your Horizons. In case you think you know everything about our planet and us humans, here’s a surprise for you: the world is so interesting and complicated that you can always learn more about it to get smarter and impress your friends. Pay attention to these 15 amazing shocking facts that’ll completely change the way you see the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Get Enough Sleep for Your Age. People usually think that 7–8 hours of sleep is enough, but that's not always the case. In fact, the number of hours you need to enjoy proper sleep depends and stay healthy depends on your age. Follow some simple rules to restore energy and get the most out of your recharge time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When we need to make dinner or grab a quick snack, we often combine food without thinking much about it. But some popular food combinations can affect your body and even lead to health problems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Stop Procrastinating? How to stop procrastinating on your homework or work? In case you’re always putting off important tasks, and wondering how to be more effective and finally get things done, this video will be your personal guide to the world of successful and highly-efficient people. If you follow some simple tips that will positively transform your life, you’ll get on with it and get things done in no time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7,081,145 views 30 Jun 2018 How to Know if a Guy Likes You. When you like someone and you feel like the feeling is mutual, you want to be sure not to embarrass yourself, right? Fortunately, there are some clear signs a guy likes you that clearly tell he has a crush on you, too. Look out for signals that a guy subconsciously sends that can reveal that he's into you. Even his feet can show you he’s interested in you in more than a friendly way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The best way to stay energetic and active is to sleep well, but sometimes you just don’t have enough time to rest. Here are the simplest and most efficient methods to help you fight off sleepiness and stay energized throughout the day at work or school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Get Rid of Facial Hair. According to statistics, excessive hair in extremely unusual areas like the chest or chin, affects about 5% to 10% of women of all ages. Fortunately, there are simple and cheap alternatives to expensive and painful facial hair removing procedures. So if you’re wondering how to remove unwanted hair for good without pain – this video is just for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What Happens If Plane Doors Open? What if the plane engine fails? What if a bird crashes into my plane? What if the plane flies too high? A lot of people are scared out of their wits each time they fasten their seatbelts on an airplane, even though, you have no real reason to worry about flying. You will certainly feel safe aboard if you know the answers to some common worrying plane questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Get Rid of Facial Hair. According to statistics, excessive hair in extremely unusual areas like the chest or chin, affects about 5% to 10% of women of all ages. Fortunately, there are simple and cheap alternatives to expensive and painful facial hair removing procedures. So if you’re wondering how to remove unwanted hair for good without pain – this video is just for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Date a Girl. In case you’ve found a potential female partner you’d like to date – someone who is either a friend or a casual acquaintance – and you’re ready to move things toward romance you must be wondering how to break the barriers, ask her out and ask her to be your girlfriend. You’ll find out when is the ideal time for a first kiss and what’s the friend zone is all about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each year, more than 15 million Americans fall for phony schemes connected with identity fraud. Nowadays you have to be especially cautious because scammers are using a new trick called "spoofing". This scheme allows identity thieves to create fake emails, phone numbers, or IP addresses so that they can pretend to be someone else in order to get hold of your personal information. A very common fraud scheme is calling people and pretending to be FBI. If you want to check whether or not the number that’s called you is fake, wait for at least 5 minutes. Otherwise, you’ll probably get reconnected to the scammer. If you’re suspicious of a phone call, report it to the police. They may be able to figure out where the call has come from. And please tell your older family members and friends about this fraud, and help them stay safe and informed so that they don’t get taken advantage of by these identity thieves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Find a Lost IPhone. You can probably get a bit panicky if you lose your iPhone or believe that it has been stolen. You’ll want to protect your contacts, phone numbers, photos, songs, in short, a huge part of your life from disappearing. Fortunately, there are several simple ways and useful tricks that can help you to return your missing gadget. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Feel Better Lifting Your Legs. If you’re looking for an exercise that doesn't require much time and effort but can seriously improve your mood, shake off your tiredness, and provide you with a whole bunch of other health benefits, this one is for you. It’s leg lifting, and the only thing required from you is to do it correctly.
Helping with anxiety, arthritis, headaches, migraines, urinary disorders, menstrual cramps, and menopause are among health benefits of leg lifting. So whatever your health problem is, there's a high chance that leg lifting will be seriously useful in the fight against it. As you get more used to the exercise, you can mix it up with different variations. Try sliding your legs apart into a “V” shape to give a good stretch to your inner thighs, or push your hands against the top inner thighs to stretch the groin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Flirt. Flirting might seem like something overwhelming or awkward, but in fact the more you learn about it and the more you practice it, the better you’ll get at it. It’s normal to be a little nervous around someone you like, but these simple tips can help set you at ease so that you’ll be confident and comfortable and make your crush like you. The key to flirting is balance. Reveal your feelings, but keep the person intrigued and wanting to know more as well. You want them to think about you the way you think about them. You want them to feel special and flattered and comfortable with you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Make Money if You’re a Kid. It’s never too early to start making some profit and savings, is it? If you’re a kid with an entrepreneurial spirit and you’re looking to make your own money, here are 12 simple and effective ways to do just that. 10-year-old Ryan Kelly, one of the youngest contestants to appear on Shark Tank, has his own dog treat business called Ryan’s Barkery. There’s also Mikaila Ulmer, who took the classic lemonade stand to the next level when she founded BeeSweet Lemonade at just 11 years old. These kids are living proof that in the business world, age ain’t nothin’ but a number! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Keto Diet Menu to Lose Weight Fast. The ketogenic diet has pretty much everything you need to get the body of your dreams in no time. Among the proven health benefits of this diet are weight loss, mental focus, increased energy, controlled blood sugar, stabilized blood pressure, and so many more. While this diet seems like a dream come true, not everyone can follow it. If you have diabetes or high blood pressure and take medication for your condition, the ketogenic diet isn’t for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Lose Weight and Belly Fat Fast. Intermittent fasting (or I.F.) is the most popular weight loss program today. How can you use it to drop a few pounds quickly and get the body of your dreams? Let’s answer the most important question here: is it possible for the human body to endure long hours of fasting on a daily basis? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Grow Taller. Not all of us are naturally tall, and that can be frustrating. If you think there’s nothing you can do about it, you’re fortunately wrong. There are a number of things you can do to up your chances to grow up so that you can reach high shelves, and never have to worry about anyone blocking your view at the movies or concerts. This is especially true for teens and even young adults, since their bodies are still growing. Plus, want to-be-tall people have a few simple tricks up their sleeves to maximize their height. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
WARNING! If you see a plastic bottle on your tire, call the police! The total value of all the cars that get stolen in the U.S. every single year is 4 billion dollars. Stealing cars is only becoming that much easier thanks to a new trick car thieves are using these days. How to protect your car and valuables from thieves? It's always better to be forewarned and take preventive measures to protect yourself. For example, why not walk around your car and briefly examine it before every drive? Not only that, there are tons of other ways you can protect yourself and your car from thieves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever looked up at the night sky and tried to count all the stars? Good luck with that! Our galaxy, the Milky Way, has about 100 billion stars. Space is amazing! Let's reveal some of the most fascinating space secrets in this video. Astronomers say there might be a labyrinth of lava tubes on the Moon. What is it hiding? And I'll show you the most picturesque sunset you've ever seen: it's on Mars and is painted in hues of orange, red, and yellow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Look in your toilet before using it: these animals might be inside. This video might scare you but it's better to be prepared for 'unwanted guests', right? Here're 7 surprising animals that have crawled out of toilets. Lizards, snakes, rats... what else is on the list? There was even a case of a possum crawling out of a toilet in Australia! These creatures can show up in your toilet. But how do they make it there? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here's a video that'll reveal secrets of the main US landmark. The Statue of Liberty is one of the most recognizable structures in the world. In 1886, the monument wasn't just symbolic. For 16 years, the statue functioned as a fully operational lighthouse! Why doesn't it serve as one now? And one of the secrets I'mm gonna reveal contains a theory suggesting that Lady Liberty might not even be a lady at all... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Last time I went to a public bathroom, I wondered, why bathroom stalls don't go to the floor. It looks like there's no privacy there at all. I've come up with two possible explanations: first of all, they might be easier to clean. Or it's done this way for better air circulation. But I've found out these aren't the only reasons. Here's the answer to this question and 10+ other hidden features of everyday stuff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do bottle caps have those spikes? Why do some drinks taste way better when they're cold? How come sloths are that slow? And why are humans so afraid of bugs? I've gathered the answers to these and other coolest random questions in this video. You'll learn these simple facts about everything for your next conversation with your friends! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If chips is what you prefer as a snack, I've got great news for you! I've prepared some facts I bet you didn't know. For example, have you ever wondered why chips are curved? By the way, that curvy shape we consciously and unconsciously associate with chips has an incredible scientific name. And I'm gonna share it with you! Some more secrets of ordinary things are waiting for you in this video... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Summer is perfect time for vacation. But your home becomes an easy target for burglars when you're away! So how do you protect your home against thieves? Is it time to panic if you find some treats under your doormat? What do you do if you see a USB flash drive sticking out of the wall? Unfortunately, nowadays even your own house can’t be completely safe and protected from intrusion. But here are a few tips and tricks burglars don't want you to know but you should. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here's a portion of refreshing random facts about everything! Something that never gets boring is knowing random facts, as long as they are interesting! If you’ve been looking for some nice ice-breakers or just fun conversation starters, this video is here for you! For example, did you know that it's enough to use a small amount of toothpaste to brush your teeth, the size of a pea? But the ads show that you have to cover the entire toothbrush with paste as a marketing ploy. Let's find out why they do this... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Moon is our neighboring space buddy, but there’s still much we don’t know about this mysterious satellite. Scientists keep making fresh and unusual discoveries that show a whole new picture about the Moon. This video is full of unique Moon facts. You're gonna find out if there is a different time zone on the Moon. Also, you'll learn how many colors the Moon actually has. And if our satellite is actually radioactive... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Bermuda Triangle is one of the most mysterious spots on our planet. It's a region of the North Atlantic Ocean which does not appear on any world maps. But is it just its reputation or the Bermuda Triangle really has a high incidence of disappearances? I've decided to figure out what makes the Bermuda Triangle so mysterious and unique... and I'm ready to share this knowledge with you. Here're the most thrilling facts about the Bermuda Triangle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're looking for wonders, exploring distant planets and discovering unusual natural phenomena. But one of the most fascinating wonders is right in the mirror - it's our body. I've gathered the most exciting body facts for you! For example, did you know that there're more nerve cells and connections in your brain than there're stars in the Milky Way? Another fascinating body fact is that you can physically see your nose, but the brain chooses to ignore it. How is it possible? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What can be more soothing and relaxing than a hot bathtub filled with bubbles? Very few people don't like taking a bath... But what if you became a Mer-Man and spent a month in a bathtub? Let's take a look at the potential of human evolution in water. Your skin will change, you'll have different sleep cycles. Even your diet will change significantly! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let's turn the imagination on! You're sitting in a local coffee shop on Mars and hear the news: there's a huge creature in space. What if the giant Kraken lived in space? How would it survive there? And what if you were to face it right in space? I invite you on an unusual space adventure you'll never forget! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you've ever had your flight delayed for several hours, you know how annoying and tiring it is. You have to wait for your plane much longer than you've expected... But imagine being stuck at the airport for 18 years in a row! Well, one man didn’t have to imagine at all because that’s exactly what happened to him. His name was Mehran Karimi Nasseri and he spent a total of 18 years at the airport. How was it possible? And what did he do there? Here's his true story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you see these QR codes right next to a parking meter, don't scan them! Many experts warn about randomly scanning QR codes off the streets. It may lead to scam websites where people can take your information and bank details and gain access to your credentials. The people behind this scam can then access your account and take out as much money as they want. I'm gonna tell you everything about this tricky scam and explain how to protect yourself online. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Criminals regularly invent new tricky scams to be able to steal any car. The only way to protect your car from being stolen is to stay alert and well-informed and follow some essential safety tips. Here're hints and tips to avoid your car being stolen. For example, if you see a padlock on your car, you might find a note attached with a number for you to call. The number is for a nearby scammer or thief, hoping you'll call so they will charge you to remove the lock. What happens next? I'm gonna reveal this and other tricky scams! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ahhh, I should’ve been the one opening the program by saying that. Why? Helloo! Here stands the greatest photographer of all times. You? No way. Oh really? I always take out my camera when we go on a trip, remember? I take photos, too! … with my phone… but I’m not claiming to be the best photographer ever. I guess that’s why you always choose the photos I take for your profile pictures. I’m not even using social media properly. But I’ll admit yours are better than mine. I never thought you were so into it. When did you start exactly? To be honest, I didn’t use to be so into it. Around 5 years ago, I found my beautiful rollei 35mm from one of the boxes in the attic. It turned out it was from my uncle. Hmm, It is one of those film cameras right? Yeah. Since then, I’ve been trying to keep his legacy alive. Oh, What a great thing to do! I respect this a lot. Keep it going, buddy! Thank you! That’s why I’m SO excited about what we’ll be talking about today. I’ve got some interesting stories for today. Since you’re “the greatest photographer of all times”, now I’m not so sure if you haven’t heard these stories before. I want you to enjoy them as much as our listeners. I’m curious what you’ve also got to tell us. Even if I’ve heard them, it’s fine. I can talk about cameras and photos till morning. For today, I’ve got one story that will blow your mind, too. Only one? I was expecting more from you. Well, believe me you won’t need more because it has been puzzling even historians worldwide for years. If it’s an unsolved mystery, maybe we can solve it today! Go on please. Then, let’s go back in time a little. Around 100 years ago in the Russian Empire, photography was not something unusual. But it was definitely something that only wealthy people could effort. True. There’s this city called “Krasnoyarsk” in Siberia. Like every other city, it also has some postcards with some local buildings. Everything was fine for some time. But after a while, people noticed something in these postcards. Aha? There’s a small figure standing. In some photos, it’s really hard to notice her while she is quite obvious in the others. So,some researchers started investigating. First they zoomed in and improved the quality of the pictures to see what this figure looks like. How does she look? They guessed it was a 10 year old girl, appearing in almost the same clothes and standing with the same posture in every single photo! She’s always wearing a white coat and a wide brim hat. Her hair is quite long and braided over her left shoulder. Hmm. If she looks almost the same in every photo, maybe they took all the photos on the same day? Yeah, some people also guessed this. In each photo she looks the same but actually with a little change as well. If you take a closer look, you’ll see her hats and boots are different. For those who wonder; you can type “phantom girl of siberia” and check out the photos. Let’s see if you could find other differences in her clothes. I want to see her too. Wait a second. I already printed out the photos for you. Here, have a look [passes the photos to him.] But the fact that she is never ever smiling in these photos makes it even more enigmatic!
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You know what I’ve been thinking lately? Here we are again! Tell me what’s on your mind? I feel like going to REALLY cold places. You? I give you only 3 days and you’d eventually end up going to Hawaii. This time I mean it because I’m very inspired by those beautiful birds in tuxedos. By what? I mean.. by penguins. Ahh, aren’t they so cute?! They look like gentlemen wearing suits shambling around. Hah. Where does this penguin love come from? You know it’s not like adopting a dog. Yeah. That’s why I’m like “I should get to them.” And? I’ve been checking my possibilities for Antarctica! Uhmm. Okay things are getting a bit crazy right now. You know there are countries like Peru, Chile where you could see them. Does going to Antarctica sound more possible to you than going to South America? Yes. Because I’ve actually found a job vacancy in Antarctica. Uk Antarctic Heritage Trust announced that they’re looking for somebody who will be counting Gentoo Penguins in Antarctica and working in the souvenir shop at the same time! Hahah. Man, I’m sorry but I can’t imagine you doing that. Well okay at some point there are difficulties like having no time zone and cleaning penguin poop and- What? Cleaning penguin poops? Hahah. Wow, that is the dream job! And some personal hygiene issues... Don’t tell me you won’t have water to wash your hands. No no. I just remember reading something like “You’re lucky if a cruise ship docks nearby because that’ll be the only way for you to take a.. proper shower.” Wow what a relief.. Hahah. Yeah, also I won't have to pay my bills or any rent. There are like 2 ATMs though. I think I can survive for 6 months. What would you need the atms for? Are you gonna be going to the clubs with your penguins? It doesn’t sound so bad! I would come to Antarctica only to witness this! You know there’s a lot more to witness rather than my catchy dance moves with my penguins in Antarctica. Let me enlighten you a little bit more about it. Maybe you’ll change your mind eventually. I’m cleaning my dog’s poop and that’s quite enough for me already. But let’s hear what you’ll say. We can say that this coldest place ever can have temperatures as low as -128 ºF. So humankind didn’t really have a lot of attempts to discover it fully. It’s amazing how living beings survive in this eternal cold. And there’s a part we can’t even witness. The ice covering the continent hides a lot of things. Even today, scientists keep different creatures that don’t resemble any other living being. According to some legend, below this ice there might be a hidden city. The lost city of Atlantis.
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Put on your swimsuits guys! Finally, summer is on the horizon! I can’t be the only one who’s “excited” this much about it right? Hey! Don’t mislead people. It’s still early for swimming. You’re definitely not the only one enjoying the warm weather already though. People are outside.. having a picnic.. taking Vitamin D for their bodies. See? It shouldn’t be that early to swim for some! Yeah not that early if you wanna get sick. It’s warm enough already. Can’t you hear all these bird songs, see those green trees and the sweat on my forehead? If I should be happy that you’re sweating, then I will be. But only if you remember to wear some deodorant. Ha-ha. [a bit annoyed] Okay.. okay. I know you’ve been looking forward to it since your body functions like a solar panel. It does indeed! How about you? Hmm.I’m okay with the warm weather but I should confess at some point when it’s really hot, you can’t make me go out before 6 p.m. So you prefer to be a night owl instead of enjoying the beach and the sea? Let’s say I “have to” prefer this. Even my body doesn’t react so well. I go red immediately. What’s the point of stewing outside, when you have an air conditioner at home? Then you don’t need to worry about my topic today. It’ll give you an air conditioning effect or maybe a “freezer” would be a better word to use. Hmm. I’m not sure what exactly you chose but I’m all ears. Let me tell you first how I chose it; so, there’s no doubt the sun is so crucial for living beings like me. You know, lately I have this appetite of going to cold places with almost no proper sun. True that, Mr. Antarctica. So It made me think how much I would survive without the sun. what would happen in the long term. Yeah, all this time we’ve been talking about unique species living all in darkness in the caves and dark places in some parts of the world. Do you think we’d evolve into something else? If we could survive, maybe. Today I’ll focus on this hypothetical situation and tell what it would be like to live on Earth without the Sun. Okay, let’s hear that. So, The sun is the closest star to our planet and of course our life exists thanks to it. Yeah. The sun beams make it warm enough for organisms to develop and live on. For example; take plants. They convert the solar energy into chemical one and produce oxygen for us. Yeah that’s why I’m one of those plant maniacs who adopt one when they go out. I’m in love with them! If we should remember; nothing, literally nothing in the Universe can travel faster than light, so let’s say if the Sun disappeared, it would take 8 minutes for this good news to reach us. Why 8 minutes exactly? Because the sun is 8 light min. away from the Earth. It is the distance that light can travel in a min. I feel so strange that I’m the one giving all these scientific facts but not you. Hahah. I’m just waiting for my turn. But to put it in a more solid example;If 65 million light years away, there were some advanced creatures with some powerful telescopes, they would be able to see dinosaurs, right? Exactly! After this escape; even the Sun’s gravitational pull on our planet would continue for 8 minutes though. So does that mean it would continue orbiting? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hello to all of you from a typical day. No! Let’s say another day full of adventure! Ahh buddy I've just come back from the bank. I wouldn’t call it an adventure but I do like the people who work there. It’s just .. you know something you do everyday. So everything is quite predictable. Yeah if you’re always in that “routine” fair enough! Isn’t it also difficult to get out of that “routine” when you have these certain things to do tho? I’d agree with this. But partly. We can actually try simple things even in this cycle. Like? Like taking a different road to work or gazing at different things around you. True. Does it ever happen to you like “oh has it always been here?” All the time. Sometimes I turn off my senses so much that I don't pay attention to something I actually see everyday. Then I’m like “oh that’s very new to me” Even if they’re not so new to us, sometimes we learn to understand the reality between some things. Yeah there are so many things we use everyday or simply pass by but are we really sure about their true purpose? Today we might surprise you about this. Shall we begin? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is tea good or bad for your health? Maybe you got into the habit of drinking tea every day without really knowing what it does for you, and now you aren’t sure whether you should continue. Before you make any changes, here’s a chance for you to find out how a simple thing like stopping drinking tea can cause drastic changes in your weight, how well you sleep, your energy levels, and your digestive system.
For example, when you fill up your belly with tea, it means there’s less space in your stomach for late-night snacks and fatty foods. Tea affects so many systems in our bodies. If you pick your tea according to your needs, you will have access to a multitude of health benefits. There are over 3,000 types of tea, and there’s bound to be a perfect tea for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you ever have trouble falling asleep thanks to your partner’s loud snoring? Better yet, have you ever been woken up by your own snoring? Despite what you may think, snoring is completely natural and almost everyone does it. We snore because our throats become very relaxed when we are in deep sleep and it starts to move. However, severe snoring can cause insomnia, disrupt our sleeping patterns and irritate the people around us.
Here at Bright Side, we’ve collected some information about some natural remedies that stop snoring and prevent more serious problems such as insomnia, weight gain, and anxiety from arising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When we say our actions are a result of only our own decisions, we lie a bit. Our brain is constantly tricking us, impairing our perception of reality. Are you one of the many people who wonder why they get their best ideas in the shower? The answer to this eternal question might seem confusing as it’s one of a number of paradoxes you've probably never thought about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the benefits of eating eggs? Do you wanna know what eating just one boiled egg a day will do for you? We're about to tell you about that!
In fact, this product is balanced by nature itself. It contains a whole slew of vitamins and important elements. Egg yolk contains healthy fats that help cells function properly, and this includes the ones in your immune system. With a boost in your immunity, you’ll see yourself getting sick a lot less often! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You obviously know that going to bed too late, smoking, and eating too much is unhealthy for you. But sometimes even the most harmless habits can present danger to our health. Did you know you could end up in the hospital if you stifle your sneeze? Or that chewing gum can make you feel less focused? Or that while reading in bed, you’re putting your eyes and spinal cord?
Bright Side has compiled a list of habits that seem harmless but actually pose great danger to our health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Once upon a time, coconut water was only to be found in health stores. Now, this drink is so mainstream that it can be purchased from almost every grocery store.
If you’re in the habit of chugging down a sports drink before or after working out, then here’s a better option for you! Sports drinks are usually packed with sugar, but you can find coconut water with a very low sugar content and get the same benefits that you would from a sports drink. Coconut water is designed to replenish the nutrients lost from sweating and physical exertion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you know why successful people are early risers? By taking time in the morning, they’re able to take care of their bodies physically and prepare themselves mentally for the day. Their early routine allows them to establish daily goals and avoid following a monotonous routine at work
Maybe you once had to wake up before 6 a.m. for an early flight and think you could never do it regularly. But trust us — it’s totally worth it! This habit can be the wake-up call you need to get out of a monotonous routine. It can make you more self-aware and increase your confidence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can you eat just one meal a day? The human body can survive without a bite of food for up to 3 weeks. Of course, it’s a different story with water; you wouldn’t last more than 3 or 4 days without it! You and I both know that people are expected to eat 3 full meals a day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Depending on how filling those meals are, you may squeeze in a few snacks here and there. It usually takes about 4 hours after each meal for your belly to start making those too-often-than-not embarrassingly monstrous growls, reminding you that it’s time for your next meal!
But with different diets and fasting gaining popularity, I couldn’t help but wonder what would happen to my body if I ate just one meal every day for 30 days. I did it, and here’s what I got out of it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most people don't even think about the possibility of being kidnapped. But there's a slim chance that it may happen to you. This experience is likely to be very traumatic. But if you know how to behave, the chances are high that you will come out of it unharmed.
Let's imagine that criminals managed to get to you. Remind yourself that most victims of kidnappers survive their ordeal. Staying positive will help you not to lose heart. And this is the first and main step toward freedom. Remain calm, and don't threaten your captors. Be cooperative, and don't show any signs of aggression. So, do you want to find out how to deal with a kidnapping situation? Then watch our new video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the benefits of practicing silence? Did you know that we speak about 16,000 words per day? Of course, these numbers vary depending on your job, how many people you live with, and how many people you interact with every day. But still, the enormous amount of information going through our brains at any given moment! So sometimes we just need some peace, and that’s where practicing silence comes in.
It can be a frightening experience at first. People think that being bound to silence for a while means losing the ability to communicate. In reality, being silent for a few days can give you a feeling of liberation you might never have experienced before. It can also lead to a stronger connection to yourself and offer you a genuine sense of peace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to start your day right? What do we all do in the morning? Jump out of bed because we slept through our 5 alarms, watch some TV as the coffee’s brewing, grab a bagel, and run out the door. But some of the most common morning habits are actually really bad for you!
For example, when you open your messages before you've even washed your face, you mess up your priorities. You concentrate on that stack of tasks that have accumulated in your inbox. And your attention switches from really important morning activities, such as having a meal or taking a shower, to work responsibilities. Attend to your personal needs first and only then pay attention to your other tasks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who was thought to be a witch in the Middle Ages? If you're an adult independent woman and don't have any additional financial support, this would’ve qualified you as a witch several centuries ago. But it was considered a bad sign for both men and women to be too poor. Homeless people and beggars were often accused of being witches. Anybody who didn't like people wandering around the neighborhood asking for food and money could rat them out to the authorities as witches.
So has it ever come to your mind that you’d make a great witch? Let's check whether people in the 17th century would’ve agreed with you. These signs will show if your impersonation of Maleficent is justifiable! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to deal with teens? Being a parent isn’t easy, especially when your child reaches puberty. And adolescence is no walk in the park for teens either! That’s why this can be a turbulent time for both parties involved. What can make the situation better and help you both come out with your relationship intact is if parents avoid saying the following things to their kids.
Do you know, for example, that what looks like a harmless compliment can actually do some real psychological damage in a teen? Dr. Timothy Gunn, a licensed clinical psychologist, says that these sorts of compliments put extra pressure on your child, making them afraid that if they do something wrong, you'll see that they're not so smart, talented, and pretty after all. As a result, they often avoid risky situations because of a fear of failure! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is there a person in your life you simply can't crack? Just ask them out for a meal! According to experts, our food preferences, the way we eat, and how we behave during mealtime reveal a lot about our character.
Our eating habits are highly instinctual and even if we try to fake them, the real ones will reveal themselves in the end. All you need to do is carefully look at the way someone eats to reveal a few of their character traits. Bright Side would like to present 9 of the most common eating styles that speak volumes about our personality and show even more about our behavioral patterns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is mold inside your home bad for your health? Mold growing on fruit and bread is easy to see, but mold growing in your home isn’t obvious at all. If you’re feeling unwell and showing a variety of symptoms you can’t explain, it’s worth learning whether mold could be causing your bad health. It wouldn’t be a surprise since a hidden mold problem is common in many homes.
If you’re unsure whether there’s mold in your home, think about whether you usually feel better at work or when you’re out doing chores. That can be a tell-tale sign that your home is secretly an unsafe environment. Mold can wreck your health, so be wary, folks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to stop stomach growling? It can be really embarrassing! Maybe you’re supposed to present a project at work, but everyone’s distracted by the racket coming from your gut. You might think a snack will make it stop, but the solution isn’t always to reach for food.
The good news is that a loud stomach is usually benign and an easy fix. For example, a 2008 study conducted at the University Hospital of Heidelberg found that walking after a meal was more successful than other presumed methods of aiding digestion because it makes the food move through the stomach faster. Silencing your stomach can involve a bit of trial and error, but one of these tips can be of help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to get rid of sleep problems? When was the last time you had a really great night’s sleep? Yesterday? Last year? When you were a child? Anything from body pain to your sleeping position to your emotions can disrupt your sleep cycle, causing you to wake up fatigued. So what’s the answer?
Choose a set time to get up every morning and a time to head to bed. Try to follow this routine even during the weekends so that you don’t confuse your inner clock. This is a great way of fighting insomnia since your body will biologically begin to shut down come bedtime. It follows that, psychologically, your mind will also begin to calm down so that you fall asleep as soon as you’ve wrapped yourself in the blankets. Do you want to learn the other important tips that will make perfect sleep a reality? Then watch the video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered what would happen if you stopped washing your hair? Washing our hair regularly is the basic hygiene tip we all know from childhood. Obviously, there aren't that many people who are willing to test it on themselves but, thankfully, experts already have an idea of how your hair would react to this bold experiment.
Well, the first couple of days of your experiment would introduce you to an all-natural hair moisturizer known as sebum. As you let your scalp deal with everything on its own, your hair follicles would start producing more sebum just to make sure that your hair is properly hydrated. As a result, your hair would become greasy and oily. Wanna know the other details? Then watch the video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to stop receiving spam messages. Are you looking for a super discounted luxury watch or bag that you can only buy today at one particular store? But then again, it’s not like you really need any special deals now that you’ve won the lottery and are one step away from a new life! If any of this sounds familiar to you, you must be one of millions of people worldwide that receive spam.
There are apps for everything these days, and filtering spam is no exception. Most services basically set up a smarter filtering system for your email after you give them the address. These filters will adjust to your own preferences. Some apps also let you report these no-good spammers to internet providers in order to stop their activity. If you want to find out more, watch our new video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Does shaving your hair make it grow back darker and thicker? Since childhood, we’ve been reading and hearing a lot of "facts," the truthfulness of which we never doubted. However, many of them are artifice. There are so many false myths we spread from day to day that it’s about time the world of science created an entirely separate department dedicated to myth debunking! Otherwise, people will continue believing that the sun is yellow, beer makes you gain weight, and that it’s not harmful to rinse your mouth out with water after brushing your teeth.
Bright Side recalled and destroyed 11 common misconceptions. Watch this video to learn about how some of the most acceptable “facts” are completely untrue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You're doing your best to build a lasting relationship and when you don't succeed, you blame yourself for the failure. But the truth is that you just might not be ready to fall in love right now! Here are 10 signs showing that could be the case.
For instance, if you’re not over your ex, it can hold you back and even mess up your timing in subsequent relationships. Even if you’re sure that you're ready to start anew, deep down your heart might still be broken. Take some time off to learn your lesson and recover. Let yourself grieve, but remember that you will get better eventually. Time really does heal all wounds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you really carrying excess fat? Perhaps you’re a lot thinner than you think! Anything from bloating, to your clothes, to psychological factors might make you believe that you’re heavier than you actually are. Watch the video to find out the likely culprits that could be making you look pudgy despite your healthy weight.
According to a 2010 study at University College London, our perception of our body size tends to be distorted. In fact, our brain usually sees our body as up to two-thirds bigger than it actually is! So, it’s best to stick to the facts, know what your ideal body weight is, and watch out for the foods that might make you appear bloated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
According to FBI statistics, around 1.5 million burglaries took place in the US alone in 2017. But is there a way to protect your home from burglars if you can’t afford an expensive security system? Bright Side has collected simple yet effective tips that will help you protect your home and even discourage thieves from breaking into your property.
One of the popular way to enter a property is through first-floor windows. FBI reports show that around 23% of burglars in the US choose this way of entering homes. That’s why you should consider installing grilles if you live on the first or second floor. Don’t forget that you should have an escape route in case of an emergency, so buy grilles that can be unlocked. If you want to know what other ways to protect your home are, watch the video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the benefits of practicing silence? Did you know that we speak about 16,000 words per day? Of course, these numbers vary depending on your job, how many people you live with, and how many people you interact with every day. But still, the enormous amount of information going through our brains at any given moment! So sometimes we just need some peace, and that’s where practicing silence comes in.
It can be a frightening experience at first. People think that being bound to silence for a while means losing the ability to communicate. In reality, being silent for a few days can give you a feeling of liberation you might never have experienced before. It can also lead to a stronger connection to yourself and offer you a genuine sense of peace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to start your day right? What do we all do in the morning? Jump out of bed because we slept through our 5 alarms, watch some TV as the coffee’s brewing, grab a bagel, and run out the door. But some of the most common morning habits are actually really bad for you!
For example, when you open your messages before you've even washed your face, you mess up your priorities. You concentrate on that stack of tasks that have accumulated in your inbox. And your attention switches from really important morning activities, such as having a meal or taking a shower, to work responsibilities. Attend to your personal needs first and only then pay attention to your other tasks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In case you’re looking for an effective simple diet that works 100% of the time and helps you get the perfect beach body in no time, here it one. The 13-day Astronaut’s Diet can help you accelerate your metabolism and slim down in no time at all. You will see guaranteed results when it comes to weight loss and good health. Thanks to the high amount of protein you'll be consuming, this diet contributes to rapid weight loss without harming your muscles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's normal to feel nervous if you're about to undergo an operation. Unfortunately, numerous urban legends exist about how things can go wrong during surgery. Such myths don't have any grounds, but they can escalate your anxiety. One such fear makes people wonder what will happen if they wake up when an operation is in progress.
People usually receive general anesthesia before major surgery. It relaxes muscles and puts patients to sleep. Therefore, nobody feels the pain of the operation. Waking up during surgery is called anesthesia awareness, and it is an extremely rare occurrence. According to the American Society of Anesthesiologists, only one person out of 10,000 wakes up from general anesthesia before an operation is finished. And if we speak about high-risk surgeries, this number drops to one in 40,000 patients. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to improve your skin health? You try to be diligent and wash your face each and every day. But some of the things you’re probably doing during your daily face-washing regimen could actually be hurting your skin!
Remember that it takes your skin 28 days to renew itself. So if you start using these tips right away, don’t expect results overnight. Also, if you’re looking for a healthy glow from within, consider drinking more water and eating healthier foods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to look flawless with the help of simple, everyday items? We spend tons of money on the perfect foundation, highlighter, and other beauty products. But the truth is that your house is already filled with everything you need to look bomb 24/7!
Do you love the look of long, thick eyelashes? You don't have to go to a beauty salon — just use some baby powder! Starting by coating your eyelashes with a single layer of mascara, and then apply baby powder onto them with a Q-tip. After that, apply another layer of mascara, and voilà! Do you want to find out any other tricks? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What will our future be like ten years from now? There are numerous inventions in laboratories and research think-tanks at the present time that we will become aware of within the next ten years. But some of them are already known as planned. Concrete will be replaced, our clothing will change, we'll also see big changes in transportation. What else will the future bring?
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Have you ever noticed how when you’re stargazing two nights in a row at the same time, let’s say 9 p.m., the stars stay in the same place, but the Moon doesn’t? I've learned the reason for this phenomenon and I'm ready to share it with you! I'll also tell you what exactly happens to the light after it disappears inside of a black hole. Here're 10+ cool space facts you probably haven't thought about! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is that bad to sleep with wet hair? In your hurry to jump into a cozy bed after a long-awaited shower, you often don’t notice that your hair hasn’t dried. If you did that once, you needn’t worry too much as it won’t do you any harm. But don’t rush into the habit of sleeping with wet hair without considering the possible dangers this habit may lead to!
One of them is headaches. Yes, there is a connection. Sleeping with wet hair can easily cause a migraine. When you are in the second sleep phase, your body is becoming warmer while your wet hair is cooling it down. That is how a migraine appears! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would happen if you stopped going outside? Human beings aren’t biologically designed to be cooped up. People need to see the sun, be with nature, and stretch their legs. So if you’re stuck at home for a year or you’re a homebody and wish you never had to leave, you can bet you would undergo a dramatic transformation!
First of all, your mental health will take a toll. Someone who stays indoors for a year would lose interest in the things they once cared about and feel sluggish and depressed almost every day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You don’t need to be a clairvoyant to read people’s minds. If you wanna read others like an open book, all you gotta do is pay attention to their body language. It’s essentially all the ways you express yourself, aside from the actual words you speak. Nonverbal cues are so important in all kinds of situations! For instance, they can make or break a business deal and really come in handy on a first date! Being able to tell if others have the wrong intentions simply through their body language could even help save your life one day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You might have learned in elementary school that when you sneeze, you should cover your mouth to avoid spreading germs. But it’s possible that no one ever told you what would happen if you kept the sneeze in. It turns out, the simple habit of holding in a sneeze can wreak havoc beyond belief on your body!
According to The Cleveland Clinic, sneezing can send mucus flying at a rate of up to 100 mph. Picture that for a second, and you’ll get an idea of the power a sneeze carries. So, when you stifle it, what happens? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The human body is a very complicated mechanism full of unsolved conundrums. However, some of its mind-blowing abilities are already known. Do you know, for example, why newborn babies are very strong for their size and weight, or how men's breasts can produce milk? So do you wanna know the biggest secrets your body keeps? Bright Side would like to tell you about a few amazing things our bodies are capable of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why does your phone battery die so fast? These days, owning a smartphone means constantly searching for a socket thanks to the battery running out so quickly. Sometimes it’s not even enough for one day. You might blame the manufacturer, but the sad truth is that the main problem here is operator error.
Did you know, for example, that charging your phone fully is actually bad for your battery? Or that every notification you get sucks the life out of it? So, Bright Side found out the reasons why your phone’s battery decreases so quickly. Check if it is you who "influences" the battery level. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are your plans in life? Oh, what a tricky question! But there are some things a person should do by the age of 30. After 30, we finally get a feeling of awareness and independence and understand our aspirations and true wishes. However, in order to make your dreams come true and get the maximum success in all spheres of life, it’s worth learning some necessary things. We at Bright Side chose 13 necessary things that every person should do by the age of 30. Don’t miss our bonus at the end — it will reveal 4 simple steps to happiness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
All kids are a joy to be around, but Japanese children are some of the most polite, friendly, and well-behaved you’ll ever meet. They don’t let their feelings run wild. In Japan, you’ll rarely meet a child who’s crying in the supermarket (though there are always exceptions to the rule).
Bright Side thinks that we ought to learn some upbringing tricks from Japanese parents. So we’ve collected the main principles of raising children in the Land of the Rising Sun. So if your parenting rules aren’t doing the trick, maybe give these tips a try! If it works for people in Japan, it might just work for you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to prevent mosquito bites? On a hot summer day, outdoor activities can be ruined by mosquitoes. These little guys can spoil every holiday, especially if you taste especially sweet! Research has proven that mosquitoes can rapidly learn and remember the smells of hosts, and that’s what makes some people more preferable than others. Bright Side found 8 natural yet super effective remedies to keep mosquitoes away from your body. Try them instead of reaching for more chemical sprays!
Did you know, for example, that mosquitoes just hate garlic smell? So one of the easiest ways to make sure that mosquitoes will never fly in your direction is to eat some garlic! When you consume at least one clove, garlic oil releases from your pores, creating a powerful barrier between your skin and mosquitoes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to increase your productivity? Everybody has probably had moments in their life when their pile of tasks didn't want to decrease. But there is one method that can help you solve this problem once and for all! It's called “1-3-5.”
The main idea of this method is that during the day, you can do one big and important thing, 3 medium and less crucial things, and 5 small and much less important things. Thousands of people all over the world have already tried the “1-3-5" rule, claiming that this method has had a great impact on their productivity. Let's have a look at this intriguing approach! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How much water should you drink? All humans need water to survive. In fact, two-thirds of your body is comprised of the stuff. While drinking water is undoubtedly part of your daily diet, there are ways it can actually be harmful. You may be drinking it incorrectly all the time without even knowing it.
Do you drink water while you’re on the go, standing, walking, and even running? This easy habit can wreak havoc on your body! Specifically on your body’s filtration system, aka your kidneys. Do you drink water immediately after a big meal? That's not good for your body either! So, guys, we're going to tell you about how to get the most from your water intake! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered why your classes are so long? If you’re sitting in class, bored out of your mind, wondering who came up with the idea of making the lesson so long, you’re about to find out!
Some people claim that 9-year-old children, for example, can concentrate for an hour. However, according to The Washington Post, physiologically, after just 20 minutes of sitting, the brain starts to receive less oxygen and glucose, which decreases concentration. We're about to tell you how class duration was determined and about the intense debate surrounding class timings, which started centuries ago and is still raging! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What happens if you stop washing your face? You wake up in the morning, head to the bathroom, and give your face an energizing and refreshing wash. But what if you skipped that part of your daily routine for a whole month? Would your face get greasy and red with pimples? Or would it be quite the opposite?
Do you know that there are cultures and places around the world where women don’t wash their faces at all because there is no running water? Still, they have beautiful and clean skin with no traces of acne or breakouts. Can you do that too? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you been experiencing strange symptoms like fatigue, mood swings, and trouble sleeping? If so, it’s a good time to give it some thought since too much estrogen could be responsible. Estrogen is the primary female hormone responsible for the development and regulation of the reproductive system. It establishes gender characteristics like underarm hair, the growth of the breasts, and the menstrual cycle.
Estrogen is one of those hormones you don’t think about until there’s something wrong, but it can affect your body so you should know what to do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you afraid of flying? Or maybe you’re really fascinated with aviation? Then there are all kinds of questions running through your mind. Like what would happen if a bird flew into a plane’s engine? Or if the pilot can do us all a solid and fly around that terrifying turbulence!
Did you know that pilots sometimes take naps while flying the plane? Actually, not all countries feel the same way about this. In the US, for example, it’s illegal for pilots to take naps, but in the UK, controlled naps are allowed. It's kinda shocking, right? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can a human survive by consuming only fruits? What would happen to your mood and wellness? No processed food, no vegetables, no meat. Exclusively fruit.
A diet that consists entirely of fruit is called fruitarianism. If you follow this diet, you can eat sweet fruit and fruit with seeds (cucumbers, olives, tomatoes, avocados, and so on). Some people also say that you can allow yourself some seeds and nuts every now and then. But after choosing this way of life, you'll have to say no to cooked food and grains and avoid animal products. Naturally, you'll have to say no to all those delicious things like pizza, cakes, and French fries. How does that sound? Are you ready to give such a diet a try? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to know if someone doesn't like you? Figuring out exactly how somebody feels about you is not always easy. But even though people can fake a smile and talk sweet talk, their body language and behavior never lie! Today we're going to tell you about all the main red flags that clearly show that someone secretly can't stand you.
Have you ever noticed, for example, that some people never look in the eye? If you and the person you’re talking to lack it, your connection is obviously not as good as you may think. They're afraid that you'll see their true feelings in their eyes, so they try to hide them as much as possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do people make a wish at 11:11? If you happen to glance at a digital watch or clock and it’s exactly 11:11, make a wish before the time changes! Your wish will come true only if you catch this time by chance. The origin of this superstition isn’t quite clear. It might be connected with this number sequence’s symmetry that, according to New Age philosophers, has mystical powers!
Even those who don't consider themselves particularly superstitious can give in to the temptation to wish upon a shooting star or birthday candles. But do you know why people started wishing on these things in the first place? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey guys, listen up! Looking to impress the ladies? It might be easier than you think. Grab a baby, grow a beard, snag a red suit, and let’s get things sizzling!
According to a study, we need only one-fifth of a second after taking a look at someone to fall in love. After that, euphoria-inducing chemicals are released in the brain and affect 12 areas of it. Bright Side has discovered what actions or features of men can attract women immediately. You may disagree with some points, but remember that they are backed by science. Are you ready to learn the truth? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's considered that not only does hugging feel good, it also has many positive effects on our mind and body. This phenomenon has long been studied and proven by scientists. But while most humans are totally cool with dishing out hugs all day, many people feel very uncomfortable doing it. Actually, they hate touching other people in general.
So, what makes a person not want to be touched? And how can you spot this kind of person so that you don’t scare them away with a warm embrace? Believe it or not, the reasons may be more deeply rooted than you think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Homemade natural drinks are known for helping solve any possible problem, from weight gain to acne. But with so many recipes out there, it can be pretty overwhelming! But don’t worry, these 5 easy-to-make drinks are all you need!
Do you wanna lift your mood up and increase your energy levels? Use bananas and oatmeal! Suffer from headaches and migraines? Watermelon, cucumbers, and honey can help you! Shiny, healthy, and thick hair is your dream? The best way to get it is drinking the tomato, carrot, and cucumber juice! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The idea of building one large, modern airport that would handle most of the flights in Berlin was met with enthusiasm. This airport was supposed to become the third biggest airport in Germany, after Frankfurt and Munich. But the opening has been put off several times and is already almost 3,000 days overdue. Some people even believe that the new airport is doomed and will have to be torn down and rebuilt.
What could be so wrong with the airport that it would fail to open for so many years? Well, at the very last moment, the airport's opening is called off due to some mysterious "technical issues..." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The plane had been used for 20 years, but it had never suffered a single accident before, so the cabin crew had no doubts the flight would be easy. Passengers got on board the plane; flight attendants nonchalantly checked their boarding passes; everything went as usual.
But what happened after that was really scary. No electricity onboard, all equipment down, no airport in sight, and only a half-forgotten runway deep in the Siberian snow forest. It’s hard to imagine a worse scenario for a passenger plane landing, so it’s a real miracle that everyone ended up safe and sound. And all of it thanks to… a glass of water. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So you took the big step in your relationship. No, you didn’t buy a house or an engagement ring. You gave your partner your passwords. By doing this, you’re saying that you trust them. While sharing this highly confidential information seems like a step in the right direction in your relationship, there are detrimental side effects that can come with it.
A study conducted by Better Buy Insurance showed that 41% of 18- to 34-year-olds said they regretted sharing their passwords with their partners. That’s almost half! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you recently noticed your eye twitching? It can be a bit alarming to have your eye twitch every few seconds. But most of the time, eye twitches are benign and can be treated with simple methods. It doesn’t affect someone’s vision or mental faculties.
According to certain cultures and superstitions, if your left eye twitches, it means good fortune is heading your way; if your right eye twitches, it means you should prepare for some bad luck. But all superstitions aside, an eye twitch is just an involuntary spasm. And there are several likely culprits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Chinese always seem to have something unexpected up their sleeve that the rest of the world can only gape at. Who replaced police dogs? Who can sit in a traffic jam instead of you? What to do if you don't have a boyfriend? We found a bunch of weird stuff most of us have never heard of that are actually a thing in China. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Should you take your shoes off inside the house? Not everyone’s in the habit of doing that. If you’re one of these people, you should know that bringing your shoes in can carry dangerous bacteria, make your feet smell bad, and spread germs all around your home.
In addition, shoes can also carry dirt and mud. The mud itself won’t make you sick — but who’s to say there aren’t animal droppings in the mud that’s stuck to your shoes? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why are so many of our pets overweight? According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, 60% of cats and 56% of dogs in the US are obese or overweight. Of course, no pet owner would purposely make such grave mistakes when it comes to feeding their furry friend. Nonetheless, there are several things you should avoid so that your pet will be happy and healthy!
Do you know, for example, that you should never give your pet human food? A lot of the products we humans eat contain too much salt, sugar, artificial colorants and sweeteners, and fat. All these additives are extremely harmful to pets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you want to get less wet during the rain, should you walk or run? The first thought that comes to mind: run ASAP because the faster you reach some shelter, the less wet you'll get. But is it really so? Here're 15 interesting facts about things around us. You'll also find out why we love the smell of rain so much and why it is impossible to reach the end of a rainbow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How much is Moon dust worth? A recent auction sold it for half a million dollars! Would you pay that much for it if you had a limitless amount of money? Today we're gonna determine the value of our natural satellite. We'll speak about the minerals on the Moon we will mine. And I'll tell you which resources we can obtain them within the Moon's outer crust! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When can babies drink water? Humans need water to survive, but did you know that babies under 6 months don’t ever need to drink a drop of it? Babies' inner workings are quite different to an adult’s, which means they can’t eat and drink the same things grown-ups do. Even a couple of ounces of water can pose major health problems!
According to the World Health Organization, babies should be exclusively breastfed for the first 6 months of their life. If they can’t be breastfed, formula will suffice. Even in the hottest months of the year, babies can remain hydrated from their daily breast milk or formula intake. So how much harm can water do to a baby’s insides? A lot! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wake up on the wrong side of the bed this morning? Perhaps it’s because you’re guzzling down a bunch of coffee or jumping in a hot shower right after you wake up? Or maybe when you first open your eyes in the morning, you can’t fight the urge to see what’s new on social media? These may not be the best ways to start your morning.
Old habits die hard, that’s why we do some things without even thinking about how harmful they are — especially in the morning when we don’t have time to spare. So today, Bright Side wants to talk about ten things many of us do every morning that are actually harmful to us. You’ll learn how to make your morning and the day that follows better than they ever were before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the health benefits of cloves? Around the world, cloves are used to flavor meats and stews, to make rich sauces like Mexican mole, to pickle vegetables, and in cheeses, breads, and warm beverages like tea. Your options are limitless!
Cloves are very well-known for their medicinal properties. And that’s because they’re rich in a variety of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Eating just two little cloves a day can relieve digestive issues, strengthen your immune system, and even help you fight off cancer! And there’s a lot more where that came from! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do aliens exist? In the first days of January, a new revolutionary telescope in Canada detected 13 new signals coming toward Earth from deep space! Does it mean we are not alone in this Universe? Let's figure it out!
The most shocking aspect of this finding is that one of these 13 radio bursts is a highly unusual repeating signal. It comes from a source located approximately 1.5 billion light years away. Experts keep debating on the origin of this signal. But there already exist several theories which shed some light on the mysterious flashes... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
While cats have been domesticated pets since the days of Cleopatra, there’s still a lot about them that remains a mystery. Like when they just roll over as you approach them, what’s up with that? Actually, when cats lie on their back and expose their bellies, it’s their way of saying “Hello, human!”! But it's not the only message a cat sends when it shows you its cute furry little belly.
Today we're talking about cat behaviors. Why do they expose their belly? Why do they bring you dead animals? Why do they like watching from afar? There are plenty of other things they do that just have you scratching your head in confusion. Let's figure out together! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that if you live up to the age of 75, you’ll have spent 25 of those years sleeping? That’s one-third of your life… asleep! Of that third, a whole 6 years is dedicated to dreaming. Well, if you’re gonna spend so much time off in dreamland, you might as well know get to know some useful facts about this magical place!
I like this one. It turns out, strangers' faces in your dreams are actual faces you’ve seen in real life! Our mind isn’t as good at inventing faces as it is at recognizing or remembering them. So, that random stranger who held a door open for you like 8 years ago, their face could’ve made it into one of your dreams by now! Isn't it amazing? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why can't some men grow a beard? They spend weeks trying to do that, but all they get is some thin and patchy facial hair. At the same time, others have to shave several times a day because they were blessed with fast-growing whiskers.
Traditionally beards are considered to be a sign of masculinity, power, strength, and wisdom. And in case you are one of those guys who is struggling to grow a thick beard, we at Bright Side collected a set of recommendations that can help the brawny half of our planet become the proud owners of sumptuous beards. We'll also tell you why some men can't grow beards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why women break up with men. There’s no denying that men and women are equal beings with a lot of the same goals and values. But when it comes to relationships, things can differ quite drastically. There are situations when a woman who seems so deeply in love with her partner just packs her things and walks out, leaving him only with unanswered questions.
The thing is that some traits in a person can ruin even the best relationship! For example, have you ever thought of how destructive negativity can be? This doesn’t mean you’re supposed to be happy-go-lucky all the time. But constantly being around negativity and pessimism can really bring a person down. A happy relationship can’t be built with a person who doesn’t know how to support their significant other! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do people ask you for advice and treat you like a genius? Or maybe you feel like you’re way smarter than others? It may well be that's the way it is.
Let me ask you a few questions. Did you eat a lot of fish as a kid? One study showed that children who got enough fatty acids successfully passed different tests and even had a higher IQ! Did you learn to juggle? According to another research, juggling is a motor skill that can increase the volume of grey matter in visual attention areas of the brain by 3%. Maybe you also speak foreign languages? Well, chances are, you actually are among the super intelligent, and you have your parents to thank for that! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This video is about things that we do all the time. Apparently, our entire life we’ve been doing them the wrong way, while a much easier solution was right there under our nose. Most of these tricks are so simple, but most of us never knew they existed. Be prepared to re-evaluate things you have been doing for years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cats will distract you from whatever super important task you were trying to do when you stumbled upon them online. They are amazing animals and that’s why so many people around the world adore them. We think that we know everything about them, but that’s not true because they always find a way to amaze us. So what makes them so exceptionally fantastic and special?
Bright Side has learned a lot of new and interesting facts about these pets and decided to share them with you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is emotional intelligence? It helps people to communicate with others more effectively, manage their behavior and emotions, and make decisions that lead to the best results. And although this feature doesn't have any connection with how smart a person is, low emotional intelligence can create additional difficulties on a person's way to success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your 30s are a wonderful time when you’ve finally gained confidence and know what you want. However, the appearances of 30-year-old women now and just 30–40 years ago couldn't be more different! In the past, a 30-year-old woman used to be considered an adult lady and she looked it! It was easy to tell a 20-year-old woman from a woman who was 10 years older. But today, a young girl can really shock us with her passport that says “30 years old” because today, 30-year-old girls look exactly the same as 20-year-olds.
Scientists have proven that “middle age” begins at 35, so if you’re just 30 years old, you are officially a young person. We at Bright Side decided to find out more about the mysteries of age and want to understand why modern women look so different from the women of the past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Which eye color is the rarest? What color are your eyes? How special are they? In reality, there’s debate over which eye color is the rarest simply because the term "rare” is pretty hard to define. One eye color might be very rare in a certain part of the world and extremely common in another. But today we're gonna tell you about some of the most hard-to-find eye colors in people! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to survive a house fire? Knowing what to do in this emergency situation will greatly increase your chances of surviving.
House fires can spread at a truly alarming speed. Most things around you can crumble to ashes in mere seconds. That's why you have to act as soon as you hear your fire alarm go off. Take your safety seriously! Make sure your house is equipped with functioning smoke alarms. Check them regularly, preferably once a month, and replace their batteries twice a year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to protect your car from being stolen? GPS-trackers, steering-wheel locks, and other standard anti-theft items are well-known to anyone who has a car and plans on keeping it that way! But in order to be ready for anything, it’s better to learn about the additional protection available to make your car less attractive to thieves. It’s useful to know the typical methods of theft and to be able to recognize the signs that someone is planning to steal your car.
At Bright Side, we’ve collected recommendations that will help decrease the risk of auto theft and want to make you aware of the signs to look out for to avoid it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to make your hair grow? According to science, hair grows between 0.3 to 0.5 mm per day, 1 to 1.5 cm a month and 12 to 15 cm a year. Hair also takes credit for being the second fastest growing tissue in the body. But still, we all face one problem or another regarding our hair. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What does your favorite music say about you? Music is a huge part of almost everybody's life. Your favorite music can make you feel happy, inspired, and, according to psychologists, even reveal deep secrets about your personality!
During a study conducted at Heriot-Watt University, more than 36,000 participants were asked to rate different music genres and provide information about different aspects of their personality. After analyzing all the results, specialists found that people who love the same musical styles also possess similar personality traits! So we have only one question for you: What's your favorite genre of music? It's time to find out what it says about you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to get rid of bags under your eyes and dark circles? It's a problem that’s familiar to almost everyone. There are dozens of reasons why they appear, but there are also a lot of ways to get rid of this nuisance. A consultation with a specialist, healthy eating and sleep, using natural face masks and compresses, and other solutions to suit all tastes. But if you’re pressed for time, here are some quick tricks you can use to get rid of puffiness and dark circles around your eyes! Bright Side found for you 5 simple remedies which will help your eyes to look bright and sparkling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As soon as it gets warm outside, try leaving a spoonful of sugar in your backyard or on your balcony. This simple action may seem meaningless at first sight, but it has the potential to save people from starvation!
The thing is that bees feed a whopping 90% of the world's population! But nowadays, these colorful insects are dying out at an alarming speed. Sir David Attenborough, a famous zoologist, is sure that if bees went extinct, people wouldn't survive longer than 4 years. In this video, you'll find out why bees are that important for human beings... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to stay safe while traveling? Now and then magazines, newspapers, and websites publish lists of the safest and the most dangerous travel destinations. But in fact, there’s always a chance of being robbed or attacked in any country in the world. When you’re unfamiliar with your surroundings, it can make you vulnerable to people looking to take advantage of you. Before going on a trip to another city or country, it’s better to consider your safety in advance. Luckily, there are some great hacks you can use to make your travels safe and worry-free, like putting a glass on the door handle of your hotel room! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You probably remember learning about Queen Elizabeth I in school. She came to power in 1558 and was one of England’s greatest monarchs. We all know about her accomplishments as a ruler, but what about the stuff they don’t teach you in school? Have you ever heard, for example, that she cussed like a sailor? Yes, she was the Good Queen Bess, and yet she didn’t really care what came out of her mouth! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever wish your dreams could come true? Then you’ll wanna know about this technique that can help you finally get what you want in life! All you have to do is go to sleep!
This really cool “sleep your dreams into reality” technique comes from a school of thought in philosophy called the Law of Attraction. The whole premise is that you can change your life for the better just by blocking out the negativity in your subconscious that’s standing in your way. And you should do it before you go to sleep because this is the time when you have the most direct connection to your subconscious... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to get thicker hair? Whether you’re a guy or girl, there’s one thing I think we all dream of: having gorgeous thick hair. But getting hair transplant surgery or something like that is not everybody would be ready to do. And most people don't wanna put a bunch of chemicals on their scalp. However, there are some all-natural methods that will help solve this little problem! So if you dream about turning your hair into thick luscious locks you definitely should test these natural homemade hair treatments. Also, we'll tell you what crucial changes you should make in your daily hair care regimen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to bulk up fast? While some are constantly trying to lose excess fat, others find it tough to gain weight. Ironically enough, junk food won’t work for those who can’t gain weight. The solution is simple — eat food rich in healthy fats and protein, like milk, avocados, nuts or salmon. Eating the products on our list as a snack, garnish, or the main dish will help you gain weight. And if you combine them with regular exercise, they will help you to build muscle.
Bright Side prepared a list of the 19 best foods that are an alternative to boring chicken breasts and incredibly beneficial in helping you on your weight-gaining and muscle-building journey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Just think about it for a second: you're watching a volcano erupt, which is a scary view by itself. But all of a sudden, you notice bright flashes lighting up the sky over the volcano. This is an even scarier sight that'll take your creepy experience to the whole new level! I've gathered that creepiest and the most fascinating natural phenomena for you. You'll see an underwater city, a huge natural mirror and even red snow. Welcome on a journey that'll unveil the secret of natural phenomena you've never seen before! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some of the aspects of our bodies might be pretty annoying. Like hairs, for example. Almost all of our body is covered with hairs, even if we don’t notice them. They grow even in the belly button! Their purpose is to catch lint. Every aspect of your body has a purpose and meaning. It's a complex mechanism where every detail matters and performs its function. I'm ready to share these 30+ unusual body facts that'll prove each body is unique and fascinating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let's imagine this for a second: what if the smallest piece of the Sun crashed down on our planet? The cool weather becomes scorching hot in a matter of minutes. People who were planning on going for a weekend ski trip have canceled their plans at the last minute to head to the beach. It was sunset, but the sky has become as bright as day. What else would happen? And would there be a way to prevent such a scenario from happening? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every day, without even thinking, you do the mundane task of taking the trash out, perhaps even multiple times! It's not just boring, it's a real threat to the environment. Well, I got a proposition for you. How about you stop being an average person producing around 1,000 pounds of waste a year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why don't your romantic relationships work out? Psychologists believe the main reason lies in your childhood. The thing is that your childhood experiences create certain love patterns. Experts describe 5 main love styles you can develop, thanks to your early years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
According to a Polish anthropologist Boguslaw Pawlowski, when looking for a male partner, a person should put height at the top of their list. Yep, scientists have said that couples featuring a drastic difference in height are the happiest. That’s what a recent study argues. Well, there are a handful of reasons why this could very well be true. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How did people survive winters in the past? Today, you can just flip on the heat in your home when it's cold outside. However, staying warm took a lot more effort back in the 19th century. There were lots of creative yet odd ways people used to keep from freezing back in the day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some of us believe in prophecies, some don't, but at different times, people known as prophets lived in the world. One of the famous of them is Michel de Nostradame. And if you don't wanna know exactly what’s gonna happen to yourself and the whole world years from now, Nostradamus didn’t have that luxury…or did he? Was he a great seer or just a scam artist?
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Ah, India... It's a country of great wisdom, incredible history, ruins of ancient cities, eastern spices, delicious tea, and beautiful nature. India gave the world a great civilization. You will never want to leave it. However, when you have to do that, don't forget to exchange your rupees. No one is allowed to take them out of the country! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever gone into your kitchen with no idea at all of why you went there? Stop blaming yourself for being forgetful. Perfect memory doesn't always indicate how smart you are. Scientists say forgetting things is a natural brain process. Moreover, according to them, forgetting things may be a sign of exceptional intelligence! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to make more money? They say that the morning is the most important part of the day. And rich people always get the most out of the early hours. Well, actually, that's why they're rich. Chaotic morning always messes up the rest of the day, and you can't be productive. So if your plan is to become rich, the millionaire morning routine is exactly what you need. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to protect your house when you're away? Suppose you're heading out of town. Whether it’s a well-deserved vacation or a business trip, you should secure your home from burglars. First and foremost, cover your peephole! This is an easy way to beef up your security. But there're some other home safety tips you’ll definitely wanna remember. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Could the world come to an end? Well, rumor has it that the world might cease to exist at literally any moment. And the Yellowstone supervolcano may be to blame. Word is that more than 1,000 bison have already left Yellowstone National Park after they felt the potential danger. So what would happen if the Yellowstone supervolcano erupted? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever heard anything about immortal animals? Well, okay, almost immortal? No-no, they are not ghouls or something. But you’d definitely find them real-life horrors! These "zombies" of the animal world that can survive even fatal injuries might shock you. Especially the last one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to get your hormones back to normal? Most people assume estrogen is a female thing. But men can have high estrogen levels too, and this is not good for men's health. There are certain symptoms of high estrogen and low testosterone. Listen carefully cause if you have them, it's probably time to change your lifestyle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As adults, we begin to follow a new set of rules and understand over time that we’re interesting to ourselves only. There’s no one to push us toward success. And ultimately, there are always going to be people who are smarter, better, and more attractive than us. So here're simple truths we’ve all come to understand at some point or another in our lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to detoxify your body? Believe it or not, your body is its own perfect machine. But if you neglect any pieces of your inner mechanics (like your liver, kidneys, or bladder), you can cause serious damage that can last a lifetime. You might be lucky enough to have 2 kidneys, but keeping them healthy can literally save your life. We have some simple recommendations that will keep your body healthy for years to come. They will help keep your kidneys and bladder toxin-free! Don’t forget to check out our bonus where we give you a surprise tip! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to lose weight without diet or exercise? We all know that belly fat is one of the most difficult and challenging fats to remove completely. Working out and eating healthily to get perfect abs is great, but did you know that just one mixture can do the whole job for you? Even better, it's completely affordable for everybody! There are only 2 main ingredients in this recipe, and both of them are 100% natural.
Just 7 days of this treatment will give you outstanding results! If you wanna get there even faster, add a couple of abs exercises, and try to stick to a healthier menu! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As smartphones gain more functions, we become more and more involved with them. Sometimes there’s even your whole life in one small device, and that’s reason enough to care about it a lot! If you think that your phone is your own private zone, you may be very wrong. So far, there is no such device that can’t be hacked. Thieves and scammers invent new schemes almost every day, and protecting your personal data can be hard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You ever looked out at the open sea and thought, “What if I got swept away out there? What would happen to me?” Well, luckily for most of us, this is an unlikely scenario for a typical beach-goer. But this nightmare can come true if you're a fisherman and something has gone terribly wrong on your trip. That's exactly what happened to one man who spent over a year alone out in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. His boat had neither a cabin nor any roof. And he even didn't have an anchor since he supposed that the trip wasn't going to take that long... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why is your cat sad or mad at you? If your cat isn’t happy, no one in the house is allowed to be either. Sometimes we cat owners, with all our affection and loyalty, actually do more harm than good. At least that’s what we recently learned, and we’re here to spread the message!
Did you know, for example, that most cats just hate strangers? They see any other creatures of their kind as competition for food, toys, and love. Or have you ever noticed they don’t like belly rubs? A cat’s stomach is its most vulnerable area, and protecting it is a basic instinct. So be gentle and respectful! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A lot of us dream of eating everything we want without gaining weight. That would be awesome! No more diets or strict meal plans. Or maybe you just can't have 3-5 meals a day because of your tight schedule? So, these 14 foods will help you not to overeat for sure! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
India is undoubtedly one of the most interesting countries in the world. For outsiders, it’s a country of mystery, with an exotic culture and tradition of ancient wisdom we never encounter at home. It strikes us with its contrasts. It’s a place full of odd customs and curiosities. Bright Side gathered 12 amazing facts about this country of spices that will show India from a completely different side.
I bet you never thought that India is the birthplace of all plastic surgery! Yup, among India’s most sacred texts, there’s one that baffles surgeons and medical experts to this day. It was written by the ancient Indian surgeon Sushruta somewhere between 1000 BCE and 500 BCE. The text describes tons of unbelievably complex surgical procedures! Can you imagine that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do you know about Singapore? This place is one of the three city-states that exist nowadays. It consists of 63 small islands in Southeast Asia, and it's one of the most progressive countries in the world.
Singapore imports everything, from fresh water to sand, because it doesn't have its own natural resources. But that doesn't prevent the country from having an impressive number of rich people. Every sixth Singapore resident has more than $1 million in assets. This is the highest concentration of millionaires on the planet! At the same time, Singapore is the least corrupt country in Asia. Today, you'll find out the amazing story behind its incredible success! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey there! Wanna know how dangerous are you according to your sign? Yup, zodiac signs are fun and interesting, but they aren't all about our best qualities. For example, Sagittarians are exceptional manipulators, and they use this skill to shove all their problems onto someone else. If you're a Gemini, your danger factor comes from your duality. Aries can be scarily power-hungry, controlling, and reckless. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Head lice are miniature parasites that live in human hair and feed off your blood. A full infestation takes no more than 2 weeks to happen. So how can you get head lice? And how to get rid of them? Although humankind has been fighting these parasites for thousands of years, it's still quite difficult. These little beasts are really tenacious. The thing is that head lice have grown almost immune to any poisons we have at our disposal. So are there any surefire ways to defeat them? Actually, there are, and we're gonna tell you about the most effective of them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It all started in Sweden in the spring of 2018. Since then, about 4,000 people have gotten microchips put into their hands. The chip is tiny, and it’s surgically inserted into the hand in the area between the thumb and index finger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What were the fashion trends of past centuries? Black teeth, pink and blue wigs, really tall platform shoes, super long fingernails... Believe it or not, these are just some of the bizarre things people used to consider fashionable back in the day. And they make modern fashion seem so dull... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What foods do you buy daily? How about SunnyD? Or maybe congealed salad is the thing you can't live without? Yup, these foods are so unpopular now! However, just 20–40 years ago they were flying off the grocery store shelves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to learn say "no"? There're times when you're exhausted and all you want is just to take a well-deserved rest. But at the last minute, somebody asks you to help them with some "super important thing". In fact, being too nice to people can be really bad for you. For example, those who like to please others tend more often end up in toxic relationships... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you've ever considered buying an apartment, you probably know that it's not so easy. The prices are sky-high wherever you are. But here's an amazing fact: There are literally millions of empty homes in China. A perfect place to settle, isn’t it? Well, not exactly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to lose weight without diet and exercise? If you don't have time to hit the gym, these weight loss remedies are exactly what you need. They're highly effective and all-natural, and they'll help you lose all those extra pounds fast and safely. So grab a pen and take notes. These detox drinks will truly change your body!
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Globally, people produce about 1.3 billion tons of waste every year! This garbage is accumulating on Earth and bringing harm to both people and the environment. So, why don't we just send all this waste off to burn up in the Sun? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A lot of us dream of eating everything we want without gaining weight. That would be awesome! No more diets or strict meal plans. Or maybe you just can't have 3-5 meals a day because of your tight schedule? So, these 14 foods will help you not to overeat for sure! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Female friendship is a topic that will never go out of style. There's nothing like the bond you have with your girls, right, ladies? And, as it turns out, spending more time with them and even organizing a little trip can not only lead to new adventures but also make you live longer! But how exactly does it work? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are so many things in the world that we don’t know! For example, what does space smell like? Which animals can't jump? Why were the Grammy Awards introduced? Where is the deadliest island in the world located? Why are bananas radioactive?
So, as you've deduced, today, we're gonna share the most amazing facts with you! Some of them are so weird it's hard to believe they're true. Take, for example, the one about muscles and the “little mouse“... Oops! No spoilers! Just stay with us and have fun! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each part of your body is important! Still, there are parts that are far less important than others and science tells us that you don't even need some of them. For example, if you look in the mirror, you'll see a little fold of tissue in the inner corner of both of your eyes. It was actually once a third eyelid, or nictitating membrane. Let's take a look at these 9 body parts that soon might change dramatically. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This video will make your head spin, trust me. I’m gonna tell you everything about rotation. Everything rotates: from galaxies to atoms, the Universe is taking us for a "spin." You’re gonna learn why the surface of the Earth is moving at all different speeds at all different latitudes. And how "leap seconds" are added to the clocks to synchronize our clocks with the slowing rotation of the Earth. Remember: what goes around, GOES around! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaand on air! I don’t know if this happens to anyone, but whenever I watch a documentary, I like how I lose myself in it. For me, it depends. If it is quite mechanical, I’ll be sleeping like 10 min after I start watching. Well, honestly bud, It’s difficult to remember a time when you watched something properly till the end. t's not my fault to be selective. I just can’t keep watching EVERYTHING like you. I have a taste, you know. Well, now I question what kind of a taste would make you fall asleep even in thrillers?! It’s just… meh.. I can’t really find an excuse. You’re right. What hooks you in most of the documentaries anyway? It is like you’re watching a movie but at the same time you know that it is not a plot, quite the opposite, it is something that truly exists or happened.. or might have happened. Ahh, that’s exactly what a realistic person like you would say.. So guys, I’m so happy to tell you we're trying a different concept today. Take it as an audio documentary. We’re diving into some places with question marks on earth. We’ll be talking about them briefly.. Normally, before each episode, we split the topics but this time we’ll be giving you mini trailers for each place we’ll mention. We’ve got a lot to do! Let’s start. Our first place is from Minnesota, there is this “The Devil’s Kettle Waterfall” which seems to be like any other one in the world. I wonder who named this place. What’s so different about this waterfall? When you take a closer look, you’ll see that it actually has 2 different bodies. One side is falling into another body of water. Which is quite understandable. How about the other one? This is the tricky part. The other one falls straight into a huge natural hole in the ground. Nobody knows where exactly it leads to. From putting a bunch of ping-pong balls to dye into the waterfall. They tried to understand it in different ways. There was no trace of these at all? Nope. Eventually it has to go somewhere, Idk maybe into the ground. Anyways, what do you have to tell? I’ll start with “Stonehenge” Oh come on! You’re literally taking the easy way out. What?! Stonehenge is a mystery, too! I thought you’d find lesser known spots. [trying to tease him up] Who says I didn’t? So, these giant stones have been in this spot for thousands of years. They are said to be constructed in 6 stages between the years 3000 and 1520 BCE. Phew, it is so amazing how they built up these. It’s so crazy how people lifted those heavy stones without any technology back then. They could weigh up to 37 tons. Today we still don’t know how and what exactly they were built for. It reminds me of Moais of Easter Island we talked about before. Me too! Anyway, since you know about “Stonehenge” already, I can tell you about the Hessdalen Lights as an extra. Does it ring a bell? Hmm. Give me more clues. Dancing lights in the sky? Like northern lights? Kind of.. but different... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Uhmm, okay, Could you.. please just sit and lean back? I kinda feel distracted here. Ahh, Sorry. My back still hurts! Ihh! [trying to stretch] Well, you should’ve paid more attention to your body. Still no sports in your life, huh? I’ve gotta accept; all I do is talk and talk but no action yet. Which is very typical of you.. Sitting in front of the computer for hours and here we are; my muscles and bones are crying in pain. Ahh, I had better take up something asap. But not basketball please. Remember how bad you were at it? Ha-ha... Let’s not get into that again. Okay.. okay. Then let’s get into today’s topic. Uhmm, so far we’ve talked about a lot of mysterious and miraculous things around us. But.. we actually have a miraculous thing WITHIN us as well, right? When we live with it we don’t really think about it. Soo.. Any idea? Our wonderful bodies! Hmmf. Wonderful but still aching. It’s so sad in the rush of our everyday life, we tend to forget that our body functions with an amazing system. Yeah right.. Eventually whatever we are sensing or doing it’s all thanks to it. Speaking of the functions, some of them include the 5 basic senses. You wanna name them? Taste, touch, smell, sight and hearing. But actually did you know that humans could have up to 20 senses? Wow, 20?! yeah. Can you believe that even itching is a sense? There are many more, like the ability to sense the heat, namely thermoception.. Yeah I think I remember hearing some things ending with “ception”. I never thought they were included in the senses! I’ll go with another surprising number about our bodies. What is your blood type? It’s AB negative. It’s the rarest one. [proudly] Oh, you think so? I guess you actually haven’t heard about “the golden” blood type. Also I wouldn't say it so proudly if this type is found “RARE” when you possibly need it. The golden blood type? I thought there were only types like A,B, O, AB? Yes. Those are the main 4 groups most of us are familiar with. But there are actually over 30 blood groups in the world. The golden blood is the rarest of it. How rare? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aloha everyone! We’re starting the week so refreshed and full of nature, Yayy! Definitely “full of nature” but I’m not gonna agree with you on being “REFRESHED”. Don’t mind him, we had a really nice Sunday in Walden Pond.. What else would a person ask?! I admit Walden is incredible, indeed. Only if you’re clever enough to make sure you’ve got enough gas to go back home. I mean, I just wanted a day trip. I wasn’t planning to settle in Walden like Henry David Thoreau. Just to make it clear for everyone; we spontaneously decided to drive to Walden Pond last sunday. Which was MY brilliant idea. Yeah Also, you had that “brilliant idea” to fill only half of the gas tank. Instead of taking a walk by the lake, we ended up walking to find a gas station. It was our mini survival adventure. Didn’t you still have a lot of fun, tho? I can admit it served SOO well for a purpose. At some point, we got lost but we also found what we’re gonna be talking about today. Yeah, so, buckle up fellas! And hold tight. This is your captain speaking; we’re gonna be flying a lot today. “Let’s kick the tires and light the fires.” I’m not sure how you feel while flying on a plane but sometimes I can’t stop having some crazy scenarios in my mind. It is more like a cradle for me. I start sleeping like a baby. Let’s see if you could sleep like a baby this time. So, our plane is called Air Canada 143, supposed to fly from Montreal to.. Ottawa, I guess. Pre-flight check time! Do you know how fuel loading works for airplanes? Uhm.. it should be through a device calculating. True but there was a problem with the computer so the maintenance crew were calculating the fuel load manually. Uff.. that sounds stressful. I mean they checked it like 3 times and everything seemed fine. She reached Ottawa with no problem but Captain Robert Pearson sensed that there was something wrong, so he had her checked again. Did anything come up? Nope. With his co-pilot Maurice Quintal, they also concluded that she had around 45,000 pounds of fuel, which was MORE than enough. So they took off for Edmonton but in fact they had about half of that, around 22,300 pounds. Whaaat? How could they miss it even tho they checked it like a thousand times? There was one thing everybody missed out. Canada was switching from the imperial system of measurement to metric back then. So all the new planes including this beauty were programmed into a metric system. Does it mean the crew calculated the necessary fuel intake according to pounds instead of kilos? Exactly! So since 1 kg is around 2 pounds, the crew was filling the tank with the given number, thinking that it was supposed to be in pounds. It should’ve had 22,300kg on board but instead they calculated it as 22,300 pounds which is actually equal to 10,000kg. Half of the amount needed! So what exactly happened when the last drop of fuel was used up? They were already 41,000 feet high. At first the left wing gave some warning but it was not a serious thing. The plane could still fly. Then when the second warning appeared, They knew they literally got in a pickle! I am really wondering how this is gonna end up as a survival story.. Thanks to our experienced captains! They decided to change the course to a closer place for an emergency landing. However, after a while, both engines stopped working entirely. In that case they had to say goodbye to George as well.. Can you see my goosebumps? [he shows his arm] If we were the pilots on that plane we would be sweating it out instead of joking around as usual. Who was George btw? George is a nickname used for the autopilot system. Captain Pearson and Quintal were also terrified. They were checking the manuals but there was no instruction for a complete shutdown situation. Didn’t they get in touch with the air traffic control? Well, no engines, no radar responder. They couldn’t speak to anyone. How did they figure it out then? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hello hello! We are welcoming you on this beautiful sunny day. And again, we gathered around our microphones to chat up a little. I should tell you all, there is something different with my buddy here He looks so refreshed today. I didn’t do much honestly. I’ve been to the barbershop. That’s the reason. That’s why you look younger! Don’t you know that I am ALWAYS young! Can’t you feel my energy even from my voice? Tell me, what’s on the agenda today? You surely are! I don’t know, maybe I'll be partying today since this is the weekend time. “THE AGENDA” of today. You know, our podcast’s.. The thing we are literally doing at the moment? Ahaa that agenda! Sorry I lost myself in the thoughts of partying. [giggles.] First, let’s dive into some mysteries all together. Then you can continue partying in your head, or wherever.. Okay.. Party out, calmness in! But let me calm you down even more than necessary for a while. Imagine that you feel a little light-headed, your legs feel so heavy that you don’t want to walk anymore and you fall asleep within minutes. You wake up days later and remember nothing. Sounds weird, right? But this was actually happening somewhere on our planet. Today we are taking you all to some villages. But they are not the ordinary ones.. Definitely not. Tell me, what comes to your mind when you hear the word “village”? A tranquil place in nature where people live peacefully. What about you? Something similar. Small houses, farms and lots of cows! Who’d tell I'd have some goosebumps when I read about all those crazy things about some of these so-called “peaceful” villages. One of these villages is in Kazakhstan ; Kalachi. Here the story goes; one day, a man called Viktor tries to go to a nearby town but he never makes it there because on the way he suddenly falls asleep while riding! Ooops! Then off to the hospital, right? Can he tell what happened? He wakes up 4 days after, and remembers NOTHING! The story becomes more odd when you find out there are MANY MORE cases like this in the same place. There is a woman who has experienced this “sleepy hollow” issue like 3 times! In her first time, she comes home from work and has a total black-out. She opens her eyes at the hospital a few days later. Cherry on the top, Her neighbor rushes to take her back home. Also she falls asleep while driving! Her second time happens while preparing to see a concert. She starts feeling dizzy and ta daa! 5 days after she’s back in the hospital again! I guess you are under the village effect! He has literally just yawned guys… Be careful you might miss out on your parties tonight. Haha, I couldn’t help it. We keep talking about sleeping! Anyway, when the same woman experiences this 3rd time, it happens a little differently tho. She doesn’t fall asleep but her body goes numb. She can’t walk properly and she cannot remember what she tells people. As if she was under anesthesia! Yeah. In the same village, her husband goes fishing and ends up at the hospital after he blacks out like her. When he talks about what happened, his words don't really make sense. I think She finally sees how she looked when this happened to her 3 times. But still.. Questions remain.. How does this thing happen? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to lose weight without diet or exercise? We all know that belly fat is one of the most difficult and challenging fats to remove completely. Working out and eating healthily to get perfect abs is great, but did you know that just one mixture can do the whole job for you? Even better, it's completely affordable for everybody! There are only 2 main ingredients in this recipe, and both of them are 100% natural. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do you know about India? Yeah, sacred cows, the Land of Spices, the Taj Mahal, and all that jazz. But what about all the bizarre world records held in this country? From the world’s longest mustache to the fastest nose-typer on the planet and every oddity in between! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey there! Join our live stream! “So many countries, so many customs.” Everyone will agree this good old proverb is true. And it's exactly what we're talking about today!
Every country has its own laws, traditions, rules, and specific features that might seem strange and even shocking to the people of other cultures. Did you know, for example, that in Afghanistan, people celebrate the New Year on the first day of spring? Or that in Albania, nodding means “no” and shaking your head means “yes?” Or that since the 1990s, all teachers in North Korea are required to play the accordion?
Yeah, our world is amazing and unique. Culture and location sure make a difference when it comes to appropriate behavior and gestures. And since traveling has become an essential part of our life, you better obey certain local traditions and common rules while visiting a foreign country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The process of sleeping is important to our well-being — and it’s super complicated! Sleep deprivation can lead to serious health problems. Science is doing its best to find out what happens to our body and brain during sleep and what influences it in a positive or negative way. Thanks to these attempts, some well-known sleep myths have been debunked! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So, scientists surprised us again. This time it's about siblings. Studies show that first-born children score higher on IQ tests. If you’re not the eldest of your siblings, don’t stress! You also boast some pretty impressive features. But when it comes to vocabulary, reading, and atomic wedgies, the oldest siblings win hands down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today, more and more beautiful and smart women prefer not to be in relationships. You’ve probably asked your gorgeous friend so many times, why she is single and not in a rush to have a family. She might joke around about this topic, but the roots of the issue are much deeper... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever been in a room full of people, yet you feel totally invisible? We’ve all been there, but if loneliness is an all-too frequent companion of yours, then know that there is something you can do about it! And you should since loneliness can have devastating effects on your health! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It might seem like the rich do nothing but splurge their money on life’s luxuries, and a lot of them do! But truly wealthy people know that a penny saved is a penny earned. So, why not follow their lead instead? Believe it or not, these 12 practical money-saving tricks rich people do can change the way your savings account looks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Figuring out a person's real intentions can be pretty hard. Some people pretend to be sincere when they need something from you. Luckily, there are a couple of surefire ways to spot a fake person in your life and cut them off before it's too late. And the examples will make these signs more memorable! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today, the prices for real estate are really scary. So for most people, owning a beautiful house sounds like a nightmare in the form of “mortgage”! But if you head to Japan (and some other countries too, the US included!), you could become a happy homeowner absolutely free of charge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you know that it's not only genetics what dictates how attractive you turn out to be? There are other factors that contribute to whether or not you appear “good-looking” to those around you. In fact, there are general features that make some people more attractive than the rest. And here they are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thick eyebrows are not going to get any less trendy any time soon, which means girls all over the world will keep trying to get the bushy eyebrows in a variety of ways. Some women try to fill their brows out with special pencils and other beauty tricks, but they often look “painted” and extremely fake. So if you're looking for all-natural remedies that would make them grow, here's a couple of simple but highly effective homemade remedies can change your look completely in days!
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Sleep is super-duper important! It gives your body much-needed rest and recovery. It allows your brain to work at its fullest. But sometimes you feel sleepy right after you wake up and even for most of the day. Any ideas why this happens to you more often than not? No, it’s not because of a lack of sleep. It’s because you keep hitting that snooze button like it’s your job! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Success is a very subtle thing. What exactly is it that sets successful people apart from the crowd? They all know how to manage their time! Are you trying your best to get everything done but feeling like 24 hours in a day isn't enough? The only way to stop running on fumes is to start treating time a bit differently. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Take a look up at the ceiling. Does it look like a bunch of hard, cottage cheese staring back at you? Yep, looks like you’ve got popcorn ceilings. But it’s no joke! These ugly bumpies are actually really dangerous to your health! They contain a toxic substance called asbestos. So what should you do if you’re living with popcorn ceilings today? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Matrix: the action-packed sci-fi hit that blew all our minds back in 1999. Yet, as it usually goes, the sequels just didn’t do it for fans and critics alike. But there's something else about the trilogy that’ll probably make the whole thing clearer. (So, yeah, obviously, spoilers ahead). And the first insight is that Neo's not a human! He's an AI cultivated in a human body! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
No one wants to come across as clingy or needy. But if you're in a relationship or you just met a new potential partner, you might feel that you’re getting less attention than you deserve. Instead of wallowing in sorrow, change the rules of the game — make them crave your attention! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every 2 hours, we throw away enough trash to fill up the largest container ship in the world. Thankfully, people are now setting all kinds of eco-friendly trends, and companies are coming up with green technologies that let consumers live a low-waste yet equally comfortable lifestyle. Here are some of the best examples! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So, who likes secrets, mysteries, conspiracies? Or maybe you like magic tricks more than anything? Then join our live stream, something fun is coming up! 🤓
Have you ever thought that each profession has its own secrets? Yup! Take, for example, supermarket employees. Going to a store, we usually have an idea of what we’re going to buy there. However, we often make purchases on a whim that we can’t later explain even to ourselves. Have you ever been in a situation like this? We’re tricked into spending much more than we initially intended. So for all those eager to find out the truth, we've prepared this video!
Of course, there's more! You're gonna find out secrets of cruise ship crews, hotels staff, casino workers, and even magicians! It's going to be legen... wait for it... dary! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Everything in a store is designed to make you part with your savings. Marketers use your sense of smell, sight, and sound to get you to spend more money. But that's not all. Stores aren't above using dirty psychological tricks to manipulate you. Let's have a look at the most popular ones! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Breaking news: Scientists have confirmed that pregnancy is contagious! Well, something must’ve been going around in the US in 2010 because that’s when pregnancy rates reached their highest at 6.2 million expectant mothers! So, what could’ve caused this sudden and unexpected baby boom? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your relationship can be a source of happiness and joy that makes your world more beautiful. But at the same time, love is kind of a tricky feeling. Our hormones often fool us into thinking that our relationship is based on love. If you look closer, however, you might find out it’s just an illusion, leading you to ask yourself, “Is this real love?” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You can spend hours in front of your computer for the easiest tasks…or complete them within minutes by using a couple of simple key combinations! The second option sounds way more tempting, right? So if you wanna make your computer experience more effective, here are some new ways to use the most popular keys... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You've probably heard a lot of stories of pets saving their owners. However, history knows many cases of wild animals saving people's lives! We usually think of wild animals as beautiful yet dangerous, but they can be also capable of compassion and understanding. Here're 9 fascinating stories about wild animals who saved humans from danger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Love is blind, so it's not always easy to figure out whether your girlfriend's feelings are true or if she's just playing with your heart. But if you wanna have a healthy relationship, you better find a woman that will love you for who you are. Thankfully, there are a couple of red flags that clearly show that your lady is not as sincere as you think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cats have lived with humans for more than 4,000 years but we still don’t know everything about them because they are really mysterious creatures. Did you know that cats can make up to 100 different sounds? Or that they can't taste sweets? Or that some ginger tabby cats have freckles around their mouth and even on their eyelids? And these aren't the only surprising facts about cats you may have missed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are a lot of things in this world that are hard to understand, but the human brain has to be the most incomprehensible. Like, why do you forget some things and remember others? How come rejection feels like physical pain? Why is it a bit harder to read texts written in all caps? Let's figure out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine, you’re driving on a long stretch of highway when you run out of gas. This is not a good situation, but it's not critical. Now imagine the same scenario, only you’re a pilot flying a commercial jet full of people! That’s exactly what happened to a Canadian plane at a height of 41,000 feet... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do most of us know about dinosaurs? Some of them were really big, some of them had feathers, and they all went extinct 66 million years ago... Okay, but what if I told you that there were chicken-sized dinosaurs? Or that some dinosaurs had fur? Or that they aren’t really extinct? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who doesn't dream about long, fluttering eyelashes? To achieve this result, you can buy pricey cosmetic products, expensive mascara, or false lashes. You can even resort to eyelash extensions. But before wasting tons of money, why don't you try these cheap and effective ways to make your eyelashes thick and beautiful in just one month? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Picture this: you’re about to endure a 6-hour flight, and right now, before departure, you're sure that you're gonna be bored to tears. After all, it's 6 hours of sitting still in your seat with only short bathroom breaks! Sounds tough, but how about doing that for 18 hours instead?... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
No one likes to wake up to their squeaking or find nasty scratches as souvenirs the next morning. But it’s not just the itching that mosquitoes leave behind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You hear about it in the news, it dominates conversation among certain circles, and it seems like the whole world revolves around it. Yep, I’m talking about oil, and not the cooking kind! So have you ever wondered what would happen if we ran out of this crucial resource? It’s no pretty picture, trust me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
While goldfish are a great pet to have, they often bring sadness to their adoptive families because of their all-too-common extremely short lifespan. These little guys rarely last more than 5 years, and those are the lucky ones! But what if I told you that this pet can actually live for waaay longer - I’m talking decades? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People have been trying to control each other's minds for centuries. Well, some of them have managed to make others buy things they don't even need but that's not what this is about. There are creatures out there that actually can do this! Have you ever heard, for example, about Zombie fungus that does make carpenter ants do what it needs? Oh, it's really spooky! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many people believe that an alpha male is a tall guy with a lower voice and a wide manly face. He's strong and full of testosterone. But it can’t be just about the physical characteristics of a man! In fact, there are also other things that make a guy an alpha. Moreover, you can learn to be an alpha and cultivate these qualities in yourself! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Next time you prepare fried eggs take a look at the yolk. Does it have a strange red spot? It might look even frightening but no worries. This egg is absolutely safe to eat. I'm gonna explain why that red spot sometimes appears in the egg. Every item surrounding you at home, at school or at a local supermarket has some hidden purpose. The ridges on the coins you find on the floor, the digits on the eggs you buy, the holes on your AirPods, the pink rubber on your pencil. Let's explore hidden functions of common object we see or use every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The British passenger liner RMS Titanic sank to the ocean depths, taking with it 1,503 lives and leaving just 706 survivors. Have you ever wondered who the youngest Titanic passenger was? I've got the answer. She was only 2 months old when she got on the Titanic. She managed to survive and live to the age of 97. Let's listen to her story! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this video we're gonna speak about unexpected fears of animals. Lions, elephants, and bears. These are three of the most beautiful yet intimidating members of the animal kingdom. But is there anything they're afraid of? We'll start with the King of the Jungle, the lion, and find out which of the facts we know about its fears are misconceptions - and which are true! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all remember the tragic fate of the RMS Titanic. But here's a different part of that story: it's about one ship that didn’t help the Titanic. The Titanic passengers saw lights from another vessel but help never came - why? It's not some legend or a theory - this is a documented reality. We'll find out what ship could have saved the Titanic and why it didn't. Let's unveil some of the mysterious details of those events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When a baby is really young, their parents tend to have a bunch of fears about their little one’s well-being and health. They try to guess exactly what their baby wants and what it is that might be causing them discomfort. But how do you understand babies without using words? Luckily, some experts decoded this unique baby language. Here're some clues you’ll need to figure out what your little bundle is trying to say. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Everyone is always talking about technological advancements and science constantly speeding up with each year. But why don’t we know how dinosaurs went extinct or if there was ever life on Mars? And what about space travel, hoverboards, and flying cars?! Ok, we’re not there yet, but here are some other recent discoveries that bring us closer to a bright future! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cricket may not be well known in some countries, but for others it’s a pretty big deal. So big, in fact, that some of the best cricket players have paychecks that would really blow your mind! You may not know them, but you might just consider consulting them before your next career change. Just make sure you move to the right country too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
They’re short, fun, and to the point. You can use them to advertise anything, share travel moments or make dinner plans through a poll. Instagram stories have taken the world by storm and even if you think you’re a pro, there’s no limit to perfection. Here comes your chance to up your Stories game! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You’re squinting and rubbing, but your tired eyes continue to torture you. And it’s no wonder they’re sore: how many hours a day do we all stare at a screen? This puts almost constant tension on our eyes. Many vision problems arise precisely from the act of overstraining like dry eyes, redness, and blurred vision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dogs have been with us for around 30,000 years, and today, we just can’t imagine life without these fluffy creatures. But the big, important question remains: just how close are humans and dogs to each other, and what are the key factors in this long and happy relationship? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There's something extremely romantic about writing a message on a piece of paper, putting it inside a bottle and tossing it into the ocean. Usually fate decided who will receive the message and when. Here're 10+ amazing message-in-a-bottle stories. We'll find out if Queen Elisabeth was the 1st ever to send messages this way. And which famous European love story started out with a message in a bottle. Don't miss it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There're so many whys that appear in our heads every single day and it's great to get answers to them! Have you ever wondered why airplane pilots won't try to land on grass when the landing gear doesn't deploy? Landing on grass seems like a great solution but there's some problem about it... In this video I'm gonna reveal 10 random facts your friends can't wait to hear! You'll even learn how spiders can survive when they lose a leg and why cats meow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stonehenge is one of the most mysterious places on Earth. Many of us believed that it was an ancient calendar but no one could figure out how it really worked. We've figured out how people really used that ancient calendar and we're ready to share it with you in this video! Plus, more facts about this legendary place are coming your way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As you probably already know, the Bermuda Triangle is situated near the Bahama Islands. But strangely the mysterious Triangle doesn’t appear on any world map. Why? Do we fail to acknowledge this area exists or it's so dangerous that it's better to keep it secret? No one exactly knows how many ships and planes have disappeared in that area. But most of the time, the disappearances had no explanation and no wreckage has ever been left behind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever been stung by a bee? Then you know how painful and itchy it is. But it's nothing compared to what the bee has to go through... In this video I'm gonna tell you why bees don't survive after stinging and why these creatures only sting once. You'll also find out what's the difference between a honeybee and a bumblebee and how the transformation of a new Queen bee takes place. The coolest bee facts are coming your way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the first thing that comes to your mind when you think about a T-Rex? It's huge, fast and probably really angry. So you'd remain standing still like a stone if you saw one. But that's exactly what you shouldn't do! Here's a video about the insane vision of a T-Rex. It turns out, this giant creature couldn't see moving objects! So you'd better run as fast as possible if you meet this huge Dino in the jungle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The RMS Titanic was the biggest ship ever built in its time, and it was supposed to be unsinkable. But we know the end of this tragic story. Would a smaller ship have fared any better in the same situation? Let's see if the Titanic would survive if it was smaller. Here's a video on how little changes wouldn’t have made a difference in the sinking of the Titanic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For some people, money equals happiness. It becomes so important that love, loyalty, and kindness lose their value. Unfortunately, life is a strict teacher, and it often shows that there are things much more important than wealth. This story of two friends, Laura and Jessica, serves as a reminder that greediness often plays a cruel joke on the people who live by it... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine you woke up one day to find that you were the only person left on Earth. How would you feel? On the one hand, you could do everything that you want! You've got a whole world of opportunities and nothing to stop you from enjoying each and every one of them! On the other hand, how you’re gonna survive in this empty kingdom of yours? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There's nothing like soaking in a warm bath after a long hard day. And in case you've been trying to shed a few extra pounds, you could be killing two birds with one stone without even knowing it! A study revealed that when you take a hot bath, your body burns as many calories as it would during a 30-minute walk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Picture this. You need to strike up a conversation with a person you've never seen before at some social gathering. You desperately try and find an interesting topic to make small talk, but end up empty-handed. Hello, awkward silence. Luckily, there is a solution! You could try and impress those around you with some fascinating facts that few people know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Making money is one thing, spending it is another. We often think about all the possibilities of how really rich people can spend their wealth. So what would you do if you had tons of money, get yourself a yacht with a mansion on it and literally sleep on a bed of cash? Hey, if you’re an Indian billionaire, that’s just one of the many bizarre ways you can spend your fortune. As for the others? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine downloading movies to your phone in a matter of seconds. This is no sci-fi — it’s actually part of the very near future. 5G is going to change the way we use wireless tech and probably our whole lives. For example, 5G is going to revolutionize one of the most important spheres of our life: medicine. It will make it possible for surgeons to operate on patients from almost anywhere in the world!
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It might not seem like an animal that sits and stares at a blank wall could be confused with Superman, but cats really do have some awesome superpowers! At least, compared to them we're so clumsy and vulnerable. Have you ever heard, for example, why cats always land on their feet? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you've ever had to take a plane somewhere, you probably know how it feels to have your flight delayed by several hours. But imagine being stuck at the airport for a whopping 18 years! Well, one man didn’t have to imagine at all because that’s exactly what happened to him… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The tallest skyscraper in the world, Burj Khalifa, is in the United Arab Emirates. Other skyscrapers don’t seem much taller than trees when you look down from the top of it. But what if we built one even taller than that? What if we built... a billion-floor-skyscraper? Is that even possible? Let's figure out!
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While women with straight hair think about how to make it wavier, women with curly hair are dreaming about making it silky straight. Many styling devices can harm the hair structure, and you can’t always be sure about the effect of chemical hair straightening procedures. So you’re in the right place to find out about a magical, cheap alternative to keratin that’ll solve your problem and keep your hair under control. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It seems like rich people can get anything and everything they want, considering all that money they have! But then why don't they drop bills left and right buying things that poorer people take loans to get? Well, the purchases that wealthy people tend to avoid might actually shock you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every time we eat a delicious hamburger or scroll through Instagram posts, our brain gets an impressive amount of the hormone called dopamine. It makes you feel happy and content. But the thing is that you can get addicted to whatever it is that gives your brain dopamine! To improve your mental health, specialists suggest doing a 24-hour dopamine fast at least once every 3 months! So what is it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Having a cat is awesome, and sometimes you just want them to know how much you love them. Luckily, there are tons of ways you can express your affection in their language. For example, you can blink slowly. I know it may seem strange but that's what cats do when they feel relaxed and at peace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you’re a teen, you roll your eyes and let out a big sigh every time your parents nag you. But studies show you should be thanking them. It turns out your parents' nagging is good for you. Researchers say that girls whose moms were always on to them that are more likely to succeed in life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are many curious places around the world but a few specific stories have caught the attention of our two hosts. In this podcast, they share facts and theories that will definitely keep you guessing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you one of us? A curious soul who can't live without asking yourself all kinds of thoughtful or even crazy hypotheticals? Like, why do birds fly, what if the sun disappeared right now, or what if it, on the contrary, never set?... Oh hey, why don't we try to figure out the one about the sunset thing? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You fall in love, you start dating, you move in together … and then it seems to start going in the wrong direction. Again. Before you label your significant other as “not the one”, remember that some changes are normal and just inevitable. Don't compare your life with all those romantic movies cause not everything you see on a large screen is true... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you heard these stories? If you have, do you know what really happened? Our two hosts talk about these two disappearances and tell you how to story really ends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Japan. The mysterious man named Satoshi Nakamoto starts working on his new bold idea – a concept of bitcoin. When it appeared, nobody knew how huge it'll become. The first bitcoin purchase was 2 pizzas! However, right now bitcoin is far from being on top. So what happened? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A great and big predator, believed to be extinct for millions of years. Our two hosts talk about the great Megalodon and how it would look and feed today if it wasn't extinct. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1,357,611 views 6 Apr 2019 You may strongly disagree with an air company on what to call food or how hot it should be in the cabin. But there's one thing that both you and the airline probably agree on: boarding the plane takes WAY too long. It takes about 30-40 minutes, while in the 1970s, boarding time was only 15 minutes. How did they do that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all want to achieve a healthy lifestyle, save some money, or just do that thing that’s been on our bucket list for years. It’s the journey that becomes too bumpy, and we give up before even truly experiencing the benefits. But maybe it’s time to realize that small steps can be the answer to taking giant leaps? All you need to succeed is to remember the importance of pace! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One of the most amazing things about Japan is its railway. See for yourself: 45 of the 50 busiest railway stations on this planet are in Japan. And it’s not surprising. Japan’s progress does not stop with technology, it also affects the comfort level of people’s lives and Japanese trains are a vivid example of convenience. Let's have a look at the most popular ones! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When was the last time you checked your social media? A couple of minutes ago? So how many likes did that selfie you just posted get? Not as many as you planned? And how did it make you feel? If your answer is “unhappy about me” — congratulations! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For many years, literature and movies have made us believe that a typical happy couple is comprised of a younger woman with an older man. Today, however, people are more open-minded and things like age difference don’t play a big role anymore. And one study showed that men aged 20 to 29 prefer older women these days. Let’s see what makes them so happy together! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In some countries of the world, the desire to escape from prison and fighting for your liberty are considered to be a basic human nature and right. Not only is it considered such by people, but officially recognized by law. But even in these countries, it’s practically impossible to break free and remain unpunished. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Elon Musk. Warren Buffet. Mark Zuckerberg. You interested in joining the club of insanely rich? Everybody wants to be successful. However, not many actually make it a reality. So if you wanna start counting your billions, you first gotta start thinking like a millionaire and adopt the millionaire mindset. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Successful people don't waste time on sleep. Business magnate Richard Branson sleeps for 5 hours a night, while the director of Amazon, Indra Nooyi, prefers to keep it at 4 hours. Maybe that's one of the secrets to their tremendous success? I decided to test this theory out, but take it to the next level – just 2 hours of sleep a day y'all! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When was the last time you visited an airport? If you spend enough time traveling, you may start wondering about many aspects of airports. For example, have you noticed that many airports have carpets in their gate areas. Carpets are not so easy to clean as hard floors are, so what's the reason for placing them? Here're 17 things about airports that'll surprise you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cats love it when you rub them, but there are specific areas where they like it the most. For example, if you rub your cat's nose, it might even start yawning. And it doesn't mean the kitty is bored or sleepy. It loves you! In this video I'm gonna show you how to interpret cat language. Here're 16 cat behaviors each feline person should know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine if you woke up one day and suddenly saw a giant mosquito! Yup, what if enormous mosquitoes took over our planet? They'd be as big as cars and their buzzing would sound terrifying, I'm sure. Here's a hypothetical scenario: what'd happed if giant monster mosquitoes appeared on Earth... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the world of advanced technologies nothing can compare with such a unique mechanism as a human body. It's a fine and complicated system and we hardly know everything about it. For example, most people are sure that humans only have 5 senses. But that's not entirely true. Another surprising fact is that your stomach produces a new lining every 6 days to avoid digesting itself. Wow! More unbelievable body facts are coming your way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What can ruin a nice summer picnic in the park? A swarm of mosquitos! They’re innumerable and keep buzzing around no matter what! Why do mosquitos bite you and why does it itch so much? And what happens to your body when a mosquito bites you? In this video we're gonna learn everything about mosquitos. By the way, did you know that mosquitos are ancient critters, thought to have evolved between 50 and 100 million years ago. That means even dinosaurs weren't free of their irritating presence! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here's a story about one Arctic Expedition that went absolutely wrong. Twelve people, two of them little children, got stranded in the broken ice of the Arctic for over 6 months, with no hope of rescue. Wow! And that's a true story! The survivors almost did the unthinkable: what was it? How did they manage to get out of the desperate situation? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you like traveling by plane? Here's a video on how to get certain upgrades when you're flying. You'll learn an algorithm that can help you get upgraded already at the check-in. Also, I'm gonna tell you how to reserve an extra space seat online and get access to airport lounges. And a tip on how to use armrests on a plane is coming your way! All the top secrets allowing you to have a great flight - gathered in one place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many of us have somehow romanticized life in castles with all the feasts, beautiful outfits, lords, and ladies. But medieval life was as far from the glamorous picture in your head as possible! Narrow passageways, smoky fires, gloomy and dark rooms - that's what would have greeted you upon setting foot in a castle in medieval times. And that’s just the good part...
Castles were ice cold inside. They were huge stone boxes with freezing cold dark rooms inside. Although castles looked inaccessible from the outside, they were literally one large and mostly open space inside. There was no privacy in castles! And you couldn't find solitude even in the toilets. At any time, you could have a neighbor or two engaged in the same delicate business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you’re surrounded by enemies and everything’s at stake, what would you choose: overwhelming force or a cunning and subtle tactic? Don’t answer too quickly! After this story about a small ship that escaped an entire Japanese fleet by disguising itself as a tropical island, you may change your mind.
Naval combat is a fearsome thing. The only thing a crew can rely on is their ship. Their destinies are intertwined. If a ship is in danger, its crew is in danger too. The Battle of the Java Sea was nothing less than a tragedy for Allied Forces in World War II. After 7 dreadful hours of fighting, the whole Allied fleet was destroyed, with just a few lucky exceptions. One of those exceptions was a small ship... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if a rusty nail poked your foot? You’ve probably heard by now that getting injured by any rusty object can lead to tetanus. Tetanus is caused by bacteria known as Clostridium tetani, which is commonly found in soil, dust, and animal feces – all ideal places for rusty objects to be found. Anyway, if this bacteria enters your body through the wound, you're in really serious problems...
Random questions like these keep the most curious of us up at night so today's video will answer them! And if any of your most burning questions will be missed, then ask away down in the comments – we’ll be sure to cover them next time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's always hard to force yourself to go to the gym and start doing all these push-ups, squats and splits, but doing sports is not as difficult as you may think. In fact, studies show that even 30 minutes of daily exercise is enough to keep you healthy and in shape. And when you feel the energy boost that every workout leaves you with and see the first results, you'll find a soft spot in your heart for exercising.
Let’s take a look at what you can expect from your body when you finally pull yourself together and start training. Did you know that regular exercising makes the musculoskeletal system of your body stronger, so your bones become denser? Also, you become less prone to stress, and you're less likely to experience depression and mood swings. But there are a lot of other amazing benefits of daily workouts. Here they are! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
An airplane ticket for $5 seems to be nonsense but not when you know how to search! Have you ever heard, for example, about the 24-hour rule? Check the same flight the next morning after you’ve booked it because search engines often set filters to default and may suggest cheaper options. If the price is lower, you can cancel your booking and re-purchase your ticket!
One more cool thing is well known to experienced travelers: they hide their destination in the middle of the route. If you need to get to Istanbul, don’t rush to book a direct flight. Sometimes, a flight to Rome with a transfer at Istanbul may be much cheaper. Interested? Here're some unusual ways to find the cheapest option! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space has always been a source of fear and fascination for humankind. The secrets it hides and its celestial objects that look like shooting stars mesmerize and intrigue people. However, even modern technology can't save us from occasional confusion. Asteroids, meteoroids, comets... What's the difference between these space phenomena? And which of them can be the most threatening to our planet?
Once every several million years, our planet collides with a space body so large that it causes a global planetary catastrophe. Let’s find out about the methods scientists invented to protect Earth if a massive celestial object decides to pay us a visit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The gemstone, which is now called the Hope Diamond, was formed deep within the Earth more than 1 billion years ago! It was originally used as one of the decorations of an Indian temple idol. But one day a Hindu priest decided it was far too beautiful and valuable to leave there and plucked it out. He was severely punished, of course, but the Hope Diamond was already out of the temple.
“The King's jewel,” “The blue of France” - these are some nicknames for the most mysterious and seemingly dangerous gem in history. The selected few who were “lucky” enough to possess the famous Hope Diamond died horrific deaths. But in the beginning, nobody could foresee the trouble... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lots of people on certain parts of continents don’t have access to fresh water from rivers or lakes, and this crisis is getting more and more serious each year. Every 7th person on the planet suffers from a lack of access to clean drinkable water right now. And some experts say that as the world population doubles by 2030, that statistic will skyrocket to one-half!
Actually, 97% of all the water on the planet has always been briny, and you can safely assume that it’s this way for a reason. …So magically pushing a button to make it fresh water in this hypothetical situation would be devastating for life on this planet. And here's why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you afraid of alien invasions or giant meteors rushing toward Earth? Oh, forget about them! There’s something much more dangerous lurking in space, and it’s called "strange matter." While people don't know much about it, experts are sure that under particular conditions, this stuff would be able to eat our planet alive!
Imagine a jar of honey that suddenly goes nuts and decides to consume everything around: the table, plates, your kitchen, you, the whole galaxy! That's exactly what may happen if the strange matter was left to roam on its own. But would there be a way to stop all this from happening? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are several main reasons why people confront you about inappropriate things. Sometimes they don't realize that it's unsuitable. Yup, some people genuinely think that there's nothing wrong with asking you about your weight or when will you finally get married. Some people are brutally honest by nature. They're not used to keeping their mouth shut. There are people who are just angry! And this type of personality really does want to hurt you.
So, let's imagine you're hanging out with your friends, laughing, and having a great time, when someone suddenly asks you the rudest question ever. What should you do? Don't worry, we know exactly how you can become the king or queen of witty comebacks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you ever think you could serve jail time for a selfie? Well, there’s no country quite like Saudi Arabia, and while it definitely has a colorful culture, some of its traditions and rules are fascinating…. And some are just plain weird!
For example, birth control is often accessible only for married women. Some pharmacies can ask for a marriage certificate before selling contraceptives! If you're a Saudi man, giving flowers to your sweetheart is also not a good idea. Here, women can only receive flowers from other women. And there are no cinemas in Saudi Arabia. The government believes that movies may give men and women inappropriate ideas. Can you imagine that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So, airplane food. The best part of flying, right? Who doesn't like to hear the phrase "Chicken or fish?" But it seems that the question really is "to eat or not to eat?"... Did you know, for example, that your airplane food isn’t exactly super fresh? Typically, your meal gets prepared 10 hours before you take that first bite. Or that all the dishes you eat from during the flight - even plastic ones! - are reusable?
Interesting enough, that fact is that airline companies plan all their meals up to a year in advance! They count every single cherry tomato that you'll later find in your salad. Can you imagine that? You've probably heard that famous story when American Airlines managed to save $40,000 after they removed an itsy-bitsy olive from each salad on their flights! Yep, it's all about the right planning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever noticed that some people could easily gain the trust of everyone and create a positive image of themselves? Jeff Haden, one of the most influential and popular people on LinkedIn and the author of almost 30 business and communication books, explained how they do it. It turns out they know some simple secrets, and today you have a chance to discover them all.
Have you ever thought, for example, how powerful tool a touch is? It helps people understand their emotions better. Expressing your feelings depends on the situation – you could either shake hands or pat someone on the back. This will help you show how sincere your words are, express the right feelings, and gain the trust of others. Interested? Here're really important characteristics that make any person look more confident and charming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you live in a country for many years, everything looks ordinary and familiar. But an outsider will always spot some curious quirks in your customs and behaviors that make them think, “What’s going on here?” Life in the US can puzzle newcomers in many ways, from buying foods and magazines in a pharmacy to deep-frying almost anything you can think of.
For example, if you’re not from the US, it may be puzzling to walk into a pharmacy and see aisles and aisles of over-the-counter meds, toys, makeup, clothes, and even groceries! In America, if a restaurant doesn’t offer free refills on fountain drinks, it’s kind of strange. But in other countries, once you buy one beverage, that’s it! And Americans speak so loud compared to other countries. Whether it’s talking on your cell phone or chatting with a friend over lunch, Americans seem to really like projecting their voice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is the toothiest critter that ever lived on our planet? For example, the strength of human jaws is about 160 pounds per square inch. It’s good to break some tough cookie or a pistachio shell, which is enough for survival in our harsh modern world. But what about more serious contenders?
A mastiff is among the mightiest friends humans have, and it can easily snap a thick branch in two. A lion can show 650 psi — it’s four times stronger than the human’s bite! But did you know that the hyena’s jaw force is higher than that of both lion’s and tiger’s? Well, if hyenas were not cowardly, they would probably be among the most feared animals of the savannah! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today it’s difficult (if not impossible) to find a person without a phone. We take them with us everywhere, even in the shower and in bed. However, keeping your phone in some places can be really dangerous for your device and, even worse, for your health.
Did you know, for example, that keeping a phone in the front pocket can have a really negative effect on men’s health? A study from the University of Exeter has proven that the electromagnetic radiation emitted by phones adversely affects the quality and quantity of sperm. The longer a man keeps his phone in his pants, the higher the risk! As for ladies, they aren’t safe either! Even though there’s still no consensus about whether or not cell phone radiation causes cancer, scientists recommend keeping your phone away from your breasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When was the last time you slept like a rock and woke up fresh and full of energy on your own without any alarm or disruptions? Yeah, getting enough good-quality sleep seems impossible for many and raises a lot of questions, like what if you can’t sleep at night? Is it bad to eat right before bed? Why do you feel so tired after long but disrupted sleep?
Oh, the last one is one of the most important issues, right? It turns out that’s because a long slumber sesh that involved you constantly waking up is pretty much the same as a night with really short sleep. So if something keeps waking you at night, it’s best to get the source of the problem figured out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Phones make our life easier, more connected and interesting. But they can bring a lot of trouble too. And among the main ones is interference with our private life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever thought about how your muscles work? If you haven't, then welcome to the show! Our today's guests are Muscle, Brain, and Heart. They've got together to tell you more about themselves and each other. Why does Muscle put up with electric shocks Brain gives him? Who can exercise without rest and never get tired? And finally, who's boss here? About this and much more you will learn from today's show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You've probably never thought how much the way you live on Earth depends on the size of the Sun! The Sun is a yellow dwarf: a perfect sphere of scorching plasma, generating a magnetic field 24/7. Despite being called a dwarf, its mass is 330,000 times bigger than that of the Earth! And the diameter of this giant is more than 864,000 miles!
But what if it became a red dwarf? First of all, red dwarf stars are much colder than yellow dwarfs. So the climate all over the planet would be getting colder and colder, and it would become impossible to live too close to the North and the South poles. And quite soon, half of the planet would turn into an icy desert... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you looked up plane tickets to Florida, and bam, you get bombarded with pop-up ads for sunscreen, swimsuits, and affordable oceanside hotels? Or better yet, you talked about that new lotion with your friends and immediately got an exclusive discount for it online? How is it even possible and if there’s a way to stop it?
If it sounds creepy to you, then think whether you have an app that keeps track of your jogging routes or, for example, tells you where the nearest gas station is. Did you carefully read all the terms and conditions it asked you to agree with as you installed it? Not really? Congratulations! You granted the app the right to trace their location and pass this information over to other companies! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ugh, standing in line for the bathroom. Waiting your turn to a cacophony of flushes, stalls slamming open and closed, hand dryers blowing, and…other sounds. And why are some public bathrooms so stinky? Well, one reason is that the toilets in most public bathrooms don’t have lids, so the aroma lets loose. Could it be that city planners want the smell to chase you away, thereby speeding up the line? Is that why public toilets don’t have lids? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Remember the days when your internet was connected through the phone line? Oh, that sound of dial-up! We’ve come a long way since then, and chances are that you’re watching this video through Wi-Fi right now. So how did we get here anyway?
In the 1980s, personal computers had begun to enter our lives for good. But at that time, they were connected to the internet through the infamous Ethernet cables. Maybe scientists were getting tired of tripping over all those cables? They decided they wanted to start sending data using radio signals. However, those early attempts were unsuccessful. What scientists didn’t know at the time was that the problem had been solved a decade before PCs were even invented! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey there! Do you know what House you’d be in at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry? Have you already found out what your Patronus would be? Have you read all the books cover-to-cover and seen all the movies more times than you can count? Then you must be a bonafide Potterhead! And according to a recent study, that makes you a really good person!
The people who have read the Harry Potter books or watched the movies and fell in love with them must have formed a strong bond to each of the main characters and their great friendship. This love and understanding for people who don’t fit in could alter your worldview and make you more empathetic towards people who are different from others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you’re stuck paying off credit card debt and balancing two jobs, the idea of having extra money to spend on vacations and luxury cars may seem like a pipe dream. But honestly, acquiring wealth is simply about sacrifices.
What would you be willing to give up? Sleeping in on the weekends? Ohhh, that one hurts! It’s ideal to get 7 to 8 hours of sleep, but working hard at your craft or career often requires sleepless nights. Entertainment like movies, TV shows, concerts also waste valuable time. And your money, too. And what about family life? What if you dream of having a wedding and lots of kids? It’s all about prioritizing. Yeah, that's tough! But let's try to figure out how you can deal with all that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's your association with the word "etiquette"? Something old-fashioned, like gentlemen in top hats and ladies with teacups in their gloved hands? Well, this picture has nothing to do with modern etiquette habits. If you want to be perceived as a well-mannered, polite, and respected person, you might want to brush up on this topic.
The thing is, the rules have changed, but we still should follow them in order to not feel awkward. All polite people want to know and observe etiquette rules, especially when some of them aren’t that obvious. For example, if all you want to write in your email is "Thank you!", avoid sending it. You will just clog the recipient's inbox. Yeah, I never knew that, too 🙃. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You're walking along the street, thinking sweet thoughts when you hear - bang! A car crash! Luckily, both drivers are unharmed thanks to the airbags, which activated just in time! But can airbags even save the lives of Formula 1 drivers who accelerate their cars to mind-bending speeds? They probably could... if there were airbags in F1 race cars!
Yep! F1 drivers don't have any need for airbags. Pretty shocking, huh? So let's get into the detail: high speeds, mind-blowing circuit turns, huge chances of a crash, and no airbags needed? Exactly! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You are exhausted after a hard working day but can’t fall asleep. Too many disturbing thoughts, too many things you consider problems. Such a situation is familiar to many of us. How to let everything that bothers you go away? And how to turn on a "positivity" switch in your brain? First of all, try changing your diet. Too much fast food in the diet and constant overeating negatively affect connections between brain cells. In addition, eating too much fast food may cause depression.
The road to self-improvement must start with adopting a positive mental attitude. For example, you can write down your worries. It will help you to stop constantly trying to remember which things you should be worried about. After that, your brain will direct its power not to memorizing but to looking for a solution to your problems. Interested? Here're some other simple techniques that will teach your mind not to concentrate on bothersome thoughts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever felt like your dog can really understand you? Yeah, when they look at you with those cute soulful eyes it seems like they actually get you when you say you love them or scold them for eating something off the table. Well, it's true! It turns out that dogs possess a basic understanding of words they’ve been taught to associate with objects. Of course, they can’t fully grasp the precise meaning of words, but our speech isn’t just gibberish to them.
A new study has shown that dogs use the left side of the brain to process familiar words, and their right side to work out the intonation. And this is exactly how human brains react to speech, too! Actually, dogs have much in common with people. They can count in small numbers, they like watching TV, and they can even fall in love the same way people do! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you're a girl then you know that having a younger sister is a lot of fun even though she keeps borrowing clothes from your wardrobe. But would you believe she can influence your life in a much more serious way? Researchers from Sweden and New Zeland teamed up to find out if there is any connection between the birth order and weight. Their results turned out to be quite surprising!
According to the study, at birth first-born women actually weighed less than their siblings, but when they grew up they were 29% more likely to be overweight and 40% more likely to be obese in comparison with their second-born sisters. So you'd better put away that bag of chips if you have a younger sister! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When its too cold outside airplanes get delayed or in extreme cases even cancelled. Let's hear what are the conditions for a plane to be delayed or cancelled! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fast food is a great way to get a quick meal if you're busy. But one of the side effects is that you can get all messy and have those crumbs all over your jeans. How do you eat chips, tortillas or sandwiches and not get all messy? How do you carry a cup of coffee and not spill it all over your white sweater? Here're 7 genius ways to eat the world's messiest foods. You’ll never have cheesy fingers again after this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How much do you really know about the Bermuda Triangle? Scary stories, unproven theories? Our hosts will share with you the story of a survivor who had more than a curious experience and it will definitely make you question everything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What sank the Titanic? One answer appears in our minds right away: the iceberg. But was it really so? It turns out, there were numerous mistakes that sank the huge ship. Here're 10 things that contributed to the sinking of the Titanic. Some of them are quite unexpected, but the most tragic of them was the number of people aboard the ship. Here's why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you planning a vacation? Make sure you take all the necessary things with you: your passport, your credit card, a crayon. Wait, a crayon? Yup, in this video I'm gonna tell you why you should always carry a crayon in your pocket. The reason is simple but quite surprising. I'm ready to share some of the coolest travel tips with you: you'll learn a tip that works when you're picking out your seats, and how to make sure no one tries to swipe your valuables. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our bodies are wonder mechanisms - every detail somehow works and makes our bodies some of the most surprising creations ever. There're so many cool body facts we had absolutely no idea about. For example, did you know that having larger pupils may actually be a sign of intelligence? And body position makes an impact on your memory. By the way, your middle ear picks up sound waves. Here're the coolest body facts gathered in one place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ships and planes disappearing without a trace , passengers never seen or heard from again, reports of strange lights in the sky. No - these aren't scenes from a Hollywood blockbuster, but some of the strange occurrences report for over a century in an area ominously dubbed as the graveyard of lake Ontario, also referred as Canada's Bermuda triangle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The sinking of the Titanic is, to this day, one of the worst catastrophes to come out of a long chain of unfortunate and untimely events. And that chain that would decide the cruel fate of the great Unsinkable Ship started with… a tiny key.
It seemed like such an insignificant little thing. So trivial that the man who’d had it with him completely forgot to hand it over to the person who’d desperately need it at a critical moment. That man was 37-year-old David Blair, and he was holding the key to the locked cabinet where all the binoculars for the lookouts were stored. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
An Italian proverb says, “If the Sun shines on me, I care not for the Moon.” It's a flippant remark, as the Earth’s satellite is some simple thing not worthy of consideration. And we're going to share the most interesting facts about the Moon with you; it might change your mind about the moon's simplicity.
Did you know, for example, that there are huge temperature fluctuations on the Moon? Or that its gravity is only 1/6th that of the Earth’s. If your weight here is 100 pounds, you’ll only weigh 17 pounds standing on the Moon’s surface. You would also be able to walk a distance 6 times longer and carry a weight 6 times heavier there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you want to achieve something, you have to believe in yourself despite all odds. One Australian girl is a living example of that valuable motto because she’s proven to the world that she can break down any barrier in her way to make her dreams come true.
Madeline Stuart is the first professional model with Down syndrome. On the day she was born, the doctor warned her mother Rosanne that her child wouldn't accomplish much in life because of the disability. If only that doctor had known how wrong he was! Rosanne understood all the challenges that were waiting for her daughter but was keen on giving her every opportunity to grow as an individual. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For years, scientists have been struggling to explain bizarre sounds - some repeating, some heard only once - that fill the atmosphere of our planet. From bewildering hums to worrying sonic booms and bloops, yes, bloops -- the air is literally filled with outlandish acoustic phenomena. And most of these sounds still leave researchers scratching their heads.
Have you ever heard, for example, that astronomers found a singing black hole? Scientists say that the black hole has been performing the longest-lasting symphony known to us humans, and this symphony is being played at the lowest note in the universe at that! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The heroine of this story lived a very long life; the longest among Nobel prize winners. She was an amazing woman who became a scientist, despite her father’s objection. Not even the cruel dictates of Mussolini would interfere with her intention to advance science.
Rita Levi-Montalcini was the most extravagant Nobel Prize winner, and one of only a few women who have done so. She lived to be 103 years old and devoted her whole life to science. She was a neurobiologist and brain specialist who gained international recognition and legendary fame, making history with science, despite all the obstacles she faced... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Out of the nearly 500 different species of shark that inhabit the oceans today, only a dozen or so have ever been known to go after humans. And even in those cases, it’s only believed to have happened because the shark was confused or curious. So, despite what movies like Jaws or The Meg have shown us over the years, there aren’t any sharks roaming near the shoreline, looking for people to eat.
In fact, sharks tend to prefer smaller fish and invertebrates. When it comes to us, it’s an old cliché but it rings true – they’re more scared of you than you are of them. Of course, everybody should know how to decrease the chances of encountering a shark. And if you happen upon one, here's what you should do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine for a moment that you’re lost in an underground cave. You have no food, but plenty of fresh water to sustain you. There’s a catch, however: your partner, who’s gone for help, hasn’t returned for a few days now, and you’re quickly running out of breathing air. This is a true story of Xisco Gràcia’s dangerous ordeal in the Spanish caves.
Gràcia is a 56-year-old geology teacher. He’s spent many years as a scuba diver in the caves that make a huge network beneath Mallorca. Almost every weekend he takes his gear, calls on one of his diving partners, and goes on another underground adventure, mapping the mysterious hollows of the island. Bur even for such a skilled scuba diver as he is, underground caves can pose a real threat... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine for a moment that you’re lost in an underground cave. You have no food, but plenty of fresh water to sustain you. There’s a catch, however: your partner, who’s gone for help, hasn’t returned for a few days now, and you’re quickly running out of breathing air. This is a true story of Xisco Gràcia’s dangerous ordeal in the Spanish caves.
Gràcia is a 56-year-old geology teacher. He’s spent many years as a scuba diver in the caves that make a huge network beneath Mallorca. Almost every weekend he takes his gear, calls on one of his diving partners, and goes on another underground adventure, mapping the mysterious hollows of the island. Bur even for such a skilled scuba diver as he is, underground caves can pose a real threat... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever dreamt of traveling through time? Would you go to the future or to the past? Rudolf Fentz didn't choose the time, he simply found himself in Times Square, hardly recognizing anything: people in unusual clothes, strange noisy machines he'd never seen before, lights everywhere. What happened?
It was in the summer of 1951. At about 11:15, passers-by in Times Square noticed a young man in his twenties. He was dressed in the fashion of the late 19th century. He looked lost and clueless, and obviously had no idea how he’d gotten to the crossroad. Where did he come from? Nobody saw it, he just appeared in that spot as if out of thin air... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever tried to sell something online? And did you succeed at it? Or maybe you had a hard time selling the watch grandma gave you for the graduation that you put on sale because of a “personal financial crisis”? Don’t worry, you’ll be much better at e-commerce once you know the secrets of the trade.
For example, there's a trick that marketers have long used to sell products that aren’t exactly the most popular. A free gift or a bonus increases the value of the purchase in the eyes of the buyer. For example, when you’re selling a laptop, offer a flash drive or headphones as a gift. And be sure to mention the bonus in the beginning of your ad! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you worried about giving your fingerprints when you get a new passport, for example? This procedure gives your unique info to the authorities, that’s true. But did you know there are many other parts of your body that can give your identity away as surely as your fingertips?
Did you ever think, for example, that your toe prints are unique, too?. Some scientists even think that toe printing is a better way to collect biometric data about an individual because toe patterns are less likely to be erased. So, guys, those of you in the Witness Protection Program will really want to watch this. And the rest of you can also check it out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you’re scared of spiders, you’re not alone. In fact, in the US, 1 in 10 people are affected by a phobia, and 40% of those phobias are related to bugs. If one of those people is you, here’s the bad news – there are nearly 40,000 different types of spiders in the world, and almost all of them are venomous.
Of course, very few of those venomous spiders produce a poison toxic enough to cause harm to humans at all. And since the use of antivenom became commonplace in the 1950’s, the instances of people falling victim to seriously dangerous spiders are practically non-existent. Which isn’t to say you shouldn’t be careful if you come across any of those known to be toxic to humans. So, what should you do the next time you see one? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In childhood, it seemed to us that when we grow up, we will get an opportunity to do what we really want. However, in reality, it turns out that everyone around us has an interest in our life — parents demand we have grandchildren, friends give advice on opening your own business, while the manufacturers of various goods want you to buy things that you don't need. And every other person is ready to tell us how we’re supposed to live because “it’s important” or “everybody does it.” In reality, many desires that adults have are dictated by the stereotypes and false values of the society we live in. And almost all of us get trapped in these psychological tricks at least once. As a result, we start to think along these patterns that were intrusively placed into our heads... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are many things that we think are the same, but they’re actually 2 different things. For example, when someone says, “I’m going to America,” they probably mean the US. Would you like to have a mug of coffee or a cup of coffee? Have you brought a mushroom or a toadstool from the forest? Did you have a macaron or a macaroon with lunch yesterday? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
While most of us will probably never get a chance to meet the Queen, it couldn’t hurt to brush up on your court etiquette, just in case. No one wants to wind up being thrown out of Her Majesty’s dinner party, so you should remember the rules if you want to avoid making a royal fool of yourself. By the way, let’s just assume right here that burping or some other release of gas is forbidden, so we’ll stick to the main ones.
Did you know, for example, that using French words is considered impolite when speaking with the Queen, or any member of the royal family? Of course, breaking the rules of etiquette probably won’t get you thrown into the Tower of London in chains, or even out on the street, you should be on your best behavior if you want your royal rendezvous to go smoothly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are 2 words people tend to confuse with each other: meteors and meteoroids. Meteors are essentially streaks of light made by burning debris from comets. To put it more romantically, meteors are “shooting stars”! Meteoroids are space rocks before they enter the earth’s atmosphere and lose the –oid part of their name.
These things are fragments of comets. Just like Earth and other planets, comets move around the Sun. And when they come near it, the Sun boils away some of their icy surfaces, and dust and rock break away. And – meteoroids are born. There’s plenty of this stuff floating out in space and circling the Sun. But occasionally, our planet comes across a trail of debris when our orbits cross paths... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When it comes to flight attendants, most people assume their main role is a “waiter in the sky”. But they are capable of much more than bringing you a beverage and a snack. Would you believe they could even save your life?
That is exactly what happened during a flight from Seattle to San Francisco. For one female flight attendant, she had no idea that this short flight would turn out to be unlike any she had ever had in her ten years of experience. At first, everything was routine, but as the plane took off she noticed a strange pair among her passengers – a young girl and a much older man who accompanied her... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A lot of expeditions have mysteriously ended in disasters. In the past, many ships got stuck on the ice, and people were stranded. Some ships have sunk and were never found. Not to mention that the Arctic Ocean underneath is still relatively unexplored. Did you know that even though the South Pole is colder than the North Pole, it gets approximately 20,000 visitors per year? Whereas the North Pole only gets about 1,000, including expeditioners. Why is that?
We’ve managed to explore almost all of our planet’s land, including all the inhospitable locations. And the North Pole made that list. So, what makes this place so dangerous? Why would Santa Claus choose to make this place his headquarters? What’s really going on there? Let’s try to figure it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Elements from Japanese culture are in our lives right now: many people watch anime and Japanese TV series, they eat wok and sushi, and they listen to songs by Japanese singers. And even such a seemingly ordinary thing as karaoke actually originated in Japan. However, there are still some things that can only be seen in the Land of the Rising Sun.
Really, Japan is a unique country, different from the rest of the world. Wanna have Pringles soup when in Japan? Here you go. In the mood for dinner with a huge plush Moomin in a Japanese cafe? Not a problem at all. Here are some cultural things can’t be seen anywhere but in Japan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fresh water is one of the most valuable resources we have. There are many countries that have massive shortages of drinking water, and people have been in constant search for new sources. But recently, a solution just might have been discovered — and it lies deep under the ocean.
Reservoirs of fresh water under the seabed were discovered back in the 1970s. It was not exactly drinking quality, but the level of salt in it was at least half that of the sea above the pockets. At the time, though, the researchers thought about this water as no more than a curiosity. Interest in the subject flared anew in 2015. And what scientists found was simply astounding! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let’s admit the truth of life: some people always try to impress others. How do they do it? Typically, with the help of things. And while some objects can amaze with their uniqueness or unusual design or outstanding quality, a number of them take first prizes because of their ridiculously high cost. And you will never guess how much money exactly people pay to own something unique!
For example, are you willing to pay $50,000 for an umbrella made of black crocodile leather? Or $48 million for a smartphone coated with gold or platinum and inlaid with a pink diamond? If you want to save a bit of money, there are cheaper models for you to choose from. For example, models with an orange diamond will cost 42 and a half million dollars. No comment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So you’re going on vacation for a while. What’s your go-to hiding place for your valuables? Maybe at the bottom of your cereal boxes? How about your freezer drawers? Perhaps you’re stacking some money in your toilet tank? These might seem like excellent spots to keep your possessions, but unfortunately, robbers already know about them.
According to recent statistics, there are approximately 3.7 million home burglaries every year in the US alone. And even though the numbers are growing by the day, the hidey-holes haven’t gotten any more creative. Thieves tend to spend an of average 8 to 12 minutes in each property they break into, and they know exactly where to look. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A concrete island with tumble-down houses and not a single tree or plant around. The gloomiest place on Earth you’ve ever seen, for sure. Can it be real? In fact, it is. Welcome to Hashima!
This island 9 miles from Nagasaki is one of many hundreds of uninhabited islands in the prefecture. Unlike others, which are green and covered with forests, Hashima looks like bare rocks with no plants on them. If you look closer you’ll see that the rocks are actually empty high-risers standing on manmade coastal banks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What comes to your mind when you hear the word “sea”? Probably sandy beaches, palm trees, the tide rolling in and splashing the shore. But what about an invisible sea with no shores? Bu the way, this sea has also got a mysterious reputation for swallowing ships. On its western fringes, you’ll find the island of Bermuda. Yes, that very Bermuda and its infamous triangle that’s been tied to tons of mysterious maritime disappearances.
The first official record of a lost ship was made in 1840 when the London Times reported the disappearance of the Rosalie. The interesting part is that it didn’t just disappear or get swallowed to the bottom of the sea. No, it was eventually found floating aimlessly with not a single person on board... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Astronomers have just spotted a new planet approximately 22.5 light-years away from us! And the most exciting thing about this new planet is that it has three suns! Researchers say that it might be our best shot at encountering other life forms!
What excited researchers the most, is the fact that this planet seems to have an atmosphere! And that means that somewhere over there, there may be extraterrestrial life! What's more, the chances are high that soon, scientists will be able to confirm the existence of the atmosphere on the planet. They are full of hope because though the temperature on the planet seems way too hot, there's still a chance that something (or somebody) has adapted to these nightmarish conditions. So, are we going to meet our space neighbors any time soon? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every time we buy goods and services we have to decide what price we are ready to pay for them. When the price depends on the quality, it is easy to make the choice. But if you have to choose between a budget version you are used to and some costly novelty, that’s when you have a dilemma trying to decide whether you should overpay or not.
Everything you buy has a price and a value. Sometimes spending more money than you think you should at first, can save you some serious cash in the long run. Here’s a list of items that are evidence of how that rule works in real life. These things will improve the level of your life and pay off their cost quickly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There you are, at the airport, sitting in the departure lounge waiting for your flight. Then, you see them walk by in their crisp uniforms. Pilots – they’re the epitome of “cool”! And when you see those pictures on social media showing pilots taking epic selfies tens of thousands of feet in the air, then you’re really convinced! It’s hard to imagine what their life is really like, but it might be way different from what you think!
Do you know, for example, what happens if one of the pilots does get sick or needs emergency medical assistance? Or if a pilot needs to leave the cockpit and get some rest? Or what are the health risks associated with the job? Or have you ever wonder why the plane takes so long to land? Like, why are we doing circles around the airport? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sleepwalking is one of the most bizarre and terrifying phenomena out there! The human body is incredible, but it can be a real challenge too! Imagine someone looks you straight in the eye and says that you were eating, cooking, talking, walking, even driving (yes, there have been cases!), yet you don’t remember a thing.
You might deny it just because it sounds like utter nonsense. But if you’re a sleepwalker, there’s nothing to be ashamed of! What causes sleepwalking varies from person to person, and experts still aren’t even 100% sure why it happens. But some common culprits include depression, OCD, insomnia, sleep apnea, night terrors, and problems with the nervous system. What do all those have in common? Yep, they’re all out of your control. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine you’re going on a hike with a few of your friends to the Grand Canyon. You’ve planned to spend the night, camp like boy scouts, and most importantly, have fun. As you’re on the trail towards your destination, your fastest buddy is a few hundred feet ahead. Suddenly, you see him tripping, and just as he’s about to hit the ground, he vanishes into thin air, right in front of your eyes.
What would you do? Would you trust your eyes, or think of it as a hallucination? That's exactly what happened to James Burne Worson 126 years ago. He simply vanished. Nobody could explain this incident using logic. His friends were in utter shock... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the summer of 2014, Viktor Kazachenko was riding his motorcycle across the steppe of Northern Kazakhstan. He was headed to a nearby town to run some errands, but he never arrived. Kazachenko was hit by a mysterious illness that made him black-out and fall asleep while riding. He woke up 4 days later in the hospital, with no memory of what happened. And, he wasn’t the only one.
The village of Kalachi, in Kazakhstan, has been struck by a true medical enigma that’s causing people to fall asleep for days at a time. Interestingly, when they come out of it, they have no recollection of what happened. Forty-six-year-old Taisiya, from Kalachi, experienced this sleepy hollow 3 times in just a few years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Humans seem to have seen everything there is to be discovered on Earth. But is it really so? In fact, not in the least. Our planet hides so many secrets that we might spend another thousand years and still not see it all. And yet, recent discoveries make scientists all over the world ring the alarm bells: the Earth might be in more danger than we thought.
As you know, the deepest point on the planet is the Mariana trench in the Pacific Ocean. There have been many attempts to explore it. We have only found about 5% of creatures dwelling under the sea, and we’ve no idea what else can be lurking down there. And yet something has been found there. Something disturbing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From time to time, we all face different insignificant issues while cooking. Overcooked chicken, lumpy sauce, or a piece of beef that you forgot to take out of the freezer to defrost for dinner can easily spoil your mood. And if the question "What’s for dinner tonight?" makes you feel a little uneasy -- because you don't consider yourself the best cook in the world, turn off those competitive cooking shows – and tune in here!
You're about to find out how to make crispy fries even crispier, peel tomatoes effortlessly, whip cream with no blender, and many other useful tricks! Here are some really cool cooking tricks. Having them under your sleeve will make cooking easy-peasy for you, help you to save time and avoid many problems while cooking! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each of us has held worn clothing in our hands and wondered if we should wear it one more time or put it in the washing machine. Not everyone knows all the rules for washing. For example, you need to wash some clothing inside out, because it absorbs bodily fluids which are primarily inside. And sometimes our stuff is much dirtier than it looks.
Of course, we shower and stay up on our hygiene, but our skin has natural oils and sweat, and they get the clothes dirty! And what about bed sheets and pillowcases? They should be washed every at least 2 weeks. Remember that you shed dead skin while you sleep, and you know what loves to munch on that? The dust mites in your bed! (Good luck falling asleep tonight! Heh-heh!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When Marine Second Lieutenant Walter Osipoff was boarding a plane on May 15, 1941, he didn't know yet that the flight would almost become his very last. Shortly after the takeoff, an accident that no one could have predicted left the man dangling high in the air, tangled in his parachute and hanging from the aircraft's tail in midflight.
It was another regular sunny morning in California, and everything was calm at the North Island Naval airbase. There were no warning signs to the drama that was about to unfold in just a couple of hours. His parachute's ripcord got tangled with the automatic-release cord of the cargo cylinder, and the next thing he knew - his parachute was deploying inside the plane! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The airport is one of those special places that can be a mix of pure excitement, childlike wonder, and unbearable stress! Traveling can be fun and all, but most people wanna get through the airport part of it as quickly as possible.
The 3-1-1 rule (3 oz per container inside a transparent plastic bag) tells you how to pack liquids to get through the security checks at the airport. But there are many other ways of making sure that your airport experience is smooth, and one of them is to be ready for any situation. Here are 14 tips that will help you become an expert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We’ve all been there – it’s one in the morning and you’re still hungry. You get out of bed and make your way to the kitchen for a late-night snack. Because who can sleep when they’re hungry? But are there any health consequences to late-night snacking? We probably don’t even think about it, but maybe we should.
We shouldn’t go to bed hungry! Eating a huge bowl of cereal at 1 AM isn’t great if you’re trying to lose weight. But we’re more prone to this, though, if we’ve gone to bed hungry. At night we tend to crave foods that are either salty or sweet. So, if you have to get out of bed and curb that hunger, or satisfy that craving, try to choose something healthy to eat. Are there even more consequences of going to bed on an empty stomach? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey, guys! Today we'll talk about how to make the world's best pancakes! You're not a fan of pancakes? Oh, crepes are more of your style! Well, okay, you're about to find out how to cook not only fluffy pancakes, but also thinner, larger, and way more delicate French Crepes! Even though they take a bit longer to make, the preparation process isn’t rocket science. So, here are several simple recipes, as well as unexpected, but efficient cooking tips! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you love driving as much as I do? Even if you think you know everything about your car, there're plenty of unusual but helpful driving tips you can still learn. Let's start from the way you open the car door. I'm gonna show you a method of opening the door coined as the "Dutch reach". Also, you'll learn what that little hook in front of the passenger's seat and on your headrest means. By the way, did you know what that tab at the bottom of the rearview mirror is? These and more coolest features are coming your way... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every night you get an opportunity to see our natural satellite, the Moon. But what if the Moon suddenly disappeared? It's not just the disc in the night sky that would disappear - the consequences would be colossal. It's obvious that life on Earth as we know it wouldn't have evolved without the existence of the Moon. The Moon is controlling the tides and the molecules in the atmosphere and so much more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
About 71 percent of the Earth's surface is water-covered. But does the ocean have a price? How much would it cost if someone decided to buy it? Well, we've decided to count and here's the price tag we got: $24 trillion! This would mean that 1 cubic mile of water from the ocean costs 13 dollars. Well, that's more affordable, isn't it? Let's take a look at how this price is formed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There’re numerous misconceptions about our bodies that many of us believe in. For example, have you heard that TV screen can ruin your eyesight? Or that you will surely catch a cold if you go outside with wet hair? Maybe you believe that each of us has certain “taste sections” in our tongues? We’re gonna debunk these myths right now. Here’re 15 myths about our bodies we rarely question. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if you only ate one food your entire life? Imagine you signed up for an experiment program with some really good payment. The only problem is that the program won't end and now you have to eat only one type of food all the time... What would it feel like and what'd happen to your body? Here's a cool story about it. Let's follow the main character's adventure and find out what this experiment would lead to... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Know if You've Been Hacked? If you think your smartphone is your private zone, you may be very wrong. So far, there is no such device that can’t be hacked.
We often see our smartphones as our secure digital havens. We use them to keep our most personal information: from pictures to credit card details. Some people even save their passwords in Notes. That’s a bit too much, right? You probably have all your text and email communication, including work stuff, based or synchronized on your phone.
To reduce the potential risks, we figured out three things: the ways your phone can be hacked, how to recognize them, and how to protect your phone from hackers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all know that an asteroid wiped out the dinosaurs long time ago. But what happed to It afterwards? Why can't we see parts of that asteroid in any museum? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Walking is a totally free, easy exercise that requires little effort, and benefits not only your physical but also your mental well-being. If you’re looking for a simple yet very effective way of losing weight and improving your overall health, walking is something just for you. People who are physically active throughout their life are much less prone to this disease than those who have a more sedentary lifestyle. And that’s because they have more volume in their hippocampus, the part of the brain responsible for verbal memory and learning. A daily half-hour walk helps avoid serious problems, like coronary heart disease to name one, by lowering high blood pressure and cholesterol levels and improving blood circulation. Because of better-quality and deeper breathing, some symptoms associated with lung disease can show significant improvement thanks to walking. Muscle tone and weight loss is also totally achievable through simple walking. Find your optimal pace, but don’t break out into a jog. This sort of speed walking is low impact and doesn’t require any recovery time, which means no sore muscles to keep you from getting out and walking the next day. The Arthritis Foundation recommends at least 30 minutes of moderate walking a day to reduce pain, stiffness, and inflammation in the joints. Building strong bones will help you prevent osteoporosis and reduce bone loss. Walking contributes to better blood circulation within the spinal structures, pumping important nutrients into the soft tissues and improving posture and flexibility, both of which are vital for a healthy spine. A group of researchers at Iowa State University worked with hundreds of college students. Walking changed their mood for the better, even though no one warned them it could do so. If you still don’t feel motivated enough to start walking for your health, try joining a class or find a buddy who also wouldn’t mind getting all the benefits of walking. Another idea could be to hire a personal trainer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know, for example, that the strongest muscle in your body is your tongue? Or that people with light-colored eyes have a higher pain tolerance? Or that no matter how hard you try, you can’t tickle yourself? (I bet you’ve just checked that 😋). But I'm not gonna tell you everything right now. Just watch the video and have fun! Science rules! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey everyone! Are you a travel lover? Or maybe you just love to learn new things? Then this video is for you! Today, we're talking about one of the oldest civilizations in the world with a super rich culture and history. Yes, you're right, it's India!
It is a country where strange and unique things are possible. Did you know, for example, that India has a spa for elephants? Or that in West Bengal, cows are issued a photo-ID card? Or that India’s first rocket was transported to the launching station…on a bicycle?
And I'm almost sure you didn't know that some of the stuff you use every single day was invented in the land of spices, sarees and Taj Mahal. From the buttons on your shirt to the shampoo in your shower, there are so many things we can’t go without we can thank India for. So stay with us! You will be amazed to find out what unusual things this culture is full of! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here on Bright Side podcasts, two hosts are ready to share the information that didn't make the newspaper headlines in 1912. What if the Titanic didn't sink just because of an iceberg? There is more to the story that you know. Kate and Leo, however famous, aren't as fantastic as the true survivors of the Titanic tragedy who had their stories told. How much do you not know? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you think you've stopped growing and you're at the pick of your height, I have great news for you! You can grow an inch in height in just five minutes! The recipe is easy and effective: all you'll need is a chin-up bar or somewhere to hang from...
Here're 8 lifehacks you can do to improve your body. You'll find out how your ear can help you if your throat starts itching. Also, you'll learn how to impress everyone at the next pool party you’ll attend! And the coolest trick will help your eyes relax if you keep staring at the screen for hours without proper rest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the surface, modern alligators might not seem as impressive as the giants they once walked among. That doesn't mean these guys aren't any less dangerous. In Florida alone, seven to ten people fall prey to alligator attacks every year. About six percent of these attacks prove fatal.
That begs the question of what to do if a gator starts to think you look tasty. If you encounter a gator on dry land, the first step is to run. By the way, alligators are surprisingly fast but don’t have very much in the way of endurance. They’ll usually get tired and give up quickly. But what if one manages to catch you by surprise? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A tsunami is a string of immense waves that appear after earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, underwater landslides, and even asteroid impacts. The largest mega-tsunami wave ever recorded was documented on July 9, 1958, in Lituya Bay, in Alaska. The height of the wave reached a stunning 1,720 ft.
This situation is no joke, and as soon as you find out that a tsunami is coming, you must act immediately to save your life. Here’s what you need to do right away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do cinnamon rolls, a rose garden, and fresh linen have in common? That’s right, they all smell so good you can’t get enough of that aroma. The good news is your house can smell just as dreamy if you follow some simple tips!
Do you know, for example, how vinegar can help you combat stinky toilet? Or why you should keep baking soda in your fridge? Or how to deodorize your bathroom? Oh, this one is really cool! Just sprinkle the cardboard tube inside toilet paper roll with a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Whenever you rip off a piece of toilet paper in the future, the essential oil smell will come out and deodorize the room! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Elections are one of the most awaited events in a country. And picking the most intelligent and responsible representative is definitely a must. Most of us have our very own expectations, but seeing a cat or a dog on your ballot isn’t one of them.
Non-human electoral candidates: this is the term coined for animals who run for a specific office. There are, surprisingly, a lot of amazing cases all over the world. In case you’re wondering why and how this happened, the answer would be either a kind of protest or purely for entertainment purposes. So what would happen if a dog or cat has been elected as a Mayor? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
To be fair, about 80% of all flights are ON time — that is, within 15 minutes of the scheduled time. The other 20% are delayed, and it might seem a huge number, but consider this: a commercial flight is not like hopping into a car and driving away. It’s an extremely serious operation that requires lots of coordinated work from hundreds of people. Just recall how many steps do you, as a passenger, need to take to get on board! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So, ever seen an athlete packing it with bananas after an intense workout? You know, there’s a good reason for that, and it concerns you and me as well! Of course, you don’t have to munch on the long yellow stuff like crazy, but eating a single banana every day can definitely do you lots of good!
For example, if you’re on the track to shedding a few extra pounds but having difficulty curbing that sweet tooth, a banana can help you out. Its natural sweetness is a blessing when you’re craving for something sugary! Also, a medium-sized banana contains only about 100 calories, as opposed to 400 in a chocolate bar you would eat otherwise. So stack up on a bunch of those yellow goodies and lay them on your desk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It might seem like all humans are born the same, and it's impossible to predict the future success of a young kid. However, it turns out there are some common features that make successful individuals stand out from the crowd, and these features start showing at an early age. And no, it’s not that silver spoon they have in their mouth.
Did you know, for example, that gifted kids can be really rebellious and stubborn? Yup, don't scold them! While your kid's naughty behavior might be your worst nightmare, it may mean that he or she is going to become very successful in the future! Paradoxically, children who don't want to conform to the rules, defend their independence, and flat out refuse to obey their parents are much more likely to become rich and successful. Btw, there are 14 more common traits most gifted kids share that can foretell a bright future before they even start school! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Something strange happens in a small village in Poland. Local women sound the alarm. The mayor wants to reward someone who delivers what's been missing. Experts try to solve the inexplicable mystery that'd gripped the place... Relax, nothing criminal going on there. Just a little demographic puzzle.
Miejsce Odrzanskie is an old, cozy village in the south of Poland. A little over 300 people live there now. Many of them have daughters, sometimes even two per family. Just like in the rest of the world, you’d say, except for one thing. Not a single boy has been born there in nearly a decade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Everyone’s seen mold on food at some point. Its spores are everywhere around us, and they fly in the air looking for a nice warm and damp place to live and grow. When a mold spore sits down on a wet surface, it grows thin fibers that tangle and form that grey and fluffy fungus we’re used to seeing.
The dangerous kinds of mold can have a different impact on a human body – from allergies to poisonings. It’s next to impossible to know the degree of danger of different kinds of mold just by looking at it. But almost all the mold that appears on products in your home, not under special conditions, is bad... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What food is native to the South American Andes, was once believed to be poisonous, and still, to this day gets mistaken as a vegetable when it’s really a fruit? Ok, assuming you read the title of this video before you clicked on it, you know that it's tomatoes! Wanna get glowing skin? If you’re looking for more vitamin C to boost collagen levels, you’ll get 30% of your daily value in 1 tomato alone! Are you trying to lose weight? Tomatoes give you energy and good stuff to fuel your body without taking in extra calories that’ll turn into fat!
Experts say that just 1 serving of tomatoes a day will allow you to reap all the benefits. When it comes to this single serving, you’ve got plenty of options! It can be 1 big regular tomato, 7 oz of chopped canned ones, 6 cherry tomatoes, 4 sun-dried tomatoes, 2 tablespoons of its puree, or a glass of tomato juice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You ever notice that it’s the little things in life like waking up with the sunrise, sharing a laugh with a friend, or finding that unexpected Atomic Fire Ball hard candy in your desk that fill your life with joy and happiness? These small things can also help put you back on track if something goes wrong.
For example, one of the coolest ideas is getting a notebook for ideas. You don’t know when you’ll need to add a new task to your to-do list or write down a brilliant idea for a movie that you suddenly came up with. Also, make a habit of starting your morning with a clear list of tasks and chores that need to be done by the end of the day. And don’t forget to cross them off once you’ve finished because, spoiler alert, that’s the best part! So, guys, if you want to take charge of your life, here're just the right tips for you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SUBSCRIBE Have you ever wondered if there are things an airplane simply can’t or won’t do? It turns out that airplanes have strict rules regarding their pathways in the sky – for safety reasons, and for the sake of staying friendly with continental neighbors. Some of the places they’re not allowed to fly over might surprise you!
For example, planes won’t fly directly over the Earth’s poles and over the Pacific Ocean. You can't see planes over Tibet and over the City of Mecca. The airspace over Walt Disney World and Disneyland is also a no-fly zone. The same applies to Area 51 but we don't know why.
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You’ll be surprised to know some other unexpected places in your home are, in fact, way more germy than that! Some of these are enough to make you go “eeewwww”!
Have you ever noticed, for example, that your kitchen sponge stinks? Since it’s always wet and moist, it’s a playground for bacteria, including E.coli, and the smell is a direct indicator of that. And what about your mattress? Did you know that it is home to dead skin cells, dust mites, sweat, and probably stains from whatever you spilled on it? Seriously, that's gross.! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Buying a brand new car is awesome, isn’t it? Here it is, all glossy and impeccable, waiting for you to hop behind the wheel! But the price tag on it still doesn’t let you sleep at night! Especially since you know you could’ve bought a similar but used one at almost half the amount. And it doesn’t only concern cars, you know! Many second-hand things can cost a lot less, while still being as good as new.
Take books as an example. A book from a bookstore, especially a hardcover, can cost a crazy amount of money. It won’t have that crisp feeling the books from stores have, of course, but hey, you’re buying it for its contents, aren’t you? And what about furniture? It is never cheap. But you can search online and find an item that’s been used gently and looks great while having a tempting price tag! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the 18th century, a nutrient deficiency among sailors called scurvy was discovered. Can you guess what vitamin deficiency that is? Yup, vitamin C. Sailors were also given limes and lemons, which is what gave them the nickname limeys back in the day. But…that’s another story.
So, what exactly is in oranges that prevents us from getting ill? How do we benefit from them? Oranges are not only rich in Vitamin C, they’re abundant in fiber, folate, potassium, thiamine, and antioxidants. They’re mainly composed of carbs and water, and have very little protein, fat, and calories. Let’s assume that from today, you start eating 1 to 2 oranges every day. As time progresses, you’ll begin to see a lot of changes happening in your body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you think being rich is about earning a lot of money? Well, it sure is, but it’s not the only thing. In fact, spending wisely is key to accumulating wealth. Seems counter-intuitive, right? Some purchases seem too expensive at first glance, but they’ll save you a lot in the long run.
For example, buying your own coffee machine may be expensive, but it’ll pay off in just a couple of months. The same applies to expensive clothes. They are more durable, and if you take care of them, they’ll last you at least a few years. In the end, you’ll save yourself both money and, more importantly, time. So let’s see what millionaires recommend to buy to take you to the top of the financial ladder. By the way, there’s a bonus for you at the end of the video, but it will only make sense if you’ve watched it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So, you’re lying on your couch in the evening, watching a Bright Side video on your phone, but all of a sudden the sound turns off all by itself. You tap your finger on the phone, check the volume, but everything seems to be alright. Just no sound. You click off the video and start to get up, when you suddenly realize you can’t hear your own movements.
The silence is… disconcerting. You try to say something, but no words come out of your mouth. You shape them, you feel them, but you can’t hear them. Panic is rising. You look out the window and see the city — something’s clearly off. Cars stop erratically and turn on the emergency brake lights. People in the streets gesture too much and look around them in wonder and fear. You have a dawning suspicion that it’s not only about you... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Now, you know that feeling when you’re so excited that your bladder suddenly goes too full? If you’re here in the subway, it might prove tricky, because there are generally no bathrooms around. Why’s that?
Or how, for that matter, can you even breathe so deep underground? Why is it warm in the subway in winter and cool in summer? Why do escalator handrails move faster than the stairs? There are so many questions about the subway waiting to be answered, so off we go! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For quite a few people, flying can be a stressful experience. Even folks who’ve been doing it for years will tell you that. Not only do you need to be a savvy passenger that organizes everything in advance, but you also need to be prepared for the unexpected. Some people even follow a strict schedule in order to be one step ahead.
However, this method isn’t always enough. There are certain things we tend to forget. For example, are you aware of the things you should never do before flying? For those of you who have no clue what this is about, here are some of the mistakes that you might not even know you’re making at the airport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you ever want to curl up under a warm blanket and sleep through the freezing winter just like bears? Actually, many animals do that, but unfortunately, it doesn’t work with us humans. Or… does it? Well, we know one man who survived the cold for over 3 weeks just like that.
Imagine you’re going on a picnic with your colleagues. To make the get-together even more exciting, you choose to meet in the mountains. What could be better than a delicious meal in the open air with an incredible view? That’s exactly what Mitsutaka Uchikoshi thought on October 7, 2006... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Picture in your mind, you’re camping with your buddies for the weekend in a nearby forest. Your tents are all set-up, you ate your dinner, and you went to sleep. Suddenly, the smell of smoke wakes you up. You go outside to see what’s going on, and there it is: you’re in the middle of a wildfire.
This scenario might seem unreal for most people, but it’s more common than you’d expect. Wildfires are very fast; they can overtake the average person in just a few minutes. Their flames travel approximately 14 miles per hour, and they burn everything in their path if they find enough fuel to feed on. Knowing what’s going on and how to act in these situations is a true life-saver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you have ants in your pants, that normally means you can’t sit still and have too much energy. Or it might mean you actually do have ants in your pants, and that’s highly creepy. When ants start an invasion of your home and yard, you gotta be prepared to fight them off. If you aren’t a huge fan of chemical pesticides (they can be harmful to humans) – there are natural ways to get rid of those annoying insects and keep them out for good.
Some pest repellents that you can find right in your kitchen cabinet or garden! Did you know, for example, that сinnamon can work as a double agent here? It makes your house smell like a dream and helps you defer ants at the same time. Another affordable thing ants totally hate is vinegar. You can spray it onto the ants, around the windowsills, doorways, and places that ants love. And, there’ll be no scent left behind after it dries! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your brain is an amazing thing. It’s the body’s control system. It tells the body what to do, right down to telling your heart to keep beating…but guess what? We don’t even use our whole brain! Scientists – especially neurologists, love talking about brain function. Strangely enough, so does Hollywood; the question of how much of our brain we use is a popular theme in movies and TV shows too.
So, our brain does a whole lot for us, but what would happen if we used our entire brain capacity? By the way, how much of our brains do we actually use? And no, it’s not the popular “10% myth”. That was debunked by numerous studies. The “10% myth” has been given way too much credit in films and other media, so most people started believing it was true. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apples are known worldwide as a relatively cheap and readily available, delicious fruit. There’s hardly any person on the planet who’s never tasted it fresh or in the form of juice. And apple pies are a pretty common desert, usually even gracing both formal and informal celebrations with their presence, right? But does an apple a day really keep the doctor away?
This saying has been around for years and years, but does everybody benefit from eating apples? And are there any conditions under which it’s better to stay away from this fruit completely? To finally answer your questions, here are 10 facts about eating apples that everyone should be aware of to stay their healthiest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever visited a museum and noticed that there doesn't seem to be very much separating the public from the precious art or artifacts on display? Often, it's nothing more than a velvet rope, and sometimes even less. What would happen if you tripped and stumbled right into a shelf of priceless Etruscan urns?
Well, they would obviously break, but what happens to you after picking the shards of three-thousand-year-old ceramic out of your hair? In 2010, a young woman was attending a class at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City when she tripped and accidentally punched a hole in a piece of priceless artwork. The painting in question was Picasso’s “The Actor,” and was valued at 130 million dollars right until the unnamed student opened a six-inch gash in the canvas... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all have our morning routine, right? Alarm goes off, we hit Snooze a few times. Perhaps you work out in the morning, grab a shower, have breakfast and that delicious cup of java. All of our routines probably look pretty similar. But did you know that there’s something you should be doing every morning -- that you’re not even thinking about?
It has to do with your morning shower! If you shower at night, you might want to change up your routine for a better start to your day. As your morning shower session is coming to an end, turn on the cold water to finish up. That’s right – a cold shower in the morning is really good for you, and will give you a nice dose of energy to start your day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s your personal sanctuary, your private concert stage, the place where all your most ingenious ideas and random thoughts pop into your head, and other things just pop out. It's the bathroom, also known as the restroom, lavatory, and, for you engineers out there, it’s the cubical digestive elimination venue. But do you know that when it comes to what you’re doing in there, you probably make some common sanitation mistakes?
For example, you think you're washing your hands correctly? Well, besides the water temperature, the problem is, the average person doesn’t spend enough time washing their hands. Or maybe you wash your face in the shower? Not the best option, too. By the way, where do you keep your towels? Right there in the bathroom? It's better to store them elsewhere (of course, unless you wanna rub fungus all over your body). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thunderstorms, tornadoes, and other kinds of severe weather may seem beautiful and mesmerizing, but you should never forget that they can also be an extremely dangerous phenomenon. Surely, you shouldn't hole up every time you hear thunder, but it only makes sense to go inside when the storm starts brewing.
Did you know, for example, that the electrical currents created by lightning can travel through the water pipes in your house? Or that touching an electrified faucet can lead to very dramatic consequences? And if you're one of those people who believe that opening windows during a storm equalizes the pressure and prevents them from shattering, it might be time to revise your beliefs. So, yes, even indoors, there are things you must never do during severe weather if you want to stay safe. Here they are! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It seems impossible to survive even one day without money in the modern world. And yet, if you do find yourself in this situation, don’t panic. You don’t have to starve or use credit. Just follow the instruction! Of course, there are things you can’t do without, and if your fridge and your pockets are empty, what can you do?
Don't try to get a free ride on public transport. If you get caught, you’ll be fined and will have to pay money you didn’t have in the first place. But you can ride a bicycle! Clothes, as well as furniture, home appliances, and pretty much anything else can be found on social media or in special apps – both free and on barter terms. As for food, you can always become a “freegan”! Of course, if you’re not daunted by the extreme. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You know those tests that tell you which character type you are by the position you prefer to sleep in? I wish they also explained that not all of them are good for you. Sleeping on your stomach, tummy, belly, abdomen, gut, the front of your back etc. is comfortable for sure, but it’s also bad for your health, and sometimes – even dangerous.
For example, if a person has problems with their heart, sleeping on their stomach adds extra stress on it, causing an excessive heart rate and a rise of arterial pressure. For people who have bad cholesterol, and whose arteries are potentially blocked with plaque, this position can also be dangerous. And what about the face? When you wake up after sleeping a whole night on your tummy and look in the mirror… yes, all the creases on the bedsheet are imprinted on your cheeks and forehead... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You finally made it – high school. And chances are, you’re feeling nervous, excited, and, let’s admit it, pretty scared! It’s ok, breathe, you got this! And if you’re looking for tips on how to kick your Freshman Year off right and keep it that way, this video is right what you need!
In fact, your first year of high school is the best time to step out of your comfort zone because nobody is comfortable. That dude you see high-fiving everyone in the hallway between classes may seem like he has his stuff together, but he is probably overcompensating for his insecurity. If you hear a conversation you can chime in on, speak up! But there are many other things you better pay attention to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
According to the National Association of Professional Organizers, we spend at least 1 year of our lives looking for stuff. So why do we hold on to things? The answer is simple. Not everything comes with an expiration date. So, we’re unsure when we should get rid of old items. But, ditching things that we no longer use can help us maximize space and improve productivity.
To help yourself declutter, you have to follow one simple rule. Chuck away anything you haven’t used in the past two years. Now, don’t go around putting everything in boxes. That’ll create a huge mess. Instead, do one item at a time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you hear the word “ship”, what color will it be in your imagination? Probably white. We’re used to seeing big white cruise ships. Is this color necessary or just fancy? Cars come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Yellow, green, purple, red – you name it. There are absolutely no problems with color choice, giving you the option to paint your car any color you like. Then why do ships still all look the same?
It turns out there are a lot of reasons for it, but not all of them are true. Some people say it’s because the white color is better for detection, both visual and on the radar too. They assume the white color reflects the radio signal much better than any other color. Which theories are true and which aren’t? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is your gadget running out of battery in no time? Or maybe you find pictures and videos on your gadget that you don't remember taking? What if you find bookmarks to suspicious websites in your browser? Well, I have bad news: someone's watching your phone! But no worries, I'm gonna teach you all the tips to find out someone's got control over your phone and how to deal with it.
Here're 10 red flags you can't ignore if you wanna keep your data safe. Make sure you know how to protect yourself, your gadget and you data from any unwanted gu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you love staying at a nice hotel when you're on a trip? White bedsheets, tasty breakfasts, nice view from your room. But what if I tell you hotels hide some unpleasant secrets behind their walls? Built-in hidden cameras, dirty TV remotes, germy bedspreads and so much more... Here're hotel secrets you wanted to know but were afraid to ask. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever looked at some everyday object and wondered why it had some specific feature or detail? When it comes to basic objects, every aspect of them has been designed for some special purpose. But this knowledge was either never known before or long forgotten. But it's time to refresh it! For example, a bottle you have on your table. Long-necked bottles have been used for a little over 100 years now. Why do bottles have long necks? It turns out, this detail allows packers to save money. Let's find out, how. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
40% – that’s how much of the food you buy ends up getting tossed right in the garbage. 40%! Surprised? The culprit: improper storage. We are used to storing everything in our fridges: fruits, vegetables, sweets, breads. Some people also keep sauces, marinades, and cans in their fridges, just in case. But often, while storing foods like this might extend their shelf life, it can actually be harmful for the products.
Did you know, for example, that tomatoes get even more flavorful and fragrant if you keep them at room temperature (about 70°F) or above? Or that onion and garlic prefer warmer temperatures, too? They’re also afraid of light and won’t like being kept in a sunlit kitchen. And guys, never keep fries in the fridge! French fries, or any fried potatoes for that matter, contain a substance that can become toxic when kept in low temperatures. So, let’s check out what conditions best protect some common products in the kitchen, and save you some money! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey there! You ever heard of parallel dimensions? Bet you have. And what if I told you they really exist? I’ve got a story to tell you, and you’re probably not gonna believe it, but here it is anyway.
I was just an ordinary guy. I enjoyed sci-fi movies and books, but I didn’t really believe the things they showed were for real. At least until I stumbled upon this… object. It was lying in a ditch near the street where I usually walk home from work. It looked like some kind of an MP3 player, with just three buttons. I turned it this way and that, and then pressed the middle button. What happened next was… inexplicable Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most people don’t even think about being in danger. But Anyone can find themselves in a position when a lot is at stake. And it might happen when no one’s around to save the day. Panicking, implementing the wrong order of actions, or underestimating the seriousness of the situation can lead to very bad consequences. And often, it’s due to a lack of knowledge.
In this case, you'll have to become your own hero, so learning some basic safety and survival tricks is absolutely crucial. Do you know, for example, why you should never use bleach and cleaning products that contain ammonia at the same time and in the same room? Or why the smell of urine or fish at home, for no apparent reason, should set off alarm bells in your head? You don't? So here's a list of facts that can help you act rationally in a critical situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why airlines sell more seats than they have. Have you ever found yourself in an overbooking situation? It means that there are more passengers checked in for flight than seats on board the plane. It sounds crazy, but airlines usually sell more tickets than there are seats available on the plane on purpose. Having a ticket doesn’t necessarily guarantee that you’ll be able to fly to your destination. Here's why it occurs, and what to do in case it happens to you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let’s say that one morning you decide to take a relaxing stroll through your neighborhood jungle. Okay, you may not live near an actual jungle, but any marshy area with plentiful wildlife should satisfy this particular urge. You’re admiring the natural beauty of your untouched surroundings, and listening to the birds singing overhead when suddenly you find your shoes disappearing in the ground that used to be beneath your feet.
Congratulations, you’ve trapped yourself in quicksand. That's what happens to people who decide to experience nature with basically zero planning. Uhhhh. You at least told someone where you were going, right? No? Well, that might have been a good idea. Anyway, the absolute worst thing you can do is panic and try to force yourself free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As “Save the Bees” projects have popped up everywhere – honeybees are necessary to our environment, after all – many people have turned into amateur beekeepers. Swarms are definitely a concern. The thing is, bees are pretty sophisticated when it comes to communication and their complex societies. They can send “help” signals to a swarm with their pheromones, which can travel surprising distances.
Getting stung by a bee is the worst if you don’t count shark bites and some other things! How can something so tiny inflict so much pain? Can you imagine being attacked by a whole swarm of bees? You’re about to find out. Don’t panic! There are things you can do if you see a swarm and fear being attacked – and there are also things you shouldn’t do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You’ve just taken your seat on board your airliner, and your palms are sweaty, your heart is racing, and you just can’t shake your anxiety. That’s okay – a ton of people are nervous flyers! You’ll probably be paying extra close attention to every sensation and sound during your flight.
For example, 10 minutes before take-off you’ll hear a soft pound from under the plane, and a drill-like sound. This is just the crew closing and securing the cargo hold. Creaks, rattles, and whooshes are also all completely normal sounds that every airplane makes in the air. Don’t let them scare you; such a large aircraft is bound to creak, and the rattles are things moving and sliding around. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The chances that one day you will encounter a shark are minuscule, small, shall we say, teeny tiny. And still, there are dozens of frightening myths surrounding these creatures, even though most of them are misconceptions. For example, everybody knows that sharks have a very developed sense of smell that’s hundreds of times stronger than yours.
It's probably no wonder that sharks can detect tiny amounts of different substances in the water, right? But what about the belief that sharks can smell a drop of blood from miles away? Is it true? And how much time will you need to get back to the safety of the beach and get a band-aid if you, say, cut your foot on a sharp stone while swimming in the ocean? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
No matter how much you paddle, all your attempts to get the boat under control are in vain. All the water around you has come alive. It’s not a smooth peaceful surface anymore, but a bubbling vortex! What’s worse, it’s dragging you right into the hungry mouth of a giant beast straight from ancient myths! And it has a name: the Saltstraumen Maelstrom… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You ever been on a long flight, can’t sleep, watched as many movies as you can, and still left with nothing to do? Well, time to watch the flight path! And it begs the question: why’s it always so curved? Simple - the earth is round. If you're still not getting it, we're about to tell you everything!
Do you know, for example, why short domestic flights sometimes have zig-zagged routes? Or why you can't use your phone in anything but airplane mode on a flight? Or how planes can take lightning strikes? Oooh, this is one is really interesting! In fact, it’s estimated that for each commercial airplane currently in use, that plane will be hit by lightning at least once per year! So, plane lovers, are you ready to find out something new? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You ever been on a long flight, can’t sleep, watched as many movies as you can, and still left with nothing to do? Well, time to watch the flight path! And it begs the question: why’s it always so curved? Simple - the earth is round. If you're still not getting it, we're about to tell you everything!
Do you know, for example, why short domestic flights sometimes have zig-zagged routes? Or why you can't use your phone in anything but airplane mode on a flight? Or how planes can take lightning strikes? Oooh, this is one is really interesting! In fact, it’s estimated that for each commercial airplane currently in use, that plane will be hit by lightning at least once per year! So, plane lovers, are you ready to find out something new? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey guys! Do you know that there are special, super-big parachutes... for airplanes? But even an airplane can have a parachute of its own, why don't they supply each passenger on the flight with a personal parachute?! Wouldn't it save hundreds of lives should a crash happen?
Apparently, the answer is "no, it wouldn't." But every commercial airliner has a life-jacket under each seat, so why not shove a little parachute in there as well? Now now, have some patience, because to answer this question, we'll have to talk about some parachuting basics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever felt like you’re living in a body you literally know nothing about? Every once in a while your eye starts twitching by itself, your stomach starts singing like a whale, you get covered in goosebumps for no reason at all, or your leg falls asleep!
Speaking about your legs, do you know why when startled, or just scared, they might become as heavy as tree trunks? When adrenalin kicks in, it triggers what’s called the ‘fight or flight’ reaction. So it could go two different ways: you might run like an Olympic athlete, or you may not be able to move a single muscle. Interested? Then it’s time for you and your body to get to know each other better, and these 11 facts will help you with that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey guys! Today, we'll tell you a story about Nancy. Lately, she's been feeling generally unhappy with life; there seem to be all these things she wants, but they’re just not happening for her. She wants that promotion at work. She wants to eat healthier. She wants to go to the gym more. She wants more energy. Things that we all want!
The list seems overwhelming to Nancy, though. She begins to feel kinda bad about herself, and starts overeating, having anxiety, and laying awake at night thinking about all these things that seem so out of reach. Nancy becomes grumpy and mopey. Nancy feels like she’s in a vicious cycle... What should she do to get out of it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you notice every little detail about your surroundings right away? If yes, then you didn't miss the fact that all planes have a green light on the end of one wing, and a red one on the other. Why do they have different colors?
Actually, these high-intensity red and green lights, together with a white light located on the tail, are the plane's navigation lights. The red light is always on the left wingtip, and the green one is always on the right. These navigation lights are on at all times. Apart from navigation lights, planes have red rotating beacon lights installed on the upper and lower fuselage. Let's find out what they are for! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ah, contact lenses… Without them, all you see is a bunch of blurry figures and shapes. You can't go without them, so you'd gladly never take your contacts out. Yes, they’re a real life-saver, but there are places and situations when you’d better go contact-free!
For example, even seemingly clear ocean, lake, or river water is swimming in microorganisms that are really dangerous for your eyes. In fact, bacteria find it easier to stick to your contacts than they do directly to your eyeballs. Once they grab on, they start to multiply and grow stronger. This is really bad for your eyes and can even lead to... blindness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For most people, cooking is a tedious task, and cooking well seems undoable and intimidating. But that's only unless you know several cooking tricks that can turn you into a real foodie!
Did you know, for example, how to make potato chips easily, fast, and, more importantly, on your own, with the help of a microwave? Or how to save burgers from crumbling apart when they're on the grill? Or how to cook crystal clear chicken broth? Some of the tricks may seem bizarre or downright crazy at first, but once you try them, you won't believe you used to prepare your meals without them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There never seems to be enough hours in a day. Ever wonder what would happen if time just, I dunno, took a time-out? What if you could make like Doctor Strange and stop time altogether? It’s fun to think about when you imagine all the stuff you could do. But what about the hypothetical reality?
By the way, what exactly is time? Time is the progression of events from the past to now and then on to the future. Physicists can make defining time a lot more complicated than that, but at the end of the day, it’s a system of measurement. So, if we stop time, that means we have a measurement of zero. In other words, we have nothing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Police-talk! We’ve all wanted to know what cops are saying into their radios, so you’re finally about to find out! That, and all those mysterious сodes you hear over the intercom in stores and airplanes. Did you know, that police use codes to cover almost every situation (even the most bizarre!), and they vary from one jurisdiction to the next?
Hospital codes are a little easier to follow since they aren’t numbered (and there aren’t a bazillion of them). They are usually based on a system of colors. As for airplanes, there are also a lot of codes pilots and flight attendants use to communicate quickly and discreetly to avoid causing a panic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would you tell an Alien if you saw one? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scientists have proved that regular consumption of seeds and nuts is incredibly good for your health and appearance. Today, we'll talk about walnuts. If you eat just a handful of them a day, you’ll see all kinds of positive changes in your health and wellness! You’ll definitely like what you see in the mirror too!
Did you know, for example, that antioxidants found in walnuts neutralize those free radicals? This helps skin regain its elasticity and you get youthful radiant skin! And it's only one among a number of the great benefits of eating walnuts. So how much of those is enough to stay young and healthy? What exactly will happen if you actually start eating them every day? Let’s figure out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You’ve heard it for as long as you can remember: “Drink lots of water!” So, to make it easier on yourself, you keep a glass right by your bed to drink from in the evening and morning. But, uh-oh, looks like that could be a big mistake! Wanna know why it's bad?
Well, first of all, it’s unsanitary. It could be dust, debris, or even a fly or mosquito that makes its way into your nightly source of hydration. And in your zombified half-asleep state, you won’t even notice that thing floating in there when you take a gulp in the morning! And what can present a real threat is bacteria! Sitting water can become a breeding ground for germs! But these are not all reasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you slouching over? Walking without your sneakers will help troubleshoot this problem, as well as soothe back and shoulder muscles. Suffer from insomnia? Going for a daily barefoot stroll will be enough to cope with sleep problems! And with better sleep, more energy comes, and you become more productive throughout the day. But there's more to come! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you slouching over? Walking without your sneakers will help troubleshoot this problem, as well as soothe back and shoulder muscles. Suffer from insomnia? Going for a daily barefoot stroll will be enough to cope with sleep problems! And with better sleep, more energy comes, and you become more productive throughout the day. But there's more to come! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thoughts are tangible things; that means what you think and say to yourself tends to manifest itself in the real world and in your future. Successful people understand this better than anyone. That’s why they won’t ever use some phrases.
One of them is, of course, ‘I’m not good enough.’ The simple rebuttal to this superstition is ‘Yes you are.’ Whatever it is that you need to overcome to become successful, you can deal with it. Successful people don’t give up easily, because they know obstacles make people hardy and resilient. There’s also a little secret: if something seems too big for you to handle, it just means that you don’t know exactly what actions you need to take. So, here's the list of the phrases you should never say if you wanna be rich. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As we know, driving in fog can be a terrifying experience, but what about landing a plane in foggy weather?! Back when airplanes first made an appearance, they could only fly during the day, and only if the weather was good. Pilots had to rely on their own eyes to bring the aircraft down safely. What about now?
When planes are ready to land, they first check the forecast. Pilots dial a specific frequency in order to listen to the current weather conditions. If there are patches of clouds when aircraft is about to land, it’s safe. But, if there are thick clouds that are too close to the earth, then there’s a slight problem. So how do airplanes land with no visibility, while hundreds of flights get canceled for the same reason? It’s time to clear the air about this mystery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Moose aren't afraid of us humans, and therefore, don't usually run away at the sight of people. This fact makes it all the more tempting to approach a moose - to touch, to pet, to feed. Unfortunately, that can turn out to be a grave mistake. By nature, moose aren't normally aggressive toward people, but if you provoke one, the consequences can be fatal.
Just like most living beings on this planet, moose will do anything to protect their babies or their territory once they decide that you're threatening them. Don't buy into the misconception that because moose look kinda bored and slow, they’re sluggish. In fact, you're unlikely to outrun these animals should one of them decide to attack. So, what should you do when you see a moose in your path? Are you supposed to keep walking? Or is it time to back off? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Climbers get stranded on mountains with frightening regularity lately. Their way down may be blocked by avalanches, landslides, or other damage to the route. So, if people can't escape from mountain tops on foot, why not rescue them with the help of helicopters? After all, these machines can land anywhere, right?
It turns out that there’s a serious reason why choppers don't fly all the way to the top of high mountains like Everest. Of course, there are special helicopters that can fly way higher than regular ones. They not only have larger blades and extremely powerful engines but they also cost a fortune as you may guess. So what about ordinary helicopters? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How can you save $100,000 by the time you turn 30? Hmm…Be a genius and get a super well-paid job? Find some rich relatives to financially support you? Win the lottery? Good luck with that. Or maybe first try these tips that work nearly 100% of the time.
Unless you have a good financial base, consider using public transit or riding a bike. Some big-wig leaders do it! Get acquainted with your inner chef, and get to know your stove a little better. And, guys, forget the phrase “Because I can afford it!“ Someone who makes less money but is wiser about it has better chances of saving $100,000 than someone who can't stop shopping to impress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each of us wants to look great and be healthy. But when it comes to exercise, many people find reasons not to go to the gym. But what’s happening inside your body if you don't exercise at all? You might see more acne, dullness, and wrinkles on your face. You feel tired, weak, and lazy all day. You might even get digestive issues. And this is hardly a complete list.
Nobody's going to preach at you to go out there and hit the gym, join a track team, or stop watching TV and playing video games altogether because those are the culprits of a sedentary lifestyle. No need for drastic measures here. Start slow, and your body won’t be shocked into this new healthy lifestyle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A lot of studies point to a number of health benefits that come with drinking coffee due to its amount of antioxidants, but it can also be an addictive habit if you have too much. Basically, if consumed the right way, coffee can be really good for you.
Did you know, for example, that almond milk is a healthier, more natural alternative to flavored creamers, and it won’t upset the tummy like too much milk can? Or that a cup or two of coffee 30 minutes before your workout is a great natural and healthy alternative to those pre-workout supplements! So, here's a few habits that are sure to improve your health and up your caffeine game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fleas are seemingly impossible to get rid of. As soon as you’ve annihilated them from one place, like, for example, your house or yard or pets, it doesn’t mean they’re gone; it only means that they already found another place to breed themselves into a widespread infestation.
First of all, you need to remember that nothing will replace a good old cleaning. All the remedies and repellents will have a much better effect if you combine them with vacuuming, shampooing carpets, and of course, bathing your pets if you have them. But don’t rush to spread poisonous toxins all over. There are natural ways to alleviate this tiny pest! Take these cool life hacks that’ll help you immensely in your struggle against these horrible pests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A good night's sleep is meant to leave you feeling healthy, refreshed and ready to conquer the world. However, very often we fail to fall asleep or even if we do, the feeling of tiredness won´t go away... One of the biggest mistakes people make before falling asleep is checking their social media feed. This might keep you browsing through web pages for a long time. By the way, research has shown that the more time people spend on screen-based activities, the more trouble they have falling asleep.
Another mistake is making a ponytail. This makes your hair weak, damages it in the long run. Damaged hair is fragile and tends to break easily. Let's find out some more cool facts about what do to and not to before going to bed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What will our future be like? The 21st century has brought us incredible technological breakthroughs, advanced inventions and discoveries. So what would the world look like by 2030? In this video we're gonna explore things that'll surely reshape our future.
The Internet will become truly global, there'll be more and more electric and hydrogen-powered vehicles. By the way, teleportation and time travel won’t be a myth any longer. And blockchain will become the preferred method of transferring money. What else? Let's look into the future! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever had one of your devices suddenly display the date as December, 31st 1969? That's not actually a random mistake or glitch in the matrix. Nor does it mean that your gadget can travel in time... I've studied this topic and it turns out that the real reason has to do with the operating system. And I'm ready to share this information with you!
You'll also learn why Linux won't be a piece of cake for you if you're a Windows user. And I'm gonna tell you how Internet cables operate deep in the ocean. Plus, you'll find out how the dot-com bubble began in the first place. This video is a must for tech-savvy users! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered how rare you are? Here're 12 things that make your body unique. Different rare body traits, strange peculiarities, unusual body parts. Each person is obviously irreplaceable but some of us are extremely unusual. Let's find out if you're part of these rare groups of people...
From strange lumps in mouth that turn out to be an anomaly... to an extra pair of ribs some people have - in this video you'll find out everything you wanted to know about unusual body traits. Do you write with your left hand? Or maybe you're a 'supertaster'? What if your eye color makes you unique? Let's find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here's a cool trick for those who're planning to go on vacation: leave a coin in the freezer before leaving the house. Why? It's a great safety trick to find out if your food items are as fresh as when you left them... or maybe the power was out for long enough for the food to go really bad.
In this video I'm also gonna tell you how long different food items can last. You'll find out why fresh chicken can last longer than hamburger meats and beef - longer than sausages. A lot of life hacks for your freezer are coming your way! Some creative guys store their clothing in the freezer to eliminate moths or any potential lice. They even believe it's a better alternative to washing clothes... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever believed something only to find out it was a myth? There’re numerous facts in this world that we think are real. But then they result being lies! The dark side of the Moon, the wetter water firefighters use or bugs in strawberry Frappuccino - have you ever heard any of these facts before? Let's find out if they're myths or real things...
For example, did you know that our planet isn’t round? Its shape even has a special name to it: geoid. I’m gonna show you what it looks like, but one thing is for sure: the Earth spins at a mind-blowing speed, making it a bit elongated, true, but the tectonic plates moving inside it also affect its shape.
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Things work differently in space: the gravity, vacuum and temperature all influence the objects in space. What if we decided to conduct an experiment and send food to space before eating it? We've prepared the most delicious garlic bread and it's ready to travel!
We get our weather balloon ready and launch the garlic bread to the sky. We wipe the tears from our cheeks as we watch it disappear beyond the clouds. The balloon will endure temperatures as cold as -90° C, meaning we'd better have a microwave on hand should it make its way back to us... Are you ready to witness this epic flight? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever stepped back and wondered what your voice sounds like to other people? Your friends and family can probably identify you just by the sound of your voice. And it turns out, it says a lot about us!
In fact, less than a second is needed to reveal personality using only a voice. It may seem unbelievable, but your voice not only sounds unique, but it also carries useful and sometimes unexpected information. Height, strength, and other special features about you can be learned from hearing you speak. And you don’t even need to be seen, everything will be clear regardless. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Coming of age and kissing your teenage years goodbye is an exciting step towards the whole new life that awaits you. It’s a good time to drop the extra weight that slows you down. Deciding which things are better left in the past might be easier than you think.
For example, do you really need all those dated magazines and comic books? Most likely, none of them will become an all-time classic worth millions of dollars for collectors. Even if one did, you wouldn’t be able to find it amongst the mess you have. And what about toys from childhood? They sure hold some good memories, so pick a couple of them that are the closest to you. Everything else is better left behind! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the early hours of April 15th, 1912, after colliding with an iceberg in the North Atlantic, the famous British passenger liner RMS Titanic sank to the ocean depths, leaving just 706 survivors. What ever became of them after this tragedy? Well, some of them went on to live long and incredible lives!
For example, have you ever heard about “The Unsinkable Molly Brown?” She's one of the most popular and liked characters in the 1964 movie, and earlier Broadway musical, based on the great ship’s unlucky maiden voyage. But this woman wasn’t just thought up by some Hollywood screenwriter, she was a real passenger! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes it feels like a race. You make it to the airport of your destination, but your check-in baggage doesn't. So what if there’s a lonely suitcase spinning on the baggage carousel even after all the travelers have left the airport?
However sad it may sound, each unclaimed bag has a person it belongs to. And right now, this poor owner is most likely at another airport, complaining about their luggage getting lost on the way. And the abandoned bag you see on the carousel has either been diverted to the wrong plane, or lost altogether due to some confusion. So let's figure out what happens to it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Leaving the frozen chicken on the counter for the whole day, taking showers that are too hot, or holding in a sneeze — some of us go through our days on autopilot. Our daily actions are filled with little rituals and habits that we think make us feel more comfortable, but actually, they hide something more harmful.
For example, a fragrant coffee first thing in the morning can interfere with your hormones or the phone light before bedtime can cause you to not sleep well. So it’s high time to slow down and analyze our daily actions. Here's where you might be going wrong with some of your daily routines! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stuck in a traffic jam and about to be late for work, who hasn't dreamt of a way to get somewhere by skirting all the unnecessary chaos? Right now, there seems to be no way to avoid traffic congestion. But in less than 10 years, you're likely to forget what that is!
Urban Air Mobility experts predict that one day, your way to work will take minutes instead of hours thanks to air taxi. But the best news is that it may happen way sooner than you thought, around 2023 - 2025! And by 2040, you won't remember the days when you couldn’t get anywhere by air. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The 20th century was full of awesome breakthroughs and historical events. But some of them stood out even from that incredible crowd. And one such event was the mission of Soyuz 5, which made huge headlines not only for its importance but for its amazing style — and its incredible landing.
Soyuz 5 was a Soviet spacecraft launched on January 15, 1969. Just like the U.S. space program, Soyuz had numbers for each of their spacecrafts, but Soyuz 5 had one peculiarity. It was sent to the orbit just a day after another craft, Soyuz 4, went there. They had one mission between the two of them: it was manned docking and transfer of the crew. If the mission had become a success, it would’ve been the first such feat performed in the history of humankind... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do you know about Steve Jobs, the legendary co-founder of Apple, who created one of the greatest gadgets of our time? Turns out, he was a man of mystery, and in the most literal sense of the word. Just think about it, he'd been driving a car around Silicon Valley without a license plate for years on end! That meant breaking the law, which requires all passenger vehicles to have tags.
Some believed that he did it just because he could. Call it a rebellious spirit if you want. Or maybe he wanted to protect his privacy by any means possible. Someone even came up with the theory that it was the font on the plate that he didn’t like. After all, he was a perfectionist in every way, so maybe he really thought an ugly plate would ruin his beautiful car. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some dreams you don’t ever want to wake up from. Others have you wishing you’d never dream again! But have you ever wondered what would happen if you no longer dreamed? Well, the most common theory is that dreaming helps your brain store memories. In short, dreams are like exercise for the brain – they keep your mind healthy so that it can learn, problem-solve, and analyze.
Also, problems that we face in our dreams are usually, in some way, associated with challenges we’ve faced in waking life. Your dream will try to piece these associations together in a way that’s easier for you to process. If you pay attention to your dreams, it can be like therapy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Coyotes – they’re wild animals that roam the grasslands and foothills of North America. But they’re becoming more and more frequent guests to suburbs and even cities. They don’t enjoy or seek the company of humans and they wouldn’t move closer to us by choice. However, now these canines aren’t as afraid of humans as they used to be and feel safe roaming around backyards, even with the homeowners nearby! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Actual comic book superpowers don’t exist, but there are quite real genetic mutations that make you as close to a superhero as it gets! You can consider yourself special if you have one of them. For example, there really are people possessing superhuman strength! Well, not exactly superhuman, of course, but there’s a genetic anomaly that makes children’s muscles develop at a mind-blowing rate.
Or take, for example, super athleticism. No, it’s not about being incredibly athletic. It’s a genetic mutation specific to Tibetans. They have a gene that allows them to live at extremely high altitudes without any trouble, breathing the thin mountain air as if they’re living in a valley. As a result, they’re extremely tough and can be involved in much more strenuous activities than other people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you've tried to lose weight, you know about that scale addiction. How discouraging it was when the numbers didn’t move or, even worse, when they grew! Yow! But it might not be you, it might be the scale! (Or the way you weigh yourself, while you’re eating whey.)
Do you know, for example, why you shouldn't weigh yourself on Mondays, after a shower, and a workout? Or that your scale can show you the wrong numbers simply because it stands on the wrong surface? Or why you have to calibrate a digital scale every morning? Interested? So here are 18 mistakes you might be making while weighing yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We already know about aircraft that travel at supersonic speeds. That’s mind-boggling on its own. But what about a human doing the same? You know, without the plane! One man flew faster than the speed of sound while freefalling 120,000 feet from space. Was it Superman? Well, close but not exactly.
Felix Baumgartner is an Austrian Skydiver and a bit of a daredevil. Ever since he was little, he loved heights, and his life-long dream was to become a skydiver. He began working on his goal at the age of 16. His achievements started getting more and more thrilling. He was the first person in the whole world to Cross the English Channel with a pair of carbon wings, and the first person to fly next to an airplane. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Say you’re walking home after having dinner with friends. It’s dark, but you don’t live too far away from the restaurant. Soon, though, you get that creepy feeling that someone is watching you. You see a dark figure walking toward you from an alley. What should you do?
First of all, stay calm. It’ll be hard, but don’t let the stranger know that you’ve caught on to them or that you’re nervous. Second of all, stay aware of the stranger and your surroundings but do something that will let you collect your thoughts. And, of course, guys you should definitely know when and how to use your phone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you wonder why flight attendants always give us the same instructions before take-off and landing? Some of them sound strange and seem to have no logic. Like, why do we need to open window shades or sit in darkness for flights at night? Pilots have their own window to look through, and they can’t even see if it’s dark or not in the passenger cabin. What gives?
Take-off and landing are the most dangerous moments of the whole flight. Airplanes seldom crash in the air; the pilots can easily control the aircraft at a high altitude, or even in a turbulence zone. Most crashes actually occur when the plane is rising above the airport, or is touching back down on the runway. So all the instructions we follow have a good explanation. And that’s for our own security. Let’s see how it works. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you hear a police siren blaring around the corner, you’re already expecting to see a sedan painted in certain colors rushing past you. But have you ever wondered why exactly police cars are painted in colors they use? In fact, there are plenty of reasons for that in any given country.
Let’s take the USA and Canada for example. When first North American police cars appeared in the early 1900s, pretty much all automobiles were painted black, and law enforcers weren’t any exception. Later, most authorities across the US thought it prudent to make police cars easily recognizable to the public. And so they worked out a color palette that would be both symbolic and affordable for the budget. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The bright orange color astronauts wear to go out for launch is called International Orange, and it’s the same shade as the paint that coats Tokyo Tower in Japan, and the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. However, once astronauts are in space, they swap orange for snow-white wear. So what gives with the different colors?
Well, there are actually two main types of spacesuits. The first one is the Advanced Crew Escape Suit, aka the "orange suit," aka the "pumpkin suit." Astronauts wear this full-pressure suit during "lift-off". These spacesuits are crucial for those who are heading for super high altitudes. But still, why this color? And what about the white, bulky spacesuits? What's their purpose? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Whether you’re getting around by car, train, or plane, traveling can be uncomfortable and inconvenient, even if you love it. Your flight can get delayed by a lot. Sitting in close quarters for a long flight can slow blood circulation and cause the muscles to cramp. Your ears can pop during take-off and landing. So pay attention to some tips that will make your next trip a breeze!
For example, make sure you have an empty water bottle in your carry-on. That way, you can get past security with no problem and then just fill the bottle up at the airport. Most have drinking fountains, so you’ll save some cash! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fastening your seatbelt while in a car is something you learn even without knowing the rest of the road traffic regulations. But have you ever wondered why buses don’t have seatbelts at all? It seems only natural that a vehicle that carries so much more people than a car should have seatbelts, but buses have none — not even school buses. And how can they be safer than cars then?
Speaking about safety, have you ever thought why buses stop and open their doors at railroad tracks? It’s actually a must for any vehicle to stop at a designated point before railroad tracks and check if there’s a train coming. For a bus driver, it’s also important to open the doors. But why? Well, let’s find out the answers to these questions and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wouldn't it be amazing to see the tallest mountain on the planet from an airplane window? Just imagine yourself nestled in your seat, sipping on a coffee and admiring that snow covered mountain peak! The only problem is that planes don’t fly over Mount Everest, or the Himalayan range, for that matter. But why?
Let's imagine a scheduled commercial flight that decides to fly over the Himalayas. At first, the flight is going smoothly: the plane reaches its usual cruising altitude of 35,000 feet and is traveling at a speed of about 550 miles per hour. Soon, the pilots see a range of tall mountains straight ahead, with one peak standing out among the rest. It's the world-famous Everest - the highest mountain above sea level on the whole planet! The pilots realize they shouldn't have been so careless! Because that's when everything goes awry! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever thought why trains blow their horns so often and so loudly? The truth is that they have to. And the main reason for that is safety. Locomotive engineers are required to honk every now and then, which is written down in the regulations called the "Final Rule on the Use of Locomotive Horns."
So, as you can see from the name, all this honking business is pretty strict and obliges trains to make four blasts approximately 20 seconds before they reach a crossing. But that's not all! Trains whistles and horns are an effective method of communication! There is a whole system of locomotive horn signals, where different sound combinations mean totally different things! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In August 2018, a UK woman was sailing on the Adriatic Sea. Seems like nothing out of the ordinary, just the perfect summer vacation out on the open water! The Norwegian Star cruise liner was heading to Venice, Italy after departing from Vargarola, Croatia. The woman was on the 7th deck, when, right before midnight, she fell off the back of the ship! It happened about 60 miles off the coast of a city called Pula. Too far away to call for help…
As soon as the crew found out about the incident, they launched a major search-and-rescue. They checked onboard CCTV cameras to find out exactly when the fall happened. That way, they could pinpoint the ship’s precise location at that time. The liner also contacted the authorities, and they dispatched a patrol ship, a plane, and 2 rescue boats to look for the woman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feeling tired and weak? Perhaps you were buried in your workload and didn’t notice the time. You look at the clock and what?!? It’s 4 hours passed your lunchtime! And you remember that you haven’t eaten anything since last night because you were too tired to make anything and just went to bed. You make the excuse to yourself that you’re on a diet anyway, and this is a good way to accelerate it. Stop right there. The reality is, it’s a big NO! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What comes to your mind when you see the color yellow? One of your top 5 answers is “Taxi”, right? And even though not all taxis are yellow around the world, this color is strongly associated with the industry. But why is that? The first taxis in the U.S. weren’t yellow. In 1907, businessman Harry Allen bought red and green vehicles in France and transported them to New York. However, he had to face some competition, since a lot of other cab-companies popped up. And their owners painted the vehicles in different colors – black, brown, white, checkered – so that each company had a signature color. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The glorious day has finally come when you can take your new baby home! But you haven’t given the hospital a name for your new bundle of joy yet. How about Barnaby? Or Dumbledore? Or not. Or perhaps you want to understand your baby’s personality better before choosing a name. What’s the worst that could happen?
Well, our name is one of the biggest parts of who we are. In some parts of the world, parents don’t choose a name for their baby: children are allowed to choose one for themselves when they’re old enough. Without a name, a child may have an undeveloped sense of self. Not having a name doesn’t just create practical issues; it could create emotional ones too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Graphology is the science of analyzing signatures. Yeah, people actually study this stuff! Your signature and handwriting are completely unique to you! Have you ever wondered what they reveal about your personality?
For example, if you can clearly read the first and last name, that means that person is straightforward, sincere, and honest, and they likely have nothing to hide. If you can’t read the signature, that individual may have problems with authority and isn’t very confident in themselves. They may have some secrets, too… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Amazon Rainforest is big news right now as fires continue to consume its lush landscape. It’s essential to our planet’s climate, ecosystem, and more. If we do nothing, the Amazon could be gone within 100 years. What would that mean for us?
Well, did you know that a lot of the ingredients in our modern medicines come from the plants of the Amazon? These include the most important medications, such as essential vaccines. Millions of people depend on the Amazon basin for their income. So it would certainly be devastating for South American people. Also, if the fires continue, not only will we lose the huge oxygen source, but extra pollution will be released. And that is not all! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Although modern royal families are way more down-to-earth than their predecessors, there are still a lot of everyday things they never do. Queen Elizabeth II was brought up in a pretty strict environment. As a result, she’s never done a lot of the things you do every day without giving it a second thought!
Do you know, for example, that the Queen has never taken a selfie? Yep, unfortunately, royal protocols don't approve of this innocent hobby. Also, she’s never taken a driving test. But that doesn't mean that the Queen can't drive - oh, she CAN and DOES! In fact, she loves driving very much and is often seen behind the wheel of her favorite Range Rover. 🚙 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Everything about a firetruck makes us stop and look at it. They’re big, bright, loud, and they carry brave people who save lives. But have you ever wondered why they’re red? The answer isn’t 100% clear, but there are a few theories out there.
By the way, other colors have also been used for them. Studies have shown that while that red hue reaches our eyes first in the daytime, it’s not best for at night. When it’s dark out, our eyes are better at seeing colors with a smaller wavelength like greens and blues. So some cities have adopted one of these colors for their firetrucks instead of the traditional crimson! Other places have even more surprising colors like orange, pink, yellow, and lime green! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The view of a rust-colored rocket carrying an orbiter on its back and rushing to the sky on its fiery tail is iconic. But considering the last Space Shuttle launch was back in 2011, is this the last we’ll ever see of such a thing? What’s next? Could an improved shuttle be made that takes off and lands like an airplane?
Our planet is a complex hodge-podge of all kinds of matter, which is combined into an impressive mass. All that mass works like a colossal magnet that allows the Earth to maintain one thing we all know and love – the atmosphere. But the atmosphere itself is also filled with matter. Airplanes don’t struggle this much with getting through the atmosphere. But what about shuttles? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Picture this: you’re driving on a highway, and suddenly see something you’ve failed to notice earlier: your gas tank is almost empty! You drive to the closest gas station, only to find they have no other gas but 87. Should you pump it inside your car or not? What’s the difference between those numbers?
In fact, gasoline can actually be different, and it’s not one type fits all. In the US, the most typical numbers you’ll see are 87, 89, and 92. In other parts of the world, the numbers can vary, but most common ones are 91, 95, and 98. The higher the number value, the higher the cost of the fuel, so it might seem natural to choose the cheapest one and go with it, but it’s not as simple as it sounds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It was a cold rainy day in October of 2016. Huge balls of hail crashed into the ground. In short, it wasn’t a good day to fly, and Wow Air Flight 404 headed from Reykjavík, Iceland to Paris, France would soon understand why…
That iconic fuchsia-colored plane was struck by a massive bolt of lightning not long after taking off! But did she go down? You’d think so given that a single lightning bolt carries 1 billion volts of electric force with it. So, an exterior burnt black like a piece of coal? A shredded fuselage? A fire on board? No, nope, and negative. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you live in the West, you probably have only a passing familiarity with the geographically small but economically powerful nation of Japan. It's the country that brought us PlayStations, anime, and tiny cars. But there are a lot of surprising quirks of Japanese culture most westerners aren't familiar with.
When you think of driving on the left side of the road, which country do you think of? If you live in Europe or North America, jolly old England comes to mind. India, Australia, and South Africa are also reasonable guesses. These countries, and most of the others with left-side driving, were once part of the British empire, so it's no wonder they inherited the UK's driving habits. But Japan was never part of the British Empire, so why they drive on the right? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine yourself in China in the middle of July. The weather is boiling, and the only thing you can think about is a big glass of ice water. You ask for a drink at the nearest cafe and take a gulp. But the water’s so hot that it's burned your tongue!
Yep, in China, drinking water is served piping hot. What's more, locals have it with all their dishes, be it winter or stifling summer heat. The answer to this mystery lies in Chinese culture and history. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the human body consists of yin and yang elements. And you stay healthy only if your yin and yang are in balance. Okay, what is this all about? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Picture this: You’re an apprentice seaman on a whaler, and you’re taking your first ever voyage. Just as you’re sailing deeper into the ocean, your ship is attacked by a sperm whale, and it swallows you whole. Yikes! But after two days in its belly, you’re finally rescued, and found alive!
So, it was the middle of February in 1891; James Bartley was just 21 years old and was ready to start his training as a seaman on a whaler. While onboard his first whaling ship in the middle of the South Atlantic Ocean, they spotted a huge Sperm whale. It was about 0.5 a mile away from the ship, and they were getting closer. The closer they got to the beast, the larger it became... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Volcanos are essentially hollow mountains filled with toxic gas and hot molten rock. They’re just as rocky and shelfy on the inside as they are on the outside. Temperatures inside a volcano can top 2,000°F. That means pretty much anything but titanium or platinum, which won’t melt until they hit a toasty 3,000°F, will drip-drip-drip into nothing.
But humans can survive falling into a volcano! A Maasai porter fell into a Tanzania volcano back in 2007 and lived to tell the tale. Of course, he didn’t come out untouched by the hot molten rock, but he survived! It seemed like a miracle, but – with a little help from our old friend Adrenaline – the man managed to climb out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sending 1 lb of cargo into space costs about $10,000! So how do space agencies afford to send supplies like oxygen, water, and food to their astronauts? Before they found a more efficient solution, they’d pack all the water into space with them in their rockets. The water took up a lot of room that could’ve otherwise been used for other supplies. That, and the added weight wasted fuel. So short answer: nope, it doesn’t go with the crew from the get-go.
That means they deliver it, right? That’d be too risky…and expensive! There’s no 100% guarantee that something bad won’t happen to the cargo ship at launch or on the way to the International Space Station. If the cargo doesn’t get to the station, then the next delivery will have to wait a very long time. That’s not an option since it’s dangerous for the astronauts. Ok, so let’s break it down item by item. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are two kinds of people in this world: the ones that LOL and those that ROFL. But laughter experts say that there are many more types. Are you a cackler? Then you're always the center of everyone’s attention. And you don’t only attract attention but also success. They’re bold and self-confident!
Or maybe you're a guffawer? So what does that say about you? You're are extroverted and sociable. One such person in a group of friends is enough to keep any party or conversation lively. By the way, some people start off laughing almost discretely and then burst out into a guffaw – that’s called a “carry-on” laugh, and it’s impossible not to join in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all use it every day —the John, the Throne, the Lavatory, the Potty, the Commode, the Latrine, the Privy…the Toilet! No matter what you call it, public restrooms aren’t always the most pleasant experience; the germs, unspoken etiquette…no one likes to talk about it, it’s can be a tender subject, but, Brightsider, today’s your lucky day!
You're gonna find out why public toilet seats are shaped like a U (this isn’t what they’re like at home, right?), which stalls are cleaner than others, what exactly the proper Hand-Washing technique is and many other things! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We are so used to the stuff around our house that we don’t even think how it all works. What’s the water dripping from the AC? How does a microwave work? What do the lights on a Wi-Fi router mean? Why are the electrical wires colored the way they are?
But guys, please do not try to study the wires yourself, it can be dangerous. We’ll just show them to you from the Bright Side of life if you don’t mind. (That way, you can’t accidentally make your life, um, way brighter, you know.) In each country, the wire markings are different, but we'll tell you what they mean in the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scientists think it took 3.5 billion years for us to evolve from single-celled organisms into our present state. If true, this means we are still mutating and evolving today. And we could, potentially, evolve in any direction. Maybe we’ll develop flight? Or transparency!
But what if some of our older genes re-emerged? Could we devolve into something closer to the ape-like form of every primate’s common ancestor? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The last decades were a wondrous time. We went from “brick” cell phones that barely fit into our pockets, to tiny devices everyone was always losing in their bags and purses. And then… back to giant cell phones eventually, but with several huge differences. They’re smart now.
But with great power come inevitable problems. That comfort is fragile enough to be ruined in mere seconds, simply by the overheating of a smartphone. So you should be careful enough with your choice of device. If your phone overheats regularly, this video is what you’ve been looking for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We, humans, are born with an innate curiosity. Most of the questions people search start with the word "why"! Why is the sky blue? Why do birds stand on one leg? Why are manholes round?
Do you know, for example, why flamingoes are pink? Or why sunsets on Mars are blue? Or why cats are afraid of cucumbers? (Btw, do NOT try to scare a cat friend with cucumbers. It's a big stress for your pet. Be nice.) So, care to learn the answers to the most common “whys”? Here you go! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered where leap years come from? Where do they get those extra hours that add up to a whole day? And what if you’re born on a leap day?
A year is the period of time it takes the Earth to make a full circle around the Sun. The most accurate calculations say that our planet finishes its rotation after 365 days, 5 hours, and 48 minutes. Each year, 5 hours and 48 minutes are uncounted, and when 4 years pass, these hours and minutes add up to an extra day. But the calculations weren't always so exact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Before it became law, school buses didn’t have to open their doors at railroads. Sure, they stopped to check for an oncoming train. But when visibility is low, say, in fog or during a snowstorm, that method can prove dangerously ineffective.
Everything changed in the 1930s, but the situation still wasn’t ideal. Originally, a student was assigned as a “lookout” during each ride. They’d get off the bus once it stopped and look both ways down the railroad crossing. This continued until it was decided that it was too big a responsibility put on these young volunteers’ shoulders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is the average person walking speed? Actually, humans aren’t that fast. They walk at a humble average speed of 3 mph. But they're already faster than a lot of other land-inhabiting creatures. For example, insects and other bugs are fast only for their tiny sizes.
Other animals with more comparable sizes to humans, like sloths, koalas, and giant tortoises, are also left far behind. Sloths live in places where it’s too risky to move fast because predators will see them. So, they move at a sluggish 0.15 mph. And giant tortoises clock out at a max of 0.3 mph. But these animals are among the slowest on our planet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
They say the eyes are the window to the soul. But your handwriting just might be too! There's even a whole science that studies it – graphology. By the way, criminal investigators often work with them. And here’s how they figure out if someone tells a lie – there are drastic changes in their handwriting style throughout a text. Anyway, graphologists determine different personality traits just by looking at the small details of someone's handwriting. Wanna find out yours? Then take a piece of paper and scribble any sentence on it. Put down your signature, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Whales are the biggest creatures in the history of our planet. Their influence on not only nature but also humanity and our culture is equally as huge. You wouldn’t think their existence would affect our life, but let’s see what the world would look like if there were no whales!
In ancient times, they gave us the concept that three huge whales carry our planet on their backs. Centuries later, they inspired one of the greatest books of the 19th century: Moby-Dick. Fashion could’ve taken a completely different path. But mostly, it’d have to be the effect on the food chain and the rich sea life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you collect everything there is in the universe, but what color would it be? It isn’t possible to answer that, but we can at least go back in time far enough to see how it looked when it all began to exist. Yes, this is apparently possible.
We all know about this mysterious and fascinating moment called the Big Bang, which gave birth to all that we can see around us right now. But originally, the Universe had just one color. As it expanded and cooled down, it formed more and more tangible matter and started to morph into all the colors we’re used to seeing today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you’re on an overnight flight, you might have been looking forward to a gorgeous, clear view of the stars! That’s the whole reason you booked that window seat, right? But when night falls, you look out your window, and…no stars! They’re obviously still there…so what’s going on here?? Well, there are a few reasons!
Do you know, for example, what light pollution is? When you’re flying over a huge city like New York, London, or Tokyo, the stars have to compete with all of those artificial lights from the cities. It might seem crazy to think that man-made lights will block out the light of millions of stars, but the stars are much further away than those glowing city lights below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Smartphones are one of the greatest things to happen to humanity. You’ve got a palm-sized computer with you at all times! …Also making them one of the most annoying things ever! You know, that computer requires power, so you constantly have to charge the thing. So, why don't we just make smartphones solar-powered?
It seems like a great idea in the making! The limited time you can use your phone without plugging it into a socket can cause a whole slew of problems. As for the sun, it's always there, it's an endless source of energy, AND people already use it to charge batteries! But with smartphones, it’s not as simple as it may seem... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Somewhere up there in space, about 12,000 miles above the surface of the planet, more than 30 GPS navigation satellites orbit Earth. Thanks to them, you don't need to use the sun, moon, and constellations to find your way!
People depend on GPS much more than you might think. One of the reasons why GPS satellites are so crucial for people is because they carry onboard atomic clocks. And those are the very clocks which are responsible for all the time in the world! Should they malfunction, it would bring an end to pretty much everything, from electric power grids to the internet, digital TV and radio, and cellular communication. So how bad would it be if GPS suddenly stopped working? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The longest-living person was a woman who made it 122 years and 164 days. Which isn’t bad for a species with an average lifespan of 72 years. There was also a cat that set the record for the feline community by living to 38 years.
Yet dogs aren’t so lucky, which means we humans, who’ve dubbed these loveable creatures as our best friends, really feel the sting. A 13-year-old person has their whole life ahead of them, yet a 13-year-old dog is considered a senior at that age! While we humans take up to 18 years to stop growing and developing, a dog is usually full-grown at 18 months! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s 7 am, and the sound of your alarm wakes you up. You reach over to the nightstand to pick up your phone. With your eyes half-closed, you notice you don’t have any new notifications. Hmm, that’s weird. You get up, grab a quick shower, and head downstairs.
After you’ve gotten some breakfast and coffee, you grab your tablet and see the same thing: no notifications. You also notice there’s no Internet connection. It wasn’t just on your phone but all your devices. Before checking your router, you try the old “turn it off and on again” technique. Of course, that didn’t help. So, you head over to the router and see a blinking red light. The 4G isn’t working either. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cramped space, noise, annoying fellow passengers… That's what a typical flight looks like. But what if you had the whole plane just for yourself? Before you say that it's possible only for rich people who fly private jets, just listen to this…
Sometimes airlines have to operate commercial flights with only one (in some cases 2 or 3) passenger. As you can guess, these lucky guys get a first-class experience for the price of an economy ticket. But why would airlines do so? Don’t such flights just make them lose money and it would be more logical to cancel them? Well, when they make a decision to fly an nearly empty plane, they have to take into consideration much more than headcount. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Okay - 6 A.M. Alarm. Shower. Coffee. Office. You answer emails, type a program, write, build, design, make calls. Finally – lunch! Do you have time today? Nope, gonna have to skip again – tight deadline on that report. It's already dark outside when you head home and fall into bed, exhausted.
Work has become our existence – you’ll spend 1/3 of your life doing it. Though, that statistic is probably higher for many. But what if we take it all away? What if all the jobs just vanished one day? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I’ll bet that you’ve heard about this theory that we only use 10% of our brain’s potential and if we could do more than that, we’d have superpowers, teleport and maybe time-travel. This is a century-old myth that got everyone hooked on the idea that if we had more knowledge, we could surpass Einstein. Neurologists have now disproven it, saying that on any given day, we’re able to use 100% of our brain. So, what would happen if we gained infinite knowledge? Let’s find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever seen an airplane going through an arch of water between two fire trucks at the airport? I’d assume the aircraft is just getting a nice cleaning. But wait, why would they use firetrucks to wash an airplane? The short answer is, they don’t!
Sometimes, on very special occasions, a usually even number of firetrucks equipped with water cannons line up at the airport to greet an airplane that just landed. This “water salute” is quite a beautiful display. Let’s find out why it’s organized every now and then. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hot cocoa, sledding down snow-covered hills, the cheer of the holiday season. Yeah, we all love this magical festive atmosphere, if… it happens in winter, not summer. But what if you found yourself staring at frozen streets during what should be the hottest time of the year?
Sounds exactly like that: a fun “what if” thought experiment that’s purely hypothetical. But this time, it’s not! Welcome to 1816: The Year Without a Summer… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I’ll bet that you’ve heard about this theory that we only use 10% of our brain’s potential and if we could do more than that, we’d have superpowers, teleport and maybe time-travel. This is a century-old myth that got everyone hooked on the idea that if we had more knowledge, we could surpass Einstein. Neurologists have now disproven it, saying that on any given day, we’re able to use 100% of our brain. So, what would happen if we gained infinite knowledge? Let’s find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometime in the nearest future, phone batteries will charge in a few seconds, last for months, and get energy through Wi-Fi! Sounds great, but that time is yet to come. For now, people have to try other ways to save battery life.
Let's figure out if such methods as switching off Wi-Fi or your gadget completely, turning off location services or switching into Airplane Mode really work! And, do battery-saving apps help the situation? Do you have to drain your battery completely before charging it again? Some of these are myths, and some facts are totally true. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Being the tallest mountain on the surface of our planet, Mount Everest's peak reaches a dizzying height of 29,030 ft. But the most amazing thing about this giant is that it's still growing! It gets one-tenth of an inch taller every year! But what if all mountains on Earth never stopped growing?
First of all, it would make flying impossible. Sailing, as well, would become too dangerous. Mountaineers wouldn’t be able to conquer mountain peaks anymore. The mass of all other mountains on Earth would be getting bigger and bigger as well. Let’s find out if this scenario is possible in real life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Out of the 7.7 billion people on this planet, 5 billion use a cell phone. And still, so many of us don't know how we can make our gadgets serve us as long as they're designed to.
Is it ok to let the battery run completely out? Should you ever power your phone down? Should you take it out of your pocket before doing laundry? Here are some cellphone do’s and don’t’s to extend your favorite gadget's life to the max. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Having a photographic memory would be super convenient – when was the last time you successfully did your grocery shopping from memory because you left the list on the counter? So what exactly is a photographic memory, and how can you get one? Let’s find out!
There are basic exercises that will improve any memory, like playing cards, reading, and using all of your senses – not just sight and sound – when learning something new that you want to remember. Flashcards are also a good method to use when you need to improve your memory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever met someone and thought: “Wow, what a buffoon!”? I know I have, and then he became my best friend. First impressions are usually wrong; sometimes we think we’ll vibe with someone and when we get to know them; we RUN.
The day you’re born determines your star sign, yet the time you’re born determines your rising star or ascendant. The rising star is your social mask – think of how you act when you are around new people. You adapted these traits from your rising zodiac sign, and they are responsible for the image you put out into the world. If you’d like to know your rising star, there are tests you can do online where you must fill in your date and time of birth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What’s the smartest bird on Earth? Which creature has an ear between its legs? And how do bears go to the bathroom while hibernating? I’m guessing very quietly. Here are the most random yet fascinating facts for all the animal lovers out there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Approaching the shores of Sicily, you're enjoying the views. The wind brings pleasant coolness, and you anticipate your vacation. But suddenly, the boat shakes, and you lose balance. You look up and see a huge plume of black smoke rising above the Etna volcano...
And then … all volcanoes on Earth start erupting at once. Almost immediately they bring disaster to their surrounding areas with hot lava and rockfall. As soon as that stops, smoke rises into the atmosphere, and ash starts falling to the ground. It looks like snow, only black. What will happen next? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I’ll bet that you’ve heard about this theory that we only use 10% of our brain’s potential and if we could do more than that, we’d have superpowers, teleport and maybe time-travel. This is a century-old myth that got everyone hooked on the idea that if we had more knowledge, we could surpass Einstein. Neurologists have now disproven it, saying that on any given day, we’re able to use 100% of our brain. So, what would happen if we gained infinite knowledge? Let’s find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There's almost no design for beauty in aviation. The wing location, round windows, waist seat belts. Why are all these things exactly that way? For example, why can’t you carry liquids on board? Why couldn't you use your phone on an airplane in the past? Why do landing gear tires not burst when landing?
And this one is my favorite: Is it true that hair and stubble grow faster on an airplane? The myth originated in the first half of the twentieth century. Soldiers noticed that their stubble had grown after the flight, hence the legend appeared. But this is not proven by scientists. So, fasten your seat belts. You’ll get answers to a lot of questions about planes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So you’re minding your own business watching a video on YouTube when your phone shuts down without warning. Well, maybe not completely without warning, but that 5% battery life popup wasn't that long ago, was it? The good news is that there are a lot of ways you can extend your phone's battery life.
Did you know, for example, that just like you'll shiver in the cold or sweat in the heat, your phone doesn't like extreme temperatures either? Or that animated wallpapers or ones that have special effects will drain your battery for no real benefit? Or that switching on airplane mode can reduce power consumption by up to two thirds? Interested? Then try these simple tricks to prolong your phone’s battery life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey, it’s the source of those 18 tiny shampoo bottles and bars of soap in that bottom drawer of your bathroom cabinet! Yep, I’m talking about hotels and all the stuff we like to take from them, even if we don’t use it! But be careful there, sticky fingers – you’re technically only allowed to take certain things!
By the way, if you ever want to take something from a hotel room but doubt you can, simply ask if you can purchase the item or check if your hotel has an online shop where you can buy all those cute pillows and soft blankets. Because, yeah, you can’t take the bedding and towels! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So, your teenager wants to start dating, huh? This can be a strange and awkward time for everyone. On the one hand, you’re probably thinking: Where did my baby go? While your teen is thinking: How can I date this person without Mom or Dad freaking out? Don’t worry – there are ways to navigate teen dating that’ll keep the weirdness – and worry – to a minimum. And the first thing you should do is accept this and don't panic.
Realize that this period in your teen’s life is normal. Your teen’s hormones are raging at this age, so if you strictly forbid dating, they’re probably going to do it anyway – without your knowledge, and without your rules. Dating is part of what’s going to help shape your teen into who they’ll become! They’ll learn a lot of life lessons through dating too. If you're a teen, understand and accept that your parents are going to feel protective; they might be a little hesitant to give you this type of freedom. This is just as hard for them as it is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you noticed, when shopping for travel tickets, you occasionally come across prices that defy logic? All the time! For instance, you can get to your destination in 1 hour by plane or take a train for 7 hours and pay way more money! How are these fares fair? And how would you fair with these fares?
And how do these passenger rail companies stay in business if air travel is faster and cheaper?! Well, trains do have their perks. The obvious benefits are catching it right in the city versus having to fight traffic all the way to the airport. You can also take as many liquids with you as you want, and there’s no stress at all if you’re afraid of flying! But the real explanations behind why train tickets cost so much have less to do with comfort and emotions and more about practicality… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if a millionaire offers to pay for all your traveling aspirations? Only one condition: first, you have to fly continuously for a year, non-stop. Clouds after clouds after clouds. Would you say yes? If you accepted, what would it be like?
Jet lag would probably the first thing that comes to mind since this is the most familiar side effect after a long flight. If 6-8 hours make your head feel the weight of the world, then can you imagine what 365 days up in the air would do? Well, honestly, this is the very least of your worries, considering everything else flying does to your body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you’ve ever been to any East Asian countries or seen them in pictures or TV shows, you probably noticed hundreds of people wearing surgical masks. They wear them in public transport, cafes, in the street, and in the office. In Japan, Korea, China, and Vietnam, medical face masks have long ago become part of everyday life. Even babies wear them all the time.
It looks like the most obvious reason would be to not catch a cold. Well, technically, it all started with that. Wearing a mask gives minimal protection from germs, though it’s the opinion of some that viruses have no difficulty getting through them. But there are other reasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Flight cancellation might come as a shocker when you’re sitting in the departure lounge looking at the gorgeous bright sunny weather outside. If there’s not a raincloud or snowstorm in sight, then what gives? Oh yeah, planes can’t fly in extreme heat!
In the summer of 2017, 50 flights were canceled at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. The reason: temperatures were a brain-melting 120°F! In the age of super-advanced technology, it seems weird that air travel can be interrupted by an unusually hot day. The reason is actually in the nature of flight itself! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You probably aren’t the only one looking to pull the ol’ switcharoo. Even if just a few passengers do it, they could throw the plane off balance! And since most aircraft are incredibly sensitive to changes in their center of gravity, it can lead to dramatic consequences.
During takeoff, pilots must know the distribution of weight on the plane to make exact calculations. If these calculations are off even the slightest, there are chances that the aircraft can crash while leaving the ground. So before nestling in a more comfortable or spacious spot, ask a cabin crew member if you're allowed to do so. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ships come in all shapes and sizes. From motorized dinghies to yachts; from glorious looking white cruise ships to bulky container ships and tankers. But they all share one quality: their engines seem excessively powerful, yet they still can’t seem to output the speed you would’ve expected from this kind of power.
The reality is the exact opposite of the expectations: a big liner can cross the Atlantic Ocean in a week, but a cargo ship would have to spend more than two weeks to do the same thing. For a plane to go from an airport in Western Europe to New York, for example, it would take only 8 hours. So why do we even use ships if planes are so much faster? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Half the world spends two to six hours a day on social media, and those numbers keep going up. A lot of the credit goes to Steve Jobs, the inventor of the iPhone.
But when you picture Steve, make sure it’s with his head up, addressing a crowd, looking into someone’s eyes, or exploring the world, not bent over the little screen so many of us hold in our hands. Steve Jobs was the least likely in any crowd to be gazing at social media! He didn’t use Facebook, and he didn’t use Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever thought what would happen if everyone in the world (all 7.5 billion of us!) sneezed at the exact same time? Worst case scenario, there may be some accidents on the road. After all, your eyes automatically close whenever you sneeze. Well, this worldwide “Achoo” would be pretty loud too, especially for those who happen to be at a stadium.
Speaking of stadiums, you’d likely see a cloud form since one sneeze can contain up to 40,000 droplets of mucus! And all those germs, ick! Or if you’re watching TV when it happens. The news anchor would be stopped mid-sentence. This event would go down in history! People will ask each other, “Where were you on the day the whole world sneezed?” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cell phones certainly make our lives easier, but they can also be dangerous. Sometimes phones explode! Literally. This usually happens with a lithium-ion battery, which most modern gadgets are equipped with.
Since 2016, cases of batteries igniting have significantly increased. That's why, as of this year, it's forbidden to store gadgets with these batteries in the cargo on an aircraft. In some cases, the phones not only explode, but also ignite, swell, melt and even boil. Let's find out why this happens and what to do to prevent it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With almost 5 billion people using the Internet these days, it may seem hard to find information that will make you go "Wow!" That's why it's so amazing that there are still some facts that can surprise even the most knowledgeable people on the planet!
Do you know, for example, that Earth once had not one but two moons? Or that animals try to stay clear of power lines? Or that there are more than 24 time zones in the world? Many time zones have only a 30- or 45-minute difference from the neighboring ones. So, guys, remember to tell us in the comments below about the time zone you live in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So…you’ve got some expired food lying around. Is that “Sell By” date really a line you don’t want to cross? If you’re on a budget, you’ve probably tossed around the idea of eating the food anyway. What’s the worst that could happen? There are some things you should be aware of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How often do you take elevator selfies? After all, that’s what the mirrors inside them are for, right? Or could it be for safety and monitoring reasons? Or maybe they are hiding some secret parts of the elevator you aren’t supposed to see?
Back in the 1920’s when modern-type elevators were becoming more and more popular, a lot of people were anxious about going for a ride. Hotels, stores, and office buildings came up with a solution – they started playing calming music inside. So maybe the mirrors are there for the same purpose? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Believe it or not, but you have to thank mosquitoes for the invention of air conditioning, or, at least, its forefather! No one loves them in the 21st century, but back in the 19th, those guys were a real nightmare. Things were especially bad in swampy areas of Florida.
A local physician and inventor Dr. John Gorrie was trying to find a way to drain the swamps, and while he was at it, he got this revolutionary idea in 1841. He realized the problem was literally in the air. So cooling the air could fix it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are modern humans the pinnacle of the food chain, the strongest and most intelligent creatures ever to walk this Earth? Maybe now, but once upon a time, we had some real competition: Neanderthals.
Wait, like, cave people? Weren’t Neanderthals our ancestors? Nope! We came from the Cro-Magnon, which were early modern humans. Neanderthals were a separate branch of humans. Their DNA is even different from ours, so we can safely say that Neanderthals were a completely different species. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey, you know that piece of paper they give you at the airport? It gets scanned, and then you toss it in the trash. Yeah, boarding passes! There are plenty of reasons why you might wanna hang onto that thing for your next trip.
Okay, you may not be a celebrity or a billionaire CEO jetting across the world. But what if someone is tracking your movements for some sinister reason? They might be planning to burglarize your home? Or, even worse, they may want to pry into your private life! Btw, all your payment information is in the boarding pass barcode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The first and most important thing any experienced weatherman, survivalist or tornado chaser will tell you is you need to know what you’re dealing with. Without a clear understanding of what exactly a tornado is, every other tip or piece of advice has a good chance to fall flat and do no good after all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When the battery runs out, it’s nerve-racking, but unfortunately, it happens. The more functions our devices provide, the more power they need, and they’re hungrier than hungry hippos at this point! That’s why charging technology is all the rage now, and the new big thing is wireless charging.
Even though we’re just now seeing this technology take off, the basics of how it works were discovered not long after we started to understand what electricity is. Near the end of the 19th century, engineering mastermind Nikola Tesla showed that two powerful magnetic fields can slightly transfer energy between their sources when they interfere with each other. This trick found its use more than a hundred years later! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Staying at a hotel, you expect a certain level of service. But what you probably don’t realize is that hotels have lots of secrets and rules you’re not supposed to know. For example, why hotels don’t provide guests with toothpaste? Or have you ever wondered why they never use fitted sheets in hotels?
Speaking of sheets, you must have noticed that bed linen and towels in hotels are almost always white. Why is that? And you may have seen a rather weird thing in many hotels: a phone in the bathroom, especially just next to the toilet. If you wonder who would need such an amenity, you’d probably be surprised to know why it’s an actual requirement for some hotels. So, how about looking under the hotel bed and finding out what they hide from you? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine you just wake up one day and there's no electricity, no internet, no money, and no work or school. Nothing you're used to! You're not even in your own home, because you’ve magically transported to the Stone Age. What could possibly happen next? Of course, your first reaction would be shock, but we'll move past that. First, let's look around. This is your cave where you live with your family. You have your own sleeping area that’s covered with animal skin. However, you might also live in a primitive hut supported by mammoth tusks and ribs, with an animal skin over it as protection from the rain. And if you're wondering where the Stone Age people did their business, don't be surprised to find out it was basically anywhere outdoors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are many pictures of Winston Churchill throwing the peace sign. John Lennon and Yoko Ono also did it for world peace. But did they really start the V-craziness in Asia? Well, there are a few theories, and none of them involves Churchill or Lennon.
Of course, all that these days when they put up their index and middle fingers. It’s almost an instinct all around Asia. And it’s not just an easy solution for your hands, but also a way to make yourself look more kawaii, or cute. When you do it the right way, your face looks smaller and sweeter in pictures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SUMMARY: - Right before take-off, you should go to "Settings" on your smartphone and choose the Airplane Mode. Then, you re-enable Bluetooth by choosing "On" in your Bluetooth settings. - If your AirPods are running low on battery, you can use just one earbud at a time! Keep one of them in the charging case, and listen to music or whatnot through the other. - You can find out who's calling you without having to look at the screen of your phone! Choose "Phone" in your Settings, and tap "Announce Calls." - Unfortunately, AirPods aren't water-resistant. So don’t shower with them. - The "disconnection problem" may occur because of the dust and dirt stuck inside. - You can set up "Find My AirPods" in the "Find My iPhone" application so that you never have to rummage around your place trying to locate them. - You can still use your AirPods even if your phone wasn't produced by Apple! Examine the back of the charging case - see that small, flush button? You can use it to pair your earbuds to an Android device without any problems! - If you have second-generation AirPods, you can chat with them. Well, not with them, obviously, but with Siri. - You can change the name of your AirPods! Just choose "Bluetooth" in your phone's Settings, find the blue letter "i" with a circle around it near "AirPods," and tap it. You'll see the box saying "name" - that's where you can type any name that fits your earbuds the best. - If your AirPods are inside the case, and the lid is open, the green light means that your AirPods are fully charged, and amber indicates that less than one full charge remains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So you’re at a gathering of people. What can you say when the conversation starts turning into awkward pauses? How about to give one of the little-known facts a try instead? For example, few people know that in just 30 minutes, our bodies can produce enough combined heat to boil ½ a gallon of water. Tell them about it!
This one is also really cool. You ever wondered why a goat’s pupils look so weird? In fact, the horizontal rectangular shape gives them wider peripheral vision so that they can react faster to approaching danger. In fact, they have a 320° field of vision – you and I only have 120°! Isn't it amazing? Listen to these facts, and you'll understand that there are still many things in the world that can surprise us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We’re all familiar with that certain sting of guilt that comes after a good meal that was way too much. Most of us are trying to maintain our health and level of fitness, while the media is teeming with warnings about extra calories.
Calories are generally a unit of measurement used to determine the amount of energy contained inside of something. Just like rocket fuel provides the rocket with energy – people use food for fuel. An average human burns 2,500 calories throughout the day. So you need to consume relatively the same 2,500 calories in a day to maintain yourself in the same shape you currently are. But what would happen if you ate 100,000 calories in a single day? Is that even possible? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So you're sitting in your car at that intersection, waiting for the light to change from red to green when you think, “Hmm, why green? Why not blue or purple? Why are things colored the way they are — and how many ways can you answer that question before this light changes?
Did you know, for example, that before 1905, taxis were red and green? Then, Albert Rockwell introduced a model with a 15-horse-power engine that became the standard. He painted it in yellow because… his wife liked that color! And maintaining marital bliss is a good reason for anything! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So you're sitting in your car at that intersection, waiting for the light to change from red to green when you think, “Hmm, why green? Why not blue or purple? Why are things colored the way they are — and how many ways can you answer that question before this light changes?
Did you know, for example, that before 1905, taxis were red and green? Then, Albert Rockwell introduced a model with a 15-horse-power engine that became the standard. He painted it in yellow because… his wife liked that color! And maintaining marital bliss is a good reason for anything! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Picture this: it’s a beautiful morning, and you woke up to the sound of birds chirping through your half-opened window. You look out the window see a few people walking by. But there’s a problem. They all look the same. With identical skin and hair color, when you look closer, even their face is the same. You are in a world filled with identical humans...
It’s as if a factory produced humans in the same way dolls are manufactured – minus the package, of course. These identical creatures come into the world naturally, but they don’t just have a name. They also have a number. So, what would the world be like if it were possible? How would you identify all your friends and relatives? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you think that the newer an airplane, the safer the flight? Not quite. Modern commercial aircraft are very robust. One of the oldest commercial airplanes, a Boeing 737-200, made its first flight 40 years ago and still makes 3-4 regular flights a day! But what happens to the retired aircraft?
There are several options for airplanes that don't fly anymore. One of the most common options is simply storage. The most ideal places for this purpose of storing airliners are deserts with dry climates, where the planes won't rust too quickly. But what happens to airplanes after they arrive? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey there! You know these tips on how to become a millionaire by adopting certain habits? Well, I decided to challenge myself and start an experiment to check if this is for real. I adopted the rich people’s habits and tried to keep up such a routine for a month, recording my progress on video.
And you know what? It was an interesting experience. Although I don’t think I can keep it up any longer, I’ll certainly take some habits into my everyday routine from now on. I’m pretty sure they’ll bring positive change to my life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You probably heard that turning off your computer for the night can be harmful to it. But you must’ve also heard the conflicting point of view: that you actually should turn it off when not using it for long. So what’s the right thing to do then?
The belief that your desktop should work all the time comes from the dawn of the computer era — the 1980s. Back then, computers were made of different materials, and frequently turning them off and back on could potentially damage them. But what about now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our bodies are one of the most complicated machines there is. Like any sophisticated machine, they constantly send information about defects: in this case, the workings of our internal organs and systems. However, we often ignore what our bodies tell us, and this is a big mistake. For example, sometimes your ears can ring! You can also hear some hissing, whistling, buzzing, and even roaring. But all this noise doesn't have an external source. That's why it's known as “phantom sounds.” But why are your ears ringing?
Or ever seen little dots traveling in squiggly lines, especially when you're looking at a bright blue sky? These dots are only visible for a second or so and might look like itty-bitty worms. What are they? We found some more truly impressive facts about the human body to tell you. Do you know, for example, what "the Pinocchio Effect" is? Or why you can't swallow and breathe at the same time? Or why your lips look red? These unbelievable facts about our bodies will definitely surprise you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A good night sleep is vital for the normal functioning of your body and your overall helth. But how do you beat insomnia and fall asleep quickly if you just can't? Here's an unusual recipe that really works: a pack of ice peas. Yup, you've read it right: ice peas will help you have a good and healthy sleep. How does it work?
This has something to do with your vagus nerve. It's one of the longest and most complex nerves in your body that starts in your brain and passes down through the neck, chest, and abdomen. And it turns out, this nerve absolutely loves ice! So prepare a back of ice peas and enjoy this video. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each of us has to use public bathrooms once in awhile. We might not like them or feel uncomfortable about them but we still go there and use them. But have you ever wondered why toilet stall doors rarely reach all the way to the floor? It turns out, there're several reasons for it and I'm gonna explain all of them to you.
In this video you're also gonna find out why "push-to-enter" doors are the most common ones in public bathrooms. Partially it has something to do with the fact that people are usually in a way bigger hurry when they enter the bathroom than when they exit... But not just that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In modern world we're surrounded by cameras everywhere: on our laptops, in our smartphones, even in the mirrors in hotels. Wait, in the mirrors? Yup, know these life hacks, so nobody can spy on you through hidden cameras. There's a way to know if the mirror you're looking at is real or fake and someone has installed a hidden camera inside it...
I'm also gonna teach you how to be extra careful in public places and which things can serve as surveillance objects. Be especially attentive when you're dealing with an ATM and don't connect to unknown Wi-Fi spots in public places. What else? Here's a guide on how to stay safe and detect right away if somebody’s watching you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The world is full of cool lifehacks you might have never heard of. Here's a number of great tips to know no trouble. A mirror can help you check whether your bed sheets are fully dried. In order to pour the perfect amount of oil or salad dressing, poke holes in the foil seal. You can paint the end of your keys with different colored nail polish so you can easily identify which key is which.
By the way, have you ever seen the viral photos of placing a red cup under the toilet seat? This turns out to be a sign for other people. What does it indicate? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you like to watch anime? How about being part of it? There are many anime characters you can be inspired by. Sometimes we feel related to a character in a particular anime or manga, and it is really fun to dream about your favorite anime characters. Even thinking further: what if you woke up as anime character portrayed in the show?
Here’s a cool video about a person who woke up right inside an anime movie. It’s someone who’s always dreamed about being the main protagonist of a story but never thought his dream would really come true… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You can google anything you want on the Internet. It's full of answers to any questions, lifehacks, or tips to solve any problem. But isn't it so much cooler to impress you friends or classmates with your knowledge even without peeping at the screen of your gadget?
For example, have you ever wondered why beds aren't right on the floor? A long time ago, people didn't elevate their mattresses off the floor. This practice started in ancient Egypt and continued in many other cultures. Why was it convenient? And why do we still make beds so high off the floor? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you like to travel? If you answered “yes, of course”, chances are, you spend a good deal of your life up in the air. Planes get you to your destination in not time, driven by life and pure magic. You seem to know them well, but I bet there are some unanswered questions.
Find out how can you get a free extra meal on your next flight? What do passengers do to annoy them the most? What am I talking about here? It’s flight attendant secrets and nightmares finally revealed. Stay till the end to find out what they might be calling you behind your back! Alright, here we go. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What role do fingerprints play in our lives? Yes, detective movies give a clear answer to this question. Also, scientists have only recently found out that fingerprints serve a person as the main mechanism of touch. Without them, it'd be difficult for you to read information and interact with whatever you're touching or holding in your hands.
Patterns on the fingers play a very important role in the fine motor skills of the hands. Thanks to them, we can easily separate thin pages of paper from each other, type on a keyboard, get cards and money from our wallets, play the piano, guitar, etc. But besides that, could fingerprints determine your character? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you worry when your body does weird things like sweat when you’re nervous, you forget an awesome dream, or get carsick on a long ride? It’s puzzling, eh? Have you ever wondered why we wake up before the alarm clock? Or how the weather gives you a headache?
Our brain is also a tricky thing. For example, it perceives going to school or work as a threat and tries to protect us from this stress by keeping us in bed. That's why it's hard to wake up on weekdays and so easy to wake up on the weekend. Interested? So let's hop into our submarine of discovery and dive deep into why these strange tricks of our bodies happen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For many of us, the seasons tell us a lot — like what holiday is coming up or what delicious seasonal food there might be at the local grocery store. But what if there were no seasons, or only one season all year round?
Well, humans probably wouldn’t have met up with other humans much, and settlements would be scattered. If humans couldn’t put their brains together, there are a lot of inventions that we wouldn’t have today. We may never have learned to use tools. We may never have basic technology! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A person can go without food for a couple weeks, water for a few days, air for mere minutes. But without electricity ... it's hard to say. It all depends on where you live, what survival skills you have, and how much you depend on the conveniences of living on the grid. But let's see what will happen to humanity if electricity disappeared for, say, a year!
So, there’s a bit of charge left on the phone, but your mobile data isn’t working. Nobody suspects that communication towers have shut down, which means no calls, not even emergencies! For now, all you know is, the Internet is gone! You don’t have any offline games either. Your phone is nothing more than an overpriced calculator now... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We’re so used to how colorful our world is, that we forget to appreciate the colors around us. Imagine what would happen if the most abundant color in nature suddenly disappeared? What would the world look like without green, and what would it mean for us to live without it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There still are phones with removable batteries on the market – you just don't see them as much. They’re less popular and a little outdated. More common are gadgets with batteries that are glued and screwed into the inside of the phone. You can take it out only with special tools.
There are a few reasons why phones with removable batteries have lost their touch. One of them is that this new non-removable battery isn’t only for your convenience. The lifespan of an average smartphone battery is about 24 months. After that, it starts losing its capacity. And your service provider will be happy to sell you a new phone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It all started when a friend invited me to do a 5k with him – that’s about 3 miles. Doesn’t sound like much, but it’s a lot when you’re in your late twenties and haven’t run since gym class back in school. Not to mention the barely-there energy and weight gain that adulthood seemed to hit me with. Anyway, I had a month to get ready. How did I do it?
The short answer is, baby steps! Of course, you should watch what you eat, stay hydrated, and train slowly but surely. After getting myself a new pair of running shoes, my journey began. I kept a daily log of my progress along the way. What about you? Are you ready to lace up your shoes and start running? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who doesn’t love video games? Some play them for hours, others for days, while others cannot even see their life without them. Every year, developers make games better. However, no matter how cool and realistic graphics they have, there are a lot of differences between video games and real life.
Is your game character seriously injured? Drink the potion and everything is okay! Just caught a cold in real life – you have to sit at home and drink medications for a whole week. At speed, you get away from the police chase, the cops will never catch you! In life: “Here's a $100 fine for you. Don't break the speed limit anymore.” “Okay, I won’t. Sorry.” One of the saddest thing is that you can go through your favorite mission again. Unfortunately, the best moments of life are only stored in our memory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do flies sit on humans? Well, like you, they get thirsty? So, they drink your sweat. Why not? Your sweat teams with proteins and salts and you are not using it. Now you think this is weird and gross? But did you know that they also love to eat your flaking skin cells?
And you can never catch those pesky critters! They experience time differently. Unlike the 7 dog years to 1 human year formula, scientists haven’t worked out fly-time yet: but suffice it to say that while, for humans — time flies, for flies — humans operate like romantic movies… in slow motion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey! How about to do a mind meld? Yep, we don’t have the power of mind control yet but the power of psychology is almost as good! If you know what to do and what to look for, you can get exactly what you want from others.
Say you’re hosting a party and a group of people starts arguing. It’s getting pretty intense. What should you do? Go grab some food for them! Eating has a ca,lming effect, and everyone loves a good snack. They’ll subconsciously start to feel happier and more comfortable. Getting them to eat should break the tension! Interested? Then check out these psychological tricks you can use in everyday life to make it much easier and more exciting for you to reach your goals! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nobody will argue that people tend to divide all habits into good and bad. But what if I tell you that some so-called "good" habits aren't as useful as people like to think? And that drinking too much water can lead to poisoning, and brushing your teeth can damage them?
In fact, everything you thought you knew is wrong! For example, sleeping as much as you feel like isn't that great! Yes, it's good to listen to your body but if you start sleeping more than 9 hours a day, you may have depression, put on weight, and have health problems! So, here's the list of habits you might want to reconsider! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
During the Renaissance, European scientists and artists strongly believed the human body was the most wondrous and sacred thing in the whole world. And to this day, we only find more and more evidence that they were completely right.
Do you know, for example, why pinkie toe lost all of its functionality? Or how sneezing makes you happy? Or that your eyes are placed in such a way they should actually see your nose? You simply don’t notice it! Well, interested? Then why not check out these cool facts about your body? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey, Bright Sider, do you know what’s impossible? To hum with your nose pinched closed. Seriously, try it. See? You probably think you know almost everything about the world around you. But the truth is, there are tons of really weird facts that can completely change your view of the world!
Did you know, for example, that the computer term “there’s a bug in the system” emerged in 1946 when an actual moth got trapped inside a Relay Calculator at Harvard? Or that squirrels accidentally plant millions of trees every year because they forget where they bury their acorns? Or that.5 billion years ago, a day was only 4 hours? Interested? Then check out these facts, and you'll understand that there are still many things in the world that can surprise us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s a basic thing – you want your phone fully charged in the morning so it’ll last through the entire day. And even with cutting-edge smartphones that can charge to max capacity in a matter of an hour, there’s no guarantee that you’ll remember to charge it in the morning while you’re in a sleepy daze.
Advice to leave your phone unplugged during the night may seem risky. The worst fear here is that your phone will charge down while you sleep and won’t see the dawn of a new day to wake you up like you’re used to. But still, you can’t go against the word of science. Leaving your smartphone on a charger is bad for it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
They say that a brisk walk a few times a week can do wonders for your body. Maybe you’ve tried to boost the cardio factor by turning your walks into runs. With some work, you’d be able to build up some serious endurance. But what if you ran for an entire day?
In 2015, Camille Herron set a world record by running 50 miles in about 5 and a half hours. Well, humans were built to run from an evolutionary standpoint (think of our ancestors chasing after their food) but does it mean that excessive running is healthy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Airplanes may be a marvel of modern engineering, but unless you're flying first-class it isn't what most people would call glamorous. For many, the biggest problem is how crowded airliners can get. But believe it or not, there was a time when flights rarely left more than half full. How was this possible?
It might be hard to believe in a world where you must book your flight months in advance, but there was a time when you could simply drive to the airport on a whim and go almost anywhere you wanted. If you were lucky, you might even get the whole row to yourself! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine you’re stuck on the slopes of Mount Everest. There’s no one to help you for frozen miles around, and you can’t move for some reason. Although you’ve sent a distress signal, the night has already fallen, and you’ve lost all hope. But then, out of the cold darkness, a beam of light blinds you. It’s a rescue helicopter, coming for you at last.
Despite weirdly popular opinion, this situation is possible. Tricky, granted, but rescue helicopters do fly at night. The myth about night flight operations might have appeared because of one fact: helicopters are really difficult to fly. And that’s a real problem that can preclude a chopper from flying at night. But it depends on many more factors than just poor visibility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
They say video games aren’t good for you. They say they’re bad for your eyes, your spine, and your social life. But hey, just show those head shakers this video and prove to them that there are a lot of reasons why they’d be better off playing video games!
Some people have serious difficulty reading and focusing, but those who play video games can process information more easily. They develop improvisation skills, and as a result, react much faster to unexpected difficulties. Also, online games help people get acquainted with each other, and make new friends who share their interests! But there is much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you’re not a morning person, then you’d probably love living on the moon or out in space! The whole “lack of oxygen” thing aside, a ‘round-the-clock night sky sounds pretty tempting! But why is there so much light on Earth, but almost none once you leave our planet?
You might think that it’s light during the day and dark at night because the Earth spins on its axis, and the Sun illuminates either hemisphere. That’s part of the reason, but it’s more complicated than that. Our star shines on the Moon too, but the sky above it is always black! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever ridden on a school bus? The most prominent thing about them (at least in the U.S.) is that they’re yellow. But their roofs are usually a different color – white. So why is that? Let's figure out!
By the way, while the iconic yellow school buses are common around the world there are school buses that are anything but ordinary. And today, we will talk about them too! For example, almost 50% of the Netherlands’ population rides a bike every day to go to work. So the government came up with the idea of a bus for kids ages 4 to 12 that will carry them to school the same way. This bus can fit a driver, 8 students who must pedal, and 3 other students who can sit on a bench in the back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The average person spends about 4 hours a day on their phone. That means in a single week, our eyes are glued to the screen for over an entire day! While there’s nothing wrong with a little screen time every now and then, there are some places where your phone should stay in your pocket…
Have you ever been texting your friends as you got in the car and forgot you left your coffee on the roof? Imagine something like that, and you might have an idea why so many gas stations have signs up warning customers to stay off their phones as they’re pumping gas. Also, some people believe the device can shoot out radio waves or sparks and catch the gas on fire? Let's find out if that's true! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine that you weigh just 1 pound. You'd feel very light, but life would become much harder. Tapping “likes” on photos would take much more than just tapping. You’ve been scrolling Instagram feed, but it feels like you’ve run 6 miles on a treadmill.
You leave the apartment and take the stairs because the elevator simply won't work if you weigh less than 30 pounds. The weather outside better be warm and without strong wind. Otherwise, it may blow you away. And you better turn off vibration on your phone. With your mass, it will be tantamount to a minor earthquake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever thought about what will happen to your solar system’s “perfect harmony” if it loses a planet? For example, the closest planet to the Sun is Mercury, right? Oh, it’s so small! So with Mercury gone, how’s Earth looking? Hmm, no changes in the solar system. It’s all about gravity.
Every object that has some mass attracts other objects because of its gravitational force. The larger the mass, the greater the force it has. Mercury is the smallest planet in the solar system, so it’s not too massive in space terms. But what about other planets? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What a wonderful feeling when you know that tomorrow is your day off and you don’t have to go anywhere. But stop and think -- what if all the people on the planet quit working and everyone took a day off at the same time? Sounds cool, but it sure wouldn't lead to anything good.
Okay, so you wake up in the morning after a good night’s sleep. The alarm didn't go off because you don’t have to go anywhere. You're ready to take a shower, so you turn the handle and… dirty water comes flowing out. The water stops with a 'clunk', and then bursts out with such intense pressure that your faucet breaks. The fact is that there's no one to regulate the filtration and pressure of the water. And this is just the beginning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So what would life be like without metals? You know, copper, silver, lead, iron, and whatnot. What if they all just disappeared overnight? As if some has meddled with our metal. “So, no more spoons and coins? Big deal!” you say.
Not so fast! You can go ahead and say goodbye to that phone of yours. And the tablet, TV, computer, all the blinky fun stuff. They’re not just made of plastic and a glass screen. Metals are most often used as conductors of electric current. Without them, all our flashy toys are useless. Plus, they have metal parts inside them. And you know what all that means? All modern ways of communication are no longer... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
These days, any cruise ship is like a huge city, where every detail is thought out so that passengers feel just as comfortable as on land, only better. You can take a shower, do the laundry, or swim in a pool. But where does all the dirty water go?
The average ship spends about 40-50 gallons of water per passenger every day. It makes tons of wastewater that needs to be utilized. Say, the world's biggest cruise ship, Harmony of the Seas, can carry about 5,500 passengers together with 2,300 crew members. They produce about 312,000 gallons of wastewater daily! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You ever walk into a room just to forget where you were going or what you were looking for? How about finding your car keys in the fridge or the dog’s food in your cereal bowl? Sounds like you could use a brain boost. There're some really great ways you can train the old thinker!
Did you know, for example, that automated actions stall your brain since it’s not taking an active part in what you’re doing? Or that solving math problems doesn’t even rack your brain as much as learning an unfamiliar tongue? And if you have a sweet tooth, this one’s for you: chocolate contains an important amino acid that helps your brain process things faster and with more efficiency! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you know what you sound like? You’re not alone in thinking, “Who is that clumsy, mumbling fella?” And sorry to break it to ya, but what you hear on the recording is what people around you hear every time you speak to them. But they don’t mind, so why should you sweat about it so much?
You probably do because it’s so different from how you hear yourself when you’re speaking. Yes, you hear your voice all the time, more than anyone in the world, but it comes from inside you, like, in your head! The last thing you do is hear it with your own ears. So if you thought that you have a smooth baritone or bass, that’s probably not the case, unfortunately. Your real voice is higher than you think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever woken up at 3 AM with a flood of urgent questions in your mind? Like, how do barcode readers work? How did bubble wrap appear? And, most importantly, is there a reason erasers are pink? Ok, they now come in all colors and shapes, but what about that classic bubble-gum hue? History’s got all the answers!
Do you know why when the first computer mouses appeared, producers referred to them as turtles? Or why paper money isn't the most reliable form of cash? Or what product is perfect for bachelors? Interested? Then check out these really cool facts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Whether it's a thunderstorm, a heatwave, or just some curious animal or a bird. No matter who or what’s to blame, suddenly bam! You don't have electricity anymore. And it’s dark. What are you gonna do now? Well, there are things that can make this situation even worse, so keep them in mind.
Do you know, for example, that it can be dangerous to come close to pooling water? Many power outages are caused by storms. So be careful and stay away from pooling water, because it can hide not only fallen tree branches but also power lines. It’s better to stay inside till authorized work crews clear the area safely! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It helps you avoid traffic jams and shows you the way in an unfamiliar city. But is that all GPS is good for? Turns out, it’s used for all kinds of stuff, like feeling earthquakes, finding treasures – it can even save you from a rendezvous with a shark!
GPS is so efficient and precise that even people far away from the epicenter can be notified and have enough time to get ready for a big quake or evacuate. Wildlife migration tracking is very important in the conservation of endangered species. GPS is perfect for this goal! GPS is used to monitor your vehicle’s location in real time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is your school considering a ban on cellphones? Don’t let it happen! What are you going to look at and listen to all day? Rather than get upset, why not launch your first campaign? “Save the cellphone!” Who knows, you may become a leader. Start by gathering convincing reasons to keep cellphones in school.
For example, convince your parents or guardians. They’re your best allies. Using a cellphone, you can turn homework in at the last minute. You can practice reading and writing as it’ll be in the future. Also, auditory and visual learners can benefit from recording the class on their cellphone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You’re walking down the street when you suddenly remember you need to call your bank. Oh no, your phone battery’s at 1%! You look around and here it is: a pay phone booth! And even better, there’s a phone book inside with the number you need.
If you were born in the 2000s, you probably haven’t even heard of a fax machine. Photo labs have gone, but not completely - and they still offer their services to those interested. Come to think of it, though, how many other seemingly obsolete things are still out there? And why? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It happens more often than you’d think. An airline will pack up shop if it chooses to close… or runs out of money. The smaller ones are more at risk to go under because they typically make their money during the peak travel season. Most airlines will try to give you back all or at least part of your money. But this stuff’s not always a guarantee.
Either way, it’ll be a headache! So no matter what airline you book with, it’s always good to have a backup plan. Also, you have rights as a traveler—get to know them! Even though they’re now shut down, they should still try to do what they can for customer service’s sake. But, of course, try to be understanding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you often travel for pleasure or business, you spend a good deal of time at hotels. Hotel rooms are supposed to be the epitome of cleanliness! At least you hope so. But in fact, the objects you’d never think could be dirty are the biggest sources of germs.
Hotel staff are required to disinfect the obvious stuff in the bathroom like the toilet and sink, but more obscure items get cleaned less often. The hairdryer, the carpet, lamp switches and TV remotes are only some of the objects on the list. Let’s see what else you should try to avoid touching in a hotel room. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Only the people working at airports know how things really go down there, and they have many secrets they don’t want you to know. Did you know, for example, that most airports have specific experts called profilers? Their job is to notice the non-verbal signs of anxiety, such as people licking their lips, itching, or looking around a lot.
Also, in a lot of big airports, there are special cameras that can detect a certain level of aggression. These cameras transmit the information to a computer and, in cases of dangerous levels of aggression, the suspect will be stopped by airport security for a detailed inspection. Interested? Then check out these surprising truthful facts from the airport world every traveler will like to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our planet rotates around its axis from west to east at a speed of over a thousand miles per hour at the equator! And this pattern has lasted for billions of years since the Earth was formed. But “what if” one day, our planet suddenly started to rotate backward, from east to west?
It would be one thing if the Earth's continents and oceans were situated symmetrically against the equator when the change of the direction happened. In this case, the only change people would notice would be the climate, which would turn into a mirror image of the current one. In other words, there’d be no dramatic changes. But since life on our planet is rarely about symmetry, the effects of the Earth rotating backward would be way more complicated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The first colored TP appeared in the 1950s, when decorating your bathroom in a single style was a thing. Toilet paper producers started dyeing their products in all possible colors so that people could complete the image of their bathrooms. The popularity of colored toilet paper reached its peak by 1970s, but sometime around the 1980s, personal hygiene shelves became gradually whiter, and by 2004 all color disappeared completely... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One day, I woke up smelling like a dog. I don’t mean all rank and stinky – that would be my big brother Jake! I mean, I woke up and I could smell everything. The way a dog can.
I knew the smell of foods before, of course, but it was a total surprise to me things like pencils also have a distinct smell. A human has 6 million smell receptors, and a dog - 50 times as much. So let's find out what it means and what new opportunities it opens up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Japan has a culture that’s always fascinated the rest of the world. We’ve all heard about this country’s unique mix of tradition and futurism. But you’ll be surprised to find out that sumo is NOT the most popular sport there, and it takes mad skill to prepare a “river pig”.
Oh yeah, and bathing is done a little differently than you might be used to. In Japanese culture, the main cleaning routine is done at night, in several steps. Follow closely please to learn everything about this evening ritual and some other traditions and just curious facts about the Land of the Rising Sun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Right now, there are about 10,000 planes carrying almost 1½ million people from one point to another. But once you're on the plane and look out the window, it seems as if your aircraft is the only one dashing across the sky.
The sky may seem deserted, but it's just an illusion. Planes can't just fly wherever they want - they need to follow special routes. These routes are more or less the same for all aircraft, and during your flight, several other planes are likely soaring nearby. Soтwhere is everybody? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There’s so much going on in airports and on board the planes that you don’t need to bother learning it all. But there are things you do want to know — yet no one will tell you about them.
Do you know, for example, why if you get off the bus and step away too much, the ground crew might ask you not to walk under the airplane wings? Or what a ‘decision altitude’ is? Or what is a reason you won’t ever see an elderly person or a child in the emergency exit row? Wanna know those and other secrets? Here they are! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Technology has brought us a lot of wonderful things, such as ordering a pizza with a single button, or receiving text alerts -- about how close your pizza is. However, not everything is sunshine and pizzas in the digital age.
Once upon a time, you could say with confidence that the person you were talking to is, well, an actual person. That's no longer the case as robocalls and chatbots, computer programs designed to simulate human interaction over the phone or on the web, are more common than ever, and getting more sophisticated every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have anybody told you that you have an amazing body? It's just a thing of wonder! Okay, that doesn't sound right. Put it this way: the human body does a bunch of really cool stuff! Did you know, for example, that people shine? If you could look at someone through a highly sensitive camera in a light-proof room, you’d see it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From Monday through Saturday, at 5:16 P.M., a train takes off from Leeds and heads for the small English town of Snaith. At first, the cars will be jam-packed with people – the usual rush hour of a decent-sized city like Leeds. But with each stop along the way, you’ll notice fewer and fewer passengers on the train.
Once you get to the final stop 55 minutes later, there will be no one else besides you. You get off the train at a station that’s equally as deserted. There are no vending machines or ticket offices, no parking lots, no taxies. It’s as if time has stood still. It’s quiet…and eerie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Remember that unsatisfactory feeling as a kid when you’d try to jump in the air as high as possible, and something brings you back to the ground? Well, that is Gravity. Like your mother, it's always there, it never changes, and you can’t break it’s rules. But that's for the better! If one day, the Earth's gravity disappeared, the consequences would be flat out disastrous.
Gravity depends on the mass, which is, in turn, related to the matter. The more matter you have, the bigger the mass is. And the bigger the mass is, the stronger an object's gravitational pull is. You might have noticed that the gravity on our planet never changes, right? That's because the mass of the Earth always remains the same. But what if we imagined that one day, our planet would give off a terrifying “crack”, and gravity would just disappear? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our planet rotates around its axis from west to east at a speed of over a thousand miles per hour at the equator! And this pattern has lasted for billions of years since the Earth was formed. But “what if” one day, our planet suddenly started to rotate backward, from east to west?
It would be one thing if the Earth's continents and oceans were situated symmetrically against the equator when the change of the direction happened. In this case, the only change people would notice would be the climate, which would turn into a mirror image of the current one. In other words, there’d be no dramatic changes. But since life on our planet is rarely about symmetry, the effects of the Earth rotating backward would be way more complicated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Three hundred and sixty thousand babies are born every day around the world. But what if there weren’t quite so many? What if, for one year, only a single baby was born? It’s not necessary to get into the biology of how this would happen. So let’s just pretend the stork took a year-long holiday and forgot to call a sub.
The moment the first doctor makes an innocuous Facebook post about not having many new patients, the conspiracy train would get rolling. As scientists around the globe struggle to explain what just happened, people would come up with their own answers. Many might believe that it’s the beginning of the end of the world... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cockroaches are unsanitary and annoying pests that are unwelcome guests in any home. But the smelly and expensive pesticides out there on the market are just as unpleasant and unsafe! So ditch the toxic chemicals, and try these 100% natural ways to keep roaches out of your house for good!
Basic things like garlic, lemons, or vinegar will be your best friends if you want to get rid of those insects. If you try any of these natural remedies over time but it doesn’t seem to make a difference, then it’s probably high-time to call a professional! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do a kitchen plunger, a potato, and your old socks have in common? They can all work magic for your vehicle if you know how to use them. And cleaning your trunk can help you save gas! Yup, the heavier your vehicle is, the more gas it uses.
Do you know that you can use your car mat to get out of a snow trap? Or how to use a damp newspaper to remove bumper sticker marks? Or why you should keep your car’s remote control separate from your keys? By the way, this is more common sense than anything. But no more spoilers! Let's get down to it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Well, if you want to finally get a puppy, go on vacation, and borrow a car from your dad – all you need to hear is one magical word. 'Yes.' No matter how hard it may be to get an approval, you will be prepared for everything after this video.
Do you know, for example, that people won't trust you if you hide your eyes from them? Even if you're talking with someone you don't know – make a note on their eye color first. This will give a reason to establish eye contact and also make a compliment! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It may seem like today, nothing’s easier than doing the laundry: you just toss your well-worn clothing into a washing machine, and in no time, it comes out clean, right? But there are several tips that can make your laundry day much more fun! For example, try to put wet wipes into the washing machine before stuffing your clothes inside.
You don't need to comb the town in search of some particular wet wipes - the ordinary kind sold at any supermarket will do! Take several wipes, put them in the washing machine, and load your laundry. It's a pretty cool trick that can make your laundry results much more satisfying. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are more than one hundred million microbes living in a single apple and billions on an office key card. But as for a toilet seat... well, there are much fewer bacteria on it than you think. Really, we’ve counted. Microbes are everywhere, but there’s a lot more to it than that.
You’re in a hurry to get to work but suddenly feel like using the bathroom. You find some cafe, run to the bathroom, lower the toilet seat and freeze. "Who sat here before me? How many germs are there on it?" — you think. Then, you tear off a long stretch of toilet paper, divide it into sheets, and cover the seat. Or just put the whole stretch on it in a V-shape. And only after that you finally sit down. Well, we’ve got good news and bad news for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that the pilot isn’t the main person in control of the plane. Every day, up to 200,000 airplanes take off and land somewhere across the world. Imagine how many people it takes to make that process go smoothly.
What about the person who helps the pilot from the ground? The one who plans every single step? They monitor the weather, list the flight checkpoints, inform the pilot of any potential hazards along the flight route, draft an alternative route if necessary– this still isn’t the complete list of roles they have! So, who is this superhero? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You scared of sharks? In reality, you have more chances of being struck by lightning than being bitten by a shark. Still, sharks do have a bad rap, even though they’re not as horrible as people think. They’ve even been known to save people! No, really, sharks are amazing!
Did you know, for example, that they can hear as far as 800 ft away? They’re even able to catch the sound of their prey tensing its muscles. They’re also older than dinosaurs. Scientists believe sharks have been around for about 450 million years. For comparison, the first dinosaurs appeared more than 200 million years later! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I'm done! It's really time to take control of my life. I want to drive a cool car, travel once a month, take care of my friends and family, and enjoy every day! I’m sure I have enough motivation and patience. So I'm gonna introduce Rich People's Habits into my life.
And the first thing I'm gonna do is get up early. Okay, 5 a.m. This isn't as popular as getting up at 6 a.m., but not too early either. So, what's the reason for the early rise? The sounds of a sleeping city, the beginning of dawn, it's fascinating. Waking up so early, you have the opportunity to charge yourself with energy and confidence for the whole day. Just don’t fall asleep again! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There're so many questions that arise daily and you might have googled at least one of them. Why do glass items come out sparkling from the dishwasher? Do fish have necks? And why won't rain always make the ground wet? In this video you'll find 14 cool facts you'll want to share with your friends.
For example, why are number plates of different colors? If you take a look at different cars around the world, you'll notice that plate colors vary: some are yellow, some are white. What does it depend on? It turns out, it's connected with vehicle registration systems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Does our galaxy have a black hole? The answer would be yes, there are tens of thousands of black holes at the center of our home Milky Way galaxy. By the way, did you know that black holes are impossible to spot because light can't escape from them? But how can astronomers track them down? As you may have guessed, today, we're speaking about space.
And here are some more cool space facts to capture your interest. It rains molten glass on some planets. Others have moons with their own rings. Some planets have active volcanoes that spit ice! Scientists now know what space sounds like. Enthralled? Then let's discover some more astounding astronomical stuff! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Now with millions of people traveling by air, no wonder airplanes are the place where you can pick a virus. What's worse, even the healthiest person can get ill during a flight. Close quarters, shared air, low cabin humidity - all these factors increase the risk of catching some nasty germ. Luckily, there are ways to protect yourself!
Did you know, for example, that if your air vent is switched off, and a person with the flu sneezes somewhere nearby, germs will easily spread around and reach you? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
According to statistics, burglaries оссur every 26 seconds. So even if you think it will never happen to you, as "there's nothing to steal", you might be mistaken. Anyway, it's better to meet a potential robber well-prepared and well-armed.
Some of the necessary precautions should be done ahead of a vacation, if you're planning one. Make sure someone takes care of your mail and lawn. If there's a pile of envelopes in your mailbox and the lawn is higher than usual, it sends a clear sign to potential burglars that the owner is away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Could humans survive underground? Not so long ago, astronomers discovered a planet that's about 33 light-years away from Earth. This makes it our next-door neighbor. The space body is only a planet candidate because astronomers haven't measured its mass yet. But they have high hopes. Just 1.7 million miles away from its star, it completes its orbit in a day and a half. It's a scorching, deserted world with the temperatures at the surface rising up to 1,000˚F. Even more astounding, the entire planet is likely to be covered in magma! So, the question is, "What if Earth once went through some catastrophic event, and it left our planet in the same state: boiling hot, with the surface covered by a thick layer of lava? Would people manage to adapt to such conditions and move to live underground?" It sounds unbelievable, but experts are sure that with time, humans would turn into healthy and rather happy mole people! Of course, life would be very different than today... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if you had animal hair? Imagine you wake up one day feeling hot and itchy. Your blanket’s on the floor by the bed, the sheets all crumpled. An itch behind your ear is becoming unbearable. You raise your hand and scratch it. It feels funny. Whatever - you're too sleepy to deal with it at 6:30 in the morning.
With a grunt, you get up. You shuffle to the bathroom and bend over the basin to wash your face. As soon as your hands touch it, you freeze. You lift your eyes and look at yourself in the mirror. Your mouth falls open, and you shriek. You're covered in animal fur all over, even your face and palms! The fur isn't as soft as a cat’s - it's more like a dog's coat. Shocked, I get down to my morning routine... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We use this piece of hardware every day but we have no idea how it works. Why does pouring water inside your toilet causes an automatic flush? It has something to do with a special tube, the siphon. Why does it matter in the process?
In this video we're gonna explore the world of toilets: from the country that was the fist one to introduced toilet paper to the country which has transparent public toilets. By the way, there's even World Toilet Day. It's celebrated in November and is dedicated to the problems with hygiene in the world... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do flight attendants notice about you when you board? They notice a few important details in less than 10 seconds.
They notice if you’re their colleague, your general health condition is important to them, they can tell how many weeks a pregnant woman is, they care if you’re nice to them, and they do remember if you’re unfriendly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Middle Kingdom. The Red Dragon. The Sleeping Giant. Steeped in history, legends, and mystery for many – it’s everything you never knew about China! Even if you have been to China and you love the local cuisine and you’re learning the language, chances are, you still don’t quite understand what this country really is.
Why are dragons sacred in China? How long is China's Great Wall and why was it built? Why did the mirror have mystic significance in ancient China? Why can't you find the 4th floor in some Chinese buildings? It's one of those countries that raises more questions the more you try to find out about it. So here are some facts that you absolutely must know before you travel to China. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you use taxi services often enough, you might know that taxi drivers have secrets they don't tell their passengers about. For example, if an airport taxi driver assumes that you're a tourist, they may decide to give you a sightseeing tour you haven't asked for. Some taxi drivers can start the meter not when you climb into their car, but as soon as they arrive to pick you up.
So let's figure out what things you should pay attention to while getting into a car, why you should check your valuables before leaving a taxi, and why it often takes taxi drivers so long to pick you up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Even if you're a rich person now, you could have grown up in poverty and may maintain a poor person mentality. Unfortunately, not all people can call their childhood cloudless. Some of them had problems with their families, others — with money. And even if their parents’ financial difficulties were short-lived, the memory of these times stays with many people forever.
In this video we're trying to figure out which habits reveal that a person grew up in a poor family. From the habit to choose the cheapest meal on the menu, to the habit to keep the expired goods. What else is on the list of poor people habits? Spoiler: some of them will surely surprise you, like feeling guilty about freebies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever dreamed of traveling to space? But what if people lived on spaceships for millions of years? You'd travel on a spaceship with an autopilot that wouldn't go off course no matter what. But the downside of this trip would be that because of all that time spent on space-transports, we'd look different, totally different...
Let's take a look at how our bodies would change and how living in space would affect us... It turns out, gravity plays an important role in this whole process. A big problem is that people would lose their sense of balance. If you tried to stand up, you’d just fall... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you're getting ready for a flight, two main things you might be worried about is how to stuff all your travel essentials into your modest-sized suitcase and how to get through the security screening as fast as possible. Interestingly, both of these things depend on how carefully and thoughtfully you pack your carry-on and checked luggage.
Do you know, for example, that if you don't charge your laptop before the flight, it may be confiscated? Packing an electric brush in your carry-on may land you in trouble at the security check. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You’re running through the airport, waiting in endless security lines, dealing with your baggage, rushing yet again to the gate – if only you’d arrived two hours early! Right? Not necessarily. And airports know that.
For example, along with lots of other secrets, they’re not telling you that some hubs have facial recognition scanners that can easily track you. Or that the cheapest days to fly are Tuesdays and Thursdays. Or that arriving at the airport 2 hours before your flight isn't really necessary. But why do airports recommend to do that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do you usually do while waiting for a bus or sitting on the subway on your way to the office? If you're like a lot of people, you're watching the screen of your smartphone or tablet. Why not? Everyone does it, after all. Our gadgets are closer to us than anything or anyone else. They're a source of information, communication, and fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you see a hornet you probably wanna escape ASAP. But what if you accidentally swallow one and it ends up in your stomach? Hornets are up to 2.2 inches - which is not easy to swallow but it's still possible. Let's imagine a massive hornet ends up inside your body - what's next? Is it gonna defend itself or sit there calmly, scared of unfamiliar environment?
In this video you're gonna learn a lot of cool facts about hornets, bees and wasps. For example, one one these species have specific muscles they are able to contract multiple times from just one nerve impulse. Is it a bee, a wasp or a hornet? Any guesses? Let's find out... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There're many things banned in space: like salt and bread, because crums can damage the equipment. When it comes to beverages, carbonated drinks are off the table as well because they're buoyant in a weightless environment. But pencils are also prohibited to use in space. Why? The answer will surely surprise you...
Here're the coolest facts about space to share with your friends. You'll learn why the Moon is not entirely white and devoid of color. And why astronauts need to exercise that much while in space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the habits of rich people? What do wealthy people do differently? Some of us think that if somebody's born poor, they'll remain there. But in fact, there are differences in actions that lead us to wealth (or, on the contrary, to poverty). But some of these habits are really strange.
Ever needed to make a cupcake spreadsheet? Or relieved stress by soaking your feet in a toilet bowl? Weird? Yes. Some common habits of the rich and famous? Also yes! Hey, maybe these odd rituals are the key to their success, and you’ll want to try them too? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Earth’s oceans are only 5% explored, outer space is supremely larger — and we haven’t explored even a hundredth of a percent of it. But space exploration in real life is just as fascinating as it looks in the movies. Space facts are always interesting to learn! And what we have already learned is mind-blowing.
Did you know, for example, that Tthe farthest we can see into space today is 13.2 billion light years? Or that there’s trillions upon trillions of light years of space beyond the edge of the observable Universe? Or that Black holes aren’t completely black — they have a barely visible hue of their own? Here are really cool facts about space and they will rock your world! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Prince Charles and Princess Diana are engaged. The soon-to-be bride often went to various events with her future groom. One of those was a polo tournament at Windsor that Charles was taking part in. Diana was on the sidelines rooting enthusiastically for her fiancé.
That’s when cameras caught an interesting detail: Lady Spencer had two watches on one wrist: a dainty one with a thin gold strap, and a bigger watch with a leather strap. The assumptions soon followed... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We rarely think about how interesting and unique our bodies are. Did you know, for example, that your brain holds about 25 million gigabytes? Or that we do have a 6th sense? Or that by adulthood, you produce about half a teaspoon of tears a day?
The longer humankind lives, the more secrets people discover about one of the most mysterious organisms: the human body. We mostly learn facts we never expected. And the more facts we gather about ourselves, the more discoveries we want to make. So let's find out the coolest aspects of the human body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why are your fingers different lengths? And what would happen if all five fingers were of equal length? I was browsing the web the other day and took a personality test – something like “what your finger length reveals about you”. When I found out I can’t be a genius because of the way my fingers are, it made me wonder: why do your fingers have to be of different length anyway?
It looks like evolutionary history still doesn’t have a 100% clear answer to this question. They recently found a skeleton of a guy with a lump at the base of his hand from 1.5 million years ago. It means humans possibly had hands just like we do now back then. Until then, millions of years before, their fingers were long and curved, their palms were extra broad, and their thumbs were small and weak. So, what made humans evolve and go from uniformly shaped fingers to what we have today? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do rich people buy? Many of us think that wealthy people buy luxury things only. Of course, there are things that speak to a person’s financial wealth like expensive watches and fancy cars. Some poor people are ready to save their money for years or even take out loans to be able to buy these things. However, rich people around the world have gradually stopped indicating their social status this way.
For example, Forbes-list millionaires can talk on a phone model released 5 years ago these days. Yes, rich people don't buy what poor people want, and it’s not just phones! So here're symbols of wealth that are not trendy anymore. There are still many people who haven’t realized this yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do cats like to sleep with their owners? Is it healthy, by the way? And if it's not, what are the risks? Actually, most of the cat owners sleep with their pets. Are you one of these people? Then you know that it's really relaxing to sleep with a cat listening to their purring. And they are so warm and soft! But have you ever wondered why your cat loves to sleep on your bed so much?
The sweetest thing is that it’s their way of saying “I love you!” Cats can't tell you this directly, so they kneed your legs, bring you gifts, show you their belly, purr, and sleep by your side to show affection. They can be independent and antisocial, especially compared to dogs, but they miss you dearly when you're away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would happen if everyone on Earth flushed at the same time? And how does toilet flushing work, by the way? When you flush your toilet, you don’t even give a second thought to what happens to sewage water in the pipe work: how fast it travels, or where it goes. But if you ever do, then you should hope there will never come a day when everyone in the world flushes at the exact same moment.
In older buildings, especially outside the US, you can still find this kind of a drawer that opens up on a really huge vertical pipe. That’s where all the waste goes when you and your down and upstairs neighbors flush. May sound gross, but you can even hear the waste water rushing past you when someone above presses the button. So imagine that the whole column just decided to flush at the exact same moment... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the temperature of lava? Is it hotter than magma? And what's the difference between lava and magma? Well, lava is the stuff that flows from volcanoes. Magma earns its lava status once it surfaces. It’s not just a terminology thing – that magma also loses some gases and acids when it gets its new nametag.
It’s hottest when it first erupts from underground and cools down as it flows. You can make an educated guess of its temperature based on the color. It starts out bright orange and burning at about 2,000°F! Then it “cools” down to bright red (around 1,600°), dark red (1,300°), brownish-red (1,000°), and finally black once it’s hardened. So, what happens if you touch hot lava? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jet lag happens when you cross several time zones while traveling from west to east or vice versa. It's hard for your body to align its internal clock to a new time zone – that's why you experience all kinds of annoying symptoms, from headaches to a loss of appetite. Your meal and sleep schedules are all messed up, you feel lively at night and groggy during the day... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What does zero mean to you? Do you think it's just "nothing"? But have you ever wondered what our world would look like if you took away zero just for a day? Btw, you might be surprised to learn that zero hasn’t been around forever. Yes, we used to live in a world without it! It was invented in India during the 5th century.
But why did it take humanity so long to understand something as basic as “zero”? You can see those 3 birds perched on a tree branch or those 2 bees flying around your 1 can of soda. But zero? The absence of something? You never see it, never think about it because it’s not there for you to perceive! Yet zero is so incredibly important… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So, your entrance door has a reliable modern lock, right? After all, you care about your safety! But do you lock your gadgets similarly well? Remember that just one password mishap can result in dishonest people getting access to all your accounts!
Yup, you should realize that if one of your accounts is breached, it's just a matter of time until other accounts protected by the same password will be broken into as well. With the same password for a dozen apps and sites, you'll have to change passwords for all of them if one of your accounts gets exposed. Otherwise, you just need to change one! And here's the list of other things to pay attention to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered why didn't the Titanic just hit the brakes as you would do with the car? Well, of course, because ships don’t have brakes! But why?
The first thing that comes to mind is that ships move in water – duh! – how do you even brake in water? But then you need to remember that even airplanes have something similar to brakes, and they work to slow down a plane in the air! It seems like it’s not that simple, after all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you make a snowball and try to set it on fire, the thing won't melt. The snow will first turn black. Then it'll start to vanish – but you'll get no water. So where's the water gone? Why doesn't snow melt under fire? And why does the snow turn black over the flame? The answer's surprisingly simple!
It's another round of cool random facts from Bright Side! Like why some eggs are pointier than others? Or what happens to a star when a black hole eats it? How about this one: how many skyscrapers could you stack in the Mariana Trench? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The most enthusiastic travelers spend, on average, 88 nights in hotels every year, according to statistics. And hotels around the world do their best to make their rooms a home away from home for their guests. However, many people don’t realize that paying for a hotel room doesn’t mean using it without taking extra care. We made a list of certain rules that everyone should follow before checking out from a hotel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nature is an author with an incredibly good imagination. Besides amazing animals and plants, it hasn’t forgotten about humans and gives them really unique body features. For example, the Bajau people who live in the waters around the Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia have evolved spleens that are way larger than average. Thanks to this rare mutation, they can stay underwater for up to 13 minutes!
Another mutation allows people to get away with just a few hours of sleep a night and still feel great! Such short-sleepers don't feel tired, and they never sleep in. Only up to 5% of people have this feature. One in every 500 people has an extra rib called cervical. The average human has two dozens ribs, 12 on each side of the body. But those "lucky" ones can have 25 or even 26. Interested? These facts prove that nature is one of the best creators, that definitely thinks outside the box. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Facts about human eyes can be surprising. The human eye is your second most complex organ after the brain. It has over 2 million working parts! One million nerve fibers connect it to the brain! As all the pieces work together, they process around 36,000 bits of information per hour. By the way, the human eye is responsible for 80% of everything you learn.
How many colors can your eyes distinguish? Why do you have way more in common with sharks than you think? What were the first creatures to have eyes like? Why we often get red eyes in photos? Can you sunburn your eyes? So, here are 30 amazing things you should know about human eyes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There's a lot your pet's name says about you. If you choose a human name, you're most like to treat your furry friend like a member of the family, not just a pet. How about original names like 'Pixel'? Or historical names like 'Napoleon'? Let's see what your pet's name choice reveals about your personality! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would happen if all of the ocean water became clear so we could see through it? Well, when the water in all the oceans becomes transparent, the world will change forever. In a few years, people will discover thousands of new sea creatures that were previously unknown. Simultaneously, the planet will lose hundreds of thousands of fish and mammal species, too. The cycle of life on Earth will be interrupted, and humanity will face natural disasters and famine.
The beginning will be incredible. Imagine you're sailing on an expensive liner somewhere in the Atlantic ocean. Suddenly, you hear screams. All the shocked passengers come to the edge of the deck and watch an incredible picture. The ship seems to be floating high in the sky. Under it, the water is completely transparent. You see volcanic sea mountains and coral reefs of different colors and shades. The bottom is thousands of feet from the surface, so it feels like the ship is floating high above the ground. Only the fish swimming in this "sky" let us know that the boat is still on the water... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you love incredible stories of animals saving human lives? Well, then this one will definitely amaze you. In the fall of 1924, Curtis Welch, the only doctor of the port town of Nome in Alaska, raised the alarm: there was too little of the cure for a sudden illness striking the town. Dr. Welch ordered an additional batch and was hoping to receive it before winter because otherwise the town would be locked out by ice for 8 months. But the ship with the cure didn’t make it in time, and the town had no choice but to wait until spring.
There were no signs of an outbreak in Nome, but Dr. Welch was still beside himself for some reason. In December, he took in several patients with a sore throat, and although he ruled out the illness, his suspicions grew with every passing day. Until finally, in January 1925, they turned out to be correct: he officially diagnosed the first case. Nome was home to about 2,000 people, but 10,000 more lived in the surrounding area, all at risk of contracting the illness. Over a million units of the cure were found across the country and shipped to Alaska. But the real challenge was to get them to Nome itself... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nowadays everyone can travel right from their couch! All you need is a perfect video that takes you on a tour around a remote and fascinating country you've always wanted to visit - like Japan! It's a country that attracts so many tourists and not without a reason: there're so many things in Japan that can surprise even the most experienced traveller.
For example, did you know that the Japanese grow square watermelons! Exactly: not round but square. By the way, their love for square things is so big that they even trim their dogs in form of cubes too! Isn't it amazing? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If money makes the world go ‘round, then it also makes my head spin. I used to be financially clueless – burning through paychecks before the bills were even paid. But now that I’ve been living in Sweden for a few years, here’s what I’ve learned from the locals.
Budgeting and spending smart are a top priority here, sitting down and drawing up a detailed plan of where your money is going is key, finances are a personal subject that’s not often shared, both conversationally and literally! If you’re looking to borrow a few bucks from a friend because you blew your whole paycheck on the latest smartphone… Nope, Sweden isn’t the country for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is it ok to eat moldy cheese? 🧀 Mold is often a sign your food has gone bad... except for when it comes to cheese! If possible, just remove the moldy parts so you can eat the rest. If by accident you ended up eating some of that moldy cheese, don’t worry! Most cheese types already contain some kind of mold. The most well-known one being blue cheese! It’s an important part of the cheesemaking process, so it's supposed to be there!
And moldy blue cheese doesn't even come close to being the most unusual food eaten regularly. Travel the world with me, and we'll look at the most surprising foods (and things!) people eat all around the world. To name a few: tarantulas, grasshoppers, bird nests, ant eggs, and even cheese with maggots in it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you think you know everything about your own body? How about the fact that 25% of an adult's bones are in their feet? Or that taste buds aren't actually those bumps on your tongue?
By the way, your eyes are an amazing instrument! They can distinguish between 10 million different colors! And the muscles that help your eyes focus make around 100,000 movements a day. If you want to make your leg muscles move as much, you need to walk 50 miles! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do rich people buy? Many of us think that wealthy people buy luxury things only. Of course, there are things that speak to a person’s financial wealth like expensive watches and fancy cars. Some poor people are ready to save their money for years or even take out loans to be able to buy these things. However, rich people around the world have gradually stopped indicating their social status this way.
For example, Forbes-list millionaires can talk on a phone model released 5 years ago these days. Yes, rich people don't buy what poor people want, and it’s not just phones! So here're symbols of wealth that are not trendy anymore. There are still many people who haven’t realized this yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With these cool facts about different countries, you will never be without a good story at a party. There are almost 200 countries in the world, and each one is unique! Some have legendary athletes. Other places are home to animals that don't live anywhere else. Some states have an unusual geographic position. And in others, people can enjoy 1,500 varieties of bread! Did you know, for example, that Brazil has won the most FIFA World Cups in history? Or that in Australia, some roads are so long and boring people install signs to entertain drivers? These signs can contain images of rich local fauna or trivia questions. They keep you alert, which can save your life in a fatigue zone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to survive an abduction? Chances are you'll never be kidnapped. But it wouldn't hurt to know some tips to avoid and escape a kidnapping (just in case.) Imagine that you're walking down the street with a pep in your step, when... Boom! Everything goes black. You’ve been blindfolded and your hands are tied. You feel yourself being put in the trunk of a car, and the vehicle takes off...
The main thing for you now is to collect your thoughts, analyze the situation, and be very attentive. Get control of your breathing. Deep breath in, count to 5, and exhale. Have you calmed down? Are you ready to get out of this situation the smart way? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you like to enjoy a big glass of milk every day, then your body is more unique than you thought! Only 30% of people can drink milk, while the other 70% can't digest it. Even more puzzling: your body loses its ability to process milk as you age. So if you used to drink it just fine but milk's giving you problems now, know that you're in the majority!
There are plenty of other awesome human body facts to go with that. Like that humans cannot multitask! So if you're struggling to juggle several tasks at once, don't be alarmed, it's just how your brain is wired! What about some rare body features only a tiny percentage of people have? Can you touch your nose with your tongue or breathe in through your nose while talking? There aren't many of such superhumans among us. Find out if you're one of the rarest! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is holographic gaming possible? And if it is, how close are we to it? From Ping-pong and 84’s Tetris to Nintendo’s classics; from Wolfenstein and Doom to modern-day VR technology. It seems like games aren’t just here for fun, but to push our technology beyond the limits. So what’s next? Will we play games in holographic augmented reality rooms?
While the concept of holographic gaming isn’t at the top of the list of gamers’ expectations, we’re still about to take a new evolutionary step in the gaming world in general. With the new generation of consoles on the horizon, it’s only natural to expect a rise in processing power, better graphics, and smooth gameplay without stutters and slowdowns. But why not bring some new, exciting, and revolutionary ways to play games? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If there was a swimming pool on the Moon, could a person swim in it? Think about it! We’ve sent satellites beyond our solar system. We’ve walked on the moon, and we’ll soon do the same on Mars. But we’ve missed one more important task, and it’ll take a bright mind like yours to make it happen: what if we swam on the moon?
So, you decide to build the first-ever pool on the moon! Could it work? How different would lunar swimming be? You need oxygen inside, but you still want lunar gravity. Otherwise, your new idea of moon swimming will just turn into Earth swimming, and that’s not fun or fresh. And the walls must be transparent, like a giant bubble! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The world with no rocks... what would it be like? What if there were no rocks to build bridges, houses 🏠 , even sculptures? What are the main uses of rocks? Cement, chalk, building materials, even bath scrub - it'd all be gone... Many industries would be severely hit, landslides might occur more frequently. Let's take a look at the world with no rocks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's summer - the season of bugs! So you might have started wondering: 'why bugs come out at night' and 'why bugs are attracted to light'. 💡 The first step to take in order to get rid of bugs in your house is change your lightbulb. Bright white and bluish light is the most attractive to insects. If you change the lightbulb for LED, you will notice less bugs. Why? Those produce warmer light, which keeps the insects away. Here're 8 things to change in order to stop bugs from coming into your house. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Just think about it: you've accidentally locked your keys inside your car. What's the way out and how do you get in? No panic! Duct tape may help you. No, there's no need to break the window and then put the duct tape to cover the hole - there's a cool lifehack waiting for you in this video...
Let's take a look at these 20 car tips to help you out in a pinch. You'll find out why you should leave your wipers up in the winter. And how to protect your car doors from getting frozen overnight. Also you'll learn a life hack on what to do when your windows fog from the inside. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scientists proved that our productivity decreases due to spending time on our gadgets both during work and during our leisure time. Distraction is the biggest enemy of your productivity. But as a test, try to watch this video until the very end without clicking off. The video doesn't last even 10 minutes! Our tips will help you to work more productively, pump up your brain, relieve stress, and make your life better in general.
Did you know, for example, that it takes at least 23 minutes to get fully involved in the process of work after you've lost concentration for even a moment? Well, to be precise, it's actually 1,395 seconds. So to start being really productive, make your workplace as non-distracting as possible. Don't try to multitask. Chances are you won't complete anything challenging if you're scrolling your social media feed simultaneously. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's your favorite travel destination? Is it some beautiful European city like Paris, Rome or Athens? But have you ever noticed that European cities are much flatter than those in USA or Asia? Of course there're tall buildings in the financial districts but their number is nothing compared to those in other parts of the world. What stops Europeans from building a large number of skyscrapers and start looking like New York, for example? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever noticed anyone following you? The feeling of being watched is something that most of us can relate to experiencing at some point. Imagine you’re walking home after a night out with friends and suddenly notice a shadow walking right behind you. What're you gonna do? It’s important to trust your senses and remain calm in order to protect yourself.
Learn these simple steps to take in case you notice a stranger trailing you. They're gonna help you protect yourself in a critical situation. One of them: if your hair is up in a ponytail or bun, let it down as you walk. Let's find out, how it will help... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Evolution is a process that results in changes over time. It's impossible to stop this process or slow it down. Evolution enabled humans to have larger brains, longer legs, increased social cooperation and tool-making. What's awaiting human evolution in the future? Are we gonna become faster, smarter and age slower?
Scientists claim it’s possible for us humans to produce venom. In fact, there're mammals out there that already can produce it: like the platypus, slow loris, and vampire bats. People are very much likely to become venomous as well. How's it gonna work? And would we be able to taste this Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why is it faster flying from west to east? The fastest commercial flight ever was in February 2019, when an airplane flew at the speed of 801 mph. And that was only thanks to the direction it was heading in: east. By the way, passengers there also rapidly lost weight! What? The airplane diet? Is that a thing? All in due time, though. How about learning some mind-blowing facts about airplanes?
What are the safest seats on a plane? Why don't planes have parachutes on board? Why does your plane suddenly decide not to land straight away but make a circle around the airport? Can an autopilot land a plane by itself? About this and much more you will learn from the video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here's some breaking news for you: technically, every human on Earth is a big group of microbes. Bacteria affect our life much more than you think. Each person is only 43% human and 57% microbe. Wow! These creatures are true owners of our Planet! To our 30 trillion human cells, we have on average about 39 trillion microbial cells.
If you get on the scales, you can subtract more than a half from the number you see and you'll get your actual weight. Maybe you don't really need that diet, if you think about it. Let's learn more about this hidden half of ourselves... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How many layers does the Earth have? Have you ever wondered what lies beneath Earth's crust? Well, our planet is like an onion - with loads of different layers. The Earth's crust is like a hard-boiled egg's shell - thin and tough. It takes up less than 1% of the planet's size. At a depth of 3,300 ft, the pressure reaches 330 atmospheres. That's like four elephants piled up on your head or two pandas balanced on your thumbnail.
About 6,500 ft below the surface, you still can meet some living creatures! Those are springtails - teeny eyeless insects that live in super-deep Krubera Cave. The deepest multicellular animal people know about lives at a depth of 11,800 ft in the TauTona mine in South Africa. This may sound strange, but a lot of interesting things happen underground. For example, 510 ft underground, you find the world's deepest hotel, and in 2020, the world's deepest concert took place at a depth of 6,200 ft! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The first mobile phone was the Motorola DynaTAC 8000X. It was made 37 years ago, so it was not technologically advanced, by today’s standards. The first phone camera was in the Kyocera Visual Phone VP-210. It was made in 1999 in Japan and could take video and photos. The camera had only 0.11 megapixels and was able to process just 2 video frames in a second, but it was the first ever video filmed on a phone.
Much has changed since then and even cheap devices nowadays are much more powerful than the most powerful computers of the past. So much so that your phone has half a million times more memory than a whole bunch of computers that sent the first man to the Moon! Our phones are becoming much more similar to PCs than to actual telephones. But why don't mobile cameras come with night vision? Check out these cool facts you probably don't know about cell phones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Internet is full of different facts about Japan, so when it comes to their gadgets, architecture, and fashion, it's hard to surprise us. We all know about Japan's accuracy, work ethic, animal islands and square watermelons. But there are less obvious things happening there that can bewilder even the biggest fans of Japanese culture. For example, for introverts who may feel lonely now and again, there are special cafes in Japan that feature cuddling services.
And Japanese food is crazy, combining a bunch of unusual flavors in regular things. How about ice-cream? Choose the flavor: there are potato, miso, wasabi, soy, and many other flavors. For those who like it extreme, there’s even raw horse meat ice-cream. Here are the most unusual facts about Japan and Japanese culture that will change your view of the Land of the Rising Sun! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you often argue with your partner? There's no ideal relationship and every couple goes through having to communicate and agree about something and finding compromise. Disagreements happen in all relationships, but what matters is how they are dealt with.
Here're 25 tips to make your partner listen and agree with you. You'll get to know the words to avoid in order to end any quarrel fast. Also, you'll learn the tips on how to start a conversation about any topic that worries you.You'll end up fighting less and resolving any conflict peacefully, I promise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Bermuda Triangle is where the Caribbean islands are, and they're very popular places for people going on vacation. Millions of tourists visit these places every year, and they travel there on ships and planes. Plenty of small airplanes and boats constantly travel between the remote islands, and they don't encounter any spooky stuff. So you can be sure that all the planes on this map are going to reach their destinations in one piece.
Then why is the Bermuda Triangle also known as the Devil's Triangle? Stories of missing ships and planes have made plenty of people think it's an area of paranormal activity. Many people try to avoid traveling through it. And their fears make a lot of sense, because lots of the things that have happened there are difficult to explain. The myths about the Bermuda Triangle must have come from somewhere. Let's deal with all the rumors and investigate some of the weirdest things that have gone on in the Bermuda Triangle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every city and town on Earth is unique, but some specimens are so extraordinary that it’s hard to believe they really exist. We found the weirdest towns on our planet. Some of them are worthy of a long weekend visit. For example, there's a small town in Japan that was built on an active volcano in the ocean! The island looks like a paradise. You can get there by helicopter and ferry, and it attracts lots of tourists.
Have you ever heard of the small village of Nagoro? Almost all the people in it are... dolls. Once, about 300 people lived in Nagoro. Now there are only about 40. To increase the size of the population, she decided to create new people using threads and a needle. Every year, the number of dolls keeps growing. Interested? So welcome to our tour of the most unusual places in the world. These strange cities and villages can scare, delight, and surprise you. You’ll want to get away from some of them as soon as you arrive. But with others, you’ll want to stay there forever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Would you ever wanna visit the Land of the Rising Sun? Japan is a country unlike any other you've ever visited. For example, did you know that traffic lights don't look the way we're used to seeing. Instead of a tiny little fellow we see on our traffic lights, there's a bunny on Japanese ones. As Japan is an island nation, it's developed numerous aspects of its culture totally unaffected by the influence from the outside. That's why some aspects of life in Japan might seem strange for the rest of the world. Let's take a loot at them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So, it's pouring outside when you get on a plane. If you were in a car, you’d simply switch on the windshield wipers and the headlights after turning the key in the ignition. Do pilots do all that? Airplanes spark so many questions! Have you ever thought of what happens when lightning hits a plane? Or why there are holes in airplane windows? Or what causes turbulence?
Why are aircraft windows round? Why are there hooks on the wings? Why don’t airplanes have parachutes for passengers? Well, everything connected with aircraft is well-planned and thought out. Perhaps it’s the main reason why a plane is the safest way to travel. So, let's try to answer the most popular questions about airplanes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You’re an explorer, and right now you’re standing on the edge of a ship in the ocean. You have the largest diamond in the world in your hands. And you’re going to throw it into the deepest place on Earth: the Mariana Trench. To get the bottom you’d have to dive a distance of one and a half times the height of Everest. Almost any object would simply be destroyed at this depth by the enormous pressure. And this is why you’re gonna throw the diamond in there. Diamond is one of the hardest substances on the planet.
You’ve come to the Western Pacific, East of the Philippines. You won’t miss the Mariana Trench, because it has a huge shape of a crescent. This gutter that looks like a scar on the earth's crust stretches 1,500 miles long. The Mariana Trench was formed by the junction of two tectonic plates. There are many such junctions all over the planet, but you chose this one because it’s the deepest. The bottom of the Mariana Trench is almost 7 miles deep. So let's find out what would happen if you threw the diamond into the Mariana Trench! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Think about this: Robots will replace all airport staff soon. Yes, air travel may soon be devoid of human contact. Socially-aware robots will figure out your native language. They'll guide you through the airport to your gate or a place to eat. Cleaning robots will use built-in mapping technologies and an object-avoidance system. Robots will pick up your luggage when you arrive at the airport.
Let’s see what the airport of the future will look like! How can you go duty-free shopping in virtual reality? Will you finally be allowed to keep your phone in your pocket as you go through security checks? What functions will artificial intelligence assume? The airport of today can make you feel really stressed. May the airport of tomorrow change all that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the next 30 seconds, you’ll blink 8 times. Just enough to keep your eyeballs properly hydrated! You’ll take around 8 breaths. 20,000 old skin cells – gone in 30 seconds! And that will be one of the 25 random thoughts you’ll have in half a minute. Don’t lose that train of thought! By the way, did you know that your thoughts are forming much faster than you can utter them or read? Around 600 in this time frame.
Okay, what else? A good amount of those newlyweds must have found each other in a dating app. Maybe Tinder, with its 3,500 matches every half a minute. On the other side of that coin, 30 people will say, “It’s over, gimme half!” in that time as well. 73,000 pictures will be shared by Facebook users. And 1,500 of the world’s 3.5 billion smartphone users will suddenly realize their current phone isn’t good enough anymore, so they’ll get a replacement! Isn't it amazing? Let's find out what other things happen in the world every 30 seconds! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do hand sanitizers work? Let’s see what sanitizer normally contains. The first and most important ingredient is alcohol to help tear off that fatty coating any bacteria have. When a germ gets in contact with alcohol, its coat bursts off and it can no longer cause you any harm since it’s not active anymore. To make the sanitizer truly effective, the alcohol should be at least 60%, then it’ll finish off almost all the germs around you.
But if water were not available, could hand sanitizers be a good alternative? How about looking to the hypothetical future of the planet Earth? So, the world’s not that different – most things that were so common in the 21st century still exist in the 22nd. Turns out there’s only one major change, and it’s water supply. It all started with field irrigation using energy drinks, and even though it wasn’t a success, they had another idea. Now they want to replace all the water in the supply system with hand sanitizer... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What makes Japan a unique country? It has many things in common with other Asian countries. But it's also similar to Europe and even the US in many ways. However, as an island nation with a long history of isolation, it's developed many aspects of culture unaffected by outside influence.
For example, there're certain types of spa in Japan that offer Ramen Noodle baths to its visitors. The procedure is said to have multiple benefits from metabolism boost to smoothness due to collagen contained in pork broth. Wow what an experience!
Meanwhile, the person who puts his/her hand on top of a handshake is trying to show you who's the boss. So a handshake isn't that simple. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
January 12, 1888, was an unusually warm day in the US plains states. Sometime around noon, the temperatures got so high that snow and ice started to melt. People were wandering outside, pleased and surprised by the unusual phenomenon. But everything changed in a matter of minutes. A dark, heavy wall came from the northwest. The hurricane-force winds were bitterly cold. The snow - sharp and stinging.
Within a few hours, the temperature dropped from 30˚F to -20˚F. In some places, the temperature fell to a bone-chilling -40˚F! It was impossible to see anything further than 3 steps away from the door. What made the storm so terrible was its suddenness, the short spell of exceptionally warm weather before, and its timing - during school and work hours. This was one of the worst natural disasters in history and it got the name "The Schoolhouse Blizzard" because most of the lost people were young... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
More than 50% of the population in the US are affected by dandruff. Dandruff can appear at any age; however, it's more likely to do so when a person is between 20-30 years old. Such an inconvenient condition can usually lead to a dry scalp, hair loss, and have a negative effect on your self-confidence. Of course, those little white flakes can be embarrassing, but dandruff is more serious than a lot of people think. It can be caused by an underlying issue, be it a dry itchy scalp, a poor diet, or even stress!
Yep! In 2007, a group of French scientists studied the connection between stress and seborrheic dermatitis, which is one of the most common causes of dandruff. In the end, they found that these two are, in fact, connected. Stress weakens your immune system, so it can’t fight fungal and bacterial infections as well as it should. There are countless ways to reduce stress levels in your life. Just do more of what makes you happy. And instead of reaching for yet another overpriced shampoo, how about trying some all-natural ways you can be free of the flakes without breaking the bank? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to keep your bathroom clean longer? One of the main reasons we put off bathroom cleaning is because it feels like an overwhelming amount of work. We ignore it until we can’t take it any longer and spend a whole day wiping the floors and mirrors.
Imagine a place full of weird smells, spider webs, dirt, and scum… Okay, hopefully, that's not how your bathroom looks. But cleaning it might just be the toughest chore. Unless you know the secrets behind doing it in half the time, with half the effort. Here are several ways to make every surface of your bathroom gleam pretty quickly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What you shouldn't do after the gym? Working out is not just a bunch of exercises. It’s a lifestyle! If you’re working hard on getting fit and buffed but not succeeding, the problem may be in what you do after a workout. Yep, there are some common mistakes that are ruining your fitness goals.
For example, it’s natural to lose appetite after a workout, but you need to eat something according to your diet within one hour after a gym session. And yes, chicken is a great source of protein because it’s easily digestible for us. But if you start feeling that soreness in muscles increases, try to add some fish into your menu. Okay, here are 22 post-workout mistakes. Just try to avoid them and see the results. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey guys! Here's another compilation of weirdly fascinating facts about the human body! You think you know your own body perfectly? Well, you probably know how it works and what kinds of changes and processes are occurring in it every second of the day. But in fact, the human body is one seriously complex and mysterious mechanism. And there are really surprising facts you might never have guessed!
Did you know that your body is ever-changing? When you’re born, you have around 300 bones. By adulthood, 1/3 of those have fused together to leave you with just 206. And you’re technically missing kneecaps until about age 3. Also, you “replace” your skin entirely every month, your blood – every 4 months, the liver – 500 days, and you make yourself new bone cells every 10 years! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why does outer space look black? Well, the night sky is so dark to our perception because most of the universe is empty. But have you ever wondered what space would look like if it was red? Just imagine: you go out on the roof at night to look at the stars, but the whole sky is red! What's going on here? This can't be real. Has something happened with the earth's atmosphere? Or maybe you're on another planet entirely!?
It seems a super-powerful star has formed near the Earth – it’s the only reasonable answer! Space is usually black because stars are too far away from each other and from our planet. The closest they get is 4 light-years away, and that trip would still take 137,000 years to get from A to B! The light they emit simply can’t illuminate that vast space in between. But it can and does when you shorten the gap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you feel like royalty? Well, there is the throne on which most of us sit every day, in the temple of calm and tranquility. Yes, it’s the toilet. It's believed that a person spends two months to three years of their life on the toilet. It's not a little, come to think of it. So let's look at some facts about the most sacred place in the house. Yep, there are a lot of interesting toilet facts you might not know!
For example, the Hang Fung Gold Toilet is the most expensive toilet on Earth. It costs $5 million, and it's made out of solid, 24-carat gold. It works, but nobody has ever used it. But there is a toilet more expensive outside the Earth. The ISS has a toilet worth $19 million! You need to strap yourself to the seat to use it. Yeah, no gravity. Then how does it work? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Just one innocent question about the vastness and awesomeness of the Universe can make dozens more pop-up in your head. Can stars turn into planets? What are stars made of? Can a black hole swallow a star? Thanks to new technology, spacecraft, and probes, scientists accumulate new data about the Universe and the Solar System on a daily basis. Today we know about the Big Bang, black holes, and other galaxies. How about learning more about stars?
Do you know, for example, that out of the hundreds of billions of stars in the Milky Way, we won’t see an absurd majority of them? They’re either hidden by something or too dim to be visible. In a clear night sky and without any light to pollute the picture, you’ll be able to see around 3,000 stars. Some other objects you may see are planets, distant galaxies, satellites, or even the International Space Station. Interested? Then here's another compilation of surprising facts about space! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You go to the kitchen, make your morning coffee – this will take care of that drowsiness! Bathroom, wash your face, squeeze a little bit of toothpaste on the toothbrush… Wait, your toothbrush – it’s all tattered and shredded. You look in the mirror and notice your teeth are half the size they used to be! And this triangular shape… You didn’t have that before! Wait a minute, you’ve seen this before. They’re piranha teeth! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to charge your iPhone faster? Every smartphone owner has been there: you're about to walk out the door, grab your phone, and see that it says "low battery." You have about 7 minutes until you have to leave. Are there any ways to speed up your iPhone's charging process? In fact, yes, you have some options to reduce your iPhone’s charging time.
Did you know that when your iCloud Photos feature is turned on, each transfer eats up a good portion of priceless battery? You can disable it in iCloud Photos. Don't let your apps refresh in the background. And put your Siri to sleep. Your phone will no longer be listening and waiting for you to say those magical words which will save your battery. In short, if you’re iPhone user, check out these tricks to charge your iPhone as fast as possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you’re looking for a surefire way to annoy your cat, use a cat face filter. Your pet’s reaction to this innocent joke may be surprising: some run away, while others try to figure out what’s going on. But why are cats so confused by cat filters? How do cats see human faces, by the way? Do they understand the difference between a person’s face and their own?
Well, cats divide every creature they meet into three groups. Prey, predators, and everyone else, who they see as other cats. To them, a person is just another big cat, who can also be an ally that supplies them with food and shelter. So what happens when we use a cat filter that makes us look like weird cat-humans? Whу are cats sometimes frightened by this transformation? Maybe it’s because cats think the filter reveals our true nature... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can an anaconda swallow a human? Let's say you're walking through the tropical Amazon rainforest. All of a sudden, you spot a log blocking your way. You come up to this huge branch and try to step over it... but it starts moving! To your horror, you realize it's the most enormous snake you've ever seen - the green anaconda! So, you're the “lucky” one to see the heaviest and one of the longest snakes in the world! The reptile looks to be at least three times longer than you and at least twice heavier!
The only panicky thought in your mind is, "Is this monster going to swallow me whole?!" You're trying to retreat as fast and quietly as possible. It doesn't help, though. You don't produce any sound, but snakes don't care - they have no ears. These reptiles perceive vibrations. And then, the snake lunges at you! Several horror-filled moments - and a massive snake as thick as an adult's arm is coiling around you... Let's try to figure out what does it feel like to be swallowed by such a huge snake! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So there you are, standing on the observation deck near a massive waterfall. The wind ruffling your hair, the roaring water blocking out all sounds. And one thought enters your mind: what would happen if I fell down the waterfall? No need to imagine, it’s happened before! One of the most shocking incidents was at Niagara Falls, the largest of its kind in North America.
Niagara has some of the fastest waterfalls in the world. 6 million cubic feet of water – enough to fill 70 Olympic-sized swimming pools! – rushing down every minute. And if you’re at the bottom, that’s 7 times the weight of the Statue of Liberty falling on your head. Yet, people have survived that... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can you imagine a flight attendant dancing or eating food designated for passengers? Sounds unreal, doesn't it? Well, if you've ever wondered what crew gets up to on empty flights, you're about to find out. The sky's the limit! You'll be surprised by how creative they might get when there's no need to act according to the protocol.
There's a bonus waiting for you! You'll learn about a ghost-flight mystery. It happened in 1943, when a flight on a combat mission disappeared following a raid on Naples. What happened next surprised everyone... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever heard of 'the twilight zone of sleep'? No, it's not a place where vampires sleep or a name of a weird hotel in the middle of nowhere. It's a special technique that can make a true genius out of you. What does it consist of? And how to enter this zone to get a brain boost?
The greatest minds: Leonardo da Vinci, Salvador Dali, Thomas Edison - all used this technique to get into the special zone of our brains. It allowed them to be creative and make breakthrough discoveries. Scientists believe that there're answers to the most critical questions for any person in this phase of sleep... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here're heart-breaking stories about three dogs that one day found themselves all alone in the street. Their humans left them. You'll listen to the stories by Charlie, Oscar and Rocky and see the world with their eyes. What does it feel like to be left by someone you loved and were faithful to, someone you thought was your mom or dad? All of these dogs once had owners. They spent a lot of time with them at the beginning, playing and having fun but then one day they just didn't need them anymore... Would you adopt a stray dog? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
These creatures have supertaste, supervision, can distinguish millions of colors and are extremely flexible. What are they? Some kind of superhuman, you might guess. Nope, these are women. Here're 30+ facts that prove how unique a female body is. Some of them are hard to believe, some will leave you speechless, some will definitely impress you and make you wanna tell all of your friends about it.
For example, women blink more often and faster than men. It's 19 against 11 blinks per minute. As females get older, they start to blink even more often because of higher levels of estrogen. Can you believe that? Blinking faster than a butterfly... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
No one wants to see this little creature in their kitchen. A cockroach causes panic, anxiety, and the sensation your house is all dirty and messy. But do you ever wonder how these fellas came about and why they are everywhere? Did cockroaches live along with the dinosaurs?
It turns out, the oldest ancestor of the cockroaches we have today appeared approximately 235 million years ago. These guys can easily adapt to any condition, that's why they made it through the toughest times in the history of our planet. They can even hold their breath for 40 minutes and can stay underwater for half an hour! Let's explore this creepy topic and learn everything about cockroaches to never be scared of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The best way to avoid getting sick and spread germs to other people is to keep your hands clean. You touch your nose, eyes, and mouth dozens of times a day, often without noticing it. And that's how germs usually get inside your body.
Another sure way to let viruses and bacteria in is to grab some food with unwashed hands before eating it. Germs also tend to stick to handrails, furniture, door handles, and the likes. Washing them with soap and clean, running water is normally more than enough. But what if you've been doing it wrong all this time? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are some psychological tips that work on a subconscious level. They help you win another person’s trust, get somebody’s approval, and relax when you are stressed. You don’t need any advanced techniques. Using psychological tricks correctly can make you look more attractive to others and will allow you to achieve your goals.
"Why does she look at me like that?" "The boss called, I'm so scared." "The party is tomorrow, I'm so afraid of meeting new people." Emotions can complicate your life, and keep you from getting what you really want, so here are some psychological tips to help you always keep the situation under control. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you have a pet, you have probably heard some myths about them. Cats are nighttime hunters, dogs see the world in black and white, goldfish have a 3-second memory – it’s the pet “facts” we’ve all come to know and believe. But how about sorting out pet myths from pet truths?
Yes, your pooch does have a narrower visual spectrum than you do, but that doesn’t mean they can’t see colors at all. Cats are actually crepuscular creatures. As for goldfish, recent research shows that they are capable of learning! So, as you have probably guessed, these “facts” are just myths! Let's discover the truth behind them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to lose weight while you sleep? We can all agree that exercising regularly is the best way to lose weight and stay healthy. But do we exercise daily? No. Do we sleep daily? Yes. So what could be a better way to lose weight than to do so while we sleep?
The first thing you’ll need to do is boost your metabolism. As scientific studies show, cold water forces your body to burn more calories since it has to heat up to get that water in your belly warmer. The same concept works with the water you’re bathing in. By the way, all these tips will help you burn calories as you sleep. But just sleeping for 8 hours gets rid of 300 calories on its own! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do boarding and de-boarding take so long? Why does a plane need multiple engines if it can fly with just one? And is the “black” box really black? An airplane is a complex machine, ingeniously designed to the very last detail. Yet, some things about them still make no sense.
Did you know, for example, that you can open the plane bathroom from the outside? Or that pilots fall asleep, and it’s okay? Or that oxygen masks don’t last long? Yup, the safety instructions always tell you how to use them in case of a sudden loss in cabin pressure. But they don't tell you the oxygen in that mask will only last 15 minutes! Let's figure out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We spend about one-third of our life sleeping, yet we still don’t completely understand this bizarre ritual we carry out each night. You lie down, your body goes unconscious, you see the weirdest pictures in your head, and then wake up only to repeat the whole process the next day.
Although from the outside it seems like nothing but a routine, if we take time to think about it, it is just the opposite: there is a whole world of details and curiosities that we would not suspect at first glance. Here are some fascinating facts about sleep and what happens during that time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why is it faster flying from west to east? The fastest commercial flight ever was in February 2019, when an airplane flew at the speed of 801 mph. And that was only thanks to the direction it was heading in: east. By the way, passengers there also rapidly lost weight! What? The airplane diet? Is that a thing? All in due time, though. How about learning some mind-blowing facts about airplanes?
What are the safest seats on a plane? Why don't planes have parachutes on board? Why does your plane suddenly decide not to land straight away but make a circle around the airport? Can an autopilot land a plane by itself? About this and much more you will learn from the video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Something that never gets boring is knowing random facts, as long as they are interesting of course! If you’ve been looking for some nice ice-breakers or just fun conversation starters, arm yourself with these cool, unbelievable, and very interesting facts.
For instance, if you stare into a fox's eyes, the only thing you'll notice will be its vertical pupils. Look at the sheep's eyes, and horizontal pupils will stare back at you! And that's not the only paradox the world has for us! Check out these facts about the world! They can make you sound knowledgeable in conversations with others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What happens if the door opens mid-flight? Why do seats and tray tables need to be upright during takeoff and landing? What causes the white trails planes leave in the sky? Why do window shades need to be open during landing? Are electronic devices allowed on airplanes?
Every year more than 36 million commercial flights take to the sky and that number is only growing. Air travel can get confusing if it’s your first time and there are a lot of things even frequent fliers get wrong. So, to help you out, here are the answers to several questions almost every passenger has. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Few people know that in 2009, Steven Hawking organized a party for time-travelers. But he didn't announce the event in advance to make sure that each person who arrives at the party is really from the future. Unfortunately, no time travelers turned up.
So what's the point? Ever have an embarrassing moment when you're alone in the room with another person, and there's that awkward silence between you? Well, you don't have to worry about experiencing anything like that anymore! Because now, you can use a lot of cool facts like that as an icebreaker! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you became invisible all of a sudden, what would you do first? You can do anything you want and not get caught...or can you? Is invisibility the best superpower? Well, just because you're invisible doesn't mean you're undetectable. Keep watching to see why! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Whenever you travel, you stay at different hotels: they're all different and cool in their own way. But one thing that stays the same: the bedsheets are always white. Not green, with flowers or red circles... but white. And the whiter and brighter the sheets are, the more luxurious the hotel is. It's much easier to see dirt and stains on white linen. So it makes no sense, or does it?
Here're 27 things you must have googled at least once. These are extraordinary facts about ordinary things. Why do all clocks go to the right? What's the difference between white and brown eggs? Let's get these and many more questions answered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You're sailing on a yacht and the ocean is calm and beautiful. You have nothing to worry about... Until suddenly the water turns dark and the so-called 'rogue waves' start forming. What are they? And why are they considered to be the most dangerous and terrifying waves out there? Why should we be afraid of the rogue waves?
These are some of the questions about the ocean I'm gonna answer in this video. The ocean remains largely unexplored and it's time to get to know it better: mysterious phenomena, ocean waves formation and what makes sailors scared. Spoiler: you'll get to know what 'kinetic vampirism' is! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's always cool to learn new things, though we rarely waste our time answering ”why" questions. Why are chili peppers hot? Why do we collect money in “piggy” banks? Why is pizza round but the box is square? Why are most erasers pink?
Humanity has been asking this question since the beginning. Our brain starts working before birth and its development never stops. In order to keep the brain function normal and healthy for our entire life, we need to feed new knowledge to our grey matter. So here are the most interesting answers to the questions about everything at once. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is being a pilot like? Commercial airline pilots have loads of perks: an astonishing office view, an opportunity to see the planet from the altitude of 35,000 ft, everyone's respect, and admiration. But there are some seemingly innocent things pilots can't enjoy while flying a plane.
Did you know, for example, that pilots rarely know who they're going to fly with until they take their place in the cockpit? Or that there's a "sterile cockpit rule" that prohibits pilots from doing anything but controlling the plane until it climbs to a higher altitude? Or that most commercial airline pilots can only wear a mustache at the most? Intrigued? So here’s the full list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to improve your conversation skills? One of the best ways to connect with people and build good relationships is through making conversation. Not all of us feel skillful in holding conversations but there are many psychological tricks that can help you start a dialogue and draw others around you.
So if you wanna read people like an open book as well as be able to understand who’s good at communicating and who’s not getting the message, check out these tips! They are used by both psychologists and simple people in their everyday lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Could the dinosaurs ever come back? The idea that people could bring dinosaurs back someday is both exciting and scary. But it's no joke. Your childhood dream of a real-life Jurassic Park could actually come true in 30 years! And, yes, scientists were initially inspired by the famous movie. They wanted to find a mosquito stuck in amber and extract dinosaur DNA from it.
But real-world scientists came across a big problem: the oldest DNA sample they were able to get was only 1 million years old. “Only” because all the dinosaurs went extinct some 65 million years ago! So instead of looking for dinosaur DNA hanging out in the belly of an ancient mosquito, they decided to take DNA from the closest descendants of these reptilian giants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I’ll never forget that day. The whole street was plunged into chaos. City transport stopped, the police – powerless. That smell – hundreds of different flavors! – spread throughout the block. It all began when someone called 1,000 deliveries to the same address at the same time.
Requesting 1,000 pizzas from the same pizza place around the corner – might not work since they only have so many supplies. But ordering food from 1,000 different restaurants? Totally possible, especially if you live in a big city. But before you do, beware. I’ve seen it go wrong…very wrong… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It turns out that our planet has been through some rough times more than once. Ice ages froze it over, followed by cataclysms that overheated it instead. But still, life clings on, and here we are, at the top of our shape. It all happened over a span of millions of years. The Earth would freeze over, then thaw, and then cover with frost again, only to emerge warm and welcoming once more.
So, it seems this process is quite natural: it’s a cycle of life on Earth. But scientists have recently noticed that Earth has been warming up too fast. Measures are already being taken to slow down the warming process. But it can’t be stopped altogether. Is it a bad omen for us? Let’s explore! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How many stars can you see in the night sky? Every love song and poem ever written will tell you – millions. Romantic as it is, it’s just not true. Only if you have great eyesight, and there are no clouds or any sources of light (including the Moon) nearby, you'll be able to spot around 2,000 stars at a time. The darker the sky, the more stars you'll notice.
So, today, we are gonna talk about stars! What makes them twinkle, what a bucket of water can do to them, what you have in common with a star, and why they have 5 points. By the way, distant stars look pointy not only to humans but even to super-advanced telescopes. But because your eyes are unique to you, stars look slightly different depending on the person! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know you can actually dissolve razor blades or power a light-bulb using your brain? Have you ever heard that no matter how often you take a shower and change clothes, every inch of your skin has about 32 million bacteria on it? Or that if all iron contained in the body was collected, it would be enough to make a 3-inch nail?
We tend to think that we know everything about the human body. We know how they work and what kinds of changes and processes are occurring in them every second of the day. But in fact, the human body is one seriously complex and mysterious thing that sometimes confuses even the most qualified specialists. It's a really impressive mechanism — let’s dive in to find out more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What rich people spend money on? What to do to become a person who is well-off financially? Millionaires have a similar attitude toward many things and it’s not without reason. The same goes for people who can barely make ends meet. So it’s important to have a certain mindset.
What if YOU were incredibly rich? Would you buy a personal plane or maybe you’d have real a tiger in your household? Or maybe you would buy works of art or extreme rarities just to emphasize their status? Let’s see where big money goes in real life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You've always wanted to know how airport security works? All those body scanners, metal detectors and all that. Well, today, I'm going on a long and tiresome flight. And having to spend 10 hours crammed in an economy class seat isn't the only challenge I'll be dealing with. I have to pass through airport security. How about I take you with me, and we'll see how it works from the inside?
So, there are several types of airport security I'm going to go through. The first thing I'll see after I enter the terminal building is a metal detector that uses electromagnetism. You've probably passed hundreds of these in malls, theaters, or stadiums. It's the first and, actually, very basic level of a security check. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What secrets would phone sales reps never tell you? No-no, it’s not like they are bad guys with some master plan. But being in this business makes them hide things from customers. They come walking up with a big friendly smile, “Hey, how can I help you today?” What they really mean is, “What can I sell you?” But don’t be mad – they are just doing their job!
Do you know, for example, why they are more interested in selling you a phone at the end of each month than in the beginning? Or why when you see a low price for a nice phone, there’s usually a catch? Or why tables with tester-models are always in the center of the store? Interested? Let's find out the whole truth! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our bodies hide many mysteries. Most of us have wondered at least once how much time we spend eating, why some people feel sick during a ride, or why we cough when cleaning our ears. These and many other questions already have answers.
But the human body is a complex and mysterious mechanism that sometimes confuses even the most qualified specialists. Yes, your body isn’t only your temple — it’s a veritable chamber of secrets. Let’s discover them all together! So, here are stunningly interesting facts about the human body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What to do when you can't go outside? Imagine this: you wake up, come up to the window in the living room and see that the street outside looks normal, but there’s not a single soul out there. After making a few calls, you come to a conclusion that the whole city must be locked in their homes...
Having no other choice but to stay put, you decide to check if you’re well prepared. Good thing you’ve stocked up on food for at least a few days. Electricity — check. Internet — also check. Water, both hot and cold — check. Hm, that’s not half bad! So what’re you gonna do next? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you one of those curious souls, like me, that wonder how much water trees drink per day, whether planets can float on water, and why guinea pigs "popcorn"? Yeah I know it’s weird, but I’m a curious kind of guy! Get ready to find the answers to these and many other burning questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What makes a person attractive? We, humans, tend to get insecure about our imperfections but they actually make us unique. Even studies claim that ’going with our flaws’ is one of the best ways of loving oneself. And your so-called character “weaknesses” could be exactly what people find attractive about you!
For example, stubbornness shows that you know what you want, and you’ve made that decision in seconds. Thanks to your straight-forwardness, people around you already know how you feel from the moment they see you, and they like that. Are you shy? It makes you trustworthy since you seem less intimidating to talk to! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the advantages and disadvantages of self-driving cars? Can autonomous cars completely replace conventional ones in the future? Experts think that self-driving cars will be more reliable than a human driver, and the number of accidents will reduce by about 90%. Also, in big cities, traffic jams will disappear when self-driving vehicles go out on the roads.
By the way, self-driving cars become more reliable with each passing month — if not every day. A few years ago they couldn't stop or notice an object in the rain, but now they can "see" and move even during snowfall. It seems that self-driving cars will drive around the city perfectly with such abilities. And that's the main issue... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would happen if you swallowed a magnet? What are the dangers of ingesting magnets? Magnets are not just for decorating the fridge! They’re hiding everywhere: the earphones you’re wearing right now, the computer or phone you’re watching this video on! One place they aren’t hiding is your belly! So…what would happen if you swallowed one? Would you become a walking magnet yourself?
Short but crucial disclaimer: please do not ever try to swallow a magnet in real life! This is very hazardous to your health and would require immediate medical attention. Okay, now let’s just go on a crazy hypothetical journey! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How can you spot a smart person without even talking to? There are lots of common beliefs about intelligent people: they don’t give in to laziness, have a perfect memory, and they're highly adaptable. However, research shows that a high IQ is often associated with quite unexpected habits and peculiarities.
Let's say you’re about to build a team for a really ground-breaking project. Unfortunately, you don’t know much about people you’re choosing from. How do you know who is the sleeping genius that will help you win the day? Here are some guidelines to follow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to cut your electricity expense? First of all, if you wanna lower your energy bill, unplug your phone charger when you leave home. Yep, it continues to use energy. And it’s not the only one in your home! Turn down your thermostat. Just one or two degrees won’t make a difference for you but will certainly reflect in your electricity bill next month.
You can save up to $50 a year if you simply unplug your TV, laptop, kettle, and anything else that you usually leave on standby. Even when these appliances are turned off, they still use a small amount of energy. And don’t scrimp on energy-efficient appliances. They might be more expensive to start with, but they’ll save you hundreds of bucks on electricity bills during their lifetime. So, guys, if you're looking for foolproof ways to save electricity, check out these tips! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you think still that running is the best way to lose weight? Better take a good look at Nordic walking! This workout is perfect for cardio training, but it’ll burn more calories than running. Wanna lose belly fat? The truth is, you can’t target what fat you’ll lose when you work out. It’s just impossible! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes, it may seem that you know all the secrets of the modern world - after all, you CAN and DO use the Internet! But then you accidentally find out that the first photographs took 8 hours to expose or that Mount Everest isn't the closest point to space. That's when you realize the world might not be that simple! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cameras are everywhere. Wherever you go, you're always being watched. CCTV cameras are installed to monitor order in stores, banks, hospitals, and similar public places. Except on airplanes! Why are there no cameras in the cabin? And which places are watching you, but shouldn’t be?
Btw, there are sites where you can access many city cameras even in other countries! You can watch what’s happening on the other side of the globe just like that, through your computer. One filmmaker even made a whole movie just from footage taken by real city CCTV cameras! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How about opening up yourself and looking inside for a little bit? The human body is an incredibly intricate and complex system. Did you know that your eyes can change their color for different reasons (for example, mood, age, dieting, and detoxing)? Or that you produce 2 to 6 cups of saliva every day? Or if your eye were a camera, it’d be a whopping 576 megapixel one? Doesn't this sound amazing?!
So if you think that our internal organs are only capable of breathing, moving, and processing food, you're about to change your opinion completely. A human body is one of the most perfect mechanisms. Its work is thought out to the smallest details. And here are some truly impressive facts about it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to survive a tornado? What to do if you're drowning? What should you not do during a fire? You might think troubles like natural disasters or road accidents can happen with anyone but you, yet truth is, things happen with everyone. So it's not such a bad idea to improve your survival skills to be ready to face anything.
Many troubles could have been avoided if people had known how to behave correctly in critical situations. Sometimes, knowing a simple fact can increase your chances of survival or help save someone’s life. Did you know, for example, that the smell of fish at home, for no apparent reason, means that the electrical wiring might be melting, which can lead to a fire? Or that if your hair stands on end, this is a sign of electricity in the air, which often precedes a lightning strike? Here's a list of useful recommendations that might help you to stay alive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to get better service in a hotel? How to get the biggest discount for your stay? What do hotels offer for free? We love hotels: they are part of the adventure of our travels. And they are supposed to be your home away from home, but do you know what secrets they’re keeping? To ensure nothing blights your vacation, it would be useful to know several hotel tricks.
Even a small thing like a broken bed or a dirty hotel room can spoil the impression of the entire trip. Therefore, to get ready in advance, check out some little tricks that will help you save money and have a great time on vacation. Do you know, for example, that you can easily get an upgraded room without any additional charge if you have a birthday, anniversary, or wedding? Or that you can view everything in the hotel and choose which room you like the most? So, here’s what no staff member or hotel manager would ever tell you… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How does the British royal family travel? Do they fly commercial? It turns out that Members of the Royal British Family annually make many trips around the world. Sounds cool, but in fact, it’s rather complicated. Royal family tours require very detailed planning and adherence to special rules. And some of them seem to be, just weird.
For example, in all countries, an individual menu is prepared in advance for each member of the royal family. By the way, they are entitled to fly in private jets only for special state travel. And sometimes, royals even buy economy class tickets. Ordinary passengers saw Prince William with his wife Kate Middleton or Prince Harry with Meghan Markle on board the aircraft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to speed up your smartphone? Why doesn't your phone battery last very long anymore? Why do apps keep crashing? Can it be something you've been doing wrong? Did you know, for example, why you shouldn't use your phone as a camera too often? Or why it's better to switch to Airplane Mode when the signal is weak?
You can do virtually anything with your phone. But these days one can’t expect a smartphone to last for more than two to three years. Why do smartphones break so easily? Maybe we tend to break any important rules? Let's figure out! Here's a whole new batch of cool smartphone tips for making your device last longer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Yeah, you love your car and you can't imagine your life without it. It’s your baby! But what have you done to protect it from all the bad guys who might be after it? It turns out even simple little things, like stickers, window etching, or taking the manual out of it can help!
But first of all, remember that in many cases, it's not the car the thieves are after. It's that shiny new laptop you dropped at the front seat (because you're only out for a minute, right?). Or maybe your designer purse that looks like it's stuffed full with valuables. Things like that are hard to resist, and often lead to a break-in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So, did you know that almost all laptops tend to work best when the temperature is from 50 to 95°F? Any colder or hotter, and your gadget starts to wig out. The thing is that laptop lithium-ion batteries are notorious for NOT being heat-friendly. Even if you leave your device in a hot place only a few times, you risk ruining it beyond repair!
By the way, the battery isn't the only thing that can get harmed when you abandon your laptop in a hot car. Any hard drive consists of delicate and fragile components; and when the materials they're made of get heated, they tend to expand, which means permanent damage or even failure of the hard drive. How to avoid such dramatic consequences? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You buy a chocolate bar in a package that claims the thing is 25% bigger than its previous version. Then you pick a shampoo that has "only natural ingredients" on the bottle and costs surprisingly little. Ooh! Now stop. Do you really get a great bargain or is it just manufacturers fooling you? Think twice — marketing experts are talented manipulators!
For example, a bag or a bottle itself may look bigger than others produced by the same brand, but its weight can be absolutely the same! Some manufacturers aren't strangers to using optical illusions to make customers think there is more product than in reality. Empty space inside boxes, inflated plastic bags, labels stuck at the top of glass bottles so that you don't notice they are half empty... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You buy a chocolate bar in a package that claims the thing is 25% bigger than its previous version. Then you pick a shampoo that has "only natural ingredients" on the bottle and costs surprisingly little. Ooh! Now stop. Do you really get a great bargain or is it just manufacturers fooling you? Think twice — marketing experts are talented manipulators!
For example, a bag or a bottle itself may look bigger than others produced by the same brand, but its weight can be absolutely the same! Some manufacturers aren't strangers to using optical illusions to make customers think there is more product than in reality. Empty space inside boxes, inflated plastic bags, labels stuck at the top of glass bottles so that you don't notice they are half empty... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You buy a chocolate bar in a package that claims the thing is 25% bigger than its previous version. Then you pick a shampoo that has "only natural ingredients" on the bottle and costs surprisingly little. Ooh! Now stop. Do you really get a great bargain or is it just manufacturers fooling you? Think twice — marketing experts are talented manipulators!
For example, a bag or a bottle itself may look bigger than others produced by the same brand, but its weight can be absolutely the same! Some manufacturers aren't strangers to using optical illusions to make customers think there is more product than in reality. Empty space inside boxes, inflated plastic bags, labels stuck at the top of glass bottles so that you don't notice they are half empty... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Saturn is the sixth planet from the Sun and the one with the biggest rings in our Solar System. But Saturn isn't the only planet to have them - Jupiter, Uranus and Neptune have rings too. Can Earth have rings just like Saturn does?
Scientists claim our planet might be on the way to have rings around it. However, very specific ones - human-made rings out of damaged satellites, rockets and other space junk... What else is awaiting us in the future? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Modern tech is ever-changing. Nobody needed a power bank 10 years ago. Now, they are common since we need to charge our mega powerful phones on the go. Internet surfing was slow and not very convenient because of the small RAM and single-core processor. With such a low screen resolution 10 years ago, you couldn't watch movies or videos on your phone for long.
You look back just a few years ago and think, “Remember when mobile games weren’t even a thing? Ah, yes – headphone jacks and home buttons – those were the days!” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you spend only a day at the gas station, you can see just about everything. The “get every last drop in the tank” types, the nozzle tuggers, the nozzle ripper-offers! And possibly even a few near explosions! So today, we decided to spread the most common mistakes people make while fueling up!
For example, do you remember that thing about static electricity igniting invisible fuel vapors? Well, get this: when you get out of the car, your clothes sliding against the seat fabric creates some static charge. And when you grab that metallic nozzle, a spark can happen. That tiny spark can light up those gas vapors! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Someone you like is about to talk to you? Oh no, you're already blushing and about to faint! Important interview? You can't say a word without a hiccup or nervous laughter! But maybe if you learn why this happens, you'll get yourself out of an awkward situation next time.
For example, for some people talking is a powerful stress reliever. That's why the best they can do when they are nervous is just mumbling or a stream of consciousness that’s clearly not showing their bright side. It takes some skill to deal with that, but it's possible. And we're about to tell you how. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever wondered why your purple soap bar always gives off white foam? Do you know which color is the most unattractive for people? And what's the blackest substance in the world? Have you ever heard that there are impossible colors in the world, such as red-green or yellow-blue?
So, as you may have guessed, today we're gonna tell about colors! By the way, did you know that it's impossible to come up with a new color? You can only come up with a new name for it. We already know all the existing colors that the human eye can see. Some birds, though, are able to see other colors that humans can't recognize. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Just when you think you have this world figured out, all these questions pop up in your mind: why do car rides and rain make you sleepy? Why do airplanes have a hole in the tail? And which water extinguishes fire better, cold or hot?
Do you know what makes us perceive the clouds as white? Or why dogs kick their legs when you rub their belly? Or why most big space objects like planets and stars are round? Well, those answers and plenty more coming your way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do some French restaurants, the open sea, a small town in West Virginia and your favorite rock band concert have in common? All these are just some of the places where your cellphone won’t work for different reasons. Really!
Unless you're traveling on a huge cruise ship that has its own satellite-based technology to let you stay on the grid, the open sea is mostly one massive coverage gap. Or you arrive at your favorite band’s concert you’ve been waiting for years. You take the best shot ever and … you can’t share it online. Your phone might have four or five bars, but nothing works out. Wanna know why? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A weird thing happened to me last night. I was watching some movie where the main character was laughing a lot, and I caught myself thinking: what if you laughed, like, for a full day, non-stop? The thought of it was so funny for some reason that I actually started laughing, and… couldn’t stop myself. So there it began.
At first, it was kinda fun. You know it — when you laugh, you basically ARE having fun, endorphins filling your bloodstream and all that. But after about 5 minutes I started realizing I wasn’t going to stop, after all... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cookies under the entrance mat, beads spread all over the floor, invisible paint smeared on door handles – sounds like a naughty dog has been in your house, or a starter pack for when you're home alone during the holidays! But these and other unusual tips can protect your house – or at least let you know it was visited while you were away!
And remember that most break-ins occur in the afternoon when people are at work or school. Burglars feel safe because their chances of getting caught or identified are low. Still, before getting inside, they watch houses for some time to figure out if they're empty. By the way, one of the things they pay attention to is cars parked in driveways. So if you have an old vehicle you haven't gotten rid of yet, make it useful! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I’ve been a big fan of chameleons since childhood. Not because they're so colorful, but because of their eyes. It’s so cool how they can look in different directions at the same time. And I’ve always wondered what if a human had such eyes too. Luckily, I found out soon enough.
One famous professor invited me to participate in an experiment. He'd studied the structure of chameleon eyes for many years and found out how to recreate them in a person. Long story short, I agreed to the experiment, and the professor conducted a difficult operation on me. And it was a success! Sort of… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In a room full of people, do you tend to hide in the corner? Blend into the wallpaper? Maybe even sneak under the rug? Even the shyest people can use certain psychological techniques that will persuade others to listen to them.
For example, if you don't feel comfortable meeting new people or talking in front of an audience, trick your brain into believing that you do! If you need someone to agree with you, nod your head while you're speaking. Your companion is likely to subconsciously mirror you and start nodding in response. So, guys, if you wanna communicate in a more confident way, these ideas also help you to make a good first impression, improve your communication skills, and attract attention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If just 1 inch of rain fell over an area of 5,000 acres, the amount of water would be enough to fill almost 3-and-a-half million 40-gallon bathtubs! Imagine all the bubble baths! But what would happen if all this rainwater gathered in one gigantic raindrop and fell to the earth?
So, it's a stifling day in the middle of July, and you're staying outside, trying to catch a breath of fresh air. Suddenly, you spot a dark cloud growing on the horizon. "Finally," you think. "I wouldn’t mind a cool shower!" But then, as the cloud is coming closer, you notice that it doesn’t look like a regular cloud. For one, it's too big. And secondly, it's narrower at the bottom and spreads wider at the top... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Traveling by air can be pretty exhausting, so no wonder a lot of people choose to sleep through it. And while doing so is simply inevitable if you have a long-haul flight, you can actually put your health at risk if you doze off during take-off or landing. There are also a lot of other things can make your trip on a plane less safe and less comfortable. For example, taking your shoes off, not asking a flight attendant before switching seats, using the blankets, and even wearing your contact lenses! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever found yourself in a situation, when you wished you could read another person's mind? I bet you have! And you don't need to have a gift for mindreading or a diploma in psychology to do that. These tips will help you to understand another person much better!
Why does your friend start to bite lips, while talking to you? How to make someone trust you? What effect does the sound of your voice have on other people? The answers to these and 90 more questions will surely level up your communication skills. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever wondered why phones changed their size over time? Why do smartphones keep getting bigger and bigger? Just like eyebrows – large in the 80s, tiny in the 2000s and now thick again! Go figure! There's a reason for that - and for loads of more interesting facts you've probably never heard about!
Did you know, for example, that fear can be passed down through generations? Or that in places where it's always hot, oranges remain green? In 1997, scientists from Cornell University developed the world's tiniest functioning guitar. It was the size of a human cell! Why would anybody do that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to speed up your smartphone? Why doesn't your phone battery last very long anymore? Why do apps keep crashing? Can it be something you've been doing wrong? Did you know, for example, why you shouldn't use your phone as a camera too often? Or why it's better to switch to Airplane Mode when the signal is weak?
You can do virtually anything with your phone. But these days one can’t expect a smartphone to last for more than two to three years. Why do smartphones break so easily? Maybe we tend to break any important rules? Let's figure out! Here's a whole new batch of cool smartphone tips for making your device last longer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How can you tell if someone grew up poor? And what are the effects of growing up in poverty? It seems that we make most of our decisions on autopilot. Because of habitual behavior – one has likely formed in childhood. Habits you didn’t even decide to accept. Even if you didn’t grow up without money, you could be sending that message to the world!
For example, people who grew up in poverty often don’t know much about financial planning. They feel shame or offended when someone offers them something for free. The feeling of poverty can haunt a person their whole life, even if they have money now. They’re often ashamed of their poor background. To show that their finances are now alright, they often buy expensive gifts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Where should you not keep your cell phone? What can damage a smartphone? There're ways you're ruining your phone without realizing it. And that’s what we're going to talk about. So, every time I nestled in the driver's seat of my car, my first instinct was to stuff my phone into the glove box. I kept doing it for a long time until I found out that my carelessness could damage my cell phone beyond repair!
Glove compartments tend to be filled with tons of useful stuff, from snacks and napkins to insurance papers and the car owner's manual. Why not add your phone to this pile of useful things? This way, you won't see it, and it’ll be easier to fight that irresistible impulse to check your phone for new messages every 5 minutes! But this "out of sight, out of mind" approach can leave you with another problem on your hands... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why does a stop sign have 8 sides? Why don't snorers wake themselves up? Why do we have red eyes in flash photos? There is so much to know about the world, and sometimes when you stumble across some amusing facts you cannot help but gasp in wonder. Some facts blow your mind, some information makes you want to try it yourself immediately, and other things simply prompt you to find more trivia.
So if you are one curious cat, you are in for a treat because this video is full of random facts that you were probably never aware of. Do you know, for example, why we have eyebrows? Or why we feel colder when our skin is wet? So here's another compilation of amazing facts about the world that can make you sound knowledgeable in conversations with others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
DIY phone cases, faster charging, saving broken cables – you’ve heard all the most common tips out there. But hidden gold? Roll-up smartphones of the future? And have you ever wondered why all phones look the same today? They are rectangular, they have bigger screens and fewer buttons. But some of us still remember the era of smartphones in all kinds of weird shapes and sizes.
The Motorola V70 blew everyone’s mind in 2002 with its 360° rotating keyboard. It looked like a fidget spinner long before those were ever a thing! In 2003, we got the Nokia 7600. This phone was shaped like a teardrop, and the keyboard was placed awkwardly around the screen in the middle. The 2004 Haier P7 Pen Phone was a phone shaped like a pen that, ironically, didn’t work as one. So what happened to all those futuristic concepts? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to strike up a conversation with a person you've never seen before at some social gathering? You desperately try and find an interesting topic to make small talk, but end up empty-handed. Hello, awkward silence. Luckily, there is a solution! You could try and impress those around you with some fascinating facts that few people know!
Why do bottles of water have grooves and ones with soft drinks have 5 rounded bumps on the bottom? What do handshakes mean and where did they come from? How does avocado grow? Can you see the Great Wall of China from outer space? And more answers to questions we all keep googling for no apparently good reason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most of the fat you lose gets converted into carbon dioxide and leaves your body through your lungs, people walked on the Moon several decades ago, but their footprints are still there, and it rains fish in a small town in Honduras every year. The world keeps on surprising us with insanely weird facts that give us the heebie-jeebies. And there`s still so much more to learn!
No matter how many books you read, there is always something that can totally change your perception of even the most ordinary things. Giant ice balls and mushrooms, getting an X-ray to buy a new pair of shoes, quacking dinosaurs, and cats that don't appreciate dog food! Yeah, go figure! Well, get ready for these interesting facts and more to change the way you see the world! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you know what you should do in order to increase your chances of getting a job or make others to always agree with you? Or, how do you win someone’s trust if you disagree with them about something? In short, how to read people like an open book? Psychology! It can also turn you into the most charismatic person in the room and help you overcome shyness!
You don’t need any advanced techniques to achieve all this — just memorize some simple tips. For example, whenever you feel stressed or anxious, chew something. If you didn't get a good night's sleep, tell yourself that you did. And if you're always worried about whether or not you locked the door or turned your iron off, try saying some absurd phrase while doing these things. Btw, using psychological tricks correctly can make you look more attractive to others! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can a phone catch on fire while charging? And if it can, how to avoid it? How to stop your phone overheating? The very first smartphone appeared back in 1992, when IBM introduced the Simon Personal Communicator. The device cost about $1,000, could only send emails and run simple apps, and weighed as much as a hammer!
Gradually, the giant dinosaur smartphone evolved and turned into a sleek modern gadget that accompanies us even when we're asleep! Smartphones have taken over – getting rid of our alarm clocks, maps, computers, gaming consoles, cookbooks, and fitness instructors! But do you know what mysteries and possible hazards your smartphone hides? For example, why you shouldn't charge your phone on the bed? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to survive one month without home internet? Nah, it's not a very live issue right now. Let's talk about what would happen if you lived on the internet for a month! What would be it like to live completely online? So, imagine. Midnight. You’ve been lying in bed, scrolling your feed for the last half hour. Suddenly, one post grabs your attention. “Mass reports of people not being able to go offline,” it reads. Some sensation-hungry tabloid making a story again, no doubt. You shrug and put down the phone. Time to go to sleep.
You wake up holding something in your hand. Your smartphone. Weird. You clearly remember putting it on the bedstand. You unlock it, and a post similar to the one yesterday pops up at once. “Thousands of people unable to put down their devices.” What’s that, some prank gone out of control? You press the screen lock button but nothing happens. You press it several more times, still to no effect. And then you realize you can’t move your eyes away from the screen... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Next time you go grocery shopping, pay attention to the tiny details all around you. Every package color, size, title placement matters! All the hidden details in the objects you find in the supermarket have a message that marketing specialists and designers intended to convey in order to attract a buyer's attention.
For example, did you notice that oranges are always sold in red mesh bags? Why do they look more appealing this way? And why does a bag of chips always appear half full? Next time you get your favorite cheese, ask yourself why it's full of holes. Let's answer these common why's that appear while you go grocery shopping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you always nervous when meeting new people? No worries, you're not the only one. Many of us feel awkward when starting a conversation with a stranger. Especially introverted people don't feel comfortable when having a small talk with random people.
But there're numerous psychological tips that can help you feel more relaxed and make an interesting conversations with anyone. Here you'll get to know the phrase that kinda gives you a reason to talk to the person. And you'll find out what the universal ice-breaker and opening line is. Here's how to talk to anyone so they like you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each of us has played this game at least once: rock, paper, scissors. All you need is at least 2 people and their hands. No special equipment, strength or complicated rules - as easy as that! But it seems impossible to win every time, doesn't it? Is this game all about chance or a mixture of probability, statistics and psychology?
Scientists reveal the 100% winning strategy for rock, paper, scissors. There are four possible scenarios: a tie, rock crushes scissors, paper covers rock, and scissors cut paper. According to research, most people prefer to begin the game by playing one of those signs. What is it? Let's find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey! You ready for the ride of your life? You'll climb on board the first, the fastest, and the most luxurious trains out there. Along the way, you'll find out why trains can't go uphill and how some go without wheels! But are you sure you’re ready? We’ll board a couple of ghost trains!
Empty trains travel around the UK all the time. They pass through stations that have long been abandoned. So, why not close them? Well, you're about to find out. By the way, do you know anything about a train, which wasn't destined to reach its destination? The most famous ghost train ever! According to rumors, this train didn't just vanish – it passed through time and space... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
All countries have interesting facts about them and you should know some! And to make the world a bit more accessible and fun we decided to collect the most fascinating facts about each country. Ever considered traveling while staying in your comfy armchair? Then how about trying it right now? Get ready for the most exciting round-the-world trip (on your screen) ever!
India has the largest postal network in the world. The United States is the country with the biggest number of millionaires. Indonesia is home to the world's largest lizard. Germany was the first country to launch a magazine. There are camel beauty pageants in Saudi Arabia, with thousands of camels taking part in them. Interested? Wanna know more? Then here are some amazing facts about countries all around the world! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
More than seventy percent of the Earth is covered with water, and that massive amount of it is one of the main reasons life exists on this planet. But if water and land were to swap places, the Earth would become a completely different place. How would it affect the climate? Would humans as a species even exist in a world so radically different from our own?
Let's try to look at some of the more drastic changes that would happen if land was to become water and water was to replace land on mother Earth. For the sake of easy map drawing, let's say that it was a direct one to one flip. Everywhere there's land, there's water, and vice versa. The Atlantic Ocean? The continent of Atlantica. The Great Lakes? The Great Islands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to find the best seat on a plane? This spot’s too cold, that one’s too noisy. Oh, there we go! This one’s just right…if you’re looking for the best service in the cabin! And it's not business or first class! Sure, they have big comfy seats that unfold into a full-on bed, bigger TV screens, privacy walls. But, no, go past them. We’re talking cheap seats in economy where the service is even better than in the front sections of the plane!
Well, plenty of travelers swear that the seats near the emergency exits are the most convenient. No surprises here: aviation rules require these rows to have more space, so you can sit with your legs stretched out! But these cozy spots are limited to a few lucky ones. Or the bravest! Because this row is only for those physically capable of helping the crew get everybody out the exit. So where's the best place to sit on a flight? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every time we think we know the world we live in perfectly well, there's something that reminds us that we don't. Be it a discovery or some true fact we earlier thought was made up. How often do you find yourself saying "Wow! I thought it was the other way round"... This video will definitely make you say it at least a dozen times!
For example, did you know that tigers have stripes not only on their fur, but on skin too. It makes me wondering if the same happens with zebras or cows...Wow! There's so much more to learn! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Once upon a time, there was nothing. And in the blink of an eye... There was everything! And maybe, it wasn’t the first time! We know it as the Big Bang, the creation of our Universe billions of years ago. But what was before the Big Bang? And what if you put it all in reverse, and everything shrank back into a single point? Could this be the way the Universe ends?...
The Big Bang happened around 13.8 billion years ago. The Universe was condensed in a single dot with the most extreme density and heat. Then it exploded into a colossal overheated ball of plasma. Turn your TV on an empty channel with the cable switched off – those black and white dots you see dancing around your screen are an imprint of Cosmic Microwave Background. Isn't it exciting? Here are some of the most surprising and interesting things about the Universe we live in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes we forget how unique the human body is. If someone asks you right now about the differences between male and female bodies, you’ll instantly remember only the most obvious one. For example, everybody knows about the incredible endurance of women’s bodies and have heard something about the difference between men and women’s color recognition. But if you take a closer look at the female organism, you can find plenty of other interesting facts that women themselves may not even know about.
Yes, they do distinguish millions of colors. They speak about 20,000 words a day. They are more likely to have hiccups, and they blink more often. Okay, three of these facts about women are true, and one is a gall-durn lie. Let’s check our egos at the door, men, and find out the truth – and why women are superior in some ways to us guys. So, we're about to reveal less noticeable but very curious features of the female body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Okay, it’s that moment when you’ve reached a new level in your fav game! Glorious victory! But instead of continuing to play, you run to the nearest power outlet to charge your phone. Has anything like this ever happened to you? All too often, our Android batteries start to act up just a year after being purchased. And, in most cases, we ourselves are to blame! Let’s face it — we don’t always take care to find out the finer details of handling a smartphone. But there are some tricks that’ll make your Android phone's battery last longer!
Did you know, for example, spotty reception makes your phone work overtime? It keeps searching for a tower, constantly sending signals. Every time the phone fails to make a connection, it has to send the signal again using more battery power. So, go to Airplane Mode or switch to Wi-Fi. You can also switch to Airplane Mode hen you want to use the camera to give your phone a break from all other tasks. Yes, focusing on an image or recording a video with audio puts your phone under strain and takes a toll on the battery! And there are many other tricks you can use to be less charge-dependent! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What will happen if you don't eat salt for a month? You know how they say salt is bad for you? Yeah, I’ve heard that a lot. So I’ve decided to take it to another level and do an experiment with myself as a subject: I’ll spend a month without a single grain of salt entering my body. Let’s see what happens, shall we?
So, I’m going to cut on salt as much as I can. I’ll reduce my sodium intake to the possible minimum. First of all, I’m throwing away all salt I have in my apartment not to get tempted. Secondly, there goes all pastry and processed food. I guess everything that’s left for me are some fruit and veggies along with occasional chicken. By the end of the month we’ll see what happens with my body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do many cats have white paws, how do they always find their home, why don't some have tails while others have two faces? Why don't many cats like water? Do cats always land on their feet? Cats are amazing animals and that’s why so many people around the world adore them. We think that we know everything about them, but that’s not true because they always find a way to amaze us.
Did you know, for example, that cats can get addicted to tuna? Or that cats spend around half of their waking time grooming themselves? Or that a Japanese cat called Maru was dubbed the most viewed animal on YouTube? People watched his videos more than 400,000,000 times by 2019! These amazing creatures have so many secrets! Let’s discover them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What animals can survive without water? No species would exist without water, but some of them can go years without drinking a single drop. They stay hydrated just from the food they eat, while others can absorb liquid directly through their skin. For example. African dwarf frogs cannot survive out of water for longer than 20 minutes! These guys are bad swimmers, and they prefer shallow, slow-moving water where they can swim more easily. By the way, have you ever wondered how long can humans survive without water? Well, you can go without food for about 2 months but water is a different story. The average human can hold out about three days without water. We satisfy one fifth of our water needs from food, and 80% of our lungs consist of water. So, let’s make it a competition and see which creature will live the longest without water. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes we think we know absolutely everything about objects surrounding us. The sky is blue, the sun is yellow, peanuts are nuts. Wait, are they? It turns out, we'd better google something as, otherwise, our knowledge remains incorrect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all know the story of RMS Titanic. But do you know stories of objects that survived the voyage? Here's one of them. In July 2019, a very special item was sold at an auction in Rhode Island. Special, in that it was used over a hundred years ago to save a group of Titanic passengers! But what could it be? One of the lifeboats? A piece of the rescue ship?
No, it was a mere cane. A black walking stick with an amber-colored tip and built-in light. How exactly did a cane help save lives? In the spring of 1912, 55-year-old Ella White was traveling around Europe. Different things can happen while you’re out on an adventure, things like injuring your foot. At least, this is what happened to White at some point during her travels abroad. She decided to get a fancy model with a battery-illuminated crown, a decision that would save her life later... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every sound you hear comes to you in waves. They start from a vibrating object, like guitar strings, vocal cords, lightning shaking the air, and creating thunder! The number of waves that reach you in a second is the frequency. It’s measured in hertz. The more of those waves you sense, the better your hearing is. For example, octopuses can't hear at all, but they can still pick up vibrations of 400 - 1,000 Hz.
Elephants have a wide range: between 17 - 10,500 Hz. They can even hear the sound of approaching clouds! Humans have a typical range of 20 - 20,000 Hz – anything higher than that is considered ultrasonic. Where you stand will depend on your age. Cows hear almost 2 times better than humans do, sensing a range of 23 - 35,000 Hz! Btw, they say cows produce more milk when listening to classical music! So let's find out how different animals hear and who’s got the best hearing in the animal kingdom! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to save your eyes from smartphone strain? Imagine sitting all day long with your arms held straight in front of you. You can probably stay like this for half an hour or even more, but then your arms will feel like they’re made of rock. Same with your eyes because they’re also operated by muscles. That's why constantly using your smartphone or computer does make you tired.
The reason why your eyes get tired of too much screen time is in the short wavelength and high intensity of the blue light. You see the sky as blue on a clear day because it’s the color that scatters most easily of all. The same happens when you’re staring at your smartphone or computer screen: the light scatters in all directions, making it hard for you to focus, and your eyes strain to see a clear picture. So how to prevent tired eyes caused by computer and smartphone screens? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You're scrolling through your feed and see an ad shouting: "Install antivirus on your phone right now!" Hmmm, you think – my phone isn't protected. Perhaps, I should download this. Yes, unfortunately, not all apps have the best intentions: some programs can collect the data from your phone, share your personal information, and even steal money from your bank account.
But wait. Do phones actually need antivirus programs to reduce potential risks? Yeah, we should figure this out before pressing "install". By the way, which devices are more secure, Android or iOS? Which operating system should you choose if you want to keep your device free of viruses and malware? Let's figure out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s morning. The alarm rings. You wake up feeling tired and push the snooze button. Ten minutes later, it rings again. You're feeling worse now and stay in bed a little longer. Then you realize you're late for work, and finally, get up…exhausted. Sounds familiar? Then this video is for you. How to make waking up easier and force yourself to wake up earlier?
Well, if you wake up tired, the first thing you should do is stop hitting the snooze button! Always get up at the first sound of your alarm clock. It'll be much more difficult to get up after the second, third, or fourth ring. Ten minutes of extra sleep won't make you feel any better. In fact, every time your alarm wakes you up, you experience stress, so don't do it again and again – just turn it off and get up straight away. But there are other ways to banish morning fatigue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Saturday evening, Mike turned on his laptop because he needed to use it on Monday and by that time it would be finally ready to function. If you feel his pain, you probably need a new laptop, too. Plus, there are some other warning signs you may need to replace your laptop.
Do you feel embarrassed to take out your laptop in public because it’s so bulky? Anything that’s more than half an inch thick is a laptop that’s old. Do you have to wait for an hour for your laptop to go from sleep mode to ready? It might be a sign your laptop is nearing the end. Does it overheat? Does it sound more like a space ship than a computer? Here are 22 signs it's time for a new laptop! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How much does it actually cost to own a private jet? Well, first you need to buy one. While a simple jet will set you back 3 to 10 million dollars, a more luxurious model costs around 80 to 90 million. Why such a huge difference? The cheapest jets are basically just mini-versions of regular planes. They’re usually older and have fewer amenities onboard.
But if you’re willing to splurge to get a real luxury experience, you’ll probably feel like you’re in a flying first-class hotel room rather than a plane. The most modern jets feature a dedicated bedroom with a comfortable bed, a full-service kitchen, pet accommodation, and the newest gadgets. So you’ve finally made the decision and bought the jet that’s just right for you. But now you need to be ready to open your wallet a lot wider because just the maintenance for one of these things can cost you a fortune. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wanna know what survival techniques pros use when getting lost in the wilderness without a GPS or a phone available? These survival tips are not just for the most extreme cases because even demisting your car windscreen is important for avoiding a serious road accident. So, if you are an avid explorer or see yourself more as a homebody, it is important to be prepared for any situation you may find yourself in.
Do you know, for example, what to do to escape quicksand? Or how to survive a waterfall plunge? Or where you better sleep if you don’t have a sleeping bag? So here's another list of essential tips for all kinds of trouble you may find yourself in, from spending a night in the wild to finding water in an emergency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's freezing outside. Why, oh why haven't you put on a jacket and wrapped a scarf around your neck? You feel goosebumps popping up all over your body. Oh, wait - you touch your face, and it feels as smooth as usual. How come it's not sporting any goosebumps? And why don't bald people get goosebumps on their scalp? By the way, why do you get goosebumps at all? And how does this whole mechanism work?
The skin is, without a doubt, a very important part of your body. It’s actually the largest organ in the human body. But despite that fact, it still remains a bit of a mysterious organ. Of course, everybody knows that it can change its color, texture, and appearance, like after sunbathing, for example. But some other reactions, such as blushing, sweating, or getting goosebumps, can give us a deeper understanding of how our body works. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Even the most honest gamers have used cheat codes once. But have you ever wondered what would happen if you had the power to use video game cheat codes in real life? Which would you use? Well, here's my story. My life’s boring: I’m a common dispensable office clerk living in a small rental apartment on the outskirts, have never been married, and my only two friends live similarly dull lives. It was 7 p.m. I stayed overtime and was just leaving my office building when something drew my attention. It was like… a shadow and light footsteps right behind me. And then… nothing.
I woke up in my own bed and thought it was just a bad dream or something. When I looked at the clock, it showed 1 a.m. — I must’ve dozed off and couldn’t remember it. Before going back to sleep, I got up and went to the bathroom, but tripped in the darkness. I flailed my arms for balance, and suddenly, the world around me stopped, and so did I. Mid-fall. I stood as in some kind of stasis, ready to crash down on the floor any moment but not doing it for some reason. And then I noticed the small blinking signal a bit below my immediate line of sight... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all want to remove stubborn belly fat, and you immediately assume you need to do tons of workouts and ab exercises to reveal a 6 pack hiding under that stomach fat. But there are so many effective ways to get a smaller waist and get rid of side fat and muffin top! You don't need to spend hours at the gym or train at home all day doing crunches and sit-ups. Sure, exercises and cardio will help you lose belly fat fast, but there are so many other tips you can try to lose weight and slim down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why are laptops scanned separately at airports? It might be exasperating to take your laptop out of your carry-on at the security check every single time. Airlines normally tell passengers that if they wanna save time, they should remove laptops from their carry-on baggage before they get to security checkpoints. But why do laptops get so much attention at airports?
So, today we're talking about laptops, computers, and interesting technology facts! How much did data weigh several decades ago? How heavy was the very first portable computer? What did the first computer mouse and true mobile computer look like? When did the first Internet page go live? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What can you find with a metal detector? Coins, jewelry, ancient coins artifacts... Finding some money on the ground a hundred years ago, you could think yourself lucky. If you pick up something valuable today, though, it most likely means trouble. Picking one up and setting it into your phone you might find a huge debt on yourself. If you find a diamond ring or gold bracelet, somebody may appear on the street and accuse you of stealing their jewelry.
The same applies to wallets, money, and credit cards. Or check your surroundings before picking up such items. If you feel somebody’s watching or following you, leave it be. What about electronic devices? Well, if you see a radio transmitter, mobile phone, or tablet lying on the road, never touch it: it might be unsafe and put there on purpose so that you — or any curious person —picks it up. So, here’s a list of things you should never pick up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We hope that you will never see a swarm of angry bees, get lost in a desert, or find yourself in a body of water with hands tied behind your back. But if something like this happens, it's important to know what to do in these situations. You never know what life will throw at you. To be prepared literally for everything, check out these tips and tricks that will help you save your life in extremely difficult situations.
Approximately 2,000 people get lost in the woods each year. In such situations, the first 72 hours are crucial to survival. How you improvize things around you and react can be crucial. Do you know, for example, how to collect drinkable water in the wilderness? Or how to escape from quicksand? Or what to do if you’re stuck in the wilderness without any repellent? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What happens if you wreck a car on a test-drive? If you’ve ever purchased a car, chances are you took it for a spin first. But what happens if you take one of those turns a bit too sharp, or someone cuts you off at just the wrong time. What happens if an accident occurs during the test-drive? So if an accident occurs during the test drive, will the dealership make you pay for the damages out of pocket?
Car dealerships, like most businesses, insure their inventory against damage or theft. Dealerships spend thousands of dollars a year on insurance policies, with the price tag for larger businesses reaching into the millions. So, case closed, right? The insurer covers the cost of repairs, and you go on your merry way? Well, not always. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to become rich? What are some general habits of rich people? While the tips about reading a lot and working less in the office may sound pretty good, it’s not enough to follow them to become a person who is well-off financially. It’s important to have a certain mindset and this way of thinking that can be developed thanks to certain habits.
For example, Jack Dorsey, CEO of Twitter and Square, eats 7 meals a week. Yes, that’s just 1 a day! He also takes ice baths and walks to work. He does all of that to improve his brain function and health. Food restriction helps him concentrate better at business, and a daily walk of several miles keeps him in shape. A lot of millionaires have a similar attitude toward many things and it’s not without reason. The same goes for people who can barely make ends meet. So, here are some rules of life that are used by successful people! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do rich people get rich? How do they get rich ideas? Exercise, meditation, goal visualization, reading… Yeah, yeah, yeah, we all know about rich people's healthy habits for success. But what about the weird ones? Like dipping your feet in the toilet, or storing “inspirational” rotten apples in your desk! It’s the more bizarre side of the rich and famous!
For example, Tom Hanks collects old typewriters, Nintendo producer and video game designer Shigeru Miyamoto always keeps a measuring tape in his pocket, and Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey eats only once a day between 6:30 a.m. and 9:30 p.m. He says eating once a day helps him feel more focused. So, let's listen to some strange habits of the super successful! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to protect yourself from UV rays? The sun is the source of two types of ultraviolet light you’ve probably heard of: UVA and UVB. UVA rays penetrate deep into the skin, making it lose its firmness and elasticity. They’re a leading cause of wrinkles, and make up 95% of the sun’s energy that reaches you. UVB is what gives you sunburns, discoloration in your complexion, and even DNA mutation!
And did you know that the UV index increases about 2% for every 1,000-foot increase in altitude? On a plane flying 30,000+ feet above the ground, the UV index can reach a critical 15 on board. Compare that to the Sahara Desert, where it’s only around 10! You might not notice it because on the plane, you’re protected from the heat. Just because you don’t feel the sun damaging your skin, that doesn’t mean the UV rays aren’t doing their dirty work. But don't airplane windows block UV rays? And should you wear SPF on a plane? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You know the feeling. You’re in a familiar place…but everything’s a little off. A stranger is chasing you. Street signs look like gibberish. You’d normally go for your phone, but it’s nowhere to be found. You’re in a dream, and here’s why it’s so different from reality! So what are dreams anyway? And why do we dream?
Well, it’s basically your mind trying to reconstruct reality…and failing. In dreams, everything gets mixed around and turned into a mess by our hidden thoughts and feelings. It’s the emotional side of your brain constructing this world, not the logical part that’s more in control in your waking life. Dreams can be fascinating, terrifying, or just weird. Let's listen to some interesting facts about dreams!
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How to fall asleep faster? And how to wake up faster? How to overcome anxiety? There's a reason I ask all these questions. Today my leg refused to wake up, and it gave me pins and needles. Then I almost missed my dentist appointment because I was sleepy. And I spent too much time there because my mouth is so sensitive! If only I’d known these tips, this day would be much better.
Okay, here's the cool trick to distract yourself at the dentist. You can listen to music or hum a tune, but it may bother your dentist and you don't want that. Better, raise one of your legs up slowly and hold it in the air. When your leg gets tired, switch to the other one. You'll be so occupied, eventually, it'll be easier to sit through any procedure! Wanna know other tricks to keep your body under control? Then check out these tips! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do you keep losing things? Is there a way to stop losing your stuff once and for all? The thing is that today was the worst day of my life. The clock hadn't yet shown noon, and I was already starting to boil. The reason is I lose things. Constantly. Money, clothes, phone, credit cards. I’m sure you do too. That’s it, though. It’s time to end this.
So, in this video, you will discover some tips that will help you stop losing your things. But before, here's my story. I woke up at 7 A.M. and went to make coffee. My boss’ screams were still ringing in my head. He shouted at me yesterday for some kind of financial report that I had lost. Coffee was ready, and right at that moment, my bank called. They reminded me of my loan debt for the apartment. But the real trouble began later... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to board planes faster? You may strongly disagree with an air company on what to call food or how hot it should be in the cabin. But there's one thing that both you and the airline probably agree on: boarding the plane takes WAY too long.
Going through airport security can be really time-consuming, annoying, and even confusing for inexperienced travelers. That is, unless they know some simple strategies. Do you know, for example, why you shouldn't book your flight on Fridays from 4 to 8 p.m.? Or which things are better to place in a side pocket or at the top of your bag? By the way, what do you know about the 3-1-1 rule? Or about right "airport fashion?" Let's figure out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Reading people like an open book, always have it your way, or just making your life a bit easier – you don't need superpowers for any of this. Some people use their intuition for this, but if you are not so perceptive, there is only one choice left: learning some psychological tricks.
Psychological tips mostly work on a subconscious level. They help you win another person's trust, get somebody's approval, and relax when you are stressed. Do you know, for example, how to avoid the influence of other people? Or how to know if someone likes you? Or how to end an unpleasant conversation? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We don't expects anything dangerous to happen, but there might come a time when you're walking or driving home and notice a person following you around. The first reaction is natural: fear and panic. However, the main thing to do is to stay calm and rational. Panicking may result in making rash decisions. By paying attention to every detail, taking steps to lose the person in a crowd or on the road, you'll have more chances to protect yourself.
If you're in your car, don't get out! If you feel you're in danger, don't hesitate to call the police using voice command. Follow the instructions given by the officer. Another option may be to drive directly to the nearest police station located nearby. Remember, it's better to stay safe than uncomfortable about disturbing anyone's work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most trips start at the airport and there are many aspects that travelers have to take into consideration, starting from baggage drop-off and up to border control. So how to speed through airport security faster? The 3-1-1 rule (3 oz per container inside a transparent plastic bag) tells you how to pack liquids to get through the security checks at the airport. But there are many other ways of making sure that your airport experience is smooth.
Do you know, for example, why cheese can be the reason for a fuss during the X-ray monitoring? Or why if you have long hair, you better snatch it in a simple ponytail or keep it loose? Or how to pick your flight wisely to save yourself from huge lines at checkpoints? Interested? Then learn these strategies for getting through airport security lines faster! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if there were no planes? Well, you wouldn't be able to visit your friends and relatives who live in other countries or even on other continents as often as you'd like to. Okay, it's obvious.
But do you know that without airplanes, there wouldn't be such a great variety of flowers in flower stores? You would mostly see local plants - nothing too exotic. Because, for example, about 80% of flowers sold in the UK come from the Netherlands! But the Netherlands, in turn, has flowers delivered by air from Ethiopia, Kenya, and other countries. Or have you ever wondered what would tourism would be like without airplanes? Lots of people would travel inside their home countries and traveling abroad would become something really memorable. Could we live without flights? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What to do when you see your ex? Imagine you’re walking down the street when all of a sudden you spot the last person you’d want to see! This is your worst nightmare…Your EX. Not many people see their ex and think, “hmm, that was a pleasant encounter”! However, sometimes it’s inevitable. Our exes are out there, and we’re bound to face them. It could be at school, at work, or randomly in the street. But what you need to do in this situation requires some strategy and thought.
There are a few different types of break-ups a person will probably experience in their lives. Let’s take the two ends of spectrum. The mature break-up without any hard feelings, and the painful break-up, which ended in the worst possible way. Whatever the case may be, when you come face to face with a person you’ve been close to emotionally, it’s hard to keep your cool. So not only do you have to think about what to do, but you should also think about what NOT to do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to save money fast? There are people who have a knack for living their best lives frugally and then there are those who spend so extravagantly that they end up being broke. If you can relate more to the latter, know that you can still transform your financial situation by spending your money smartly and saving more. As the old British adage goes, “If you look after the pennies, the pounds will look after themselves.”
We've compiled a list of things you should stop spending your money on. We are not suggesting that you not enjoy your life, but to try some of these ways that can stop you from burning a hole in your pocket. For example, a quick pop-in to Starbucks might be your daily ritual, but have you ever calculated how much you spend on your daily morning habit? Millennials spend over $2,000 a year on coffee! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you sometimes feel guilty for being lazy all day? It might seem like you’ve worked for several hours, but still haven't really done anything. Perhaps you urgently need to complete an important task, but you deliberately put it off, or you can't focus. If this sounds familiar, it’s probably not your fault, but your smartphone's. Well, that plus your brain and a unique substance inside it called dopamine. So how to train yourself to check your phone less? Life without smartphones seems impossible. Talking to friends, likes, YouTube, movies, photos, games – we love all the stuff they provide. But we’re so into our phones that we don't notice the bad sides: short attention spans, poor work capacity, and stress. Are there any ways to use your phone less? We’ve got a solution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There're so many objects surrounding us that're made of metal. Our phones, teapots, cars, parts of buildings, bridges and so much more... But what if everything made of metal started to melt? What if all metals on Earth lost their solid form?
Rivers of liquid metal would fill the streets. The objects surrounding us would drain down. At some point it would get completely silent. As car horns, the noise from the highway, sirens, exhaust fumes, and engine roars – all of it would disappear. How would we restore our civilization? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever thought of what the world is going to be like in 20 years? For example, will it be possible to have metal bones? And what would happen if our bones were replaced with metal? Let's imagine the future has arrived. Cyborgs walk the streets, cars fly between skyscrapers, nano-computers are embedded in people’s brains, and the human body is almost invulnerable. Music has also helped as well. The cyber era came about very quickly thanks to a crazy and fearless rock musician who turned his bones into metal.
By 2040, doctors have already learned to make complex changes to people’s bodies. But no one has dared to replace an entire skeleton with metal. They’re afraid to even try. Metal is an alien substance, and people assume the patient’s body would just reject it. The world needs someone who has enough courage to try. Meet Mel Metal, the lead singer of the world-famous metal band "Iron Heart". He lost his popularity many years ago. Mel wants to do something so unusual that the world will remember him forever. One evening, he comes up with the idea to replace his bones with metal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What to do with old cell phones? Instead of selling your phone, you can turn it into something useful. Did you know, for example, that our old phone can turn into a gamepad with the help of an app? You also can use your old phone to store apps tracking your gym results, and you won't overload your new gadget. If your goal is to lose some weight, you can download an app that counts calories in your food based on the picture of your meal.
Wanna turn your smartphone into an e-book reader? After factory resetting your old phone, download an eBook reader app. Set the brightness that’s comfortable for your eyes, adjust the colors, or switch to light-on-dark color scheme. But there are many other phone tricks! So, from saving your life in a dire situation to helping you experience virtual reality - check out the ways to use your old phone before throwing it away! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How many hours does the average person sleep? We spend about one-third of our lives in bed. That’s around 33 years. But only 26 of them will be taken up by precious beauty sleep. The other 7 are spent on just trying to get to sleep. That’s not surprising considering nearly half of all people have sleeping problems. So, yes, you spend really big part of your life sleeping. But have you ever wondered how it compares to working, relaxing, or watching movies?
We decided to figure out how much time we spend doing things in a lifetime. Did you know, for example, that you’ll probably spend nearly an entire year of your life just looking for your keys or glasses? Or that we spend more than 90% of our lives indoors? But I guess this could be good news for anyone who likes their home comforts. And while true love may last a lifetime, we only spend about a year of our lives doing romantic things! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can you survive on a deserted island? There are plenty of books, TV shows, and movies about this scenario, but they all fade compared to the true story that happened to six young boys 50 years ago. In 1966 an Australian man called Peter Warner went to Tasmania where he kept his own fishing fleet. The son of one of the richest men in his country, his heart longed for the sea and to start his own fishing company. This passion led him to the remote island of ‘Ata, a place he thought was uninhabited.
Peter traveled around the islands of the Tonga archipelago as he always did, when he saw something strange on the island. He took his binoculars and examined the cliff. The island was uninhabited but he noticed burned patches on the cliffs. It was strange because it wasn’t wildfire season. While thinking, Peter saw something else that made him breathless — a long-haired boy ran from the cliffside and jumped into the water. Soon other boys appeared on the cliff. The Australian adventurer had a lot of questions so they told their story and how they survived. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you sometimes feel guilty for being lazy all day? It might seem like you’ve worked for several hours, but still haven't really done anything. Perhaps you urgently need to complete an important task, but you deliberately put it off, or you can't focus. If this sounds familiar, it’s probably not your fault, but your smartphone's. Well, that plus your brain and a unique substance inside it called dopamine.
So how to train yourself to check your phone less? Life without smartphones seems impossible. Talking to friends, likes, YouTube, movies, photos, games – we love all the stuff they provide. But we’re so into our phones that we don't notice the bad sides: short attention spans, poor work capacity, and stress. Are there any ways to use your phone less? We’ve got a solution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered what the Queen does on a typical day? Well, let's see. 8:30 AM on the dot. Wake up! You have a lot on the schedule today, Your Majesty. Yes, you’re the Queen of England for a day – this should be fun! You get out of bed at 9 and head to the terrace to enjoy the sounds of your personal bagpipe player. Next up: a bath before breakfast. No rushed showers for Your Highness. Nothing beats dipping in a relaxing tub!
Now you head to the kitchen. Oh, wait, the longest-reigning monarch in British history doesn’t have her breakfast in the kitchen! You head to the dining room instead. As you’re enjoying your healthy meal, you read the newspaper. One headline says, “300 of the Richest People in Britain!” You fail to find your own name among them. Yep, even the Queen herself is by far not the wealthiest person in the kingdom, but at least you have your own ATM in your palace! So, here are the most interesting facts about Queen Elizabeth II and her everyday life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most people work, eat, socialize, and enjoy life during the day. We live in tall buildings, surrounded by cleanliness and light. In a sense, rats are the exact opposite. When night falls, the rats wake up. They live below us. Sewers, pipelines, subways, abandoned stations – these places are full of rodents in every big city. They can hold their breath underwater for several minutes, and their smooth coat allows them to swim quickly through pipes.
There have been many cases in the world when rats crawled through the pipes of multi-story buildings and private houses and got out of the toilet. Sometimes, this happened when there was a person in the bathroom. These fast, sharp-toothed animals live not only in large pipes, but in smaller, narrow ones too. It’s impossible to count the number of rats on Earth. But just in New York, there are about 2,000,000 of these animals. Now imagine what would happen if those 2 million rats became as big as sheep and came out of the sewers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to love yourself? Why is it some people don't do anything at all and everyone loves them? This isn’t just about being dependent on someone else's opinion, or constantly thinking about how to better show myself. Low self-esteem creates many problems with different shapes and nuances. People who depend on other's opinions may also dislike themselves or believe they’re not capable of anything. People with low self-esteem can believe they will fail before they even try. And if they do succeed in something, they think they were just lucky.
This is called impostor syndrome. When a person succeeds in something but doesn't believe they deserve it. For example, you've written an article for a magazine. You're sure that the article is terrible, but people liked it. Maybe you've really managed to write something good? No, you don't believe that. Most likely, people didn't notice how terrible the article is. You managed to deceive them. This is imposter syndrome. Are there any ways to overcome low self-esteem? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sleep deprivation is a very common problem that people experience nowadays due to stress, an imbalanced daily regimen, or emotional difficulties. Statistics show that up to 70 million people in the US suffer from a sleeping disorder. Sleep deprivation can negatively influence the body and mind, and it’s important to know how to fight this state. We want to share with you these practical tips on how to fight insomnia and increase the quality of your sleep.
Did you know, for example, that to fall asleep faster you should use a weighted blanket? Studies claim a snuggly blanket makes you feel comfortable and secure. Another way to fall asleep quickly is to do everything you can to stay awake. It's called "the sleep paradox." You lie down in your bed, your eyes wide open. Say "I will NOT fall asleep!" again and again. Experts claim that your brain is bad at processing negatives. That's why it'll interpret your chant as an instruction to sleep. Or if you have problems with falling asleep, listening to a recording with the sounds of bacon being fried might help! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It has been several decades since gas masks have become a part of the face of each person on Earth. From birth to their last day, every inhabitant of our planet is forced to wear a gas mask. No one knows precisely what happened, but one day all the oxygen on the planet became toxic to the lungs. Somehow, the poisoned oxygen gets into the body through the eyes and ears, too, so you can't wear a mask covering only your nose and mouth. A gas mask with full head protection is required.
In the beginning, people couldn't get used to gas masks. Your skin is very irritated, itchy, you want to breathe deeply. And this is only after the first few hours of wearing a mask. Unfortunately, you have to wear your whole life. The worst thing is that there's no salvation anywhere. You can't take off your mask at home. In a small room. While you sleep or while you eat. The only place where you can is vacuum rooms, but inside them, without air, you won't last much longer... Okay, don't be scared. This isn't real. This is just our new what if video. So if you like unusual what if scenarios, you will probably like this one. What if you had to wear a gas mask for the rest of your life? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We consider the scary stories about the overpopulated world a myth. It seem unreal to us and we don't think that it could be real. But what overpopulated world would look like? Let's imagine that the population of your city increased 10 times. What would happen then? Okay, it’s 6 a.m. You leave the apartment building and join the rushing crowd outside. There’s a huge traffic jam on the road nearby. The crowd of pedestrians is too big, so you have to walk slowly. In about an hour, you get to the subway and stand in line to get inside — it’ll take another 40 minutes or so.
Underground, you have to wait for your turn to hop inside the train. They come every 5 minutes, but there are so many people that even cramming doesn’t help: you only manage to get on after another 20 minutes, the doors catching the hem of your jacket. You stand flat against the doors, pushed into them by the press of the people. When you finally get to your station, you’re already exhausted. It’s 9.20, you’re late, as expected, and there’s still some way to go. The crowd of late-runners like you is even larger in the city center, so you take a deep breath and dive in... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered what would happen if all electricity and water were shut off? We love strange and scary what-if scenarios, and we decided to imagine such a situation. So, picture this: You and your friends go out of the club and call a taxi. Ten minutes later, you’re all riding in comfort to your homes. From the corner of your eye, while chatting with your buddies, you register that street lights are out already, although it’s 3 a.m. and still dark outside.
The taxi drops you at your house and speeds away. The driveway is dark as well. Everyone’s probably asleep, no wonder. You walk to your front door. The motion-sensitive light doesn’t turn on. Now that’s weird. The bulb must’ve blown. You don’t turn on the lights in the hall, take your shoes off, and tiptoe to the bathroom. You turn the bath tap, but all it does is gurgle and let out a few grimy drops, and then it goes quiet. Wonderful! No light, no water — the best end of the night ever.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Until recently, robots were something we considered to be science fiction and something we'd never really come across in our lives. Today, we're seeing the appearance of robots more and more. In many large companies, robots have already replaced people. Packaging bots collect boxes for delivery. They speak with you on the phone instead of a human operator. There are restaurants in some countries where robots take your order, serve food, and pour your coffee as waiters.
In Japan, for a while, there was a hotel where the concierge, administrator, and cleaner were robots. But the hotel owner had to" fire" them because they couldn’t cope with their duties. Artificial intelligence can write an article on scientific and technical topics, but doesn't know what irony or sarcasm is. Neural networks can process photos, videos, and sounds, and help move technological progress forward. But can robots completely replace human beings? And what if robots lived among us? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Riley is 19 years old. An hour ago she walked out of her house in a very good mood. She went for a walk, and in a couple of hours she was to meet her friends. While standing in line for an ice cream, she noticed that some man was staring at her from around the corner. He was wearing black shaggy pants, a black hoodie and sunglasses. Even though it’s hard to recognize a person dressed like that, she was pretty sure she’d never seen him before, and he looked… suspicious.
What to do if you're being followed? Normally, getting followers is a good thing, but only if they stay within social media’s reach. So if you feel like someone’s getting on your tail, it’s always good to know how to safely manage the situation. We gathered a few useful tips to help you avoid bad consequences if you’re being followed or watched. If you ever find yourself in a similar situation, remember rule number one: trust your gut. If you’re feeling uncomfortable, don’t take any risks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all know that weight loss requires a lot of hard work. However, several studies have shown that if we change some of our habits we can actually lose those pounds without too much effort. For example, when you're in the shower, sing a song or two. A 10-minute-long concert will help you drop around 20 calories depending on how much you weigh. Or did you know that your metabolism loves a good joke and starts working more intensively? Plus, it works out different muscles, tones your tummy and boosts your immune system!
If you don’t get enough good sleep, your metabolism slows down and your appetite grows strong. The exact number of calories you burn while sleeping depends on your weight and age. But taking care of your sleep quality is good for everyone. So buy yourself a better mattress, put away all your gadgets before bed, and stick to a healthy sleeping schedule! And a relaxing hot bath is just as good for losing weight as a 30-minute walk. But there are other ways to lose excess fat. We invite you to try these cool tricks to lose weight naturally. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why haven't people built a colony on the Moon yet? It's likely because they don't have enough building supplies. There are no hardware stores there. The only way out would be to deliver the materials from Earth. Then, space shuttles would act as construction trucks. Now, imagine you want to build a house and use FedEx delivery to get all the necessary stuff. It would be exorbitantly expensive and rather insane. Using space shuttles would be the same.
A colony on Mars sounds even more unrealistic right now. The distance from Earth to the Moon is about 239,000 miles, while it's at least 34 million miles between our planet and Mars. But asteroids are another story! Those asteroids that do approach Earth carry trillions of dollars worth of metals and minerals! And some of them come so close that experts believe asteroid mining missions can become a reality in the nearest future! But could we colonize asteroids? And how could we survive on an asteroid? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You know "S.O.S." don’t you? – 3 dots, 3 slashes, and 3 more dots? It’s an easy enough signal to tap out in Morse code. It means “Save our souls” or “Save our ship.” The crew of the legendary Titanic had been desperately trying to send this signal for 2 hours the night of April 14---, 1912. There were other ships not too far from the spot where the iceberg took down the mighty titan of the sea. But the call for help seemingly disappeared before it could reach them!
The passenger ship SS Mount Temple did pick up a signal and tried to respond, but the Titanic never got the answer. So what was silencing the ship’s cries for help – some unknown Bermuda Triangle of the North Atlantic? Consider this: eye-witnesses say the sky was painted with a brilliant Aurora borealis that cold fateful night. Beautiful, yes. But on that day, the Northern Lights may have sealed Titanic’s fate for good… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if pressing only one key could change your life forever and make it much easier? If we were in Minecraft, everything would be possible! Too hard to live? Too many tasks, deadlines, school classes are tedious, and you just can’t go on like this? Change your life mode to somewhat less challenging – just press Escape! Adjust your life difficulty choosing peaceful, easy, normal, or even hard for those who like it tough.
If your teacher is as hostile as a green and white pixelated creeper, choose the peaceful mode – monsters don’t spawn there. As for appearance, no more worries about pimples! Now that you’re pixelated, nobody’s gonna ever notice them. You look the same every day, your haircut, even if you hate it and can’t wait for your hair to grow, never changes, unless you change the skins. You can’t grow or lose some pounds. What else would be different if Minecraft was real life? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
They crawl out from underground and terrify the masses. They create chaos, devour entire villages! Giant worms! Yeah, we've all seen stuff like this in the movies, but that’s not quite how it’d go down in real life. Well, hypothetical real life. Say you’re a farmer in this world. You own fields with rows and rows of vegetables and some fruit trees. Your friends are coming over today, and you’re all going four-wheel riding in the valley near your farm.
You’re having a great time and don’t even notice the beautiful blue sky disappear behind dark grey clouds. The valley gets swallowed by a blanket of darkness. Off in the distance, you hear rain falling. Dread filling your eyes. You book it out of there full-speed toward the farm. The rain is heavy now. The Earth starts to shake beneath. A gargantuan worm appears, the size of a jet airplane! It wiggles its way out of the ground and crawls on the wet grass... Here's another scary (or not?) "what if" video. This time, we tried to imagine what life would be like if huge worms lived inside the earth. By the way, if you're looking for cool facts about animals, this video is definitely what you need. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nowadays it is essential to know how to react in dangerous situations to keep yourself safe. Do you know, for example, how to protect yourself from an attack? How to act when meeting potentially dangerous people in order to stay safe? If you feel like someone’s getting on your tail, you should be able to safely manage the situation. We gathered some useful tips to help you avoid bad consequences if you’re being followed or watched.
Imagine you are walking alone at night. You certainly want to be prepared and know how to react in case someone dogs you. Of course, the first thing you might want to do is to start walking slightly faster. This trick can help you either get rid of the suspicious person behind you or… confirm your worst fear. If you have to walk home alone sometimes, here are our tips on how to get there safely. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are nearly 200 countries in the world. Imagine you can visit each of them by car because people have built a huge road connecting every corner of the planet. Wait! Before you go on the trip, you need to be prepared. The Earth's equator is about 25,000 miles long. On a jet plane flying at the speed of sound, you would travel around the Earth in 33 hours. Unfortunately, you don't have such a plane, and what you do have is an old but reliable minivan.
If you drive at a speed of 65 mph, you'll finish the journey in about 2 weeks. But let’s not forget the necessary stops to sleep, eat, see the sights, and stand in traffic. Oh, and one more thing. You won't be able to drive in a straight line. It’s a single road, and it’ll be winding and even going in circles sometimes... So, guys, this is another video for those who love unusual "what if" stories and hypothetical questions that make you think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s been a long and difficult day, and you’re more than eager to go to bed already. You hop into your PJs, sit on the edge of your bed, take out your phone, and set an alarm for… stop right there! Don’t do that unless you want tomorrow to be as hard as today! If you set an alarm on your phone, it’ll naturally be the first thing you take into your hands in the morning. And unless your gadget is from the ‘90s and cut off from the Internet, you’re likely to browse the web.
Doing that first thing, even before getting up from bed, is gonna throw your routine into disarray, and your mind too. When you browse the Internet, you let tons of information into your brain. You begin to process and react to it immediately: some of the news you see might bring you joy, others might make you sad or worried, but either way, it’s all causing you stress... So, using your phone as an alarm? Here's why you better don't do that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cats have lived with humans for more than 10,000 years but we still don’t know everything about them because they are really mysterious creatures. Cats are incredibly cute and funny in their belief that they can fit in the tiniest spaces. Cats might be interrupting your phone calls. Some cats sit in a totally inappropriate way, for example, with their legs sprawled wide open. In short, cats are weird.
For example, sometimes, for seemingly no reason, your ball of fluff may begin to push things off the table and watch them fall to the floor. Or have you ever wondered, for example, why your cat runs around at night? Well, this behavior is perfectly normal. But if you can't stand not getting normal night rest anymore, you can use several cunning tricks. We are curious as to the reasons behind cats' weird behavior, and we’re sure you are too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Airports, planes, annoying seat neighbors – traveling is stressful. Tensions rise, and sometimes you can’t help but blow off some steam. But try to stay cool! You don’t wanna get a yellow card for misbehavior, do you? The No-fly list is nothing new, but not many have heard of these so-called yellow cards. Every time you buy a ticket, you enter into a contract with the airline. It has regulations and expectations you’re supposed to abide by.
So, sorry, but airlines CAN reject passengers if they feel that the person’s behavior or condition jeopardizes flight safety or order. Yes, even if you spent money on a ticket! A yellow card is basically a warning before that happens, just like in soccer. In the game, you get 2 yellow card warnings, and then it’s a red card – you’re done – you get sent off the field and banned for the rest of the match, possibly even multiple future games. But with airlines, you’ll get only ONE yellow warning, then you’re outta there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
According to recent statics, there are 75 million pet dogs in the US alone and they are amongst the most desired pets in the world. Owning and training a dog is one of the most amazing and rewarding experiences anyone can go through. There are however a few major mistakes that most dog owners make and some important things that they neglect which can put their dog’s health at risk.
We decided to share with you some professional dog care tips that will change both your and your pets life. Did you know, for example, that a responsible dog owner never walks their pooch on hot concrete? Or that your dog needs sunscreen on a sunny day as much as you do? Without this protection, your pooch can get sunburned. Of course, hairless dog breeds are more at risk than fluffy ones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to be more productive? Did you know you only use 10% of your brain? Well sorry, that’s not true. People use almost 100% of it almost all the time. So what’s holding you back? Why can’t we learn languages faster, multiply big numbers in our head or understand Quantum Physics? Maybe, because of all the limitations we humans put on ourselves.
Have you ever said to yourself: “I’m not smart enough to solve that math problem” Or “I’m not good enough to get into that college”? As soon as you say those kinds of things, you’re programming yourself to fail. Every single one of us is capable of doing anything we set our mind to. A lot of your limitations are in your head, you don’t really know what you’re capable of. Your brain is like a super computer. It does what you tell it to do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the future of food? What will we eat in ten years? Experts insist that thanks to the problems of overpopulation and limited resources, we need to rethink what we are eating every day. Research in the food industry and the rapid advancement of technology provide new perspectives on what we will be putting on our plates in the future. We collected some ideas about the food we'll probably be eating in the future.
Okay, it’s just another day in 2030. You decide to start off by eating a bottle of water. Yep, in 2030, edible water bottles made of seaweed are a big thing. It’s cheaper and more eco-friendly than plastic. You can either pop it in your mouth or drink it bite by bite! You move to your kitchen to make some breakfast. You always have fresh veggies from your robotic greenhouse. Your smart kitchen decides you want a burger. But meat consumption was growing way too fast, so humans found a great alternative. Burgers are now plant-based or made with lab-grown meat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can you be 'downgraded' on a flight? You arrive at the airport, anticipating a pleasant flight - after all, you've paid more for that extra legroom! Or a comfy window seat. Or a business class. That's when you find out you've been.. downgraded! How come? And if you can get downgraded, is the opposite possible too? Then, what other secrets do airlines hide?
Experts claim downgrades do happen - and rather frequently at that! The reasons vary: the airplane can get unexpectedly swapped for a smaller one because of some technical issues. There have also been cases when people bought first-class tickets only to find out later there was no first class on the plane whatsoever! But the rules of downgrading and upgrading aren't the only secrets airlines, flight attendants, and airport staff don't want you to know. Interested? Then check out these surprising facts every traveler will like to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever thought of what it would be like to lose all your teeth? Let's imagine you’re a famous actor who stars in exciting action and adventure comedies. You have millions of dollars and millions of fans. It’s cool, but you want something more. You want serious roles and acting awards. That’s why you decide to play a character who has lost all of their teeth. And to better prepare for the part, you choose to remove all your own. But how can having no teeth affect your digestion? Well, a smoothie diet can't replace regular food. Your stomach will be struggling to get vitamins and have digestive issues. Dentures help chew, but they put pressure on your gums. Besides, food particles fall behind and underneath the dentures and irritate your entire mouth. The dentures don’t weigh much, but it’s enough to make your mouth feel tight. And the worst thing is you can’t taste the same as before. Your palate also has taste buds, but now it’s blocked by the dentures! Your body is losing energy every day, and your immune system is weakened... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How long can one go without human interaction? Is a screen able to replace a real talk, live communication, touch on the hand, or a pat on the back? What would happen to you if you were isolated for a year? Okay, imagine someone grabbed you, put a sack on your head, drove you for the better part of an hour, took away your smartphone, and then… threw you back in your home? You get up and notice a small piece of paper on the floor, next to the door. You pick it up, unfold it, and read the words written on it: “365 days. Then you’re free.”
Turns out you have a fridge full of food for a week and access to the Internet but can’t reach out to anyone except with text messages. Even worse, everybody thinks you’ve gone to another country, and even your boss allowed you to work remotely. Your messages asking for help transform as soon as you send them, so you can’t tell anyone the truth. You’re on your own now, and a feeling of despair starts to gnaw on you... We love to explore all kinds of what-if scenarios. Some of them are a bit crazy but - hey! - the world IS a crazy place! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Until a couple of years ago, most people knew next to nothing about carnivorous plants. If you had asked an expert, though, they would have excitedly submerged you in a sea of information. Meat-eating plants used to munch on tiny creatures - mostly insects, frogs, more rarely a mouse or rat. That is, until recently. Back when days were good, there were just about 700 kinds of carnivorous plants on the planet. They grew all over the world, except Antarctica.
Good old plants got most of their food by basking in the sun. But it wasn't enough - they also needed nutrients, which they slurped up with their roots. But carnivorous plants lived in areas with nutrient-poor soil. That's why they started to catch prey. Such a high-protein diet helped them survive and grow faster. Little did we know at that time that soon, life would change beyond recognition. Because when a scientific experiment went way out of control, all plants on Earth became carnivorous! The event even got the name of the Great Carnivorous Disaster... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How fast does light travel? The official speed of light has changed several times throughout history. After centuries of debate and experiments with different results, the scientific community finally settled the matter in 1983…maybe. To measure the speed of anything, you’ll need to know 2 things: the distance between point A and B, and the time it takes for an object to travel between those points. With distance divided by time, you’ll have yourself the speed of light.
But with every experiment done to measure light speed, there’s always been an extra cog in the wheel that everyone overlooked. Or rather brushed aside. And this is what we're going to talk about. But the truth is that the speed of light is the ultimate question among scientists, and so far, there’s just no way of truly measuring it. Unlike the speed of sound which is more conceivable, the speed of light might just be light-years ahead of us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
That might create enough force to suck something small out of the hole, like an unlucky carry-on. Airplane windows are round because that way, the air pressure is evenly distributed. If the windows were square, air currents would be able to find a weakness, and they’d crack easier. Loss of pressure can lead to something way more serious, an in-flight fire. And it’s not the only reason a fire would break out on a plane. But what happens when a plane goes on fire? How dangerous is an engine fire on a plane? And what are the common fire hazards in the aircraft? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to tell if someone is in your house? And what to do when an intruder's in your home? First, let’s make sure there really is someone in the house. But you should be very quiet in case there’s a burglar. Look outside the house to search for traces. Can you see anything suspicious? Is there an unknown vehicle close to your house? Maybe you can spot some footsteps or a broken window? Was the fence gate open?
There might also be hints inside the house. But be careful if you’re looking for them: make sure you can’t be seen. Maybe there’re some lights off that are usually on. Or maybe there’s some mud on the floor that wasn’t there before. Listen carefully to the sounds. Maybe you can hear some footsteps or movement, or the creak of a door. If it looks like there really is someone in your house, your next step is to try to get out of the house to be safe. Most break-ins happen when a house is empty, but it's always best to be prepared for the worst case scenario. Here are some safety tips about how to handle this frightening situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scientists reveal new discoveries about the human body almost every day, and some of them sound very surprising to us. We made a collection of facts that suggests there is something really powerful about our bodies. Did you know for, example, that your brain generates electricity, and it’d be enough to light up a small lightbulb, if you could only figure out how? Or that tongue has a lot of fat in it? And if you gain weight, your tongue does too!
Most people think they have 5 senses. But that’s not true. Scientists don’t yet know themselves, but they think there’re more than 20. There’s sight, hearing, touch, smell and taste, and there’re other senses like time, hunger and thirst. Then there’s proprioception – the sense of where your body is in space. Interested? Then check out these unusual facts about your body that you might’ve not even thought about.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever thought of what your life would be like if you were the most famous YouTuber? Let's imagine your ordinary morning. You wake at 6 a.m. because you have a video call with sponsors at 6:30. You talk for 45 minutes sharp because then you have a meeting arranged in another part of town. You discuss the business and run off to the parking where your driver and the team are already waiting impatiently. In another 15 minutes, you’re at the place, and your today’s video partners drag you to the shooting grounds...
Every day has a really hectic schedule: contracts here, shootings there, interviews in some other place, and parties, parties, parties. You vaguely remember when once you dressed up as half-shark, half-giraffe and plunged into a swimming pool from a 20-foot-tall plank. And all the while you’re making new videos about your adventures. A whole team is writing scripts for your videos carefully avoiding any hot topics, and still, there are thousands of people throwing rotten tomatoes at you. Whatever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When people speak about ancient times, they basically envision backward people who just gathered harvest and didn't know science or math to explain the world. But is that association really justified? For example, the Egyptian invented paper and built mind-boggling works of architecture like the Great Pyramids that scientists still can't explain to this day!
And did you know the Greeks prized their dogs, and would do anything to protect them? They even invented that spiky dog collar everyone’s wearing these days. Or that the first university was in India almost 3,000 years ago? It had about 10,000 students and 60 different subjects. We decided to open up the curtains of history and found some really interesting facts about ancient people that you won't find in many history books or see in Hollywood movies! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We can become happier by smiling more, psychologists suggest. And despite many stressful factors, we can fix our mood by using a pencil, researchers say. So, let’s be the creators of our own happiness and not allow it to fade. We grew curious about how it’s possible to improve our mood with a simple trick and would like to share it with you.
Your brain keeps monitoring everything that's happening to your body. Then it analyzes this information to figure out how’re you feeling at a particular moment. Oh, you're smiling? Then you must be happy! So, in short, you trick your brain with a cheerful expression on your face! But how holding a pencil in your mouth can make you happy? Let's find out how it works and learn some other cool facts about the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The first pillows we know of date back to Ancient Mesopotamia. They were made of stone, and only wealthy people could afford them. Unlike ancient stone pillows, the ones we use today are soft and fluffy, and many people can’t sleep without hugging a big cozy pillow. But in fact, sleeping with a pillow may not be the best way to rest, as it can affect your body and your mood. Some of the pillows make you sleep in an unnatural position and don’t support your head.
A pillow’s not gonna give you a backache all on its own, but it can make things worse. Having no pillow’s better than a bad one, test it out for yourself. If you wake up refreshed without one, it’s time to chuck that thing out! Of course, it can be difficult to part with your favorite pillow, but sleeping without it has many health benefits, and we did our research to introduce you to some of them. So if you feel tired when you wake up, these tips might help you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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We spend more than $5,000 annually on impulse buying. But we are not the only ones to blame, manufacturers and sellers study us carefully to trigger our desire to buy. However, there are very effective ways to withstand any temptations and keep growing your savings. We decided to find out what the best strategies are to save money during shopping sessions. And now we can’t wait to share these golden tips with you.
For example, one study found that the physical appearance of money influences our spending. People are more likely to give away those bills that look old, dirty, and worn out. One more study reveals that consumers are more likely to spend more money if they pay with their debit cards, than if they pay with cash. When we pay with cash, we see the amount of money we spend and hand over to the cashier. Makes it a lot more painful! You don’t get that effect when paying with a plastic card. So, if you’ve finally decided to challenge your habit of spending too much money, we have these simple money saving tips to help you do this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the benefits of pumpkin? It probably sounds like a panacea, but pumpkins are good for your immune system, eyes, hair, and heart. They might even come in handy if you have insomnia. This big orange fruit is loaded with Vitamin C. It strengthens your immune system because this vitamin increases the production of white blood cells. And for those who keep rolling in bed and just won't fall asleep, pumpkins may be an excellent solution too. Not the fruit itself, but its seeds!
But there are many other superfoods to boost a balanced diet! FOr example, eating a few almonds a day can help lose weight. These nuts are also rich in Vitamin E. And that's great for any winter season since it helps keep different kinds of infections at bay. Spices such as cumin and turmeric are healthier than you might've thought. Turmeric has potent antiviral properties and helps to fight inflammation. Cumin is also good at combating bad bacteria, and it's super heart-healthy! We've done some research and compiled a list of foods that will supercharge your diet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Friday night after work, you decide to drive over to your grandma's for the weekend. She cooks you a delicious dinner and listens to all your stories. You mention the office AC must have given you a slight cold – you coughed a couple of times. Grandma says nothing and just nods and smiles like she’s up to something. You go to bed and fall asleep like a baby. Next morning, you wake up with onions in your socks and a tennis ball tied to your back! What’s all that supposed to mean?
Grandma explains she’s carefully sliced and put onions into your socks to help you with your cold. Grandma’s learned this folk remedy from her grandma, who’d learned it from her grandma and she’d learned it from hers. The story goes on and on as the remedy comes from as early as the 1500s. Back then, people used to believe spreading raw sliced onions around your house would serve as protection from diseases. Let's figure out whether the onion remedy does work or it's a placebo effect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We always thought incognito mode can't be tracked, or that using your phone while it's plugged in slows down how fast the battery charges. But those are some the biggest tech myths it's time we finally stopped believing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You may feel like you want to be timid with a certain person or start hiccupping just before an important meeting. Such situations can happen to anyone and they can bring on a lot of stress. But with some simple tricks, you can help yourself and avoid feeling awkward. Imagine you're going to sneeze but you don't want to draw unwanted attention. Just tickle the roof of your mouth with your tongue. Five to ten seconds is usually enough to get rid of the urge to sneeze.
Getting stressed out before an important event is a perfectly normal reaction. But it can make you absent-minded, and you won't be able to concentrate. If you realize you've become tense, squeeze the muscles of your face, arms, and shoulders. Clench your fists. Now, relax and take a deep breath. You're ready to tackle any problem on your way! So, we grew curious about how to avoid some common uncomfortable situations and found cool tips that can help you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hair. It’s all around you. Tiny, almost invisible, or really, really long! You might even try to get rid of some of it, but hair keeps coming back. There are few body parts that aren’t covered with hair, like our palms, soles, and lips. Palms would stay the same in a hairless world, but you’d probably have different hands - with no fingernails at all. They’re technically hair - they’re made of keratin too. Modified hair at your fingertips!
If you enjoy mellow bird songs, music or the sound of the ocean, congrats, you have hair! Sounds weird, but tiny hairs in your ear actually help you hear everything around you. There are tiny hair cells with tiny bristles in the inner ear and they kind of "brush" against sensory cells which help detect sound. When you get older, some of these hairs fall out, so it’s harder to hear things. But in a hairless world, we’d all be deaf! What else would be different if we had no hair? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After many tests and lots of paperwork, researchers have noticed some connections between habits and personality traits. Punctuality, the way a person carries a bag, or how one attaches a roll of toilet paper can say a little more about character than you think. In fact, you can become a modern Sherlock Holmes and surprise someone with not-so-obvious conclusions based on their everyday habits.
For example, we can learn a lot about a person by simply looking at their social media profile.privacy settings perfectly reflect how much people are comfortable with sharing with others. People who have many friends on social media are usually self-conscious and tend to have low self-esteem. But if the person posts a lot of self-promotional content like selfies, they’re likely to be narcissistic. The same goes for those who update their status very often. It means the person is trying to promote themselves and is seeking admiration. We decided to learn more about habits and want to share some of our curious findings with you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever tried sushi? If yes, then you know it's usually wrapped in a green slippery thing, also known as seaweed. It's very popular in Asian cuisine, but people in other parts of the world don't eat it much. But these facts will persuade you to include it in your diet. Seaweed is good for your gut health. Up to 75% of seaweed's dry weight is pure fiber. It can help you lose weight and it protects your body's cells!
Wanna make your hair look better? Seaweed is packed with collagen, which is responsible for hair recovery, and even thickness. On top of that, vitamins A and C and zinc, which you can find in some types of seaweed, can help your mane grow faster. By the way, do you know any other foods that can help with hair growth? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The human body is unique. It’s a very complicated mechanism that still has a lot of secrets scientists have been researching for centuries. But why don’t we try to figure out what the capabilities of our body are, and how far they can stretch? Did you know, for example, that people can distinguish more than a trillion smells? You tend to remember odors better than sounds or images. That's why smells can evoke distant memories.
Your bones are designed to be used a lot every day. Some of them can absorb the force of two or even three times your body weight. That's impressive, but your teeth are even stronger! When you bite something, they can withstand incredible pressure - up to 200 pounds! By the way, the enamel is considered to be a part of your skeletal system. We find every aspect of human beings to be fascinating and we’re excited to share some interesting facts about the human body with you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There’s an old trick going back to the 1500s, that cutting an onion up and putting it near your bed will help relieve a cough. They even say it can prevent cold and flu altogether!
Thinning hair and bald spots? Some swear by the power of onion juice to stimulate hair growth! This odorous vegetable can even help you get rid of fine lines and wrinkles by boosting collagen production! Collagen is a must-have for youthful, healthy skin.
They also contain an amino acid that acts as a natural sedative. (While reducing stress, win-win!) If you slice raw onions and keep them near the bed, you can rest assured you’re getting good quality Z’s!
And to think, the solution to these common problems was in the kitchen this whole time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Money helps us to live the life of our dreams, as long as we’re earning plenty and not splurging too much. While most of us are busy balancing our personal expenses with one yearly trip to make sure we have a bed to sleep in and food to eat every day, many others are pretty sorted with their paychecks and credit card bills! They work as much as we do and yet their saving game has upped the ante.
These practical money-saving tricks can change the way your savings account looks. For example, you can make saving money fun and turn it into a little game with levels, bonuses, and prizes! Level 1: put $20 aside each week - that’ll give you over a thousand bucks a year! Or you can choose a small amount to save on a daily basis - and add 50 cents to that each month. January, a buck a day, February, one-fifty. That’ll get you to well over a thousand by the end of the year, with a bunch to spare! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
An unknown creature vaguely resembling a human has been found near the edge of the local forest. This strange creature is... you! You've been stung by 100 Asian giant hornets, and your body is unrecognizable!
Asian giant hornets are about the size of an adult's thumb, almost three times the size of a normal bee. Their equally giant stinger can pierce even a beekeeping suit! Those who've survived being stung compare it to a red-hot needle.
The stinger pierces the skin and injects venom. Once it enters the body, the vessels around the sting dilate. The area becomes red and swollen. Now just imagine what 100 of these giant hornets could do to a person! Well, here's a crazy hypothetical at what that might look like! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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How do you feel when you see someone share travel photos, beautiful beaches, or expensive rooftop dinners on social media? It suddenly seems everyone is rich — except for you! Don't worry, you can just as easily live like a rich person. Just borrow some of their daily habits!
The secret to a millionaire mindset is in those simple little habits and tricks they use everyday. Take Elon Musk, for example. He uses 5-minute blocks to plan his work schedule and complete goals. Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey does 7-minute body exercises instead of hitting the gym.
They make a productive lifestyle look so easy because it is! You just have to use rich people techniques and approaches that most poor people have no idea about. How to stop being lazy, simple tips to get motivated, money-saving tricks anyone can do no matter what their age or income. Plenty more where that came from, check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey, many of us literally live in our pajamas. 2 days...a week...2 weeks and more than I'm willing to admit! Do you wear the same PJs every single night? Do you toss and turn all night? Find yourself with itchy skin and troubles falling asleep? Do your clean sheets somehow keep getting dirty and odorous so fast?! Yes, your favorite snuggly pajamas could be to blame!
If you wear the same PJs even just 2 nights in a row, you're allowing something to grow in your bed. And that something is crawling all over your mattress, pillow, and YOU as you try but struggle to get a good night's sleep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The world is full of diversity. But what if all 7 billion people started speaking one universal language at once? Let's imagine how our lives would change! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine that ideal world where everybody tells the truth, nobody can hide their thoughts. Wouldn't it be a little like reading people's minds? You could ask any question and get a frank answer. However, you'd have to be 100% sincere as well. No white lies would be possible, neither half-truths. What if nobody could lie for at least one day? Let's take a look at this day and whether it'd end up being really ideal... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day. And not without a reason. The food you choose for your first meal of the day might be draining your energy! For example, many foods with added sugars, like your favorite pack of cereals might be keeping your energy low. Time to reconsider your breakfast menu... We've gathered 16 common foods making you tired all day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sharks are fascinating: they've been around for millions of years and there're over 500 species of all sizes and shapes across the world. Sharks don't have lings but they do have to breathe oxygen to stay alive. Instead of breathing air, they receive oxygen from the water surrounding them.
But what if sharks had lungs? Would they swim close to the surface of the water to breathe in fresh air? Or maybe... they'd even be able to get out of the water and come out to the shore? Let's see what's happen if sharks and other sea creatures grew lungs and could come out of sea...
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Scientist have been long promising us they could stop aging altogether. But what if someone you know could live for 1,000 years? Here's why humans keep evolving and what seemed impossible just yesterday could be our life already...
Thanx to technological inventions, better nutrition, more available clean water, and a huge progress in medicine, people are already living much longer today than they used to 150 years ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You look at your pooch and notice a sort of a pocket on their ear. You get worried and start googling this feature. But no worries. It actually has a name - Henry's pocket, or, more scientifically, cutaneous marginal pouch. It's nothing dangerous and might be there to help detect high-pitched sounds.
Let's explore this hidden feature any pooch has and 30+ incredible true facts. Like why a phone is 10 times dirtier than a toilet handle? Or how can flamingos be actually white in reality? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Hey, I get it! We all wanna get rid of belly fat, lose the spare tire, burn off those love handles. But going to the gym is just....the worst! So imagine my joy when I found out about PROVEN ways to burn belly fat without exercise and diet! No, no, no, now wait! I'm not joking! There are plenty of foods (and NOT the diet stuff!) that help your body burn fat on its own. Good foods too! Pickles, chilis, pumpkin, tuna - they ALL help you lose the gut for good! Coolest thing is, with many of these belly fat burning foods, you'll see instant results because they combat bloating! Just try including these foods on your menu for one week, and you'll see your stomach shrink! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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You're told your whole life "you have to drink 8 glasses of water a day!" But is this really true? And do camels really store water? Are bats blind? Do carrots improve your eyesight? And is chocolate actually bad for you? Well, it's high time we got to some myth-busting! There are so many common myths out there that aren't true at all! But here, I have a fun general knowledge test for you! Do you know which myths are true or false? See how smart you are! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Wow, it sounds so fantastic! Everyone loves you! They adore you! You have 7 BILLION fans in every part of the world! They laugh at your jokes, they follow you on social media, you get more and more likes and shares! You're a superstar!
But then...their love knows no boundary. They show up at your house. The crowds surround you as you just try to go about your day to day life. If the whole world fell in love with you, well, it wouldn't be so great after all! Your life is about to get really chaotic. You think of a solution, but you have to act fast before it's too late! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Every day you feel so tired and unmotivated, and you have no idea why! You're pretty sure you get plenty of sleep, you've tried every tip out there on how to be less lazy and more productive! But something keeps stopping you. Guess what? The problem could be the time zone you're living in! Researchers found out that time zones can negatively affect your health, productivity, and even your wallet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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So every evening your dog snuggles up with you on the couch and seems to be... watching TV? And look at all those online videos of dogs watching and reacting to pictures and sounds on the television! So, it obviously means dogs like watching TV, right? Eh, not necessarily! If your dog, cat, or even parrot watches TV with you, here's what it really means! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ready for a shock? Only about 43% of you is actually YOU! Your cells and DNA, the stuff that makes you human. The other 57% is microscopic creatures that help you function properly. So no worries, these non-human guests are supposed to be there! There are plenty more incredible body facts to go with that! Like that your brain is about the size of a pillow case if you could spread it all out! Talk about big brain time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Look around you - there's a whole spectrum of colors! But how you see those colors depends on where you live in the world! In some countries, they have more words for different colors than in others. Yet some places don't have words for colors at all. Ancient people didn't even know blue existed! Here's how and when the color blue was invented, and how your eyes perceive color depending on where you're from! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Doesn't it feel like there's never enough time to get everything done? And weekends seem so short! If only we had a few more extra days in a week. Let's say, 3 more! Besides, why do we have exactly 7 days in a week and not 10? Imagine if you had a 3 day weekend instead of 2! You could have so much more fun and finally have enough to time to relax! It sounds so perfect until you realize...7 weekdays - that's 7 days in a row at school or work - would really start to take their toll... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Heeeey, gamers! Next time someone tells you playing video games isn't good for you, just show them this! Research shows playing video games is like powerlifting for your brain! It helps create new neural pathways and sharpen your mind. Yeah, being a "big brain gamer" may be more literal than you thought! Video games improve those parts of your brain that control speech and decision-making. They also help you become more goal-oriented. So you're not only training your brain, you're also building real-life skills too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You ever notice how the portions at fancy expensive restaurants are so small? I decided to do some digging why that is - maybe some tricks restaurants use to get you to spend more? Here's what I found! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine a world where everyone - over 7 billion people! - has a car and spends most of their time in it! You'd have a microwave in the glove box, a built-in mini-fridge, TV with internet, and all kinds of convenient features! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
They make for a nice escape on a scorching summer day. You can do funny finger and hand puppets on the wall to entertain guests! But what if you woke up tomorrow, and all shadows on Earth suddenly vanished!? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many of us heard about the so-called "dark side of the moon". But what is it, really? Does it even exist? Or it's a myth that keeps on living in our minds? Just like the fact that there're "millions" of stars in the sky...
Have you always thought that owls can make a full circle while turning their heads? Or that ostriches bury their heads in the sand... or that bulls hate the color red? Then you'll be surprised to find out these are all myths! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The most creative Hollywood minds couldn't think up a sci-fi creature as unusual as the common octopus. They have 9 brains, 3 hearts, blue blood, and no bones! But the real question is: why? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You google how to make your phone battery charge last longer. You compare different types of batteries to choose the best one for you. Batteries are something we all take for granted. So what if you woke up tomorrow and every battery on Earth just stopped working for some reason? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How often do you post vacation pictures while you're travelling? But what if there's someone monitoring the time when you're away? According to statistics, about 60% of people post on social media when they're not at home, potentially alaerting woul-be burglaries of an easy target.
Normally we don't expect a robbery to happen in our lives. We tend to think it's something that happens to other people's houses, not ours. However, in the U.S. one burglary occurs every 13 seconds. So it's much closer to us... Let's learn how to protect our homes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You get a good night's sleep, but you still don't have energy in the morning and all day. There are easy tricks to boost your energy levels. It all starts with getting rid of common morning habits that are actually draining your energy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The average human spends almost a year of their life in shower - isn't it a lot? But what if you didn't use soap while taking a shower? How would your skin react? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here's a scenario: all water on Earth turns into hot lava and starts 'eating up' our planet. What happens next? Would any living being survive? And how do you stop this flow? Let's explore.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The human eye can distinguish between around 10 million different colors. What if they all disappeared and the world turned black and white? How would your life change? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if there was a device that could shrink you in size? Imagine turning super tiny, just like bacteria. Then you'd be able to see viruses up-close... what else? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine having the third eye and seeing a picture much bigger and fuller than with two eyes. What if I tell you every human could do that long time ago? Let's take a look at 17 body features we lost somehow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wanna lose weight and get the body of your dreams? Then it's time to stop committing the same mistakes every time. One of them - working out on an empty stomach! Let's see more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You wake up in the morning and realize you're inside a board game. The main task is to survive... your actions? Panicking is useless, but all the survival skills you've learned might come in handy. Quick decisions, fast problem-solving and willingness to defeat any dangerous creature, even a dragon - that's what you'll need. Let's see what it's like to survive in 8 different board game scenarios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What're the little things you do every day that make you gain weight? You might work out or go jogging in the park but your waistline keeps expanding... Why so? Here's a list of 15+ everyday mistakes you might commit that make you gain extra kilos even with diets and daily exercise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Everyone would like to fall asleep fast and with no need to count sheep. However, it's often difficult to beat insomnia and you might keep feeling sleepy in the morning. Well, the first thing you should do is change your blanket for a heavier one to catch better Zzz's. People using weighted blankets compare them to a 'hug', which brings the feeling of security and calmness. 30+ sleeping tips are coming your way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When it comes to money, many of us commit mistakes that result in zero savings, credit card debts and failed plans. Here's a list of money mistakes to avoid in your 20s that'll allow you to be more successful and smarter with money later in life. One of them: you don't need to move out from your parents' house when you're young. More money tips are coming your way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There're never too many random facts that'll surely get one of your teachers surprised! For example, just as you digest food by breaking large molecules into smaller ones, pineapples can break down the molecules that make up your cells. In other words, your mouth burns a little each time you eat a pineapple... because it eats you too. This is one of the many jaw-dropping facts that make the Internet a big encyclopedia — and the more you know, the smarter your future conversations will be! We did our research and gathered the most curious facts that you may not know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Isn't it cool to be part of the royal family? Traveling, wearing beautiful outfits, visiting royal ceremonies, walking the royal corgis... But it's not only about that. Being part of the royal family also includes following the oldest traditions, etiquette rules and strict guidelines. For example, did you know that the only nail polish allowed is pale pink? Why is it so? And why can't royal family members have their nails red or even black? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever fallen asleep in a new place and in the morning felt like you didn't even sleep at all? Or, despite being super exhausted after a long flight, you couldn't doze off in your hotel room... According to researchers, this phenomenon is known as the "first-night effect". Let's find out what it is and what happens in our brains when we sleep in an unfamiliar setting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You hear about the most successful rich people who wake up at 4AM. But you just can't get up early no matter how hard you try. Don't worry! Not everyone should wake up early to be successful and productive. Here's the proof! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do you get deja vu and what does it mean? That you can predict the future?! If only! Just one of many ways how your brain tricks you every day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How can you tell if a person is wealthy or faking it? Here are some non-obvious signs someone is rich! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hibernating like a bear - could humans do that? What if we could fall asleep for several months and conserve lots of energy... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The human brain is unique: it allowed us to invent the wheel, build skyscrapers, travel to space. But what if we all started sharing one common brain overnight? Would we act like one creature? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you trying to beat insomnia? What if you could fall asleep right away? Here're 5 simple steps to fall asleep in less than 2 minutes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adrenaline and emotions... rollercoasters are fun! But what if your job was to ride one every single day? How would it affect your body? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space lives by its own laws... therefore some of the things we do here on Earth are impossible there. Like flushing a toilet, or even crying! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here's an epic story of an incredibly lucky pilot. He was falling 18,000 feet but then the impossible saved his life. Let's find out what it was... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The world is full of mysterious places, unexplained phenomena and strange things happening. One of them is a mysterious hole in Al Mahra desert in Yemen and people are said to stay away from it. The cave system remains unexplored and nobody knows what's inside it. What could this unsolved mystery be hiding in its depths? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lucid dreaming is a fascinating experience, it's when you become aware of the facts that you're dreaming. However, some strange things can happen in a lucid dream. For example, mirrors are those objects you should definitely avoid in a lucid dream. What'll happen if you look in the mirror? Here're 7 things only the bravest might do in a dream. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you a dog person? Then you've probably googled this question many times: 'what makes a dog happy'! Yup, we all wanna cheer up our best friends and brighten their lives. The easiest ways of showing affection that come to mind are: get a treat, take your dog on a long walk, play something fun. But what else? Here're 23 dos and don'ts to make your dog feel loved! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Vacation season is here and you've probably wondered 'how do I protect my home from intruders'... Even if you didn't, it's better to take precautions to secure your home. According to statistics, in the U.S. alone one burglary happens every 22.6 seconds. It doesn't mean you're 'on the list' but you can take preventive measures and outsmart any burglar. The first step to take: change the plaque with your house number for a bigger one. Why? Let's find out... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How long did you have your shoes on today? You obviously wore them in the street, at school or at work, you even might have left them on at your friend's house but then came home and took them off with relief... But what if you couldn't take your shoes off ever again? Imagine that they just got stuck on your feet forever. How would your feet feel? Would they start being super smelly or adapt to the new reality? Let's find out... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if your life was a movie? Imagine waking up inside a movie scene! Which genre would you want it to be: action movie, thriller, romantic comedy or maybe science-fiction? How about living in different movie genres? If you were a star in your own movie, what would your actions be? Save the planet, investigate a crime, achieve something outstanding or enjoy carefree time with friends! Let's get inside a movie! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thousands of mysterious holes have been found in the ocean floor off the Californian coast. Scientists are unsure how they formed but they likely made their first appearance 400,000 years ago. What are those mysterious pits? Let's head on an exploratory mission to California right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do bees make honey? This is ideal food for these creatures, as it's full of nutrients and is a great energy food. When you consider that one bee's wings beat over 11 thousand times per minute, you can guess that it needs a great amount of energy! But an average worker bee produces less than 1 tablespoon of honey in a lifetime. This doesn't sound like a lot, does it? Let's find out more about bees right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Queen Elizabeth is the longest serving UK monarch in history. Just think about it: she's met 13 US presidents and has been counseled by 14 British Prime ministers. She's a symbol, a living tradition and the icon of style. If you pay attention to the Queen's style, you'll spot many peculiar details: she always wears a hat, has a little black bag with her and never takes off her gloves. Why? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The RMS Titanic was considered to be "unsinkable". But we know the end of the story. Many of the survivors of the tragedy remember that there was absolutely no panic on board the ship till the very end. Was it because people didn't believe such a huge ship could go down? Or because the passengers didn't expect there could be any lack of lifeboats? Let's find out why the passengers of the legendary ship managed to stay calm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We’re going to tell you about exceptional physical skills and characteristics found in only a tiny percentage of people around the world (by the way, the rarest one is the first one). Each person has character traits, peculiar only to him or herself. Aspects of the psyche that are — if present in others at all — extremely rare. But did you know that our bodies can possess many unique features too?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
To escape from a sinking car, you need to be sure you know what to do in advance. Extreme and life-threatening situations give us little or no time to think how to react. Only following certain secret tips will help you save your life and survive at this time. There are some very important steps to be taken in this unfortunate situation. You have to remember every second counts as you’ll only have about a minute to do what you should before the car sinks completely underwater. Memorize the sequence: “unfasten the seat belt, lower the window, climb out of the car”. Once you’ve gotten your kids out, leave the car yourself. If there’s no way to get out through the window, wait until the car fills completely with water, and then open the door. The rising air bubbles will lead you to the surface. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Only thanks to the Sun life, as we know it today, exists. But what would happen if the Sun disappeared like right now? How long would we be able to survive without it?
Would we even notice that? Would it be cold enough for the Russians to consider moving to a different planet? Huh? Bright Side decided to take a look at this hypothetical situation and imagine what it would be like to live on Earth without the Sun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Being a parent requires responsibility even when it comes to word choice. Here are seven phrases that affect children’s mental development and altered them for the better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to avoid becoming the victim of an offender? It takes an experienced burglar between 90 seconds and 12 minutes to take everything they need and leave a house. Often break-ins happen when at least one member of the family is at home. In this video, you'll learn what to do if you spot a cookie under your doormat, what white pebbles on your driveway mean and what measures you can take to defend your home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to lose fat quickly? How to get the perfect body with no diet? It’s hard to believe, but you can shape your body and lose belly fat in just a week. All you need to do is follow four simple steps. Movement is life. Experts proved that interval training or combining two types of exercise is more effective. How often and how much you exercise is also very important. You must be organized about this: make a schedule and follow it day by day. Find a fitness-positive friend who will support your efforts or join you in the gym. The competitive style of training will have a very positive outcome. You control your whole life, so why don't you start controlling your whole body! Plus, remember that human body is 80% water and it's essential to nourish it. Many famous actors follow the protein-rich diet to prepare their bodies for the key role of their life. Don't skip dinner ever again. Alcohol will make you fat too. Stop stressing about your weight. The more you think about it, the more you keep yourself preoccupied with something that cannot be solved with a wave of a magic stick. You have to understand that everything takes more or less time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to understand men? How to attract men? There are not so many people understanding that a man’s soul is no less mysterious and emotional than that of a woman. Here is the real chance for any woman to go deeper into a man’s head and learn all his secrets to conquer him and become THAT VERY girl! It may sound unexpected, but men don’t always want to be at the head of things, making serious decisions and being responsible for the consequences. Your man thinks for you and all the people in the world, so he doesn’t notice little things. Trifles usually distract from really important things. Men can ask unexpected questions and even seem childish. In fact, it is not because they show the rattlebrained traits but because it’s the easiest way to detrain their brain. Okay, let’s be serious: men can also be weak. Only a couple of times in their entire lives they should have the right to be afraid of something, deal with it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Knowing that some things don’t come easily, we still try to find some easy ways to reach our aims in the shortest time. One of the most popular topics nowadays is slimming. People all over the world try to find this magic diet or product, making people slim and happy in two days. No, in a shorter time. Let’s say, in an hour. Well, we are glad to announce that there is such a magic “pill”… Meet GINGER in all the variety of its utility! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Game of Thrones continues to impress us with its plot twists. Stories from behind the scenes of your favorite TV show can be just as interesting as the main plotlines. The Dothraki language has a vocabulary of over 3,000 words and continues to grow. The language was created by David Joshua Peterson for the TV series. The recipe for pigeon pie was not created by George R. R. Martin: he borrowed it from the 16th-century author Giovanni de’ Rosselli. Game of Thrones hit all the possible ratings and became the most pirated TV series of all time. In one episode, one of the spikes at the Red Keep displays the prosthetic head of a former President George Bush. The directors of the show sell replicas of the actual Iron Throne for $30,000 (height: 7′ 2″; weight: 350 pounds). A replica of Gandalf’s sword from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit is forged inside the Iron Throne. Sansa’s clothing has sent very deliberate messages to her allies and her enemies on multiple occasions. Her wedding dress tells us her life story: a trout and a wolf on the belt mean that she was born in House Stark and House Tully. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all know that one must never borrow another person’s comb or toothbrush. However, there are many other personal belongings that we occasionally share with others but really shouldn’t. Here’s a list of objects that mustn’t have more than one owner. Moreover, we’ll tell you how to keep them clean and in great condition! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here you are, going about your business, believing stereotypes, and then it turns out everything you believe is a lie. These 14 incredible facts will probably turn your world upside down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Lose Weight without Strict Diets Strict dieting isn't the only way to get the perfect body of your dreams. There are a few small changes you can make in your lifestyle and eating habits that'll help you lose more weight than you think. Pay attention to these simple but effective tips on how to get slim and slender in no time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Make Money Fast Legally. Even if you have a job and steady income, no one knows what can happen at any moment and you might need extra money. How to make that money you need fast and easily, and without breaking any laws? We have put together a list of 10 simple tips or ways to get money right away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
13 Clear Traits of a Psychopath (Spot Them). In this video we're going to cover the 13 signs to help you spot a psychopath. You'll learn about psychopathy signs you probably never expected.
Psychopaths are some of the most dangerous people in the world, yet, they often go unrecognized in society. We might have the stereotypical image of a serial killer or head of a violent mob when we imagine psychopaths, but they’re often blended in with the rest of us.
In fact, they usually use their charm and lies to make themselves appear even more wholesome and pure than their peers. Unfortunately, it’s after they’ve gained our trust that they begin to do the most damage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to know that you’re dealing with a toxic person? They do exist, and chances are we’ve met one or 2. Sometimes they might not realize they’re causing harm to others. There are situations that might be putting us at risk and, without us knowing it, damaging our sense of worth. Fortunately, there are warning signs you can look for to see if the person you’re dealing with is a toxic person. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Bermuda Triangle is one of the biggest mysteries in the world. This region, shaped in the form of a triangle, is situated in the North Atlantic Ocean between Miami, Puerto Rico, and Bermuda. More than 150 planes, cargo ships, and smaller vessels have met their demise in this cursed area. Even with modern technology and communication systems, vessels still keep vanishing. The latest discovery may shed a different light on the eternal enigma. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Phone scams have been around for quite some time, but fraudsters keep coming up with new methods of deception. Pay attention to a relatively new type of phone scam and watch this video very carefully! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's waiting for us in the future of air travel? More advanced technologies, better materials, higher speed and... pilotless planes? Yup! You'll look up at the sky and wonder if it's a bird or a plane with no one flying it... Companies are already working on planes that can fly themselves, with no pilot required. How is it gonna work and what obstacles are there? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is fashion gonna be like 30 years from now? Watch any sci-fi movie and you'll be struck by divergent visions of the future. Meanwhile 1990 was 30 years ago and fashion doesn't seem to have changed a lot since then. But technology is getting more and more advanced affecting different aspects of our lives, including fashion. Seamless dresses, backpacks incorporated in outfits, 3D-printed wearables. What else should we expect in the future of fashion? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to know that you’re dealing with a toxic person? They do exist, and chances are we’ve met one or 2. Sometimes they might not realize they’re causing harm to others. There are situations that might be putting us at risk and, without us knowing it, damaging our sense of worth. Fortunately, there are warning signs you can look for to see if the person you’re dealing with is a toxic person. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you wake up with a sore jaw or a headache every morning? The chances are you grind your teeth while sleeping. You can’t control this act because of you're unaware that you’re doing it. This condition is known as bruxism. And we want to explain 7 things that can help you prevent it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to get rid of your lower belly pooch? Are you familiar with the situation when you want to put on some item of clothing hanging in the back of your closet, but something holds you back from it? Your belly! This problem can be solved. If you wanna know how to do it just watch our new video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New year is when we make a list of habits we might have forgotten to follow the previous year. A night of healthy 8-hour sleep is one of those habits. Let's follow some simple rules and improve the quality of our sleep. One of them: never hit your bed right after eating, as you don't give your body enough time to burn off calories from your meal! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Staying in a hotel is a relaxing experience most of the time. But sometimes it can be overshadowed by some pretty unpleasant things. A dirty bathroom, a broken chair... or a phone charger left in the room. Why is it a warning indicating you should leave your room ASAP? Could anyone spy on you through a phone charger? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Okay, most of you won’t like this, but the truth is… men and women are different from birth. It turns out, gender may influence how we experience emotions, memorize things, perceive information, and so on. And there’s also a 2019 study that only confirms this. In fact, brain differences between men and women are present even in the womb. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People are fascinating, it seems like we can’t tolerate any boundaries. We love to push the limits somehow. This striving for the extraordinary makes a few of us look for records to break. But some world records seem to be unbeatable! Some are just impossible to surpass, while others you wouldn’t even want to challenge as they’re simply too weird.
One 69-year-old woman from South Korea, became a local celebrity and symbol of perseverance. All she did was pass a driving test. On her 960th try. Unfortunately, it doesn’t always feel good to be a record holder. Charles Osborne learned it the hard way, since he was the man who had hiccups for 68 years straight and without any relief... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your body is as complex and unexplored as the universe itself. Don’t believe me? What if I told you there was an organ in the body we didn’t know about until 2019? How did that happen? Well, here’s some other incredible things about us, the microcosm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you know how to administer first aid? Almost all of us remember some basic things about the rules of providing first aid. But is our knowledge correct, or is what we know too fragmented to be useful? Knowing basic first aid methods is very important, but it’s crucial to perform them correctly so as not to compromise the life you’re trying to save. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What country holds annual bathtub races and has a prepared landing pod for UFOs? Also, it has a place where there are so many snakes that they look like spaghetti on your plate! Do you know where you can see the most cheerful town in the world? It's called Saint-Louis-du-Ha! Ha! Yep, just like that, with two "ha's" and two exclamation marks!
Still no idea? This country produces more than 70% of all maple syrup in the world! Several of the most popular superheroes, such as Wolverine and Superman, were created there. Yes, you nailed it: this awesome country is Canada, and here are 50 cool facts about this place! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes other people’s habits and actions make us smile and we might think about how weird this person probably is. But thanks to these little idiosyncrasies we are each different, unique, and funny. Queen Elizabeth II is no exception. She also has a few weird and quirky habits.
We at Bright Side put together a few curious facts about the queen. Some of her habits have logical explanations, while others just make her a charming person with her own peculiarities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I know what you did last summer, what you had for lunch yesterday, and that you cried like a baby when your favorite celebrity couple split up. 20 years ago, this would sound really creepy, but today, in the social networking era, basically anyone can say this about their e-friends. But in some cases, oversharing and bad online manners just go over the top!
Photos and posts that some of your online friends upload can be so annoying that you want to avoid them in real life. And most of the time, you don’t even understand why it’s all so annoying. In fact, this is because there is some etiquette in social media too. So how about to pay some attention to this problem? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Well, summer break is over. Not exactly fun to think about... But a new school year means a brand-new start, right? This could be your year! It might seem scary – especially if you’re starting junior high or high school– so make sure to start your first day off right by doing some prep the day and night before!
First and foremost: get plenty of rest and a good night’s sleep! Hopefully, you’ve already started to try and get back into the school wake-up routine: going to bed at a decent time and getting up early, so that your body is used to it. If you get into your routine early on, waking up for school on your first day won’t be so hard! If can’t stop thinking about what the morning will bring, just remember that everyone else is just as nervous or excited as you are! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
“So many countries, so many customs.” Any jet-setter will agree this good old proverb is true. In the age of globalization, going places has become an essential part of our life. We’re all well aware of the fact that while visiting a foreign country, we must obey certain local traditions and common rules.
What would you do if you walked into a bathroom and instead of toilet paper, you found a bowl of water? And no instructions either! Or, what if warding off bad luck meant talking to birds at the park? Sure, these things may seem wacky to you, but they’re pretty normal customs in other countries. And some actually sound pretty fun! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to boost your mental power? Statistics show that 14% of young Americans experience a decline in their brain function. Your brain, just like your muscles, needs to be exercised in order to function properly. So if you’re feeling sluggish, having troubles concentrating, or just can’t seem to think straight, yoga experts have some simple and effective tips to boost your brain function! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It all started about a century and a half ago. Girls just stopped being born — every child in every family was a boy. At first, people didn’t pay much attention to it, and in some more traditional cultures, it was even considered good luck! Families got hale and hearty heirs, and all was well.
But then, after a while, they started feeling that something was off. This was especially evident in smaller communities, where children weren’t born as often as in big cities and everyone knew each other. A boy here, a boy there. No girls in sight. Ten years passed, and there were hundreds and thousands of boys approaching their teenage years — but still no girls... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all know that garlic is really good for our health and our immune system. But we are so used to it that we don’t even notice the uniqueness of this product. Did you know that the beneficial properties of this food are not just limited to protecting you from getting a cold? Have you ever heard about garlic water? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every country has its own laws, traditions, rules, and specific features that might seem weird to the people of other cultures. So when going on a trip, you'd better learn information about the etiquette rules and traditions of the country you're going to visit. For example, you can’t buy or sell chewing gum in Singapore. And that’s just one of many places that have things you should never do and that totally go against what might be normal for you or me. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Failure is always unpleasant; however, we can choose whether to get upset or benefit from it. What happens to you is one side of the story, how you react to it is the other, more important side. Bright Side found 11 positive sides of failure. All you have to do is use them to your advantage.
Failure can help you find yourself! A realist knows a change will do you good. For example, a ruined dress can help you start a career of a tailor. So when you face failure, smile at it and use it as a chance to find a new you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The titan of the sea, the great unsinkable ship that sank – over a century later, the mystery of the Titanic is still being studied to this day. Only a third of the ship’s passengers survived, while over 1,500 lost their lives. But out of all those casualties, only 340 bodies were recovered. So, the question remains: what happened to the remaining 1,160? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SUMMARY: - In 1996 Americans with Internet access spent less than 30 minutes a month surfing the web. Yet these days, people spend about 15 hours or more a week in front of their computers, TVs, and smartphones. - The new generation is too practical to cry over lost things and people. They’re explorers and adventure seekers. - Partners still share a bed, but a different kind of distance has grown between them. The biggest hindrance between couples these days is the increased use of technology. - Who knew that just a few decades later, we’d be getting our money out just like you would a cold soda from a vending machine. - Over 100 countries have already banned the use of corporal punishment on children in schools. And if a teacher decides to break the law and put their hands on a student, news travels fast thanks to social media and that teacher will face the consequences! - Worldometers puts the current global population at more than 7.6 billion and growing. - On an overpopulated planet with a housing situation the way it is, cities don’t have the space and people don’t have the money for large homes. - There was a time when kids would get together and go out to play. Outdoor activity was a great source of physical exercise and helped strengthen their social bonds. - There used to be these ancient things called picnics, house parties, and backyard social gatherings. - Huge piles of paperwork and long nights at the office have now been replaced by an array of work-from-home options. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do you imagine a lighthouse keeper’s job? Probably like an introvert’s paradise: you’re alone on a rock in the middle of the sea, looking out at the raging waves and keeping the light on. But lack of people around has its downside too: no one will know if something happens to you. And that was exactly the case with the keepers of the Flannan Isles Lighthouse…
It was a fine and calm day on December 15, 1900. In such weather conditions, lighthouses aren’t crucial for the safety of passing ships. But still, it was unusual for the Archtor, a steamer passing by the Flannan Isles on its way from Philadelphia, to notice that the lighthouse on Eilean Mor was not operational. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bermuda Triangle earned its terrifying reputation by swallowing countless ships and airplanes, leaving no trace behind. But recently, the Bermuda Triangle has added another mystery to its record: Cuban coast guards came across a ship that had gone missing more than 90 years ago! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I never actually realized how much I loved my son until that night. The night of the accident. We were driving on a highway, singing along to our favorite song on the radio, getting back home from an awesome vacation. You could probably say we’re a perfect family, the three of us —my wife Martha, our son Jack and me. None of us have an ear for music, but we still love singing and dancing.
So, like I said, we were speeding along the road, happy and carefree for once. It was late evening, but the sky was still pretty bright, and the air was crisp and clear. I was behind the wheel, my wife sat beside me, and Jack was in the back seat behind her. I never noticed that jeep. The man who was driving it said he hadn’t seen us either, but… I don’t know what to think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every country has its customs and … a list of banned food ingredients. Yep. Things you can always find on the shelf of your local grocery store might be off limits somewhere else in the world. That’s not just a cultural phenomenon, but a matter of health and safety.
For example, in Europe and Great Britain, selling chicken treated with chlorine has been banned since 1997. Since 2010, chlorinated chicken has also been banned in Russia. Farmed salmon is banned from a list of countries, including Australia and New Zealand. Raw, or unpasteurized milk, is so common in Europe, especially in Austria and Switzerland, you can buy it from a vending machine there. However, it’s been banned in about half of the United States for the past thirty years. So you guys might want to reconsider your list the next time you go shopping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Throughout history, some of the greatest minds in humankind have tried to explain what consciousness really is. Theologians, psychologists, neurobiologists, and philosophers still can’t reach a consensus on this matter. But there is one person that clearly knows what consciousness is... And this person is you! How can that be? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Before going to an unfamiliar country, you need to know about its culture. Especially if you are going to Asia where the society still follows certain traditions and has a hierarchical structure. One of these traditional countries is South Korea with its frightening characteristics and unusual taboos.
So before you fill your belly with kimchi and then hit up a BTS concert, you’ll need to get acquainted with some South Korean “no-no’s” first. Here's the list of bizarre cultural faux pas and downright illegal bans of South Korea so that you won’t spoil your trip to the land of morning freshness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey guys! Are any of you gamers? I'm not, but there was a time when I could sit all night long, playing some new and awesome game. And it’s then I wondered completely out of the blue: what would happen if I played for 24 hours straight? You think I didn’t check it? Fat chance!
So, I planned my game day for Saturday so that I’d have no work to do, could sleep until well rested for the event, and would have another day to recover after it. I bought a dozen Red Bulls (big ones, not those tiny little cans) and made sure I had enough coffee at home to keep me going. Then I fixed my armchair so that it was a bit less comfy than I’m used to — I believed it would help me not fall asleep too... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey guys! How about a quick 24-hour trip through the history of our planet? That’s right – 4.5 billion years in just 1 day! In real time, the magnetic poles switch places every 250,000 years. Yep, North becomes South, and South is the new North – magnetically, at least! But on this 1-day-old planet, they’re changing 12 times a second! Also, the continents move about 1 inch per year to form a supercontinent. That happens every 400 million years. But today, they’re merging and breaking up every 2 hours! And you know what? Out of an entire 24-hour day, our species only showed up right at the last minute Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can you shape how others perceive you? Do you ever wish you could control what people thought of you? Or maybe you just wanna communicate in a more confident way? Well, you don’t need any magical powers to make it happen — just good old-fashioned psychology tricks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes it seems that you’ve seen so much in this life that nothing will be able to surprise you ever again. And then you accidentally overheard someone mentions something amazing, like the fact that Charlie Chaplin once entered a Charlie Chaplin lookalike contest… and lost it! Yeah... There are a looot of strange things in the world.
Do you know, for example, where the quietest room in the world is? Or which countries still use the imperial units? Or in what town you can see the fish rain? Or what animal can clean its own ears with its tongue? Oh, the world is such an amazing place! And just because we grow up, it doesn’t mean that our curiosity about the world around us goes away! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's your relationship with your father like? Everybody knows that the connection between a mother and daughter is sacred and unique. But what about a father? Specialists are sure that a girl's bond with her father, or the lack of it, can determine her future behavior, love life, and even success! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you think that your phone is your own private zone, you may be very wrong. So far, there is no such device that can’t be hacked. Viruses pose a serious danger to modern smartphones. They can cause such problems as personal data theft, enormous phone bills, and malfunction of different apps. Luckily, there are ways to recognize that a virus has infiltrated your device.
Do you know, for example, that your smartphone isn't supposed to be hot to the touch? But viruses and worms use your smartphone's resources, putting a serious strain on the gadget. As a result, infected phones often suffer from overheating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is gout? This is basically joint inflammation in the ankle, wrist, elbow, knee, or (more often than not) in the big toe. It’s caused by high levels of uric acid in the blood, a condition called hyperuricemia. The intense pain it brings along can last for days, weeks, and even months on end! If left untreated, it can lead to joint deformities or even physical disability.
Like any health problem, gout doesn’t discriminate. It can affect anyone, including famous actors, athletes, and writers. In fact, Benjamin Franklin missed a lot of the meetings that were held to draft the Declaration of Independence because of gout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We often take the Moon for granted and never even give a thought to how our life would be without our rocky little satellite. Have you ever wondered what would happen if the moon suddenly disappeared? Among all the worst-case Apocalyptic scenarios out there, this is one of the most blood-chilling. One of the most important things about the Moon is the influence its gravitational pull has on the Earth. This is what makes the seas and the oceans rise and fall, giving birth to the tides. They occur twice a day, with the water level rising and then receding again. If the Moon disappeared, a supermassive tidal wave would ruin California, Australia, South-East Asia, large parts of Africa, Chile, India, and part of Western Europe. Due to the new landscape on Earth, people wouldn’t be able to grow crops or develop agriculture, so resources would become extremely limited. Week after week people would see nothing but rain, yet this would be followed by a dry season lasting for months on end. Then, everything would suddenly get buried in snow that wouldn't melt for weeks or perhaps months. Without the Moon, the Earth would spin faster and faster. Besides much shorter days, this means that temperatures would drop since the Sun wouldn't have enough time to heat the surface of our planet. Without the Moon, low and high tides would decrease by 75%, which would disrupt entire ecosystems that are dependent on the tides. What seems like not such a big deal at first will have catastrophic consequences to life on our dear planet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Lose Weight with Metabolic Diet. In case you’re looking for a really effective diet that will help you lose weight and maintain the perfect body of your dreams, here’s one. The main goal of the metabolic diet is to reset certain organs like the pancreas and liver. Completing all 3 stages of the metabolic diet will take quite a while, but the results are definitely worth the effort. Before proceeding with this diet, visit your doctor. They will tell you whether it's advisable for you and what you can do to make it even more effective, based on your system's peculiarities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The human body is one of the most complicated and trickiest living forms on Earth. Even though we have a lot in common, there´re certain unique features that make each human body special. Here are some interesting features that make it special. For example, did you know that around 6% of people can rapidly shake their eyes back and forth? Sounds like a great party trick. Wanna take a look at it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pangea was a supercontinent that incorporated almost all the landmasses on Earth. What if modern countries were landlocked in Pangea? You could travel anywhere by train, you wouldn't have some of the beautiful lagoons we have now, the animal and marine life would be different. What else? What would the world be like? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Currently there're more than 58,000 flight paths around the globe. Numerous flights that can take you practically anywhere... But there're several no-fly zones scattered all around the world: mountain ranges, political sites and amusement parks. Wait... amusement parks? Airplanes are indeed restricted from flying over Disneyland. The ban also includes helicopters and drones. But why? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dark circles under the eyes is a problem that’s familiar to almost everyone. There are dozens of reasons why they appear, but there are also a lot of ways to get rid of this nuisance. A consultation with a specialist, healthy eating, and sleep, using natural face masks and compresses, and other solutions to suit all tastes. And a lot of these procedures can be done at home, without spending lots of money! So, throw your eye patches away and listen up, as we found nine simple remedies which will help your eyes to look bright and sparkling. Watch the video to discover all these little tips that will make you forget about eye circles forever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
These 9 simple little things will help you express your love much better than words. From giving compliments to cooking dinner together – we are going to explain why each of them means so much to your beloved.
You can talk about such a great feeling as love. You can write poems and songs and tell everyone you know about it. But sometimes all you need is to do something right. This will mean more for a person than any words you can say. Watch this video till the end if you want to make your relationship even stronger and your love – everlasting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
91 % of American women are unhappy with their bodies. We are sure you have not tried the diet we are going to tell you about. It is simple, affordable and, most importantly, effective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The scams used by the thieves are getting more and more sophisticated. The more advanced security systems are getting, the more creative burglars and robbers become. Some of them use just a phone or a piece of clothes and trick you with it. The thieves ask you to take a picture of them, then you kindly agree and the performance starts. Or they leave clothes on your windshield. Spoiler: neither of it ends well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to spend less money on gas? How to drive a car easily and safely? There is a direct connection between mileage and the frequency of maintenance services. Here are 10 brilliant driving hacks and secrets that will help you save gas money and drive your car like a pro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to whiten your teeth naturally at home? Are you looking for way ways to whiten your teeth? We found 9 methods that you can try at home and that won’t do you any harm at all. If you follow this advice on a regular basis, you’ll see your teeth lighten up a few tones! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Which life-saving skills should everyone know? How to save someone's life in a critical situation? Did you know that hydrogen peroxide and iodine could be dangerous for you? Here are several of the most widely spread mistakes people make when performing first aid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if we told you there are remedies that can help you burn fat while you are sleeping? Bright Side has a list of 5 home remedies that make you slimmer in your sleep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jail is the last place you want to find yourself in a while sightseeing in Europe or Asia. However, some of the things you do every day may be forbidden in other countries, that’s why we made a list of common things that may land you in jail in some countries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many people say that men and women are from different planets. We are not really sure that it’s about planets, but most likely about physiology and some other things. Women are different from men in many aspects and some of these differences are even advantages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all have morning habits that are dangerous for our health. Change your life with some easy steps. If your mornings always start off with a cup of black coffee and a steaming hot shower, then you have cause for concern. Find out which morning habits it’s time to bid good riddance to. Never hit the “snooze button” on your alarm because it messes up your sleep cycles. Always take cold showers in the morning to get the energy for the day. Research shows that 80% of all smartphone users check their gadgets first thing in the morning. Don’t do it to save your time and nerves. Let the sun in or switch on the lights. Mornings are hectic enough, so don’t make it worse by wasting time choosing your clothes. It’s actually healthier to eat a slice of pizza in the morning than a bowl of cereal. Always wait 30 minutes after meals before brushing your teeth. If you really can’t go without your cup of morning coffee, add a little milk or cream to it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ginger has been used for its medicinal properties since ancient times. If you want to use weight, make your skin smoother or boost your immune system, here are some amazing ginger remedies. Ginger is a great source of vitamins, micronutrients, and essential oils.
NOTE! You shouldn't use ginger if you have cardiac or liver problems, high temperature, or damaged mucous membranes. And refrain from using ginger if you’re bleeding or in the 2nd and 3rd trimesters of pregnancy. Make sure you're not allergic to ginger before using any beauty treatments containing ginger extract: do a test patch on your arm first. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We've put together some mind-blowing rules of courtesy from Japan. Breaking them would seriously offend your Japanese friends or colleagues.
Have you ever dreamt of visiting Japan? Seriously, who hasn’t? It is famous for its high-speed trains, colorful cherry blossom and kimonos, yummy sushi and incredible etiquette rules. Apparently, there is a ceremony and a set of rules for even the most routine things in the Land of the Rising Sun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Honey is the only product which contains all the necessary ingredients to keep you alive and healthy: vitamins, enzymes, minerals, and water. Today, we are exploring all of its benefits and healthy properties.
Honey is sweet, made by bees, and Winnie-the-Pooh loves it. But do you also know that honey has existed for millions of years? That honey will never spoil if kept in an airtight container? We at Bright Side have been looking for quite some time for such a product, and it turned out to be natural honey. And we're definitely going to eat a spoonful of it every day from now on! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to be happy together? How to make your relationship last? Relationships can be tough. As it gets more serious, new problems and misunderstandings may appear out of the blue. Your friends and family will try to help you out with their advice. However, there are some types of advice psychologists recommend avoiding at any cost if you want your relationship to be healthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would happen if you put a lemon with salt on a plate and put it in your house? We know now how great lemons can be, but this is something phenomenal. When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. We all know it. But what will happen when life also gives you salt to add to the lemon plate? If you think “it will just start a cocktail party,” you don’t even know how far off the right answer you are. Lemons sure do spice up your drinks, but they can do much much more, and we are going to prove it to you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to keep your hair beautiful and healthy? How to make your hair grow faster? Pretty much every woman wants to have beautiful thick and shiny hair. It’s not always the result of expensive SPA treatments and can be achieved with simple DIY tips. The most important thing is taking care of your hair so it can be soft, thick, and silky. Here is an ultimate guide to affordable hair care for you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s not a joke – half a lemon dipped in baking soda works wonders! Watch the video to find out several more curious and quite unusual lemon + soda benefits! Lemon trees, which can grow as tall as 20 feet, are very fertile: they harvest all the year round and can produce more than 600 pounds of lemons a year! There is a shark named in honor of lemons - the lemon shark - all because of its yellowish color. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This 2-ingredient recipe for a drink will help you lose belly fat with only three tablespoons a day. Your body will say thank you and your friends will ask you to share your way to lose weight so fast! Your friends will ask you to share your new diet plan or workout routine as they will want the same result. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A volcano is considered 'super' if it has had at least one explosion and released over 240 cubic miles of material. The largest eruption at Yellowstone happened 2.1 million years ago and had colossal consequences. What if the supervolcano erupted again? It would most likely spew ash for thousands of miles across the US bringing chaos and havoc. Here're all of the devastating consequences of supervolcanoes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world. It reaches over 29 thousand feet at its summit. Everest is tall and mighty so if you come with a tiny needle to its foot, it'll simply get lost there. But what if a needle hits this mountain at the speed of light? This would make a great change... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can one place live in a weather bubble of its own? There's a little town in the US East Coast where storms and hurricanes almost never occur. Is it a strange weather phenomenon or just a simple myth spread among the locals? Let's find out how one place can remain intact by any natural disasters or hazards even if a nearby city experiences a storm... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A grain of sand is absolutely tiny and can do no harm. They are made of small crystals of the mineral quarts and are really tough. But what if a grain of sand managed to travel at the speed of light and hit our planet Earth? Would it harm our planet or cause severe damage? Or would it be destroyed before even reaching our planet's surface? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Being part of the royal family isn't all about travel, beautiful outfits, nice food and smiles. There're some pretty strict and sometimes strange etiquette rules and guidelines each of the members must stick to. For example, did you know why the Windsors can't actually give you an autograph? Or when the Queen stands up from the dinner table everyone else also needs to stand up? Let's take a look at all of these reasons why it’s not easy to be a member of the British Royal Family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Whenever I see a rainbow I get super excited and believe it brings good luck! But I can never tell how far away it is from me: rainbows have no distance or size. So I've decided to find out if it's possible to reach the end of a rainbow... Maybe, if you run fast enough, you can see the edge of it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each person's eyes are absolutely unique. Some conditions make our eyes even rarer. For example, some people have heterochromia - a condition when a person has differently colores eyes or eyes that contain several colors. Green is considered the rarest eye color. But what if we had black sclera? Would we be able to see anything? Would we be able to perceive black sclera as something beautiful? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the craziest space fact you've heard? How about this one: there exists a space pen that costs $1 million dollars. Or that all of the comets have beautiful 'tails'. And the sun is always on fire. Are these real facts or simple myths? If so, let's get them debunked right now. I'm gonna check which of the space facts are actual myths we believe in... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you've ever unplugged your phone during an update, DON'T. Your phone is likely to start malfunctioning. The home screen might stop working properly and you won't be able to access some of the files. In tech-savvy language it's called "your phone was bricked". What does it mean? Let's find out... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chinese women have a reputation for knowing the secrets of youth and beauty. And rightfully so: in the East, it can be downright impossible to tell a woman’s age by her appearance because most ladies look like they are in their teens or twenties.
So, how do they manage this? How does the behavior of Chinese women differ from ours and keep them looking young and fresh for so long? Let’s figure it out – here are 12 Habits That Help Chinese Women Stay Young. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The royal family has plenty of strange traditions and regulations. From the most unusual etiquette rules to the way they dress or how they celebrate holidays. For example, did you know that the Queen celebrates her Birthday twice a year: on April 21st and June 12th? Does she get twice the number of gifts as well? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Take a look at your refrigerator - if you're fond of traveling it might be fully covered with all types of magnets... But are all metals magnetic? Aluminium, copper, brass and gold aren't magnetic as they're weak metals. But what if all metals became magnetic and could produce magnetic fields? Then your gold bracelet could attract to your friends silver earrings... Other videos you might like: Titanic Survivor Claims an Iceberg Didn't Destroy the Ship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every morning thousands of people feel as if they're trying to accomplish a particularly tricky quest. Wrestle out of the packed subway car - done. Avoid getting lost and carried away by the crowd - done. Reach the escalator and join the gridlock at the entrance - done. At least all the commuters are following the common escalator rule: stand on the right side, walk on the left. After all, it's the most effective way to use an escalator, right? Actually, it’s wrong!
Wait, what? But this practice makes perfect sense: you can always choose whether you want to relax and let the machinery do all the work or save time and walk up! Yep, it turns out that we've been using escalators inefficiently all this time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I bet you’re all well-mannered people. But do you always follow the rules of etiquette in the right way? It’s not only members of the Royal family that have to watch themselves in public.
For instance, it's actually rather rude to say "Bless you" to a person who just sneezed at a business meeting. The same goes for covering your face with your right hand as you sneeze or cough. When you're stirring sugar in your tea, move the spoon but back and forth, like a small pendulum, instead of a circular motion. Here’s a short list of etiquette rules that you might be breaking every day and not even notice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is love? In the 1980s, American psychologist Robert Sternberg developed the “triangular” theory of love to provide an answer. His theory explains that love is an interaction between 3 things: emotional intimacy, passion, and commitment. From this model, Sternberg later created distinctions between the 7 types of love.
If you find yourself between 2 types of love, remember that these classifications aren’t black and white. Some couples move in and out of the categories and evolve to reach consummate love; others might be perfectly happy living as companions or romantic partners. Achieving a certain type of love might be very important to a couple; others might prefer to take a more laid-back approach. It’s all about personal preference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Humans produce millions of tons of trash each day, and getting rid of it has become a serious issue. Volcanoes are known for their destructive super powers, and they seem to be able to burn just about anything. What if it was possible to use volcanoes as the solution to our trash problem? Could they really be natural disposal stations?
A truck, loaded with wastes, dumped into a lava dome would result in a massive explosion with a lava discharge, followed by an outbreak of toxic gas spreading in the air. Lots of huge electric discharges would go through the ash clouds and lightning would strike everywhere around the volcano. So it looks like volcanoes aren't the best place to dump your trash, after all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Isn’t it annoying how targeted ads haunt you wherever you go and whatever you do? You filter them in your mind, not paying attention to what they say, but sometimes they can really give you the creeps. Advertisers follow you everywhere. Literally. For example, if you pass by, say, a bank, you’ll most likely soon get a targeted ad of this same bank and probably even with this same address.
Advertisers may use geo tags to target you. These tags are basically points on the map, and when you happen to be within a certain distance from one of these points, you start getting specific ads. Let’s say you like to run in a certain park, and there’s a new apartment building somewhere nearby. Most likely you’ll start receiving ads urging you to buy an apartment by that exact address. Interested? Let's investigate the issue! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kids are amazing. Their vivid imagination and creativity multiplied by their seemingly endless energy resource are things that rarely get carried on to adulthood. Kids don’t have enough experience and knowledge to understand how this world operates, which is why they see things in a different light.
It has been proven that a child’s worldview settles by the time they turn 11 years old, and they become capable of evaluating the world as an adult, solve problems and even make plans for future. Before this age, children perceive the world differently than adults do. Scientists have found out that kids perceive the world differently than adults do. And here’s how exactly! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There’s a saying that goes: People’s opinions are like bellybuttons; everyone has one. So true. It’s part of what makes us individuals, adds variety to life! But have you ever wondered if your beliefs are really your own? What if it was put there by someone else without you even noticing?
Many of us are certain that no ad or news piece changes the way we think or makes us wanna buy something. Think about it: if you know that a commercial or sponsored social media post is designed to manipulate how you think about something, then how could it work? Plus, do you even pay attention to ads? We all skip them! But you will probably be shocked when you found out all the tricks the commercial media uses to influence us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever been held up in airport security because some knucklehead broke probably every liquid rule there is? Going through security is hard enough, so why on Earth have they come up with this ridiculous liquid thing to slow us all down? What's so dangerous about a bottle of water or your favorite perfume or cologne?
Does it have something to do with the pressure in the cabin? Can my liquids somehow mess with the plane’s navigational system? That’s why they ask you to put your cellphone on airplane mode – maybe the two are related? I’m sure you know by now that it all comes down to security. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Now imagine that you’ve been driving for 10 hours non-stop, and that you didn’t really have a good night’s sleep before that either. What do you think may happen while you’re at the wheel? That’s right: microsleep can be dangerous.
Now, microsleep sounds as if it’s just an extra short nap that you take when your body says, “I’m done with this.” But what really happens is that you’re both asleep and awake at the same time. You can sit in front of your computer or at a meeting and stare at some random point on the wall opposite you without even being aware of it. That is, until you wake yourself up or someone does this favor for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you sometimes feel like your emotions are so deep and colorful you just can't compete with them? That's a sign that you may be a highly sensitive person. But are you really? If so, what does it even mean? Let's try to figure it out together!
The essence of being a highly sensitive person is closely connected to another important notion: sensory processing sensitivity. This term was created by psychologists Elaine and Arthur Aron back in the ‘90s. They explained that sensory processing sensitivity is basically a temperamental or personality trait that reflects an increased sensitivity of the central nervous system along with deeper cognitive processing of physical, social, and emotional stimuli. Put simply, it means you can have acute responses to pretty much everything from your surroundings to your own thoughts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to live longer? According to the World Health Organization, Japanese people have the highest life expectancy in the world: 83.7 years. They also have one of the lowest obesity rates. In Japan, only 3.8% of men and 3.4% of women are obese compared to the United States where it’s 37.9% of men and 41.5% of women. A huge part of why Japanese people live so long and why they beat most countries with regards to health is their diet. So keep watching to learn how to slim down like the Japanese. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do dreams actually have meanings? Or are they just short movies that your subconsciousness randomly creates? Dreams have always fascinated people. To this day, psychologists conduct extensive research to try and figure out what happens in our mind and body when we sleep.
In ancient Egypt, those with colorful and vivid dreams were considered to be special people. So special that most of their dreams were recorded on papyrus! The Egyptians firmly believed that divine revelation came from dreams, in which you could find all the answers to your worries and gain wisdom. In the 19th and 20th centuries, Sigmund Freud, a famous neurologist and the founder of psychoanalysis, introduced his perception of dreaming in his book The Interpretation of Dreams. According to Freud, when your consciousness is asleep and resting, your subconsciousness wakes up and produces images that give you a little sneak peek into your deepest self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you have a puppy? If you really adore your puppy but his barking, chewing, and incorrect behaviors are driving you crazy, there’s no need to despair! Not everyone has the resources to get their puppies professionally house-trained, but luckily, there are lots of things you can do at home to get the job done. To ensure you aren’t left at the end of your rope or, um, leash, keep watching to learn the do’s and don’ts of puppy training.
Puppies can present quite a lot of challenges to new pet owners (or even to experienced pet owners!) since every puppy comes with their own set of behaviors and personality traits. Despite a bit of mischief, puppies can be a great addition to your family and will be trained in no time if you follow these recommendations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why should you quit taking long hot showers? Taking your shower ice-cold will give you better hair and skin, improve your mood, boost your immune system and even help you lose weight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do you feel about turmeric? Not a big fan? Well, listen up because you’ll probably change your mind after hearing about these incredible health benefits of this brightly colored spice!
So, what changes can you expect in your body after a month of including turmeric in your diet? A 2013 study by researchers in the Department of Oral Pathology at India’s Punjab University proved that this spice can help whiten your teeth. Known as Curcuma longa in the scientific community, Turmeric has been used in traditional Indian medicine for centuries for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and antiseptic properties. If you’re struggling with, say, skin issues, hair loss, or even extra weight, then turmeric also can be of help! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you a teen? Your teenage years are tough. There’s so much to manage: school, homework, friends, family, changes in your body, and even more. You might be dealing with social or personal challenges all while learning how to best live your life. There will be pitfalls along the way, but you can avoid the worst of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you a night owl or an early bird? Are you constantly pressing the snooze button on your alarm even though you had a full night’s rest? If you’re more of a night owl than a morning person, your late-night activities will naturally make you sleepy in the morning. But if you’re not, it can be hard to figure out why, despite all your efforts, you simply cannot get up when your alarm goes off. Watch the video to learn what could be causing this baffling situation.
An informal poll found that 90% of successful executives are early risers. These early birds include Jack Dorsey, Twitter CEO, who’s up at 5 a.m., Tim Cook, Apple CEO, who’s up at 3:45 a.m., and Indra Nooyi, CEO of PepsiCo, who’s up at 4 a.m. Rising early allows these and other executives to have time to exercise, catch up on the news, eat a healthy breakfast, and engage in mindfulness practices like meditation. There are a lot of reasons why being a morning person can be beneficial. If you haven’t been rising early but want to, the following information might give you an insight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Remember that time you ate out and went well beyond your planned budget? Does that happen way too often? It’s no surprise since restaurants use smart tricks to make you spend more money. You can, of course, check your bills for dishes you didn’t order, but this trick isn’t really used anymore. Bright Side found out about some tricky ploys the catering world uses in order to save money on dishes and make patrons spend more.
Take, for example, complimentary snacks. Olives, crackers, and chips are not a kind gesture of the owner as you might think. The real reason for such complimentary snacks is to make you feel thirsty. After eating several of those salty snacks, you’ll want to order more drinks, bringing a bigger profit to the owner of the café. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are apple seeds poisonous? You know what they say, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away!” But what if you accidentally ingest the seeds? Could your apple end up sending you to the doctor? Their seeds are full of certain natural chemicals that are toxic to people and animals. Apple seeds contain amygdalin, which is a substance that releases cyanide as soon as it mixes with digestive enzymes. And what about other shocking facts about some of your favorite foods?
For example, if you're planning to bake a cake flavored with nutmeg powder, go easy on this ingredient. If you add more than 3 teaspoons of the powder, you risk getting mild hallucinations. Besides, your limbs may start to warm up all of a sudden. But that's not the worst part. Severe side effects take place 30 minutes to an hour after you’ve consumed too much nutmeg powder. They include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In the most extreme cases, people may have problems with their heart and nerves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to beat sleeping disorders? If you’ve been feeling sleepy in the morning lately, sounds like you could use a better night’s sleep. Poor-quality rest leaves you fatigued, short-tempered, and unable to focus. If it persists, it can lead to serious medical problems like obesity, type-2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease. But there are some tips that’ll help you solve the problem. Do you know, for example, that if you’re doing things in your bed that aren’t connected to sleep, your brain will have a harder time winding down in that same space when it’s time to fall asleep? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How much water should you drink daily? What’s probably the most overused cliché when it comes to health advice? Say it with me: “You should drink at least 8 glasses of water every day!” But let’s be real here, how many people actually do it? Water, with all its healthy properties and zero calories, is just too plain! The good news is that there are other sources that not only keep you hydrated but also pack a flavorful punch and even have their own special health benefits!
For example, tomato juice is a great post-workout recovery drink. They are 94% H20! The other 6% of their content is taken up by vitamin C and antioxidants. This makes tomatoes perfect for your digestion, heart, and eye health. They also help prevent blood clots, detoxify your body, and lower your cholesterol. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why does good sleep matter? If your sleep is suffering, then the remainder of your day will be built on top of that. Your mind won’t be clear, and you are likely to make poor food choices that will affect your diet. You might skip your workout because you’re too tired. And your work will also likely suffer. In the grand scheme of things, if the sleep issue gets out of control, it could have a huge effect on your overall health, both mentally and physically. Good sleep is just as important as a healthy diet and regular exercise.
According to a study by the brand Forza Supplements, the perfect time to go to bed is at 10:10 p.m. They surveyed 1,000 people and “found that those with the best sleep patterns” go to bed at around 10:10pm. It takes an average of 15 to 20 minutes to fall into a deep sleep, and going to bed by 10:10 p.m. will guarantee that you get a full 90 minutes of REM sleep before midnight. Besides, depending on what time you need to wake up in the morning, this will provide enough time for you to get the recommended 7–8 hours of sleep per night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There's no denying that being in love is the best feeling in the whole world. But sometimes it can turn into one of the most poisonous things in your life! When you start dating, you believe that your partner is perfect, but when this romantic period ends, you see their true nature that you may not be able to handle. As a rule, these people don’t like their complicated character either, but they can’t do anything about it.
So which kinds of crush are bad for you, and what can you do to make it right? Bright Side is going to tell you about the most toxic types of partners and their qualities. If you’ve noticed any of these features in your partner, it may be time to think about whether you’re with the right person or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The feelings we experience greatly affect our lives. People who are aware of what they’re feeling and why they’re feeling it have a clear understanding of what they need to get out of a certain situation. This is why it’s easy for them to communicate in an assertive manner while not coming across as aggressive. If you want to become a better friend, colleague, partner, parent, and even leader, you should learn more about the traits of emotionally intelligent people, Maybe there are any skills you’d like to work on! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Quite often we get confused and can’t understand what we really feel. What is it? A fling? A love affair? A sudden uncontrolled passion? Or is it real love? In the heat of so many powerful emotions, it can be hard to tell them apart. A crush can feel like love, but it might just be a passing fancy. But if you have a crush and aren’t sure how to define it, don’t worry too much about it! Both experiences are healthy, fun, and a normal part of life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you think of swimming dangers, you might think about drowning or dealing with animal encounters. But there are so many other dangers hiding in a public swimming pool and other large bodies of water that you can’t even imagine.
The Center for Disease Control found that 58% of the water filters they examined in public pools tested positive for the bacteria found in feces. So swallowing water in a contaminated pool can lead to diarrhea, nausea, and stomach cramps for up to 3 weeks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that every culture has its own word for the sound a cat makes? In English, cats say “Meow,” kitties in Korea say “Nyaong,” and a cat in Turkey will greet you with a “Miyauv!” Obviously, the whole world is obsessed with these adorable furry creatures. Bright Side has learned a lot of new and interesting facts about these pets and decided to share them with you. Some of them will definitely surprise you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you a worrywart? Everyone worries from time to time, and worry is a normal part of life. But do you feel you’re starting to take things to the next level? Are you suffering from chronic worry? You better get rid of this habit as soon as possible!
Do you know that letting your worries rule your life for months on end can change your brain’s pathways and increase your physical pain? You can’t really escape how your body reacts to worry: Your heart rate speeds up, your muscles tense, your senses sharpen, and your body starts pumping adrenaline in preparation for a battle. Worry can keep your body in a constant state of tension. And with tension comes body pain... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is it better to shower in the morning or at night? Some of us shower first thing in the morning as a nice wake-me-up, while others can’t get to sleep without a relaxing evening shower. So, which team are you on, and is one more correct than the other? Well, doctors have an answer, and you’re about to find out all the details! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Youthful radiant skin, thick silky hair – who doesn’t wanna look as if they’re straight out of a TV commercial? But when it comes to following common beauty tips, is what you see really what you get?
As it turns out, many habitual actions and beliefs for sustaining a perfect appearance are actually not that necessary. Moreover, many of them not only waste our time and money but also damage our looks. Are you buying into some dangerous myths about skin, hair, and nail care? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pizza is 4th on the list of the most craved foods in the U.S. Every year, more than 3 billion pizzas are sold all over the country. And the number of pizza slices sold per second reaches a whopping 350! So what if you only ate pizza for a year? Well, that might not be as awesome as it sounds.
There have been people who conducted some pretty bold experiments. They tried to eat pizza and nothing but pizza for 7 days in a row. And although these amateur researchers weren't connected with one another and followed this unusual diet independently, their accounts sound surprisingly similar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine being in a relationship where you understand each other without words and trust one another. Isn't it really great? Sure, but there's one more component you shouldn't forget about: a sense of humor! Psychologists confirm that couples who ironically tease each other all the time have a stronger bond than those who take themselves too seriously. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You probably think you make decisions based on your free will. Well, think again! The way a person thinks and makes decisions can be influenced by touching light or heavy objects. This is what scientists discovered. What’s more, your behavior can be influenced by the surface you’re sitting on. Isn't it weird? Let's find out what this is all about! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Such a beautiful thing when you fall head over heels for someone. But then those feelings suddenly fade away. Why is that? It could be because of some seemingly innocent and harmless habits you do every day without even realizing it! These habits could make even a great relationship take a turn for the worse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The road to success can seem really hard. But have you ever thought that your financial problems might stem from your poor mindset? School teaches us to be an obedient worker, not a successful person. Does a college degree give a person a high-paid job? It might be that way in a perfect world. But in reality, that’s just not the way it goes down... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the drawbacks of never shutting down your computer? Modern computers can work non-stop for a very long time. But does shutting it down make a difference? Remember that all of the parts that make up your computer have a limited lifetime... Which of them experiences the most stress from never shutting down? Here're the things that harm your computer the most. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are there any ways to lose weight besides diet and exercise? There are many tricks that can help you lose a bit of excess weight in just 2 weeks. We’re going to share with you 15 tips that can help you get rid of excess belly fat. Most people don’t even know about these tricks!
Science proves that people burn less fat when they sleep during the day and are active at night. A group of researchers from the University of Colorado studied 14 healthy people for 6 days. During the first 2 days, subjects slept during the night and didn’t have daytime naps. Then they changed their sleeping patterns to imitate owls’ sleeping schedules. It turned out that when people took a nap, their metabolism worsened since their biological clocks didn’t completely flip to fit their schedules. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bright Side found out whether our future is doomed or bright – here is a list of the most exciting predictions for a new millennium. You could expect super-fast computers, but a house that you can disassemble and put together in a minute? Wow.
One year ago in his speech at the Oxford University Union, the legendary Stephen Hawking proclaimed that humanity can only survive for another 1,000 years. We wanted to know whether our future is doomed or bright, and so we compiled the most exciting predictions for a new millennium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do mermaids really exist? How do these half-human half-fish mythical sea creatures look? Does Aquaman live among mermaids? Anyway, one of the interesting things about legends is that entirely different parts of the world describe seeing the exact same thing for centuries! Believe it or not, scientists and historians have been interested in the mermaid’s existence for years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most people imagine volcanoes as scary gigantic mountains covered with blazing-hot magma and erupting ash. But in fact, more than 80 percent volcanoes on our planet are situated on the seabed, and there creatures that live on their bottoms. Are you ready to meet these scary real-life monsters? If you have a look at the underwater volcano situated about two miles below the surface, the conditions there will terrify you, if not kill you. The pressure of water is enormous, the water itself contains many heavy metals, hydrogen sulfide - poisonous, flammable, and corrosive gas, and other toxic substances. Despite these hostile surroundings, more than 400 species live around the volcanoes. In the Arctic Ocean, far away from any traces of civilization, in ice-cold dark waters, there are five active volcanoes. But unlike typical volcanoes, these formations spew out methane gas and warm mud. They are mud volcanoes. In 2013, a multinational group of scientists decided to research the mud volcanoes in the Beaufort Sea using the Canadian icebreaker CCGS Sir Wilfrid Laurier. Soon the first results were ready: the mud volcanoes turned out to be real giants, 650 to 1200 yards across and as high as 100 ft. The slopes and the tops of the mud volcanoes are covered with colonies of tube worms. They grow slowly, and it may take them from 170 to 250 years to reach such length. Tube worms are exceptionally long-lived. Today, scientists are more worried about the Yellowstone Supervolcano. The formation got its name due to its power to produce unbelievably violent eruptions. The crater of this volcano is 34 by 45 miles in size. And the destructive force of the volcano is so huge that according to scientists' calculations, 90,000 people would die instantly as soon as the volcano erupted. Scientists have many equipment set all over the National Park and they assure people that were the volcano to erupt, they would be able to predict this weeks in advance and evacuate those in immediate danger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The way our brain works has always been one of the most fascinating subjects out there. And even though there have been lots of useful and interesting discoveries on this topic, there are also plenty of misconceptions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is water fasting? What are its benefits? Intermittent fasting is gaining huge popularity as a dietary option, but what actually happens to your body when you fast? When I first heard about water fasting, I thought, “No way am I doing this!” But after doing some research and finding out about the benefits of this process, I changed my mind. And now I'm going to tell you what I experienced during my 20-day water fast.
The first 2 days were going to be the most difficult. And they were indeed! I felt incredibly hungry — almost as if I had missed several breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. My energy level dropped, and my mood left much to be desired. I was increasingly irritated, and my patience was wearing thin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Lose Weight without Workouts. You might think the only reason why you gain weight is overeating, but in fact it can also be the result of your hormones being all out of whack. Triggers like stress, age, genes, and poor lifestyle choices can cause a hormonal imbalance that leads to weight problems. To get the perfect body and keep it slim and slender, you have to follow our simple tips and keep 9 hormones under control.
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland at the base of the neck. It produces the hormones T3, T4, and calcitonin, which are responsible for maintaining the body’s metabolism. If the thyroid doesn’t produce enough of these hormones, a condition called hypothyroidism, the result is often weight gain. To keep it under control, consume iodized salt (or seaweed if you’re on a low-salt diet). Avoid processed foods. Take vitamin D supplements. Consume foods rich in zinc like oysters and pumpkin seeds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Deal with the Police. Have you ever noticed a police officer feeling his way along a car’s taillight during a stop? Most of us have either been pulled over or observed it happening to someone else. Regardless of what the fault may be, when a vehicle is stopped, one thing is for sure: the officer will slide their hand across the car’s taillight on their way to the driver’s window. This is a common practice amongst police officers all around the world, and it’s considered extremely important. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There’s only one thing you need for flawless skin, outstanding memory, and no more stress. No, not sorcery, a pomegranate!
A research team at the UK’s Queen Margaret University discovered that pomegranate juice works wonders for lowering the stress hormone cortisol. The research also proved that pomegranate has a great effect on heart health too since a lot of cardiovascular problems are connected to cortisol one way or another. This colorful fruit will totally transform your mind and body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Lose Weight Fast. Dietician Kathleen Zelme says that breaking bad eating habits and replacing them with good ones will help you lose weight fast with no diets or workouts at the gym. It might sound too good to be true, but you can actually drop a few pounds in no time if you follow some simple effective tips on how to lose weight fast. Let’s see exactly what you should and shouldn’t do if you wanna lose that extra weight for good. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you’re looking for a full-proof simple diet backed by science, you’re gonna love this one. The best thing about this revolutionary amazing diet is that there are no restrictions and you can eat what you want and lose weight! All you have to do is change when you eat, not what you eat.
When you eat whenever you want, including those late-night fridge raids we’re all guilty of, you mess up your circadian rhythm. You see, this is your body’s natural cycle, and it wasn’t designed for 24/7 food consumption. Dr. Panda’s team analyzed the eating habits of 156 adults. A mere 10% of them were eating within a 12-hour window, while over half enjoyed yummy stuff for at least 15 hours a day. The researchers offered 8 slightly overweight people to go from a 14-hour eating cycle down to a 10-hour window. As a result, they lost weight and felt way more energized after 4 months of enjoying their favorite meals but on a limited time gap. A smaller eating window helps you lose weight because the body burns more fat at night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you think you know it all about the human body, we have a surprise for you – there’s still so many amazing facts you don’t know. This is especially true about the female body and physiology, it’s a mystery that waits to be uncovered. Find out the amazing female secrets to better understand women. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Walking is a totally free, easy exercise that requires little effort, and benefits not only your physical but also your mental well-being. If you’re looking for a simple yet very effective way of losing weight and improving your overall health, walking is something just for you. People who are physically active throughout their life are much less prone to this disease than those who have a more sedentary lifestyle. And that’s because they have more volume in their hippocampus, the part of the brain responsible for verbal memory and learning. A daily half-hour walk helps avoid serious problems, like coronary heart disease to name one, by lowering high blood pressure and cholesterol levels and improving blood circulation. Because of better-quality and deeper breathing, some symptoms associated with lung disease can show significant improvement thanks to walking. Muscle tone and weight loss is also totally achievable through simple walking. Find your optimal pace, but don’t break out into a jog. This sort of speed walking is low impact and doesn’t require any recovery time, which means no sore muscles to keep you from getting out and walking the next day. The Arthritis Foundation recommends at least 30 minutes of moderate walking a day to reduce pain, stiffness, and inflammation in the joints. Building strong bones will help you prevent osteoporosis and reduce bone loss. Walking contributes to better blood circulation within the spinal structures, pumping important nutrients into the soft tissues and improving posture and flexibility, both of which are vital for a healthy spine. A group of researchers at Iowa State University worked with hundreds of college students. Walking changed their mood for the better, even though no one warned them it could do so. If you still don’t feel motivated enough to start walking for your health, try joining a class or find a buddy who also wouldn’t mind getting all the benefits of walking. Another idea could be to hire a personal trainer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This is the final boarding call for Flight 201 from Sidney to Vancouver!” You grab your bags and head to the jet bridge. That’s when you see a pregnant woman who looks like she could pop at any moment! What happens if she has that baby mid-flight?
First, it’s not a likely situation. Doctors usually recommend that expectant mothers don’t fly within 4 weeks of their due date. Flights (especially long-haul ones) are rough for anybody! Can you imagine dealing with those cramped seats and having to share that tiny space with a big belly bump? But, hey, life happens, and sometimes you just really need to get to Vancouver! And today, this baby will not be denied! So, what happens when you're born on an airplane? And what's the nationality of a baby born on a plane? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chia seeds are often considered one of the healthiest foods in the world. And it's not surprising at all since they're packed with crucial elements and minerals. One great benefit of chia seeds is that they can help you to lose weight. That's all thanks to soluble fiber, which slows the absorption of food and makes you feel full for longer. Moreover, chia seeds also contain a high amount of protein, which significantly reduces appetite.
A study conducted by the University of Toronto along with specialists from other institutions confirmed these effects. During the study, experts observed obese people with type 2 diabetes. The results showed that those who included chia seeds in their diet lost more weight and even reduced their waist circumference. Chia seeds can certainly be a great addition to a healthy lifestyle! But what would happen if you ate chia seeds every single day? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to know if your house is being watched by burglars? Many people protect their homes. Some choose alarms; others rely on strong doors with complex locks. Some go even further by installing security cameras, LED lights, smart locks, and high-tech security gadgets.
But even the most observant people don’t always notice that robbers have already started to watch their home and are waiting for the right moment to make a move. Pay attention to details that can be connected with theft, even if they seem trivial at first sight. In today’s video, we’ve prepared a list of signs that should help you stay alert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
February 29th, 1932. Four German aviators took off on a trip around the world. They wanted to find companies and markets for the aviation industry, and build up profitable business relationships. The team of aviators used a small plane that could take off and land on both land and water. The men expected their journey to be full of interesting adventures, but none of them imagined that it would become a real nightmare.
The team consisted of pilot Hans Bertram, his co-pilot Thom, mechanic Adolph Klausmann, and cameraman Alexander von Lagorio, who filmed their journey and planned to make a movie afterwards. The first 10 weeks of the trip were very successful. The last stop where all 4 team members were still together was Jakarta. At this point, they agreed to separate and meet again in Shanghai. Pilot Bertram and mechanic Klausmann were left alone on the plane. They flew to Australia. They planned to travel 520 miles in 6 hours. It turned into a difficult night that they would remember for the rest of their lives... So, here's the most amazing survival story imaginable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What Would Happen If You Never Left Your Bed? Most of us find it really hard waking up for school or work due to different reasons. But what if you actually decided to never get out of bed? Well, given the horrible effects it would have on your physical and mental health, you’d quickly regret your decision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We seem to think we know pretty much all there is to know about our Earth that nothing can surprise us at this point. You’ll be amazed when you find out how much you have yet to learn about our home planet: let’s start with 10 little-known earthly facts. You might know that it’s called “the blue planet”, but did you know that scientists say Earth was originally a different color? Or that the Moon isn’t Earth’s only satellite? The magnetic field is vital for Earth because it protects the planet from the impact of solar winds. We think of our planet’s magnetic field as something constant and stable, but the truth is that it’s changing. James Ross, an explorer and British naval officer, pinpointed the northern magnetic pole for the first time in 1831. In 1904, Roald Amundsen, a polar regions explorer from Norway, reached the north magnetic pole again and was surprised to find that it had shifted 31 miles since Ross's discovery. Earth, despite common belief, isn't perfectly round. It’s more like a squashed sphere. So its mass is irregular and differs in various places, which causes “wobbles” of gravity in different areas of the planet. A smaller celestial body about 750 miles wide orbited Earth like a second moon. It most likely crashed into our main satellite later on. Scientists also don't rule out the probability that one day Earth will get another satellite. If all the gold found inside the Earth could be extracted, it would be enough to cover the entire surface of the planet in a 2-foot layer of gold. And if we gave everyone an equal piece, each one of Earth’s inhabitants would get 9 pounds of this treasure. Magma lurking below the surface of crater lakes emits carbon dioxide into the waters of the lakes. This carbon dioxide builds up in a thick layer at the bottom of the lakes until pressure gives way, and it’s released in an explosion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Meditate. Meditation not only reduces stress and improves your physical well-being, it’s also good exercise for the brain. In case you want to change your life for the better and improve your health and try meditation but don’t know what to begin with, this video is just for you. Our simple guide for beginners will teach you the basics of meditation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You can lose belly fat and slim down your legs in less than a month. A gym membership and healthy food are luxuries that not everyone can afford. And some of us are simply too busy or lazy to put in the time and effort. As a result, obesity rates tripled between 1975 and 2017, with about 1.9 billion adults across the world seriously struggling with their weight. The good news is that there are some simple yet proven ways to make weight loss a lot easier and way more effective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Learn the secrets of success from those who built their own empires from scratch. You can try adopting the habits of super rich people and see how it will help you save money. Successful people are rarely night owls; they go to bed and wake up quite early. So this was the first habit I decided to take on. By the end of the first week, I noticed that I was able to do way more before noon than I could ever do during the whole day. One more week into the experiment I started waking up completely well-rested and excited to start a new day. Self-made successes swear by exercising every day for at least 30 minutes. After just 10 days, it already became a habit. I became more concentrated and calmer. If meditating helps successful people stay on top of their game, it should help me out too. Networking is like currency for successful people. A lot of successful people (like Steve Jobs, for instance) keep a super minimalistic approach to fashion, often wearing the same outfit every day. Truly smart and successful people control their expenses and don’t spend their money on useless things. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Get Rid of Bad Breath. Somewhere between 35% and 45% of people suffer from bad breath at some point during their day. In case you’re one of them and are looking for simple DIY remedies for bad breath – we have something just for you. You can keep your breath fresh as it can be following some secret tips and using products you most likely already have. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In case you’re perfectly ready to finally meet “the one” and be happily in a relationship, but it hasn’t happened yet, you must be wondering why it is so. There’s a good chance you’re still alone due to one of the 6 reasons we’re about to share with you. You just can’t say “no” to your boss when he wants you to do some extra work that’s actually not even your responsibility. Or maybe you have a child, and you’re constantly occupied with them and only them. Misplaced priorities don’t allow us to be happy and move forward. First of all, love yourself. The great Sigmund Freud himself wrote how important it is to leave past relationships in the past. Just answer one simple question: why are you still hung up on the ex? Your relationship is over, the time machine hasn’t been invented yet, and you can’t change anything. Your ex isn’t perfect, it just seems that way in your own head. Fatigue, bad weather, an enthralling book, or a marathon of your favorite show are a few of the reasons why we might decide to spend the day inside. Newsflash: Mr. Perfect probably isn’t gonna break into your house and steal your heart. Parents almost never like their kids’ choice of a partner, and it’s a totally normal thing. It might have to do with evolution since it’s been like that for centuries. While you might fall for his attractiveness, sense of humor, and incredible guitar-playing, your parents probably care more about his background and financial stability. The world is huge and diverse. And true love is waiting for you beyond this rut of familiar places and habits you’ve got stuck in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Prolong the Life of Your Battery. In case the battery of your favorite gadget can't keep up with the workload and dies too quickly you must be looking for ways how to make it last longer. people still keep doing all kinds of crazy stuff because they think it’ll extend their battery life, like throwing their phone in the freezer! We’re gonna get into this plus more common mistakes people make when it comes to charging their devices and what you can do instead to prolong your phone’s battery. It turns out you don’t really have to charge your phone to the max before using it for the first time. It’s safe to use your phone while it's charging and also okay to charge it overnight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Survive in a Panicked Crowd. In case you find yourself at a soccer game, a concert or at any public place where lots of people go, it won’t hurt to know some safety tips to protect yourself and your family. In this video you’ll find out what you should do if you suddenly find yourself in a panicked crowd, how to find your way to safety and get there, what the accordion move is, and how to use sign language in an emergency.
You never know what's going to happen at any minute, so knowing your way out is always good. But it’s even more crucial to never lose your humanity. Make sure you don’t knock somebody down. Let women and children pass, and help others as much as you can. And don't be afraid to ask for help as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
No matter how educated or realistic you are, there are probably still things that you just refuse to believe although deep down you know they’re true. Well, it’s high time to face reality and accept these cold-hard facts. They might seem difficult to swallow but doing so will only make your life easier in the long run! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Change Your Life through Your Sleep Cycle. We keep hearing how early birds are way more productive and successful. We decided to conduct an experiment to find out whether it's truly helpful or necessary to wake up super early every day. If you want to try to change your sleep cycle and transform your life you can follow some simple tips on how to become an early bird. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are some pretty gross habits we all have and can’t get rid of no matter how hard we try. Maybe those terrible habits aren’t that bad for you after all, and you don’t have to do everything possible to get rid of them? It turns out some disgusting things you probably do every day that are actually good for you! Glamour magazine surveyed 1,000 women and asked them different questions, including whether or not they pee in the shower. Nearly 75% of the poll-takers confessed to having done it at least once in their life. It turns out no matter how gross it sound, it’s actually good for you. When we work out, we tend to breathe through our mouth, and this causes it to produce more saliva that interferes with normal breathing. So it’s perfectly fine to get rid of the excess mucus produced from exercising by spitting it out. Chewing gum helps you focus, sharpens your memory, reduces stress, and balances your hormones by raising your cortisol levels. If you usually try to hold your farts in, you might wanna stop doing that. Holding the gas in can easily cause abdominal pain and bloating. Biting your nails helps your body register the bacteria you get off your nails in its memory bank, so if you encounter a certain strand again, you’ll already have the lymphocytes capable of beating it. As you’re picking your nose and eating your boogies, you trigger your immune system to release white blood cells in order to defend itself against a certain type of bacteria. And there you go, your system comes out way stronger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The human mind is a complex system and with some simple psychological tips you can control yourself, look more attractive, and even spend less money. These 7 psychological effects have the power to control a lot of your actions, but as long as you keep them in mind you can stand strong against them and use them for your own good. Ask yourself from time to time, "Am I doing this simply to make somebody like or notice me or because it's what I really want?" And be honest! Try to keep your mind clear and stay critical. Taking part in a questionnaire or survey doesn't automatically mean that you're supposed to give a positive review of the product just because somebody considered you an expert in this particular field. The best way to get something off your brain is to always finish what you’ve started. If there's no way you can do that in real life, then do it in your head. Every time you buy something really expensive, try to be honest with yourself and ask, "Am I paying for the quality or the ‘ooh’s’ and ‘aah’s’ of people around me?" Don't be afraid to look clumsy or do something stupid. In fact, this will only make you cuter and more relatable! These kinds of people seem more approachable than those who strut down the street like royalty. Not nearly as many people as you think actually notice your mishaps because they’re all too busy worrying about themselves! If you have a coffee stain on your shirt or a big zit on your cheek, don't focus on it so much. If you suddenly feel unwell in a public place and you need help ASAP, don't address the whole crowd by shouting “Help!” or “Call 911!” Choose one specific person. This way, you’ll have better chances at being heard and getting the help you need. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Find out the Japanese secret of looking young, having beautiful flawless skin and perfectly slim bodies without heavy dieting or intensive workouts. All you have to do is follow some very simple rules and drink four glasses of water immediately after waking up. You gotta do it before you even brush your teeth or whatever you normally do first thing in the morning. This Japanese practice improves your metabolism significantly and makes any diet way more tolerable. Improved metabolism brings about another wonderful surprise: weight loss. Your skin looks healthy, radiant, and youthful. Drinking water not only resulted in healthy hair growth but also made it look incredibly shiny. Something as simple and basic as drinking water on an empty stomach can help you deal with illnesses without having to resort to medicine. This experiment is definitely worth a try. You become way more energized, feel a thousand times better, and all this inspires you to take care of yourself even more. If you're whether or not this experiment is for you, maybe because of some health problems, consult with your doctor first. As for everyone who’s willing to give it a shot, just remember to strictly follow all the rules. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Knowing what to do in an emergency situation can help you survive yourself or save the lives of others. At one point or another, most of us have been taught the basic survival rules to follow when faced with a threat. You might think that swimming in a river or lake is safer than taking a dip in the sea, but that's not exactly true. Fresh water is often colder and takes more energy and skill to get out of because it doesn't support your body like salt water does. If you find yourself caught in a river current, breathe deeply and swim in a diagonal line, that will eventually bring you to the shore. As for getting caught in a sea current, the first rule is the same: stay calm, don't panic, and don’t flail around. Simply cut across the current diagonally because it doesn't typically expand along the whole shoreline. If you’re with your close ones when a fire starts, agree on a meeting place outside in case you get separated. When smoke starts filling the room, don't walk and don’t even think about going through a window or waiting it out. The best strategy is to stay low and crawl to the nearest exit as soon as possible. There are different ways you can save yourself if you're choking, and there's nobody around to help you. Remember! Don't speak, don't drink anything, and don't inhale deeply. If someone is suffering from hypothermia, cover the victim with warm blankets. Make sure that not only the body but also the head and feet are covered. If you get lost in the woods, you can use your wristwatch to find your direction. Hold an analog watch horizontally in your hand and imagine a wedge-shaped piece marking the area between the hour hand and the number one. The center of this angle is the north-south line. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Walking is a totally free, easy exercise that requires little effort, and benefits not only your physical but also your mental well-being. If you’re looking for a simple yet very effective way of losing weight and improving your overall health, walking is something just for you. People who are physically active throughout their life are much less prone to this disease than those who have a more sedentary lifestyle. And that’s because they have more volume in their hippocampus, the part of the brain responsible for verbal memory and learning. A daily half-hour walk helps avoid serious problems, like coronary heart disease to name one, by lowering high blood pressure and cholesterol levels and improving blood circulation. Because of better-quality and deeper breathing, some symptoms associated with lung disease can show significant improvement thanks to walking. Muscle tone and weight loss is also totally achievable through simple walking. Find your optimal pace, but don’t break out into a jog. This sort of speed walking is low impact and doesn’t require any recovery time, which means no sore muscles to keep you from getting out and walking the next day. The Arthritis Foundation recommends at least 30 minutes of moderate walking a day to reduce pain, stiffness, and inflammation in the joints. Building strong bones will help you prevent osteoporosis and reduce bone loss. Walking contributes to better blood circulation within the spinal structures, pumping important nutrients into the soft tissues and improving posture and flexibility, both of which are vital for a healthy spine. A group of researchers at Iowa State University worked with hundreds of college students. Walking changed their mood for the better, even though no one warned them it could do so. If you still don’t feel motivated enough to start walking for your health, try joining a class or find a buddy who also wouldn’t mind getting all the benefits of walking. Another idea could be to hire a personal trainer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Find out how you can save yourself and protect your family in case of an earthquake. These survival hacks are important for all of us, even if you don't live in an area with a lot of seismic activity. No one is 100% safe from this disaster because you never know where you might be traveling or living in the future. So pay close attention to these safety recommendations that could save your life one day. Fortifying your house is a good place to start. Make sure you have enough supplies, including food, medications, fire extinguishers, batteries, and flashlights. Have an expert test your house’s foundation so it won’t slip during an earthquake. Depending on where the earthquake finds you, you should follow different survival rules. The most important thing in all cases is not to panic and to memorize the Drop, Cover, and Hold on technique. Drop right where you are onto your hands and knees. This is a safe position that allows you to slowly move towards shelter. Use one arm to cover your head and neck. A massive desk or table makes a good shelter. If there’s nothing in the room to hide under, at least stay away from the windows. Remain in this position and bend over as much as you can to protect your vital organs. Hold on like this until the shaking stops. If you were able to find some shelter, hold onto it using one hand and be prepared to move with it as it might shift. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The emotional lives of animals are often questioned by us, humans. But it's not just us who run things on this planet. Due to the subjective nature of emotions, many think that they are out of the reach of scientific measurement for animals. But what if all mammals, both living on land and in sea, suddenly gained intelligence and could communicate? They'd probably have a lot to tell us... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to sleep easily on a plane? People who can easily fall asleep on a plane are among the lucky few because most of us aren’t able to doze off in a cramped space, sitting in such an uncomfortable position and surrounded by total strangers. What if we told you there are some simple tricks that can help you catch some Z’s on board? Who knew that flying on a Tuesday or keeping your seat belt fastened could actually make a difference? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to get rid of acne? These pesky little bumps can appear everywhere: on your shoulders, neck, back, chest, and buttocks. If acne is the bane of your existence, you know it’s uncomfortable, painful, and upsetting. Most advice out there focuses on face acne, but the body needs a break from the breakouts too! If you want to learn how you can easily smooth out your skin and finally get some relief, watch our new video!
The best approach to fighting body acne will involve trying multiple things at once, so following all these tips will give you the best chance of getting smooth skin. If you’ve tried all these tips and seen no results after a few weeks, it might be time to visit a dermatologist since they will be able to prescribe oral medication that has a stronger effect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Before you fly off to your long-awaited vacay, you have one task: get to your gate without giving in to the airport’s sly ways of separating you from your money! Think you can do it? Well, it all starts in the parking lot. We all know that parking at the airport costs a fortune. Do you know how you can pay less? There’s always a trade-off between cost and convenience.
The airport doesn’t want you to just sit or sleep in the waiting area at your gate until it’s time to board – they want you on your feet and exploring. They don’t announce boarding times until the last minute. Why tell all passengers on a certain flight that they’ll be leaving in an hour when you can cut that warning down to 20-30 minutes so that they spend more time in the stores? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Keep Your Dog Healthy. If you're a dog owner, you surely want your pet to be healthy and to live a long and happy life. But you might sometimes do things that can potentially harm your canine companion without even realizing it. Here are some common mistakes people unintentionally make when it comes to taking care of their doggies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all want to have a flat stomach, but even with intensive workouts and dieting belly fat remains the most difficult kind to get rid of. The secret that will help you drop some pounds is avoiding certain foods. You most likely know it already, but it won’t hurt going over it again: avoid junk food, fried foods, and ice cream. The more you get, the more you want to satisfy your ever-growing craving. If you’re seriously set on getting rid of belly fat, you really do have to kick the habit of drinking pop and store-bought juices. Even diet soda slows down your metabolism and makes your body store more fat. Speaking of drinks, you’ll also have to say no to alcohol. Some alcoholic beverages are loaded with calories, but it’s not just about the caloric content in certain drinks. Alcohol consumption itself increases your appetite and confuses the part of your brain that’s responsible for that full feeling in your stomach. Along with sugar, salt should also be limited to small amounts, especially if you suffer from high blood pressure. Remember that one tablespoon of mayonnaise has about 100 calories. Another food to avoid is chewing gum. When you chew gum, your brain and stomach get signals that prepare them for an incoming meal. This means that gum triggers the overproduction of stomach acid, which ends up making you feel hungry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the signs of vitamin D deficiency? Vitamin D greatly influences the systems of our body from ensuring calcium supply to our bones to strengthening our immune system. We normally get this vitamin from foods, supplements, and the sun’s rays, but when something goes wrong and we face vitamin D deficiency, our body systems may break.
For example, sweating that seems a little excessive or not brought on by anything particularly obvious, however, can be a sign that you’re lacking vitamin D. So what other signs show a deficiency, how serious is the problem, and what can you do to get more of it? Here at Bright Side, we’ve studied the most common symptoms of low vitamin D levels and we want to tell you what we’ve found. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Know Your Kidneys Are Crying for Help. Our kidneys are vital to the proper functioning of our bodies and keeping us healthy and alive. Kidney diseases are extremely dangerous as people sometimes lose 90% of their kidney function before some symptoms appear. Here are some of the least obvious symptoms that can indicate kidney problems. If you have any of those, it’s a good reason to see a doctor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What was life like in the 19th century? Imagine this: Your best friend lives in another city, and one day he asks you to come over urgently. Today, all you need is to buy a plane ticket, and you’ll be there in a matter of hours. But…. what if you lived in the past, where there were no smartphones or airplanes? The trip would be much more eventful.
Well, first of all, you'd have to drink a large amount of water before going to bed to wake up early. Native Americans used this method before the alarm clock was invented. In the outhouse, you would find a corn cob instead of toilet paper. Don't ask how, but a lot of people used it even after the paper appeared.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tough life situations aren't something you get ready for first thing in the morning. But an emergency situation can happen anywhere — in your favorite supermarket, on the street, and even in your own home. And it's better to be prepared for anything life can throw your way, be it a tornado or a house fire. Unfortunately, we can’t predict risky situations, but we can certainly be prepared and learn how to deal with them in order to save our own lives and the lives of our loved ones. We hope that you’ll never find yourself in an emergency situation, but just in case you do, it would be better for you to know these survival tips that will help you stay safe and sound. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you’ve always had a thought that you’re talented, you’re right. The latest studies show that we underestimate our abilities and have no clue about the powers that we possess. Did you know, for example, that your lungs are as large as a tennis court, your eyes are as powerful as a 576-megapixel camera, and your ears are so sensitive, you can hear molecules? That’s proof right there that you have superpowers!
The human body is an absolutely unique thing — you’re about ½ an inch taller in the morning than by the end of the day, your long-term memory can store as much information as the entire Internet, and Humans can change their body temperature! A Harvard professor traveled to the Himalayan Mountains to research this theory. Deep meditation helped the monks there raise the temperature of their fingers and toes enough to dry nearby wet sheets in around an hour! Interested? Then let's learn more cool facts about the human body!
For example, did you know that we, humans, have 3D vision! One might wonder, what we need those 3 D games for. Also, our tongue prints are as unique as fingerprints. And long ago all people had only one eye color - brown. Every eye color that appeared later was a result of genetic mutation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What happens every 5 seconds? While we’re just sitting in front of our computer at home, drinking tea with some cookies, really incredible things are happening on the other side of the world. Or maybe in the nearby city. Or even one mile away from us! Millions of mind-blowing things are happening in this short period. For example, in 5 seconds, 500,000 reactions occur in your body’s cells. 4 weddings take place somewhere in the world every 5 seconds, and one more union is sealed before another second passes.
While you will be going from your desk to your fridge and opening it, 47 new websites will be created! Posts of strangers on Facebook will receive 2.3 million likes in the same period of time. New post count on Facebook will reach 205,000. And Instagram will boast 3,200 newly uploaded photos and videos within the same period! Isn't it amazing that so many things happen in the world every 5 seconds? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Everyone's talking about cold shower benefits. 💦 But what are they, really? If you take cold showers, will you lose weight? What happens if you take cold showers for a month? What happens if you take a cold shower after working out? Let's find out, what effect cold showers will have on your body... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You know those days where you just feel groggy, lazy, unmotivated, you name it! 😴 What if I told you how you start your morning decides how productive your WHOLE day will be!? If you give into common myths people have been doing for years first thing in the morning (brushing your teeth, eating breakfast), then it's actually making you lazy all day! Here's what you really should be doing every morning to make your whole day more productive and energetic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Picture this: you're exhausted after a long working day, and the only thing you can dream about is throwing yourself on the bed and blacking out. Not gonna happen! Instead, you're tossing and turning, trying to find the most comfortable position. Your mind gets plagued with endless thoughts, and even though you're worn out, sleep keeps eluding you! How come? The reason might be very simple - your seemingly innocent bedtime habits! Sleep is extremely important for your body. It helps to restore energy, boosts your immune system, fends off depression, and decreases the risk of stroke and heart disease. Lack of proper sleep leads to daytime sleepiness, inability to concentrate, irritation, stress, and even high blood pressure! And if your insomnia drags on, you can get physically or mentally ill! So, try to avoid doing the things mentioned in this video before going to bed, and you'll feel way more rested and energetic in the morning and during the next day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We have put together a list of the most fantastic and unbelievable scientific facts that seem too crazy to be true. This world will never stop surprising us, just take a look for yourself! Scientists have recently found that the universe tastes like raspberries and the Mona Lisa actually used to have eyebrows. The coldest place in the Universe isn’t on the Moon, where temperatures can plunge down to minus 378°F. It was recorded in a lab, where scientists in Finland managed to freeze atoms using a laser. If we could get rid of the empty space in atoms, all of humanity would fit into an apple. The biggest living organism in the world is a mushroom. Human lungs have the same surface area as a tennis court. Whether a man has a son or a daughter can often depend on what kind of siblings he has. You might have heard that a person is usually a bit taller in the morning than they are in the evening. As for the height of the Eiffel Tower, it changes depending on the weather. The cavefish can walk and climb thanks to its tetrapod-like pelvis. It uses its flippers like four-legged land animals use their limbs. your brain helps you stay fit! Assuming that the average metabolic rate during rest periods is 1,300 calories, your brain takes 260 of them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A good night’s sleep recharges your system, lowers stress levels, promotes weight loss, and even makes you live longer. Some popular pre-bed habits most of us have can deprive you of all that. If you want to fall asleep easily and get enough of healthy sleep every night, you have to follow some simple but very effective rules.
Even though we tend to think that working up a good sweat at the gym will only help us fall asleep faster, that’s not always the case. The trick here is to finish your workout 3-4 or even 6 hours before you go to bed. You can have some water in the evenings, you just need to experiment and find your perfect amount. The National Sleep Foundation states that, in general, most people sleep well through the night after just an 8 oz glass of water before bed. Try to limit naps to 20 minutes because longer naps require you to wake up from a deeper sleep. As a result, they'll only make you feel groggy afterwards instead of refreshed. Working late increases the chances of you spending the next few hours lying in bed thinking about all your tasks. Instead, clear your mind, create a plan for tomorrow, and write it down. You won't be at your best if don't get proper sleep, so put everything away and relax. Be extremely careful with pills, especially prescription meds, since they can have all kinds of effects on your sleep. Some cause drowsiness while others can make you super alert. This is especially true of antidepressants. Painkillers also don’t contribute to healthy sleep, so use precaution when taking them before bed. Many people think that a hot bath contributes to good sleep, but that's just one more popular myth. The truth is that it's a change in temperature that helps us fall asleep, not the hot bath or shower itself. And the higher this temperature difference is, the more we want to sleep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Being a parent and bringing up kids the right way, giving them the best you can, being strict just enough and yet winning their love is not an easy task. We all know that words can hurt deeper than a knife, which is why knowing how to communicate with your kids and what not to do is key. Pay attention to these phrases you should never say to your kids or teens to help them and protect them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What to eat on an empty stomach? What should you avoid eating on an empty stomach? Only a few people are aware that some foods are not very good for us if eaten on an empty stomach.
Yogurt, a cup of coffee, and fresh orange juice — this is what most people probably picture when they think of a perfect breakfast. However, we at Bright Side have created a simple infographic that will guide you through what we should eat and what we should avoid in the morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How long does the process of digestion last? Do you find yourself still hungry no matter how much you eat? If so, you might be eating foods that are too high on the glycemic index. It’s definitely something worth knowing if you’re struggling with excess weight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to keep your skin healthy and radiant? 🤔 Ice cubes are good not only for creating colorful cocktails but also for caring for your skin. ❄️ Ice has a relaxing and therapeutic effect, and it can also rid you of numerous skin problems. 👍 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are some so-called “facts” that we believe only because we’ve heard them so many times. I bet you’re convinced that Mount Everest is the tallest mountain in the world. We're about to reveal the actual truth about some things you believed in before.
For example, a lot of people don’t eat chocolate because they’re afraid it’ll cause their skin to break out in pimples. Well, hold back no more because this simply isn’t true! [dermatologist] Dr. James E. Fulton Jr. and several other dermatologists conducted a study on the supposed connection between chocolate and acne. They actually gave 65 acne-prone test subjects chocolate bars that contained 10 times more cocoa than a typical bar of chocolate. What they found was that chocolate isn’t harmful to our skin and doesn’t affect it whatsoever! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There have been numerous theories about the origin of our universe. the Big Bang theory is the most well-known one. But there're others too. One of them: that our universe may have been created an intelligent civilization in some lab. I wonder, how big this lab would be... What is this theory based on and can we believe in it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you know that people forget approximately 95% of their dreams as soon as they wake up or shortly after? Scientists still don’t know exactly why we dream. But what they do know with certainty is that every person on this planet dreams for about 2 hours a night, even those who claim that they never do! Such people simply don't recall their dreams.
Brain scans done on sleeping people show that their frontal lobes, which are responsible for memory formation, aren't active during REM (or rapid eye movement) sleep. And this is exactly the stage of sleep when you dream. See the catch? At the same time, though, there are some tricks you can use to remember your dreams better! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to become more confident? Does the idea of social interaction send panic waves through your body? Yeah, it tends to do that for shy people. But even if you’ve been the quiet type your whole life, there are lots of things you can to do build your confidence, become more charismatic, and get rid of that social awkwardness for good!
Do you know that advertising your shyness, you’re only trapping yourself in this label? People might not even see you as quiet or awkward until you bring it up! And from then on, they’ll only be able to see you that way. There’s nothing wrong with being “the shy one” but holding onto that label can really set you back if you sincerely wanna open up and be more conversational. Do you wanna learn more about that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you like dates? Let's be honest; they don't usually pop up in our brain whenever we think about healthy foods. And that's a real bummer since this fruit has tons of undeniable advantages for our health. So what would happen if you ate them daily?
If you wanna add dates to your diet, you have to follow a couple of simple rules. First and foremost, dates are kinda high in sugar and calories, so you should always eat them in moderation. 2 dates a day is more than enough to get all the health benefits your body needs. Plus, there are tons of ways you can incorporate this fruit into your meals, from using it as an appetizer to consuming it as an in-between-meals snack. If you want to increase dates' abilities, make sure you add more fruits like apples, bananas, and pears to your menu. Dates can't do all the work for you, so as long as you stay away from stress triggers, try to stick to a healthier diet, and move more, they'll double all the results of your hard work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We have put together a list of the most fantastic and unbelievable scientific facts that seem too crazy to be true. This world will never stop surprising us, just take a look for yourself! Scientists have recently found that the universe tastes like raspberries and the Mona Lisa actually used to have eyebrows. The coldest place in the Universe isn’t on the Moon, where temperatures can plunge down to minus 378°F. It was recorded in a lab, where scientists in Finland managed to freeze atoms using a laser. If we could get rid of the empty space in atoms, all of humanity would fit into an apple. The biggest living organism in the world is a mushroom. Human lungs have the same surface area as a tennis court. Whether a man has a son or a daughter can often depend on what kind of siblings he has. You might have heard that a person is usually a bit taller in the morning than they are in the evening. As for the height of the Eiffel Tower, it changes depending on the weather. The cavefish can walk and climb thanks to its tetrapod-like pelvis. It uses its flippers like four-legged land animals use their limbs. your brain helps you stay fit! Assuming that the average metabolic rate during rest periods is 1,300 calories, your brain takes 260 of them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You probably think a cucumber is a vegetable, right? But, according to scientists, it’s actually a fruit. And it’s a really, really cool fruit! Eating just one cucumber every day will result in numerous positive health changes and beauty benefits!
Cucumbers might be low in calories, but they are extremely rich in minerals and vitamins. This fruit contains fiber, carbs, protein, vitamins C, K, and B, potassium, manganese, iron, zinc, riboflavin, and magnesium. But if you're used to peeling cucumbers, you'd better get rid of this habit! By peeling this fruit, you significantly decrease the amount of fiber, vitamins, and minerals that it contains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You started running in the morning and feel like a champion! But suddenly your side starts aching awfully. It's not because you're out of shape, as even professional runners might experience it. So why does it happen? Let me explain these 12 tricky facts about human body for you. Including why you can't hold your nose and hum at the same time. Try to do it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
While a little stress won’t do you much harm, constantly living under its weight can do some real damage to your physical health! Listen to your body, and look out for these 10 signals that it’s crying out due to pent-up stress! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is eating at night bad for you? And what can people eat before going to bed if they don't want to gain weight? Many of us think that whatever we eat late at night goes straight to our hips and waistline. But according to the research, there are some very tasty products you can eat at night without gaining weight. Hooray! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you know other countries’ food etiquette rules? 🍽 When you travel abroad and try the local cuisine, you might notice how a certain country’s table manners are very different from your own. Here are 12 quite unexpected food etiquette rules from across the globe! 🌎 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to become more attractive? Now, attraction isn’t just about physical appearance. It’s also about the way a person carries themselves in the world. Being attractive can help you make friends, start dating, do better at work, and increase your self-esteem. Do you feel like you need a boost in any of these areas? If so, just check out these 9 tips to become much more attractive and popular! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What can be bad for your pets? What is harmful to them? 🐶🐱 A lot of people make some serious mistakes in their pet care that can lead to all kinds of health problems and even a shorter lifespan. So let’s check out what major no-nos you should avoid and what you should do instead!
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How to understand you're suffering from depression? How to get rid of depression which is a serious health condition that can’t be ignored? Depression is a serious matter that, unfortunately, doesn’t get talked about enough. Simply feeling a little sad can make us think that we're depressed, but that's not always the case…or is it? Let's find out what signs are hinting that you might actually be suffering from “the plague of the 21st century”.
How to recognize depression? The most common signs of depression are the following: you constantly feel down and tired. Your self-esteem has hit rock bottom. You have concentration and memory problems and troubles sleeping. Your weight changes, it can go either way: you all of a sudden gain several pounds or your weight drops drastically. Nothing, including your favorite food, TV show, video game, or even meeing up with your besties, brings you pleasure. You experience mood swings, and you can suddenly become extremely short-tempered with a lack of basic tolerance. Your health deteriorates. It's really common for depressed people to suddenly start experiencing aches and pains, most frequently in the joints or back.
If at least 3 to 4 signs hit home for you, it most likely means that you have some form of depression. Basically, the more signs you’re showing, the more depressed you are.
How to make it better? The first thing you have to do is go to the doctor. According to psychotherapist Sean Grover, there are steps you can take in three areas of your life to make your mental state better. The first thing to take care of is your body. Start doing 30-minute workouts at least 3 times a week, get at least 7 hours of sleep a night, and add more of your favorite foods to your diet, especially sugary ones. The second and equally important part is your mind. Try to explore the world around you as if you never have before. Finally, your spirit should also get a dose of treatment too. The best thing you can do here is meditation. Through it, you can learn to understand and listen to yourself on a deeper level. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Raising children is very difficult and no one has the right to judge someone's particular parenting style. However, some parenting mistakes are more dangerous than others and can seriously damage your child’s health. This video will help you find out what actually affects a child’s psyche and teach those who have toxic parents how they can deal with this issue.
When raised by narcissistic parents, children suffer from slowed-down emotional development or none at all, will most likely suffer from depression, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress disorder when they become adults and grow up into an adult that’s either a self-saboteur or a person ready to sacrifice everything to achieve high goals. Children of toxic parents live in constant fear and apprehension. They’ll grow up into teenagers forced to listen to their parents' complaints, adjust to a "complicated situation", put themselves in their parents' shoes, and help, tolerate, and console them. Toxic parents might not see anything wrong whatsoever in telling all the relatives, neighbors, and family friends that deeply sensitive information the child was pressured into disclosing. These types of parents instill an inferiority complex in their kids since they don't wanna see their child try new things and succeed. Their narcissistic self-love generates fear at the thought of their child becoming better, smarter, and more successful than they are. These parents seem to “generously” offer something that their children don’t really need, but any refusal causes resentment. A grown kid starts thinking, "My parents probably just want some company and wanna feel needed." So they accept the help, thank the parents, and offer something in return. But there's no happy ending here because the parents will always remind their children of that "favor" they did for them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Parents always try to do the best for their kids to make them happy and healthy. However, there are some things that parents do every day that can pretty serious psychological damage not only to their kids but to themselves as well. Avoid these everyday habits that seem normal but in fact are very dangerous to give your kid the best upbringing and be a perfect parent. A study at the University of Mary Washington has shown that this constant rush often has negative outcomes for mental health, including anxiety and depression. So delegate what errands you can to someone else or postpone them till the weekend when you can leave the kids with their grandparents or a baby-sitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We are all guilty of adding some sugar here and there to make things taste better, but what might seem like innocent pleasure can actually cause a lot of serious health issues when we put too much sugar in our body. Luckily, our system gives us crystal-clear signs when we’ve crossed that line and should stop doing that immediately to protect ourselves from health problems. Large amounts of sugar in your diet cause your cells to go through complicated biochemical processes that result in muscle aches and pains, joint stiffness and swelling. Food high in sugar won’t make you feel full because it doesn’t contain any useful nutrients, which is why you often feel hungry even if you just ate a big delicious sugary muffin like half an hour ago. When you eat sweet stuff, the pancreas releases insulin to help bring glucose to the cells, giving you a rush of energy. Once the cycle ends, though, your energy levels drop because your body wants more sugar. And this can start a never-ending cycle of overeating sugar in order to stay energized. If not brushed away properly, food debris causes the appearance of plaque on your teeth, which erodes the tooth’s hard enamel surface resulting in tiny holes. Always make sure to brush AND floss your teeth properly, use an antibacterial mouthwash, and visit your dentist regularly. Bloating is directly connected to what you eat and how your body can digest it. If sugar isn’t absorbed into the small intestine (and not all of it will if there’s too much of it), it’ll enter the large intestine where it usually acts like gas-producing bacteria. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We've all heard this phrase: "time is relative". And in space time runs at a different pace. Is this why astronauts age slower in space? Here's a story of an astronaut who came back from space younger than his twin. How's this possible? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Avoid Conflicts with Your Parents. We all get emotional at times and it seems like the whole world including our parents is against us. However, there are certain phrases we say that don’t do any good and instead set parents off and only make things worse. Find out what phrases you’d better avoid and what to replace them with to be heard and have good relationships with your parents. Nothing is better at making the pain of sadness or anger go away than the exact opposite of hate. Tell your parents “I need you to tell me you love me” and you’ll feel much happier and stronger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What Will Happen to Your Body If You Eat Avocado Every Day. The avocado is a unique fruit with multiple nutritional and health benefits. How would your body respond if you ate just one avocado a day? In fact, it would transform your life as you’d get amazing results: your breath will be fresh at all times, your kidneys and liver will work more efficiently, your blood pressure will become lower, just to name a few. There's a miraculous mineral to be found in avocados: potassium. It helps your system keep a healthy fluid balance through chemical channels for cells and organs. Avocados are also a great source of vitamins C and E. Vitamin C is known for its involvement in the creation of collagen and elastin, which help to maintain the skin's elasticity and firmness. Vitamin E takes it to a whole new level, reducing the damage of excessive sun exposure and counteracting aging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nothing can ruin your mood faster than having a low battery on your phone and no charger in sight. To avoid the mini panic attack we all have when that happens, try these 13 secret simple tricks to prolong your phone’s battery life. Pretty much all mobile apps send you Push-notifications. Taking advantage of this function eats up a lot of your phone's energy and kills the battery. Instead of using vibration, leave your phone on silent or use the ringtone setting with the volume turned down as low as possible. The minimum option for auto-lock is usually 15-30 seconds, but some models even allow you to set it to 10. It works miracles when it comes to saving battery. Airplane mode does the same. What’s also cool about it is that if you keep it on while your phone’s charging, your battery will get full faster. Letting the battery run all the way down actually damages it. That’s because modern lithium-based batteries are specifically made to be charged in short quick sessions. If that’s what they’re designed for, then we should do it that way. When you choose 4G in the settings, both 4G and 3G radios are switched on, which is why your phone loses charge two times faster. So if you really need to save the battery, turn off 4G or even 3G and go with 2G instead. Batteries produced by other companies usually cost less, but they’re also optimized worse than original ones, and this can harm your device. It's better to pay more once than spend a fortune repairing your phone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This may happen to anybody: you're walking home and suddenly notice that somebody is following you. Your natural reaction – having a panic attack – won’t help, but there are several ways how to protect yourself from being attacked or robbed. Remember, you should stay alert at all times. Any time you're going home, taking a dog for a walk, strolling the streets on your own, stay focused and observant. Glance around and behind yourself every half a minute or so. Try to notice everything out of the ordinary and analyze the situation. And if your instinct or reason tells you that somebody is stalking you, it's time for some actions. In case you’re sure you’re being followed, try to lose them. Cross the street as if you need to do this. If you're lucky, they may even lose you in a crowd, around a building, or behind cars. Check who is following you - confront the danger head-on. What is more, you immediately alert the person who is after you that you're well aware that they are on your tail. Sometimes, it's enough to cause a person to stop. Call your friends or, if you’re in immediate danger, call the police. If your cell phone's battery is dead or you can't use it, enter any establishment on your way, inform them that you're being followed, and ask them to call the police. If you decide to run away, go to areas full of people: first of all, your stalker may lose you among other people; secondly, they will unlikely hurt you or rob in front of others. If the criminal gets ahold of you, be cooperative, listen to the criminal, don't talk, and follow their instructions. If a person threatens you with a knife or a gun, such cooperation will lower the chances that they will harm you. If you understand that you're being attacked, use everything you have at hand to fight off the criminal. Keys, a heavy bag, fingers, fists, a book; you can use anything to protect yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's difficult to start anything from scratch. How about starting to live on our planet from scratch? Imagine that someone reset the Earth! Now there're no technology, buildings, no internet... just nature and us. How would people start over? If all modern comforts vanished in 1 day, would we survive? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The dinosaurs roamed the Earth many years ago but we're still thinking and talking about them! What if the dinosaurs never went extinct and they're just hiding really well? Let's imagine there's a Dino egg right in your backyard! You find it and it hatches... what would you do? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are nails made of? Keratin, which is the same substance your body uses to create hair and the top layer of your skin. Let's imagine that our hands didn't have fingernails at all... People would just walk around without nails and manicure, that's it. Or would there be some consequence for the overall human health? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For some reason, certain people attract insects more than others. Why do mosquitos bite you more than your friend? There're all sorts of myths about what attracts and repels insects. If you find out, what makes you a magnet for insects, this understanding can help you avoid them. Let's see which of the everyday things insects actually find attractive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that the Earth pulsates every 26 seconds? It isn't noticeable as an earthquake and your table doesn't move because of that. But seismologists have been detecting this phenomenon for years. Still, it remains a mystery and the reason for this pulsation is known. But there're some theories I'm gonna unveil to you right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If I ask you to name the richest man in the world, who'd be at the top of your list? Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk? Think about it for a second: if you put all of their money together, it won't be anywhere near the fortune of another person. And I bet you've never even heard about him. Here's his story and how he managed to be the richest person for 700 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the strangest natural phenomenon you've ever seen? How about a massive explosion at the bottom of the ocean? I bet you'd wanna see that one but preferably in a video. This explosion created a volcano 10 times bigger than the Statue of Liberty and it draws from the deepest volcanic magma reservoir known to scientists. Let's take a look at it right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all know about 8 official planets in our Solar System. But what if I tell you there could be one more planet hiding out there right beyond Neptune? Planet Nine is believed to be the size of Mars... Let's get to know some of the most fascinating space facts! Including how many planets scientists have found outside of our Solar System: some of them are dense as iron and others are airy and light. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who hasn't shared some amazing fact with a friend or a teacher, only then finding out that information wasn't true. The world is full of common myths and misconceptions. One of them is about the Bermuda Triangle: we believe that it's a patch of the ocean where pilots and sailors disappear forever. But it turns out, this Triangle doesn't have any more shipwrecks or disappearances than other waterways... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Human body is a fascinating mechanism where every detail matters. In the course of evolution human body becomes more advanced and gets rid of items it no longer needs: like a tail. Several hundred million years ago our ancestors used tails for swimming just like fish. Wouldn't it be cool to have a tail? Let's find out why exactly we lost them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
14 of the most useful culinary tricks that will save your time and boost your culinary skills. Do you want to know how to cook a perfect piece of bacon, prevent a sliced cake from getting stale, and make sure that knife won't slip while you’re using it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One of the Bright Side writers decided to conduct her very own experiment. She has tested firsthand the Internet’s most common tips to lose weight. Get ready for an eye-opener! Please, keep in mind that everybody is different: what works for one person might not work for another, and vice versa! In this video, we want to share our own experience and conclusions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Travel when Flying on a Plane? You’ll get some pretty unexpected and useful insider-knowledge directly from different airline crew members. We'd like to share them with you before you set forth on your next trip!
Each profession has its own tricks of the trade that aren’t usually shared with anyone outside the professional circle. Aviation has always been a fascinating and mysterious line of work, and this makes it even more interesting to learn about all the secrets that we aviation outsiders have no idea about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some people consider the rules of etiquette to be outdated and old-fashioned. However, good manners never go out of style. If you want to be taken seriously, you should know there are things that can ruin your image of a true lady. We at Bright Side have come up with a list of typical etiquette mistakes a lady would never make. Keep them in mind, and you'll always make a great first impression. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are some well-known safety recommendations, such as avoid walking alone in the dark streets, don't let strangers enter your house, or don't sit in a car with an unknown person. How to behave if you have been grabbed by hand? Where to stay in an elevator? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10 effective ways to naturally whiten your teeth without destroying your enamel. Try our DIY remedies for natural teeth whitening in the comfort of your own home! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How can you know which life-saving hacks are actually true? Here’s a list of the 10 most common mistakes that people make while giving first aid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We love oranges for their fruity vitamin nature, but we don’t realize that we make a huge mistake throwing away their peels. It turns out they can be used in so many different ways! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why are plane tickets so expensive? How to buy a cheap flight? How are the airplane tickets prices formed? Experts finally explain that the flight prices are not just whatever the airlines want them to be.
Well, airlines are now letting us in on how they come up with these prices. But knowing the “why” and “how” isn’t gonna help save money. So stick around and we’ll share some strategies to help you fly cheaper. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you sit for 8 hours every day, you’re causing serious damage to your health. A sedentary lifestyle is actually a reason for many health issues. Spinal strain, the risk of cardiovascular diseases, the development of varicose veins, obesity and early aging are just some of the risks you are facing. Fortunately, there are some easy tips and important steps you can take to make it better. Walking and even moving around the office as much as you can, using the stairs instead of the elevator, and taking breaks from work to do some physical exercise all help out. Music: Cha Cappella - Jimmy Fontanez & Media Right Productions Yes you can! - HookSounds licensed under a Creative Commons license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...)
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It’s easy to spot a liar through a text message. We’ve got 11 types of texting behavior that will help you detect lies. People think that it’s much easier to get away with telling lies while texting: the liar doesn’t have to look you in the eye, and you don’t see their facial expression, fear or confusion. They also don’t have to respond quickly, so they can thoroughly plan their deceptive response. And even though all of these advantages are true, it’s still possible to spot a liar through a text message. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do you know about ur planet? Many things seem to have existed forever, and certain well-known people are associated with a specific period of time. But have you ever really sat down and considered the relationship between different events in correlation with each other? You’d be surprised how your perception of time really fools you!
By the way, we’ve hidden 3 tiny light bulbs in this video. Can you find them all? If you’re the first one to find them and write the time they appear in the comments, you will get a mention from us in one of our next videos! Good luck, and let’s begin! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Around 500 years ago the once flourishing Aztec Empire suddenly collapsed. Who or what killed them? Was it the Spaniards? Or perhaps some terrible epidemic? Scientists believe that the latter of the two might have been the culprit, and it looks like they’ve finally found exactly what brought on this civilization-destroying disease. Watch this video to find out how it came about and to learn some interesting facts about the Aztecs that you might not have known. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do we know about women and girls? All of those books on how to understand women have nothing about the biological and social facts of the fairer side of humanity. Bright Side looked far and wide to find some pretty awesome and controversial facts about ladies — and here is what we got. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to understand if you're really healthy? Here's the easiest way to do it: check your stool colors and what learn they mean. As gross as it may sound, the color and shape of your stool can reveal a lot about your health. Any changes you might notice can be a sign of a serious disease. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10 strange facts about ancient people that will amaze you and make you say “WOW!” Have you ever heard about any of them?
As technologies and new research methods develop, we are learning more and more about ancient people and their customs. However, the more we learn about their lives, the more this knowledge shocks us because some of the things our ancient predecessors did seem too bizarre even for the most open-minded person today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I’ll read your palms and tell you what it means and what your hands say about your personality dominant traits. We all like to take personality tests and learn something new about ourselves based on the type of coffee we pick. It turns out it is not just our choices, but also our palms that can tell a lot about us. Experts of the American Academy of Hand Analysis, professional psychologists, reveal the basics of scientific hand analysis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Make your feet smooth with 10 effective home remedies. These secret tips will become your essential beauty routine. It's hard to believe it, but some common household items are perfect for foot care. Banana and honey are effective natural skin moisturizers. Aloe vera is well-known for being a true miracle for the skin. Vegetable oil is rich in vitamins that nourish the skin and promote cell renewal. Baking soda is a powerful exfoliant. Listerine and vinegar work as a great mixture to soak your feet in. You'll be surprised to know that Vicks VapoRub can make your skin soft and moisturized. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stylists revealed 9 tips to help you keep your hair clean and voluminous longer. Follow these easy rules to make your hair beautiful and healthy as ever. Pick the right water temperature and amount of shampoo to wash your hair. Squeeze out a quarter-sized amount of shampoo onto your palms and rub them together. Start by lathering the roots at the top of your head and move down towards your nape. Remember that the longer you have the conditioner on your hair, the better it's absorbed. Another quick and easy trick for healthier hair is to plan out your hairstyles. As crazy as it may sound, nobody should wash their hair every single day. It turns out, it's pretty useless to apply dry shampoo after exercising.
To keep your skin and hair healthy, you have to change your pillowcases at least once a week. If you have oily skin and greasy hair, you’d better do it twice a week. Most heavy hair care products, like masks, balms, and conditioners, are made to be used on the ends of the hair. Scalp masks moisturize the skin on your head, and hydrated skin doesn’t produce excess oil. Hollywood stylist Thomas Taw suggests performing a simple test to find out how damaged your hair really is. Simply pull out a single strand of hair and put it in a glass of clean water. If it floats on the surface, your hair is healthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Knowing what you should do when dealing with the police is really useful. Following some simple rules will keep you out of trouble in an emergency situation. At some point in your life, you’ll have to deal with law enforcement officers, even if you haven't broken any laws. We’ll be answering the most common “What if...” and “Can they...” questions about the police. Remember, when dealing with law enforcement officers, stay calm and respectful at all times, never argue with or touch a police officer, and always state out loud if you do not consent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can you survive falling out of a plane? Such miracles happen extremely rarely. But you can increase your chances to survive even in the situation when it seems that nothing can save you.
What is the maximum height a person can plummet from and survive? Even the fall from the first floor can turn out bad, one from 33,000 feet. However, Yugoslavian flight attendant Vesna Vulovic managed to survive a fall from such height after her plane blew up in the air as a result of a terrorist attack. She got severe injuries but a bit later returned to the aviation working as a flight attendant again as if nothing had happened. The secret here was that due to her traumas she lost the memories of the catastrophe and didn't suffer from PTSD or nightmares. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What’s normal in one country would be considered weird in another. We’ve collected 12 of the most interesting facts about different countries. Some of them will definitely surprise you!
For example, there's a wedding tradition in Germany called “Polterabend”. The night before the wedding, the soon-to-be newlyweds throw an informal get-together where guests often show up with gifts. The peak of this “wedding eve” party is the guests breaking porcelain and sometimes ceramic items, such as flower vases, dishes, and the like. Pretty much everything can be broken, except glass, which they believe symbolizes happiness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to drive a car safely? How to drive a car with an automatic transmission? Safety is everything when it comes to driving. For example, do you know how to drive in winter weather? If you don't feel sure about your driving skills, then watch these 15 secrets from the specialists of defensive driving.
The most important rule for when you’re in a drift is not to brake. We mean than blocked wheels don’t let the driver control the car at all. There are only two ways of dealing with drifts, and they are different for each type of drive.
We're sure that you know these methods, but we still have a few secrets from the specialists of defensive driving to offer you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do all men hide? How can women understand men better? There are many facts about men that statistics don’t tell us. Let’s figure out what is true and what is false and what men hide from others.
There’s an old saying that “Men are from Mars, and women are from Venus.” The two genders don’t understand each other so much that it’s as if they’re from completely different planets! Well, today we’ll be cracking open the hidden truths about the fellas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to get rid of annoying stubborn fat? How to get the body of your dreams in no time? There are 6 different types of body fat based on where on the body it is mainly accumulated. Here are the most effective ways to make fat disappear for every body type. Running or swimming at least 30 minutes every day will help you burn full upper body fat right off. If it seems impossible for you to fit any of those in your busy schedule, try brisk walking. Drink green tea. It’s a great natural fat burner because it’s loaded with antioxidants that can boost metabolism. Plus, if you’re doing some physical exercise, green tea will also enhance its effect. If you don’t eat breakfast to kick start your metabolism in the morning, you’ll feel hungrier, more tired and just groggy throughout the day, which will trick your body into eating more in an attempt to get energy. Find out how many calories you need on a daily basis using an online calorie calculator. It’ll take into account your gender, age, height, weight, level of activity, and your weight-loss goals. Then, you can just divide all the daily calorie intake number by 5 to figure out how many calories each meal should give you. Make sure that you’re getting enough sleep. Sleep deprivation can lead to hormonal imbalances, an increased appetite, and weight gain, which will result in fat being stored mostly in your belly and back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to become succesful? How to make peoplelike you? There are 6 Psychological Habits That Make a Person Poor and Lonely. If you notice that you spend more time being busy with someone else’s business than your own, then it’s a good time to stop and think.
There’s nothing wrong with being a selfless person who’s ready and willing to help others. But when is putting others before ourselves too much? And how does this keep us from fulfilling our own hopes and dreams? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are more than 100 types of kisses out there, and each of them shows different feelings! How do you kiss your partner? Check out what your kisses say about your relationship! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I bet you never thought that banana peels could be good for anything other than slapstick comedy gags. You won't throw away banana peels anymore – you can use it in so many different ways!
The most common thing to do with banana peels is to throw them in the trash. However, there are various miraculous uses for this frequently-overlooked product. The peels can be used in your kitchen as a cleaning product or in your beauty routine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are several nuances which only a small number of people seem to know. Bright Side collected 15 rules which can make your life (and those of others’) more pleasant. Being well-versed in the basics is good and all, but there are lots of nuances that only a small number of people seem to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We will tell you about a ton of super simple and effective homemade fertilizers that will turn your garden into a lush paradise while costing you next to nothing! A lot of people are under the wrong impression that gardening costs a fortune nowadays because chemical fertilizers are so expensive. Would you include yourself in this group? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do blind people see the world? Do blind people see dreams? Most people imagine that what the blind see is complete blackness. But, it’s not that “black-and-white”, so to say. There are different degrees and causes of blindness that affect what blind people can see.
What's functional blindness? When a lot of us think of blindness, we only imagine total blindness. But there is something called functional blindness as well. It means different things in different countries. In the US, normal vision is 20/20, and the higher the second number, the worse the vision. A person with 20/200 vision is considered to have functional blindness, which means they can see at 20 feet what a person with normal eyesight can see at 200 feet. It could also mean the person has a visual field of 20 degrees or less, whereas normal is between 60 and 100 degrees. There are different types of functional blindness with varying levels of severity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Survive an Abduction or Hostage Situation? We all believe we’ll never get into big trouble. However, trouble doesn’t ask us whether we believe in it or not — it just hails, all of a sudden, like thunder. You can’t know when or if you find yourself in a dangerous situation, but there are certain things that you should know just in case. You never know when everything can go wrong, so you should always be prepared to fight for yourself.
It's very hard to keep a cool head in such situations and not to let fear take over. And it's understandable – it's our instincts speaking. The only thing you can think of at that moment is to run as far as you can and don't look back. However, it is one of those situations that reveals your true character. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A perfect smile is considered to be one of the most attractive features a person can have. Unfortunately, there are many things that can harm your teeth, such as smoking, too much caffeine, and irregular dental care. These seemingly innocent daily habits can actually cause problems such as dental plaque.
You may think: "Why would I waste my time on getting rid of the plaque on my teeth? It doesn't bother me." But, in fact, it's a must if you want your teeth to be healthy. The thing is the process of plaque removal will help you to prevent cavities that otherwise may damage your teeth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The life of real princesses is not as easy as it may seem. Here is a list of rules that princesses (as an example, we've taken Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge) must follow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to survive a really dangerous situation? How to save your life and help others? If you ever find yourself in a critical situation, it's better to know what you should do and what mistakes you should avoid. These 14 survival hacks might save your life one day. If you ever find yourself in the open sea, here’s what you have to know. There is food in the ocean, but you will have to hunt after it. To get water, make a distiller. It consists of 2 containers (large and small) and a piece of polyethylene. Use some of your clothes to cover your head and eyes from the Sun. If you are trapped under a building, the air becomes your most valuable resource. Screaming will make your panic even worse, fasten your breathing and the heartbeat, and speed the airflow. You don’t want to lose any extra oxygen. Take off your shirt or T-shirt and tie it around your head. It will protect you from suffocation when dust and dirt get in your face. To scare off a wild beast, make as much noise as possible and get aggressive. Shout, howl, talk loudly and slowly step back. An animal who has rabies will leave a wound that will bleed for a long time; then it will turn red and swell. Then you will feel a strong itching, get a fever and feel very annoyed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former FBI agent Dr. Jack Schafer revealed top 10 tricks to become 200% attractive. These secret tips will change your life forever. Follow these easy successful techniques to find a common language with anyone anytime. In informal communication, the inclination of the head to the side is a sign of trust. Eyebrows give a certain signals to your opponent as well. When the brain recognizes a sincere smile, it makes you smile back and starts producing endorphins that help feel a little more joy. Never hesitate to ask a person for a small favor, for example give advice or help to choose something. Whispering is perceived as an intimate form of communication. People love when something that was achieved by working hard is noticed in them. Your opponent's gestures at this moment reflect emotions, feelings, and sympathies. There's nothing a good movie can't teach you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scientists finally revealed 8 traits men are physically attracted to. These easy secret tips will make you irresistible in their eyes. It's really not that hard to pump up your attractiveness. Just take care of your health, don't be afraid to be yourself, and use the tricks on this list to stand out of the crowd. A warm smile is an undeniably attractive feature to men. A person with big eyes seems happier and more appealing. Your lipstick makes a difference, as well. Red lips and red dress are a guarantee of success. And of course, your confidence and personality will attract people. You’ll definitely grab everyone’s attention in every room you walk into. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some of the greatest inventions we use every day were created by accident. From the microwave to ice-cream cones, the accidental inventions on this list completely changed our way of life. Sometimes things don’t go according to plan. But every now and then, it’s for the better! American chemist Roy J. Plunkett was doing research for the company Dupont to make fridges safer and invented a strange substance that was non-reactive, non-stick, and resistant to extreme temperatures. We all know it as Teflon. John Pemberton was a pharmacist trying to find a way to get rid of headaches. He came up with a simple recipe consisting of two ingredients: coca leaves and cola nuts combined into a syrup. It was later mixed with soda by accident and became a huge hit. Dr. Spencer Silver, a chemist for 3M Company, was trying to create a super strong adhesive but what he got instead was a “low-tack” yet high-quality adhesive only strong enough to hold up a piece of paper but durable enough to be relocated multiple times without losing its stick. We all know and love it as Post-it notes today. The first antidepressant was discovered in 1957 and was supposed to be a cure for tuberculosis. Wilhelm Roentgen unintentionally put his hand in front of an electron-beam tube back in 1895 and noticed that the radiation passed through solid objects and body parts leaving a shadow. And now we have x-ray imaging! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here is a list of qualities all successful people have. The good news is that you can develop them in yourself following these simple success rules. Successful people are so easy to pick out of a crowd. There’s just something special that sets them apart. Everyone is stronger when they’ve got the support of a good team. Cooperation allows you to look at a problem from different perspectives and through other people's eyes. It's hard to have a productive day when you only wake up at 11 a.m. Big projects require lots and lots of time and effort, you can’t just get them done in whatever time you have available. Successful people love trying new things and don't get down in the dumps because of change. Truly successful people don’t let petty jealousy into their lives. You can't sit around doing nothing and think that one day you'll just randomly get lucky and all your dreams will come true. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Millionaires revealed the secrets of becoming rich. Follow these simple rules that guarantee success. You won’t believe how fast these tips actually work. Start with setting specific financial goals. Make sure what you’re doing on a daily basis is moving you closer to your goal. If it’s not, think of what you can change. Become an expert at whatever you want to do by following “the rule of 100”. It could be 100 speeches, 100 articles, 100 workouts and even 100 cakes if you like to bake. See money as something you can earn and build up, not something that keeps you down and crushes all your dreams. Expand your professional network: talk to people and keep their contact info. You never know where a new job might come from when you need it. Wait for that cool gadget to go on sale or compare prices at different retailers. Remember that by using a credit card, you’re essentially spending money you don’t actually have. Follow the millionaires’ advice and live below your means. Don’t spend all your money on luxury houses, cars and watches. And you don’t need to rush off and buy the newest smartphone model if your phone is working just fine. Millionaires don’t earn money just by spending time at work; they get their money to work for them. People around you influence your life and mindset, so surround yourself with successful people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Top 10 books you won't be able to put down. Bright Side has brought you a list of 10 of the most extraordinary must-read books that will definitely change your life! Ready, set, read!
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How to improve your vision at home? How to say goodbye to your glasses without expensive surgery? Here’s a list of 5 effective home remedies that will help you improve your vision naturally and boost your eyes. These remedies you most likely have at home have proven their effectiveness over centuries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bright Side analyzed the most popular doodle patterns and their true meanings. We all do it while talking to someone on the phone or during a meeting. We all pay no attention to what’s going on. Just kidding. We all doodle. It turns out those little masterpieces are more than a product of unconscious drawing. They can actually tell a lot about their creator’s personality.
First of all, it is important to note that not only what you draw tells a lot about you, but also where you do it. If your doodles occupy most of the page, it means you are a nature-lover and not exactly an outgoing person, but you want communication in reasonable amounts. Little doodles in the corner of the page indicate that their author likes order and discipline. The same is true for those who use the margin area as their canvas. They like it when everything is in its place. What if your doodles are right in the middle of that paper which was supposed to be for work? You are an extrovert seeking the attention of others. We can even guess your job: you must be a lawyer, a teacher or an official. Did we guess it right? Comment in the section below if it is true for you. Your job puts you in the limelight, but sometimes you would not mind some extra personal space. Are your doodles spread on top of the page? You must be a self-confident person with many ideas for the future. Most people tend to doodle on the left side of the page. It means the person has some sweet nostalgic memories of the good old days. Doodling on the right side is not that common. Left-handers do it for obvious natural reasons. As for right-handers who do that – it most likely shows they have an urge to express themselves or share some deep personal thoughts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your body sends you cries for help when something isn't working the way it should. Here’s a list of 10 signs which indicate that your kidneys aren’t working properly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We’ve all heard of the Yeti, but only a few people in the world claim to have seen one. What is this human-like monster? Is it dangerous to us? And, for that matter, does it even exist at all?
Bright Side has summed up results from the latest research on the nature of the Yeti. Are you ready for the truth to be unveiled right before your eyes? For thousands of years, people have been searching for the Yeti, for any proof of its existence, and for the origins of this creature. If you’re a Yeti fan yourself, you’re not going to love for what we have to tell you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10 things that we should never do for our children. Sometimes parents help their children too much: take these things into account, and your children will thank you.
I know it’s hard to step back and let your children do things for themselves because your parental instinct just wants to coddle them as long as you can. But are you doing more harm than good?.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hormones have an influence on how your brain works, can increase or decrease your energy level, control your emotions and mood, and even fat storage. Let's see how they work! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are those scary metallic sounds from space? Do aliens send signals to us? Scientists may finally have been discovered the source of the strange sound from space. We’ve learned a lot about the universe, but there’s still so much we don’t know. One mystery in particular has been tormenting the minds of scientists for years. In 2007, researchers caught some weird radio signals coming from a place billions of light-years away.These signals weren’t the first radio signals scientists ever heard coming from deep space. They’re something known as fast radio bursts (FRBs) and can be described as short pulses of radio flashes arriving from the galactic outskirts of the universe. These bursts, whose exact sources are completely unknown to us, last a tiny fraction of a second and usually appear alone. Researchers at the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics suppose that the source of these FRBs could be a gigantic transmitter twice the size of Earth powered by sunlight. The second theory states that strong extragalactic beeps seem to be arriving from a massive black hole or an unprecedentedly powerful neutron star located more than 3 billion light-years from our planet in a potent interstellar nebula. Jason Hessels, associate professor of the University of Amsterdam, and his team of researchers believe that the source of the bursts could be a rotating neutron star whose home is a place with a harsh magnetic environment, for example, a black hole that’s sucking in dust and gas and, therefore, still growing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to understand which foods you like perhaps too much just by looking at your face? Before you eat another cookie or drink another glass of wine, think about how it will reflect on your looks. "You are what you eat," - they say. You have probably heard this expression many times. But do you take it into consideration when you choose what to cook for lunch or what to drink with your dinner? Before you eat another cookie or drink another glass of wine, think about how it will reflect on your looks. Because it will. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to make a journey by plane comfortable? What to wear on a plane and what to avoid? Here's 10 tips from flight attendants and travelers about things not to wear on a plane.
Whether you’re choosing an outfit for a short or a long-distance flight, it’s important that you feel comfortable while staying out of trouble at the same time. Watch it and figure out which clothes can put your journey to a halt right at the plane’s door!
Remember, you can totally make comfort look stylish! For example, a maxi dress paired with a denim jacket will look very fashionable, while simultaneously providing all the comfort you need. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One of the Bright Side writers decided to adjust his daily routine to leave only 2-4 hours for sleep! Do you ever think about how cool it would be if there were more hours in a day?
You would easily have time for everything: work, hobbies, friends, and family or just lazing around doing nothing at all. But enough dreaming, let's get back to reality. The only way to make it happen is by sleeping less, but would that actually work without turning you into a tired grouch? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to get rid of acne scars and spots? One of the best after acne treatment: it removes acne scars and spots in just 3 days. All the ingredients are natural and very cheap! Getting rid of acne is quite hard on its own, but when you feel like you finally did it, here's another problem – post acne scars and dark spots. We at Bright Side found eight simple and effective ways to remove all these unwanted spots. So, let's get right to the bottom of it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bright Side found 19 of the most extraordinary things people in various countries aren’t allowed to do according to the law.
We don’t know much about laws if other countries, but that topic is usually pretty boring. But not this time! Why can’t you save a drowning person in China? Where can’t you pay only with change? What happens to a man in Samoa if he forgets about his wife’s birthday?!.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Survive Natural Disasters. Here’s a list of survival tips that can save your life in an emergency. We live in a time when natural disasters occur more and more often and get more and more devastating. Many of us believe we should blame the human race for that. Whether it’s true or not, we all want to know how to survive when those disasters happen.
Some rules are universal for most natural disasters. A national campaign called Ready was started in the United States to inform the population about how to get ready for and survive in different emergency situations. It recommends having a basic survival kit to provide you with the most important things just in case. Remember you will need to have enough food, water, and other supplies for at least 72 hours after the disaster. “Other supplies” include a battery powered weather radio, flashlight, first aid kit, a whistle, a dust mask, personal sanitation items (such as moist towelettes), pliers, can opener for food, maps of your area and an emergency cell phone with backup batteries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some genius inventions were created by chance, and some were meant for absolutely different purposes but were given a new life. Perhaps you believe that umbrellas have been invented to hide from the rain? If so, you will be so surprised while watching this video! We have found a few things that were used very differently in the past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The color you give more preference to in your wardrobe surprisingly reveals a lot about your personality. Emmy Award-winning stylist and author of the book “Color Your Style” David Zyla shares the secrets behind your outfit choices. The color black is perceived by others as an indicator of prestige, power, seriousness, and intelligence. Brown’s earthy tone is the color of reliability, strength, and stability. Blue is the best choice for an interview because it speaks of confidence and dependability. Green is the color of nature, which gives us the same feeling of peace and tranquility. Any bright shades of red easily draw attention to the person wearing them. The color yellow boosts serotonin production in the brain, speeds up metabolism, and instantly lifts your mood. White is the symbol of freedom, purity, innocence, and simplicity. Soft pink is considered calm, loving, and womanly. As stylists like to say, gray is the color of balance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wisdom teeth come out between the ages of 12 to 25, and some doctors recommend having them removed. But is it necessary? Do we really need to get our wisdom teeth pulled? In some cases, there is absolutely no need to remove your wisdom teeth. If they don’t interfere with the normal functioning of neighboring teeth, it means that your mouth is big enough to accommodate all four of your wisdom teeth. The same is true if they’re straight and not at an angle to their neighbors, which can create hard-to-reach places for bacteria to grow. If there isn't enough space in the mouth and all adjacent teeth are already snug as it is, the erupting wisdom tooth brings the risk of damaging the nearby teeth. In this case, it’ll cause pain in your whole mouth and problems with chewing! Poor oral hygiene because of stuck food in wisdom teeth that didn’t’ fully come in can cause a large buildup of bacteria, which can lead to even more problems like oral cavity diseases. Most dentists agree that the younger you are when you have your wisdom teeth removed, the better. After you turn 25, all the bone tissues have formed completely. This means that the teeth are more difficult to remove, and the surrounding tissues heal more slowly. After you’ve had your wisdom teeth removed, the best post-op diet for you is milkshakes and ice cream. These foods are soft and cold, which is good because it soothes the pain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here's the simple secret on how to look much younger. You have all the ingredients you need at home: keep your skin looking young and healthy with these natural home remedies! Bright Side has found a solution for you, 10 solutions to be exact. Here’s a list of 10 DIY beauty treatments to reverse the hands of time.
You can find hundreds of anti-aging beauty products at any grocery store and even more of them online. Their manufacturers guarantee masks, cleansers, and creams that are “100% natural”, “super-effective” and even “magical”. But can you really trust them? When manufacturers produce goods in mass quantities, it makes sense that they want to turn a profit. So, they add preservatives and chemicals that take down production cost but also make these products not exactly 100% natural. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tantrums are very common in kids aged 1 to 4. More than half of kids let their frustration out at least once a week, or more often. Why do they do it? By the time they turn 3 or 4, kids have much better language skills than babies, of course, but their vocabulary is still not advanced enough to describe everything they feel. So what can you do to prevent your kids from going crazy now and then? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We have no doubts there are real heroes among men who make girls' hearts beat faster. The secret lies in a few simple gestures that can change you from "just another guy" into "Prince Charming." Just remember not to overdo it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We’ve put together this guide to face masks that will make your face look young, beautiful and well cared for. Building your perfect skin-care routine can be very easy! Women all over the world are basically in an endless search for products and procedures that will make their skin look beautiful. Who doesn't want to have that healthy glow, right? Of course, it's important to have a good menu full of vitamins, but there are some face care tips, that can help you achieve the perfect skin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to save up money easily for a house or for a new car? Learn a genius hack on how to save more money each month. As a bonus, we'll tell teach you how to safely hide your cash.
"If only I could stop spending money on stuff I don’t need, I would buy so many useful things!" Have you ever thought this? Then this video is just for you. RULE 1: Subtract the last digit from each number to get a zero at the end. It’s easier to “zero out” cash into a piggy bank, and you may use a savings account or any other bank account to transfer the money from your card. RULE 2: Save everything that’s left over before payday — "zero out" one more time at the end of the month. For instance, you still have $300 in cash and $1,000 in the bank — just move it to your savings account. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Lose Belly Fat Fats? The real monster is the fat in the abdominal cavity, also known as belly fat. Not only does it bring you health problems, but also it is one of the most difficult types of fat to get rid of. However, you can get rid of it in just a single night.
Each of us has some belly fat, even people who have flat tummies. That is normal, but too much of it can affect your health stronger than other types of fat. Being overweight does not always mean being unhealthy. There are many great examples of overweight people who have excellent health. On the contrary, there is the same amount of examples of people who are skinny but face some metabolic issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Almost all of us are ready to spend a bunch of money or follow any advice to make our hair healthy and shiny. Let’s bust the most popular hair care right now!
Some say, ‘Don’t wash it every day or it will get greasy faster.’ When you try it, you still have oily hair the very next day. The others say, ‘You need to use mayo for the hair volume.’ But no matter how many jars you have put on your head, the hair is still flat as it used to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There is an opinion that people treat you exactly the way you let them, and this is largely true. Listen till the end to learn how to make people always respect you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We think we know everything about our home planet, but we couldn’t be more wrong. Scientists have already discovered a lot about the Universe, but they believe there is still much more to learn about our planet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What could hugs tell you about your relationship and your true personality? Not every man can easily express his feelings verbally, but body language can help.
Hugging is the simplest form of displaying affection. Not only do we greet each other with hugs, but also it is a gesture to convey that we care. It is the perfect inter thing between holding hands and kissing. Even if you are not the most sensitive person, a warm hug can make you feel nice. If you think every hug is the same, sorry, but you are wrong. There are so many different types of hugs, and you had better know all of their differences. We can tell you which hug means what. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How can Spider man walk on walls? In the comics this character can climb or stick to any surface - just like an insect. What if you could walk up walls and across ceilings just like a spider? To climb mountains you need special footwear. To go up a building you need stairs or an elevator. But what would our lives be like if we could just walk up any building like we walk down the street? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if Armageddon happened in real life? What would the end of the world look like? Would you wanna see it with your own eyes? Probably not, better explore the possible scenarios on screen. What if a huge meteor stroke Earth? Or the sun would turn into a red giant? Maybe the Earth could collide with another planet? Let's take a look at these 7 ways you could take a planet down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What happens to your body if you hang upside down for too long? How about living in an upside-down world? Could humans live upside down just like bats? The world would resemble a huge solid rock, as otherwise, it would break from extreme tension. Let's imagine a large-scale experiment taking place that would allow you to try live with your head down and your legs - up. Wouldn't it be cool to participate in it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We've all wondered why there's so much air in a bag of chips, but what about your soda bottle? Did you ever notice soda bottles are never filled to the top? There's a simple reason for so many details on common objects we all missed. Here are everyday items with a hidden purpose or important detail we all missed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Airports are so fascinating: they're that starting and the final point of so many adventures and interesting journeys. But have you ever paid attention to the location of airports? Why are so many of them built near some bodies of water? You can find lots of airports located next to the sea. Is there any particular reason for that? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3D Printing technology allows us to print toys, furniture, moulds for making jewelry and much more. It creates three-dimensional objects from a solid digital file. Does it mean that potentially we could print out anything we want on a 3D printer? Like a real car, a bed to sleep on, or even a house? Let's imagine what'd happen if we could print out the whole world on a 3D printer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why can't you smile on your ID photos? Why do passports never come in orange or purple? Why do most people hate the sound of their own voice? Let's explain these 14 simple 'whys' about the world I bet you've asked yourself or googled at least once... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every family has its secrets and the British Royal Family is no exception. But it's one of the most popular families in the world and their secrets end up known by everyone. The same goes for secret plans and protocols - they end up being open to public. One of such protocols is for when the Queen passes: it's called operation 'London Bridge' and includes step-by-step actions... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
High IQ is often associated with perfectionism and great memory. But psychologists say it's not always so. There're numerous signs of smart people that aren't obvious at all. For example, handwriting. Messy handwriting might indicate that's a note of a genius! Let's take a look at other surprising signs you're smarter than you thought! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey! Every wondered what large pupils mean? If your pupils are larger than normal even in good lighting, it could be one of those signs you're smarter than average! Here's a new round of amazing body facts from Bright Side! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You can never predict what strange situations life's preparing for you in the future. Imagine being stuck all alone in the middle of the Sahara Desert for 2 days! Just you and endless piles of sand, no water, no means of transportation. Is there a chance to survive? Here's what you need to know to survive 48 hours in a desert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to defend a dog attack? What should you do if you're attacked by a dog? Should you run or fight? There is the only one way to survive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Planes are the fastest means of transportation nowadays. Modern planes are safe and convenient. But still, there're some places on board the plane you'd better avoid touching or putting your belongings in. One of them is a seat-back pocket. Let's see why it's happens to be one of the dirtiest places on a plane... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to give thin hair more volume? How to keep your hair clean? You feel disappointed when your hair gets dirty too soon, and you have to to wash it more often. Here are some great ideas to help you wake up with clean and gorgeous hair! Regular tap water can be too hard, affecting your hair’s style. Nourishing products for thin and brittle hair can make it heavier and dirtier if they are misused. When we brush our hair too often or touch it all the time, it leads to the follicles working more actively. As a result, our hair gets dirty faster. 300°F to 350°F (150°С to 180°С) is the perfect temperature for styling. Peeling helps to remove dead cells and stubborn dirt. It also strengthens the follicles and stimulates hair growth. Cold and heat make your skin produce sebum as a method of protection. As a result, your hair roots become greasy. The ends, on the contrary, become too dry and brittle. Remember that you need to take care of your hair in every season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to understand men better? Do men care about their diets? Is it true that they worry about their relationships? Is it even possible that men can have secrets? Men try to look as “brutal”, strong and decisive as can be, yet they also have their concerns, worries, and secret fears. Let’s take a look at 12 things that actually worry most men no matter how strongly they might deny it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apollo 11 was one of the most crucial missions in human history. Three brilliant astronauts were the first people to land on the Moon and walk on the lunar surface. It was a real breakthrough but when the crew returned back home, they were met with quarantine and isolation. Why did it happen? Could they carry some sort of "moon bugs"?
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What Would Happen If You Swallow Chewing Gum? Does chewing gum get stuck in your throat or stomach? Or in your intestines?
To understand the phenomenon of the chewing gum better, let us start with its history. It has, in fact, been around since ancient times! It turns out people in Northern European have been chewing on birch bark, great-grandmother of chewing gum, 9,000 years ago. It gave them pleasure and helped to relieve toothaches. Something chewing gum like was called chicle, and the ancient Maya and Aztecs just loved it. However, only children and single women could chew it in public, while men secretly used it to clean their teeth. Now that’s interesting. Today we no longer have to hide it, but who knows, if it’s a bad or a good thing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you have a plan, life can be so eventful! There are certain things that you definitely must do before you turn 30 – they can help you feel that you’re truly making the best of your time! Lucky you – we found a list of such things. You don’t need superpowers to do them, and they can enrich your life with unforgettable experiences. So, what are you waiting for? Let’s start crossing them off the list! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you sure you are following the hygiene rules the proper way? You will be surprised to know you are most likely doing them wrong! Here are the most common self-care mistakes. Pay attention, unless you want to do harm to your good looks or even health! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to protect your child from kidnapping? Essential safety skills for kids: 10 important rules every child should know and follow.
It is absolutely unacceptable to take food, toys or any other things from strangers. You have to teach your child that they can only occasionally take something from your neighbors who you know very well but nobody else. There is no such thing as a free lunch, and your child must know this from a very early age. Children must know that their parents are people who they can trust and if anything bad happens, they can come to them for help. If you find out that your child is threatened on the Internet, you should tell your child that there is no way the bad guys can get to him. After that call the helpline and explain the situation. The will take the necessary measures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What you say gives others an impression of who you are. Some phrases are great ice-breakers, others make you sound smart. But some phrases make you sound unprofessional or naive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why is human body so complex? It resembles a wonder machine, where every process has a meaning and purpose. Human evolution is still occurring, but we can now analyze it in retrospect. Take a look at human nose. Why do we have two nostrils? Why do we cry? How many new cells are produced every day? Here're 43 facts about human body that make us humans seem unearthly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you ready to become parents? Having a baby is a huge and important step for every couple. When we see our friends' adorable kids or play with our nephews and nieces, it may seem like having a baby is all fun and games. However, there's another side to the parent's life that no one sees. Are you sure that you're ready to overcome all the difficulties of it? We believe that you can’t predict everything, but there are a couple of signals that may show whether you're ready to take such a life-changing role or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you want to understand your dog better? Did you know that most of the dogs don't like when you pat their heads? Here are 12 of these annoying habits that your beloved pets don’t like at all. When you get a dog, your life becomes way more fun. Now you have a best friend, who's waiting for you to come home every evening and lightens up your mood. No matter the circumstances every dog unconditionally loves his or her owner, but there are quite a few ways you can get your dogs mad without even realizing it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Titanic was said to be unsinkable but we all know the end of the story. What we still don't know for sure are the details of that wreckage. Did the legendary ship just smash into an iceberg or some mysterious force directed its destination? There's a theory that an ancient mummy had something to do with it! Let's explore how it was possible... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hair fashion changes like the weather: shoulder bobs, braids, waist-long hair extensions, short layers, or super straight cuts. We can hardly predict what you can expect next month, not to say next year. However, we all want our hair to grow as fast as possible! Here are the five most effective ways to grow hair in just two weeks. Gives me a thumbs-up in a case you are going to try at least one of these simple techniques! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is your cat just tired, or does it have a fever? Has your dog been drinking more water than usual? Can that be a sign of something dangerous? If you notice any of the following warning signs, take your pet to the vet urgently!
We love our pets. They are our family. They wake you up in the morning asking you to feed them or take them for a walk. They miss you when you go to work, and they are extremely happy to see you coming back home. We get used to them very much and learn their behaviors quickly. The difference between pets and the rest of the family is that animals can’t complain when they are sick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is it even possible to survive such a fall?! How to survive in a free falling elevator? Today, we will answer these questions and shares some recommendations from scientists and engineers about what you should and shouldn’t do if you find yourself in a falling elevator.
Free falling trapped in a small metal box sounds terrifying. Even the thought of such a grim situation gives us the chills. And you have probably wondered what you would do if the elevator cable suddenly snapped. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
30 incredible facts about the human body that will deeply impress you. We bet you’ve never heard about half of them! We tend to think that we know our bodies perfectly. We are aware of how they work and what kinds of processes occur in them every second. In fact, the human body is one complex and mysterious mechanism that sometimes confuses even the most qualified specialists — doctors and scientists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to know if your relationship is toxic? Society has taught us to depend emotionally on our partner, but, in fact, a stable relationship is about giving space and respecting each other. You must understand that jealousy is not a sign of love. Well, love is blind, and we often ignore the signs that our relationship is becoming harmful. If you identify with all of the following warning signs, it’s time to rethink your relationship and, probably, start another one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are so many ways to make our everyday kitchen chores more manageable. And we bet that you haven’t even heard about half of them!
Did you know, for example, that warming Choco Pies in a microwave makes it twice as big and three times as tasty? Or that to cut onions without tears, you should sprinkle the board with lemon juice before you start cutting? Or that the easiest way to make chocolate chips is to use a potato peeler? Today, Bright Side offers you a selection of tips on how to say goodbye to many of your tricky chores! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to lose weight and keep it off? According to statistics, the average person attempts to lose weight at least four times a year. But only 1 out of every 100 people lose weight for good and can proudly share their weight loss success stories. We at Bright Side want you to be one of those people, so we decided to reveal these secrets to help you suffer less and reach your goal much more easily.
Dr. Roger Gould, one of the most well-known experts on emotional eating, assures us that our emotions, not a lack of willpower, prevent us from losing weight permanently. Therefore it’s important you know about these secrets before starting your battle with weight loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to get a flat stomach? We all want to have it, but do you know that abdominal fat is the most difficult to deal with? You work out, you try to adopt healthy diet habits, but you don’t see visible results in the mirror. Stubborn belly fat is still there, and it seems that it doesn’t plan to go anywhere. If this sounds familiar to you, we at Bright Side want you to know more about the foods that stand in the way of the perfect belly you’ve always wanted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How often do you make unnecessary purchases in a supermarket? We bet the answer is “every day.” However, you’re usually forced to buy useless things with a whole set of tricks. Here are the most common traps marketing experts use to boost sales and get as much of your money as possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When we get married, we get offered a lot of advice and ideas about rules that supposedly determine how to lead a happy family life: what to do, when and how to do it, and what you definitely shouldn’t do. But maybe it’s a better idea just to ignore all of this and not get caught up in overanalyzing everything? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today, we here at Bright Side have gathered together some of the most interesting psychological facts that will not only give you a meaningful perspective on how you see the world, but they will also help you to reach out and understand the people around you better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to change your child's behavior? Can you correct some bad habits in children? You may try to convince others that your child is the most well-mannered little person in the world. But if you make mistakes in their upbringing, they’ll be noticeable in certain situations. You should understand that the problem is not with your child; you should change your attitude first. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What to eat to grow taller? It’s believed that all of us keep growing tall up to 26 years old. Nevertheless, this process is purely individual. Some people stop growing at 16 to 18 years old, but some continue till 25. Three critical factors affect the growth: hormonal regulation, healthy bones, and good food. Make sure to watch the video till the end – we are going to reveal some secret factors that slow down growth. You have to take them very seriously! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to behave on a plane? Many people consider this mean of transport very uncomfortable. There are reasons for this as some bizarre things happen to the human body while traveling by plane. Bad breath, sudden toothache, constipation, let alone you become nervous. Here're 10 tips on how to make your flight more comfortable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to keep your children safe? Bumps and bruises are an inescapable part of childhood, but a light injury is only one step away from a fracture. To protect your kids, follow the principles of child safety. Keep in mind that the most important rules you need to follow are about behavior in the car as it’s the most dangerous mean of transport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How we’d all love the excess inches on our waist to go away all by themselves... But wait! Don’t fret — it’s entirely possible! Bright Side has found several alternative ways to lose those extra pounds without going to the gym or dieting like crazy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Going to a cafe or store, we usually have an idea of what we’re going to buy there. However, we often make purchases on a whim that we can’t later explain even to ourselves. Have you ever been in a situation like this? Have you ever spent much more than you planned? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A plane in the eyes of flight attendants and a plane in the eyes of passengers are two completely different worlds. We often have no idea about some secrets that the crew is hiding. Here are ten tips from flight attendants on how to get the maximum comfort in a plane. Pay attention to fact number 10: doing this, you actually insult air hostesses! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Raise Kids. Some parents can’t stop worrying that they’re gonna mess it up or that their kid’s gonna have it tough. According to some statistics, though, most parents are confident in their skills. However, parents often teach their kids the wrong lessons that influence them in the worst way. We’ve checked with the best psychologists to come up with a list of 8 bad lessons a lot of parents unknowingly teach their kids. We’ve also provided some healthy alternatives that’ll help you raise your kids to become strong, confident, and self-sufficient adults. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Restaurant owners care not only about your coming to their place again but also about you ordering dishes they want you to. Have you ever heard about aroma marketing? Well, this method actually works wonders. Here're the usual tricks that restaurant managers use to make you spend more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How To Understand People Better? Every human being is a unique universe. However, psychologists keep discovering new behavioral patterns that are believed to be rooted in our childhood and can be applied to everyone.
Do you want to learn how to make people respect you and listen to you? Check out these useful psychology tricks – they might affect your communication skills positively and make your life easier in some way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Few would think you can do such a simple thing as taking a shower incorrectly. In fact, there are some simple rules you need to follow to keep your skin healthy. Did you know, for example, that you should change sponges and loofahs once every four weeks? Yep, using the same sponge for a long time increases your health risks, since wet sponges and loofahs are perfect for bacteria and mold growth.
So, today, we'll tell you about five common mistakes almost all of us make every day when showering. All of them are important, but you need to pay special attention to a towel you usually use. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People all over the world love coffee for its taste and invigorating qualities. But this drink has other more unusual applications. Did you know, for example, that coffee can help you get rid of cellulite and excess oil on your face quickly? So, today Bright Side presents you with a collection of effective recipes for using coffee (and even leftover coffee grounds) as a youth and beauty remedy that can help against a variety of unpleasant conditions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to eat and lose weight? How to stay slim without diets or gym? There are foods you can eat without risk of gaining weight. Let’s be honest; it’s hard to resist cravings for tasty food when you’re on a strict diet. You feel hungry all the time, and when you open the fridge, it’s almost impossible to fight the temptation to grab something unhealthy! However, there are foods you can eat without risk of gaining weight. Can you imagine eating popcorn at any time and in any quantity?! To figure out how that’s possible, watch our list of foods that will never make you fat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to make people like you? How to understand people and your own behavior? Sometimes we do something weird and then think, ‘What was the logic of my behavior?’ In fact, there’s always some logic, but most often it hides in certain peculiarities of your mind. We’re going to tell you about ten psychological effects that affect you almost every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every single day, people all around the world get divorced or visit a psychologist to recover after a hard break up. Why is it like this? Why is it so difficult to keep a relationship strong and healthy? Why do we fail at love so often, despite trying so hard? Let’s look at 11 important reasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Almonds have been popular in the diets of ancient Indians and Egyptians. This nut is a very healthy snack as it contains many minerals and vitamins that you need: they are rich in magnesium, vitamin B, protein, and amino acids.
Today Bright Side would like to tell you of 7 positive changes that occur if you eat these nuts every day. All you need to do is just eat four almonds a day, and your body will transform in an amazing way in almost no time! Did you know that almonds can even prevent some types of cancer? Watch till the end to see how. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why you can’t lose weight. You haven’t eaten fast food and candy for a long time, you exercise regularly, and you try hard to lose weight...but those extra pounds seem to just hang on. In fact, most people just don’t realize that their usual morning rituals can prevent them from getting the body of their dreams.
The Bright Side team has collected 5 morning habits that you should give up right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The useful properties of chicken eggs have been questioned repeatedly. People slandered eggs which have now been proven to be unique in many ways. It turned out that 2-3 eggs are the optimal daily dose. Here are the results of recent studies on the most incredible benefits of chicken eggs for our bodies. Don’t like the plain taste of eggs? We prepared a little surprise for you as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How often do you make unnecessary purchases in a supermarket? We bet the answer is “every day.” However, you’re usually forced to buy useless things with a whole set of tricks. Here are the most common traps marketing experts use to boost sales and get as much of your money as possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to find out if you married the right person? No one is perfect in this world, but when we fall in love, we think we’ve found the ideal partner who embodies all that is good, beautiful, and true. However, after some time, we start having doubts as to whether we’ve chosen the right person.
Is this situation familiar to you? Then watch our short list of important signs you’re married to the perfect spouse. The main signs are the top three – take a note of them.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes kids’ questions leave us wondering whether to laugh or cry. But for the child, it’s important to learn the answer – they don’t want to be ignored, lied to, or laughed at. Today, we’ve got the right answers to the questions that usually stump every parent. Don’t miss our bonus at the end – it will help you understand your kids better, no matter how old they are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Clothing stores often use tricks to make us spend more. Do you want to know what manufacturers and retailers of clothes hide from you? Watch the video to understand the reason why you should forget the word “sale” forever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the benefits of drinking lemon water? We at Bright Side are big fans of this little yellow fruit — so unassuming, yet with so many unexpected uses. Not long ago we reported on what happened when we drank water with warm honey and lemon every day for a year — and the results were fascinating. As if you needed any more convincing that starting your day with a glass of warm water and lemon was the way to go, we have compiled this ultimate list of health and beauty benefits that can be derived from lemon water. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Although some think mothers play the most important role in a child’s life and upbringing, there are things that a father will certainly do better. Especially when it comes to a son. Just think: First, the boy comes under the supervision of kindergarten teachers, and then he goes to a school where women constitute 90% of teachers. He is always in the company of women, and he often lacks male education. You should know that there are eight things that only a father can give his child. The last lesson, number 8, is the most valuable on this list as it helps kids learn how to stay happy no matter what happens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Being a parent is awesome! Those of us who have children know that it takes a lot of time and effort to ensure that they grow up well mannered, educated, and adapted to life. Here are the most common child behavior problems – do not ignore even a single one! Otherwise, it’ll cause serious consequences for your kids and your relationship with them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you’ve ever been to a gym, you’ve surely seen some painful characters who don’t follow proper gym etiquette and make you wish you stayed home. We at Bright Side have listed the 8 rules you should be following to make the gym experience much more pleasant for yourself and your fellow gym goers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to survive a wild animal attack? How to survive in the wild? There are many rules out there explaining how to behave in emergency situations. But are all of them really that effective? We at Bright Side have found out that some of those survival tips are actually myths that are not only useless but also potentially dangerous. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What can you eat without getting fat? Everyone’s cherished dream is to eat anything at any time and still not gain weight. Is this possible?! Actually, there are foods you can eat without limitations even if you’re crazy about keeping your figure. Sounds too good to be true! These foods are rich in fiber while being low calorie, satiating you without the risk of gaining weight. Lucky you – today, we’ve compiled a list of such foods!
And forget the myth that you’ll gain weight if you eat after 6pm. It’s completely wrong! In fact, if you want to stay slim, it’s best to have dinner 3-4 hours before bed. So if you go to bed at 11 p.m., you can calmly eat at 7 p.m. It won’t hurt your figure at all! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We’ve learned lots of ‘useful’ information from watching movies. For example, how to effectively shoot back at an enemy or how to fly away in a spaceship through an asteroid belt. Well, life is long – you never know what could be useful! However, the big screen misleads us a lot, so we still believe in many myths that were created over the years.
Do you know, for example, how long tracing a phone call really takes, or how long you should wait before reporting a missing person, or if it's possible to unlock a door with a gun? So, guys, today, you'll found out what’s true and what’s not in your favorite blockbusters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever heard that the oldest kid in a family tends to be very responsible, while children who have no siblings are far more likely to be selfish and demanding? Are these merely stereotypes, or is it really true? Today, we’ve decided to find the answer to this intriguing question How Birth Order Can Shape Your Personality?
The birth order theory began in the late 1920s with Alfred Adler, Sigmund Freud’s friend, and colleague. Adler believed that the order in which you are born into a family inherently affects your personality. According to him, the oldest child, for example, tends to be conservative, power-oriented, and predisposed toward leadership. Do you think it's true? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to fall asleep fast? How to wake up easily in the morning? Which sleeping position is better for your health. Did you know that you have four to six dreams at night which is about two thousand dreams per year? Two thousand – what an incredible number! Unfortunately, we forget 80% of all our dreams. At least we can understand what happens to our bodies when we are in the arms of Morpheus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to spot fake gadgets? How do you differentiate between real and fake gadgets? Top brands have lots of copycats, and sometimes fakes are made so well you’re almost unable to recognize them. To avoid wasting money on nonsense, you should examine the gadgets carefully before buying them.
If a salesman pushes you to make a quick purchase, take your time and pay attention to the smallest details. We’ve got six useful tips to help you recognize fake gadgets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What Would Happen to Your Body if You Eat Garlic Raw Every Day. Garlic is a new superfood that we’ve been using for centuries, but only now realize all the benefits of this little plant. People shift to the organic lifestyle and make healthy eating a part of the everyday routine. Here are 5 amazing garlic benefits and the most effective way to get rid of garlic smell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Try to avoid these 10 popular parenting mistakes in order to raise a creative and smart child. When you become a parent, you take great responsibility for your child’s future. That responsibility does not come with a handbook on how to raise a kind, honest, sympathetic, and brave child. If that’s all you want for your kid, but are not sure how to get there – we are here to help. We considered ten things your child should learn before he or she turns ten years old. Be a pro at parenting and your child will thank you as he or she grows into an awesome adult! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to sleep better? How to fall asleep fast in 40 seconds? Bright Side explains why these and many other things don't let your rest enough during the night.
Have you ever asked yourself, ‘Why is it so difficult to get up in the morning? Why do I feel like run over by a train?’ The answer is pretty simple: you don’t sleep right. Waking up is one of the most natural things in the world, so it’s not supposed to be such a challenge. There is something in your daily routine that stands in the way of your good rest during the night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to drive a car easily and safely? How to brake smoothly? Here are a few simple driving hacks and secrets you should know to drive your car like a pro. Have you already been driving for many years or are you just starting to drive? This activity can be both exciting and exhausting. Of course, firstly it depends on road conditions. However, there is one more important thing to be considered while driving – the behavior of your car. The longer you own a car; the more driving habits you acquire. Unfortunately, not all of those habits are good ones. Moreover, the more experienced you become, the harder it is to break them. And very often those habits can affect the condition of your car. We decided to compile examples of unwise driving behavior. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sea travel is safer today than at any point in history. But still, how worried should we be? Could a Titanic-like disaster happen today? Before we can answer our main question, we need to know what led to the sinking of the Titanic becoming one of the worst maritime disasters in history.
Everyone knows the basic story: the ship hit an iceberg and there weren’t enough lifeboats. The first big issue contributing to the ship's demise had to do with the culture of early twentieth-century ocean liners. The captains of these ships were under constant pressure to keep a tight schedule of arrivals and departures. Additionally, it was widely believed that icebergs didn’t pose any significant danger to ships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Learning something new about yourself is always interesting and entertaining. And understanding the psychology behind the way we behave, treat others, and express ourselves can be even more appealing. Today, we here at Bright Side have compiled a list of the most surprising psychology facts that can help you better understand yourself and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to understand you eat too much salt? Eating too much salt is very dangerous for your health. How much is too much? We’ll answer this tricky question and show you the 9 clear signs that you need to quit salt immediately. History Of Salt Salt has been an essential element of human and animal diet for centuries. Salt served as a currency in many countries, and people literally got into fights over it. In the Middle Ages, it was sometimes called “white gold” because it was incredibly expensive. Salt has been such an important part of life it has a big place in literature and culture of many nations. It is still a tradition to greet guests with bread and salt in many countries. Some popular cities would not be what they are without salt. Venice, for example, became economically developed thanks to its salt monopoly. Salzburg, which we know as the city of Mozart and “The Sound of Music” translates from German as “salt castle.” There, salt mines were turned into tourist attractions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With most psychological issues, the reasons are quite trivial: childhood emotional impressions. You should know that your low self-esteem and anxiety might be caused by certain parenting mistakes.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If we talk about the world, currently, the average life expectancy is 70 years for men and 75 years for women. That might seem like than enough time to check off all the things you have on your to-do list! But maybe there’s more to life than checking boxes. What if people only lived for 24 hours? Assuming we compress 70 years into 24 hours, then approximately 12 minutes after you’re born, you start to crawl. You figure out how to walk 18 minutes after you were born. Five minutes after you started moving not on all fours, but two legs, your mouth begins to produce coherent sounds. Yay, just 23 minutes after you saw the light of day, and you're already a speaking human! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you've ever seen pictures of an air crew, you've probably wondered why pilots always wear sunglasses. Pilots and sunglasses seem to go together like airplanes and wings. Are they just trying to look cool or is there some meaning and purpose to it? Let's answer this question and see if there's any type of sunglasses pilots are not allowed to wear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Flying economy seems the most reasonable choice. Turns out there’s much more you might be missing out on! For example, business class passengers sit in comfy flatbeds and basically get whatever their heart desires: exquisite meals, luxury entertainment, and full-service team of their own. Everything you may imagine is available to First class passengers, including their personal coach to and from the plane. Sometimes, First class even get round tables and their own bar, as well as Wi-Fi. But there’s one pretty big ‘however’ here… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9 important things you should avoid doing on an empty stomach. And by “empty stomach” we mean no less than two hours after your last meal. “You are what you eat” is a statement known to everyone. But do you know that what we do before a meal also has a great impact on our health? Also, we have a bonus: what you should eat when you're really hungry. Stay healthy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Almost all of us want to look younger than we are and live as long as possible. Your genetic inheritance gives you a head start, but your diet also plays a vital part in helping you increase your lifespan. Today, we're going to reveal the 10 anti-aging foods that make your skin look glowing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here’s a list of countries where it’s the female population that greatly lags behind that of the male one. And some of them might shock you! Demography, the study of populations, is a perplexing thing. In one country, women greatly outnumber men; in others, it’s the other way around. The balance is shifted by migrants, housing crises, and even a culture’s mentality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey, do you have any plans for your next vacation? How about seeing India? Hold on now! Just because it might feel like it’s a world away (both figuratively and literally!), that doesn’t mean it isn’t a tourist-friendly country. And more importantly, a trip to India won’t cost you nearly as much as you’d think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most people don’t even think about being in danger. But anyone can find themselves in a position when a lot is at stake. And it might happen when no one’s around. How to save yourself in a critical situation? Knowing some useful pieces of advice for different life situations can be really helpful!
Do you know, for example, what to do if you find yourself with frostbite? Or how to find a source of water in a desert? Or why it's really dangerous to build a fire inside a cave? (And no, the main problem isn't the smoke from the fire.) Interested? So here's a list of facts that can help you act rationally in a critical situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A CAPTCHA is a simple test meant to distinguish between humans and computers. But have you noticed that CAPTCHAs are getting harder each time? Is it because the previous versions were too simple and could easily be broken or there's something else to it? Let's see why CAPTCHAS can be super tough and why you might keep getting them.
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Have you ever wondered what would happen if the Sun just suddenly stopped shining? The first thing that probably comes to your mind is that it would get a whole lot darker and colder. True, but that doesn’t even begin to describe what kind of catastrophic event it would be because eventually humankind would meet its eminent demise. In the first few minutes after the Sun stops burning, life goes on as usual here on Earth because the sunlight itself is still traveling towards the planet. But after 8½ minutes, the skies go black, as if someone just flipped a switch. After an hour, once everybody has realized the situation they’re in, panic ensues on the side of the planet where it's supposed to be daytime. The temperature across the globe drops by several degrees and just keeps going down. One of the worst things is that photosynthesis stops within 24 hours. Within a week or so, the average temperature on the planet falls below zero. Most plants have already perished due to the cold, and heat-loving animals start to disappear shortly after. People build shelters and try to survive the cold and lack of food. They might be more successful in areas with a lot of geothermal activity, such as Iceland. After just one year, the planet might host some types of bacteria that can survive even in unbelievably low temperatures. But other life forms on the surface have been wiped away. Just remember, though, this scenario was just a hypothetical “what if?”. As for the real future of the Earth, it’ll stay firmly “tied” to the Sun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Breathing is vital, just like drinking water, eating or sleeping. But we don't really count how many breaths we take a day, right? What if humans came with a limited amount of breaths and you had to count how many you take or how many are left? What could you do to take the most of each breath? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
“Would the lead steward please come to the flight deck... immediately”. Sounds like one of those in-flight announcements from a dramatic plane crash movie. No one would ever want to hear this in reality. Unfortunately, it’s exactly what the passengers on Air Transat Flight 236 heard as their plane ran out of fuel somewhere above the Atlantic.
It was supposed to be a regular flight for Air Transat from Toronto, Canada, to Lisbon, Portugal. The weather was fine that August evening, and Flight 236 took off without delays. It had 306 people on board. The Airbus was fairly new, with only 2 years of active service. It had two powerful engines, and 5 tons more fuel than is required when it took off. Yet, 8 hours later, when the plane should have touched down in Lisbon, it was nowhere to be seen... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s 1961, and Dr. Arthur Duperrault decided to take his family of five on a long-awaited vacation to the Bahamas. And the trip was going perfectly: sailing across the sunny seas, swimming in the ocean, bathing in the sun. Five days of maritime paradise. Kids laughing, adults smiling, everyone was happy… or so it seemed.
The events that followed are fit to make your hair stand on end. Even now, more than fifty years later, it’s hard for Terry Jo to speak of what happened on the fifth night, and you really can’t blame her… Lost, famished, scared, and drifting alone in the open sea for almost 4 days on a tiny raft. And all that when she was just 11 years old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On December 31, 1988, a passenger airliner heading from Kaliningrad, Russia, to Odessa, Ukraine, made for a landing in the destination airport. New Year in Russia is a big deal. And this might have been the reason for what happened on that day with the Tu-134 flight.
The weather forecast for the day was not one that would make you overjoyed: it was overcast and stormy, with strong winds and low visibility. The cabin crew knew all this: they were warned of the conditions in advance. All systems were working fine, the airplane was cruising to its place of destination. The problems began when permission to descend was given. The speed at which the aircraft descended was way too high... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It happened on June 24, 1982. On a calm summer night, passengers boarded the plane that would take them from Kuala Lumpur to Perth. The atmosphere was relaxed; the weather was fine, there were no approaching thunderstorms, and the plane didn't have any technical issues.
There were 247 passengers and 100 tons of fuel on board the plane. But by the time the plane was in the air south-east of Jakarta, Indonesia, the first officer was sending out a Mayday distress call. All four of their engines had failed... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine this: you’ve decided to set sail across the Atlantic Ocean. Only, you’ll be taking a flimsy little inflatable boat and no water or food supplies. It’s hard to visualize because who in their right mind would do such a thing? Well, one guy did it way back in the ‘50s, and he did it for a very good reason!
Alain Bombard was a French doctor with a huge interest in survival techniques. In his medical experience, he saw plenty of cases of how tragic outcomes of shipwrecks can be. One thing bothered him most of all: at that time, lifeboats didn’t have any fishing equipment. Plus, it was believed that people can’t survive stranded in the ocean for more than a few days... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sir Ernest Shackleton, a legend among British seamen and explorers, decided to build a crew for his famous Antarctic expedition. His new daring idea for a ‘hazardous journey’ gained so much attention from newspapers, that soon Sir Shackleton had a crowd of volunteers knocking at his door. He carefully selected only 27 of them. They were men of steel knowing what a huge goal they set for themselves.
With those men, Ernest Shackleton intended to reach Antarctica and cross the whole continent via the South Pole. In 1914, they left the shores of South Georgia in a ship called Endurance. This journey became one of the greatest survival stories of all time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some survival stories literally make your blood run cold, and such is the story of Ada Blackjack, a young woman who spent 2 years on a bitterly-cold Arctic island, unprepared for such an ordeal and mostly on her own.
In 1921, 23-year old Ada Blackjack found herself on an Arctic island, far away from civilization, in the company of four men and a female cat named Vic. An unlikely scenario by all means, so how did Ada end up in that situation? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We can all get carried away when making bets, but nothing beats Thomas Fitzpatrick's funny and brave story. He was just hanging out at the bar when his friend put him up to a daring challenge. He said that there's no way he could make it from New Jersey all the way to New York in just 15 minutes. Fitzpatrick quickly accepted the challenge and left the bar without saying a word.
A couple minutes later, Thomas' friends heard the distinct sound of an airplane. Nobody knows how Fitzpatrick was able to land the plane without ruining any of the New York buildings, but he did it, spectacularly landing on St. Nicholas Avenue right in front of the bar. Who knew that just 2 years later the story would repeat itself! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every day, about 10 million people take commercial flights to get from point A to point B. Almost 100,000 planes take off and land without a hitch. But from time to time, very rarely, an accident will happen that seems to spike cases of aviophobia all over the world. Like that time when a captain was partially pulled out of the cockpit, dangling in the sky at an altitude of 17,000 ft!
As it usually happens, nothing was amiss at first. The pilots were experienced. The plane seemed to be perfectly Ok and the cabin crew was professional and friendly. No one expected the dramatic outcome that was in store for this flight... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mr. Jan Mul, a Dutchman who was born in 1932, spent more than 20 years of his life flying to a different European city every single Wednesday! As a result, the man had more than 1,000 flights under his belt! And he bought airplane tickets, not to get to some destination, but just for the sake of flying!
Traveling by plane was his main hobby and his biggest passion. The day before the flight, the flight itself, and the day after were his favorite days of the week. On the first day, he was preparing for his journey. The day of the flight was the most exciting for him. And the day after the trip, he shared his impressions and the tiniest details of his adventure with his nearest and dearest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stories about world records are often stories about fierce competition and glory. But the holder of this stunning record once famously said that he really hopes no one will ever have to beat it. And it’s not because he wants it only for himself, but because we’re talking about Poon Lim, the man that survived over 4 months on a raft, stranded in the ocean.
To be exact, he’d been there for 133 hard days straight. He survived everything a shipwreck survivor might have the misfortune of going through! Thirst, starvation, raging storms, desperation and the ever-menacing presence of bloodthirsty sea predators – you name it, Poon Lim had to deal with it! But how could all this happen to him? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You ever looked out at the open sea and thought, “What if I got swept away out there? What would happen to me?” Well, luckily for most of us, this is an unlikely scenario for a typical beach-goer. But this nightmare can come true if you're a fisherman and something has gone terribly wrong on your trip. That's exactly what happened to one man who spent over a year alone out in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. His boat had neither a cabin nor any roof. And he even didn't have an anchor since he supposed that the trip wasn't going to take that long... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You've probably heard a lot of stories of pets saving their owners. However, history knows many cases of wild animals saving people's lives! We usually think of wild animals as beautiful yet dangerous, but they can be also capable of compassion and understanding. Here're 9 fascinating stories about wild animals who saved humans from danger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever heard a story and thought, “No way is that actually possible!” Well, some people have lived through the most impossible and extreme situations that it’s kinda hard to wrap your head around it! Take, for instance, the story of Jean Hilliard. This 19-year-old woman was found frozen solid, and (get this) she managed to survive! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you've ever had to take a plane somewhere, you probably know how it feels to have your flight delayed by several hours. But imagine being stuck at the airport for a whopping 18 years! Well, one man didn’t have to imagine at all because that’s exactly what happened to him… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There're thousands of satellites flying around our planet and collecting different kinds of data. One of such satellites documented strange red glow surrounding the entire Earth. What was it? The thing is that such glow doesn't only come from our planet. It's also present in some distant Nebulas. Let's explore this strange and fascinating phenomenon... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the coolest thing about space? Well, that you can never get tired of it or fully explore it! Space is endless and so are facts about it! Distant planets, unusual space phenomena, black holes, unexplored constellations. Something great is happening in space every second!... Let's take a look at it right now. Space marathon's on! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are those white lines on your smartphone? How do you separate yolks from whites with an empty plastic bottle? And how can duct tape help you to open tough lids? There're so many objects surrounding us we know very little about. And the more we know, the more useful these items can be. Let's take a look at the most unusual secrets hidden in everyday things. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When it comes to space exploration, there's no limit to the human desire to see all the planets and places there, as fast as possible. Is it possible to travel in space at the speed of light? One NASA engineer claims to have invented a new rocket engine that can reach 99% of the speed of light. A rocket traveling at such speed could reach Mars in less than 13 minutes and Moon - in just over a second! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ice Age 2.0 happening in the XXI century, but even harsher than before... What if all water on Earth became frozen in an instant? All the rivers, lakes, even the oceans turn into solid ice, there's an icicle in your tap instead of running water. It would lead to water supply collapse, blocking or cargo supplies... what else? Let's see what else it'd lead to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our Solar System is a pretty bizarre place and astronomers still haven't managed to explain all of the strangest phenomena happening there! But what if there's a system just like ours somewhere in space? With planets that resemble some of the ones present in our Solar System and a star almost identical to our Sun... Could there be life? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One of the biggest fears here on Earth is that our planet gets hit by some huge asteroid. But what if I tell you that one particular planet in our Solar System gets hit by dozens of pretty big objects every year. Why does Jupiter experience impacts more often than other planets? Let's see if it has something to do with gravity or size... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do we know about Mars? Mars the fourth planet from the Sun, it's smaller than Earth, has weak gravity and it's red. Or is it? A photo has been released showing an area cover by the sea of sand dunes on Mars. They look absolutely stunning but leave us with many questions. What are those dunes and why are they blue? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space is full of unexplained phenomena, strange things happening and stuff we still fail to explain. One of the recent things that left astronomers with more questions that answers were strange signals coming right from Proxima Centauri. Those signals fit no currently understood pattern of radio sources and now the main question is, what they actually mean... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many of us enjoy flying by plane: that exciting feeling on being high in the sky, on your way to some destination. Isn't it the best part of a journey? But very often it gets spoiled but the uncomfortable airplane seat you find yourself in for many hours. Are airlines just trying to pack more and more people, thus making the seats smaller and more uncomfortable each time? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bouvet is an uninhabited frozen isle halfway between South Africa and Antarctica. It's the most remote island in the world and is really difficult to set foot on. It's surrounded by glacial cliffs and the best way to reach it is actually by a helicopter to land directly on its icy surface. Let's head on a journey right to this exciting place! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Whether you are a sci-fi fan, an astronomer or a space enthusiast, you might have wondered, how much you would weigh on different planets. Would you be lighter on Mars? Or Jupiter? Weight is the force gravity exerts on an object, so it's logical that you'll have different weight on planets with different gravity. Let's see how heavy we'll be on other planets! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scientists make unexpected discoveries every single day: unexplained phenomena, new animal species, submerged continents... There have long been speculations of a "lost continent" underwater, hidden somewhere in the ocean. But it turns out, scientists have found traces of it, even its tip. What could this discovery mean? And could there be more continents underwater? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Could there be life outside planet Earth? We're dreaming of finding traces of life in space but what if we could colonize other planets of our Solar System and live there? Time runs slower on some of the planets and faster on others. So how would it affect your life span? Let's see how long you'd live for on each of the planets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's always assumed that Queen bees manage the hive just like monarchs do: order working bees about and lay eggs. But what if you meet Queen bee and she stings you? One of the first things you might notice is that they're able to sting you multiple times! And Queen Bee will keep on living and completing her royal task after that. Would such a sting hurt more and how do you treat it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you have good manners? They are as diverse as the people who show them. There are numerous etiquette rules, and many are only applicable in certain countries. Thus, Eskimo people rub noses when they greet each other, the Japanese always take their shoes off before entering a house, and Thai citizens will never show their shoe soles — it’s considered inappropriate.
Nevertheless, there are some etiquette rules that should be followed no matter which nationality you are or where you live. For example, you shouldn't bring your pets (mostly dogs) with you everywhere you go. Other people won't enjoy your big clumsy dog. A small barking dog won't make them happy either. The same goes for when you're invited to a house party. Always ask if you can take your dog with you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do we say “OK”? It’s hard to believe there was ever a time when some words didn’t exist. Had you been around before 1839, for instance, you wouldn’t have had a clue what OK means because OK wasn’t a thing yet! It's easily one of the most widely-used expressions around the world. It isn’t confined to one region, language, or even purpose!
You use it to show that you got the message, like when your boss says, “Hey, I need you to send me a copy of that report” and you reply, “OK!” Yet if you think that something was just mediocre, you say, “Eh, the movie was OK.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the best things to eat in different countries? One of the best parts of traveling is tasting local food. Each country has something very special to offer, and we always look for that authentic experience. There is no need to stick to expensive and fashionable restaurants because street food definitely represents the most affordable yet delicious dishes.
“Eat like the locals,” says every wise traveler. If you want to know more about the country you’re visiting, the best course of action is to try its street food. You’ll discover food with unique tastes, served cheaply and without fuss. And many of these delicacies cost no more than $1! But where should you start sinking your teeth into all this delicious street food? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How much do Stradivarius violins cost? They are said to be among the best violins in the world. Even if you’re not a musician, chances are you’ve heard the name Stradivarius. Many violinists dream of getting a chance to play an instrument made by the greatest violin maker of all time. But why are they so expensive?
Researchers have tried to learn the secret that makes Strads the best violins in the world, and the theories are many. Some say that Stradivarius violins are so superior because of the wood used, the size of the “f-holes” in the design, or the varnish. Some theories claim that the secret is in the uniform density of the 2 wooden panels that form the body of the violin. Others say that the secret is a chemical treatment that’s designed to kill woodworm and fungi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You might think that not a lot can happen in 5 seconds. In that time, you could blink, reach for an object, or get out of bed. But around the world, in the whole universe, and inside your own body, there are thousands and even millions of processes taking place in that tiny amount of time.
While we’re just sitting in front of our computer at home, drinking tea with some cookies, really incredible things are happening on the other side of the world. Or maybe in the nearby city. During this short period of time, a lot of action is happening around the world. Get ready because some of these facts will take you for a wild ride and make your head spin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What shouldn't you throw in a toilet? 🚽 Plumbers discover plastic bottles, bricks, and even clothes there. Of course, you and I won’t try to flush down such things down the toilet. But who would have thought that even the most harmless things like dental floss or toilet paper can end up clogging a pipe? The information on the pack saying that toilet paper is safe to flush down the toilet is, most of the time, just a marketing ploy. In fact, such paper takes several hours to dissolve, which is more than enough time to form a clog. There is a simple way to find out if toilet paper will dissolve. Put pieces of toilet paper into a glass of cold water. If you still see big pieces 5–10 minutes later, it means that you can’t throw this toilet paper into the toilet. But if the pieces are almost impossible to notice, it means that you can believe the manufacturer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's so special about Japan? 🇯🇵 Anyone who visits Japan will be amazed by something, like robots working as hotel staff or vending machines on every corner! 😮 We’ve collected 20 outstanding innovations proving that Japan must be living in 3018! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are some so-called “facts” that we believe only because we’ve heard them so many times. I bet you’re convinced that Mount Everest is the tallest mountain in the world. We're about to reveal the actual truth about some things you believed in before.
For example, a lot of people don’t eat chocolate because they’re afraid it’ll cause their skin to break out in pimples. Well, hold back no more because this simply isn’t true! [dermatologist] Dr. James E. Fulton Jr. and several other dermatologists conducted a study on the supposed connection between chocolate and acne. They actually gave 65 acne-prone test subjects chocolate bars that contained 10 times more cocoa than a typical bar of chocolate. What they found was that chocolate isn’t harmful to our skin and doesn’t affect it whatsoever! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Restaurant guests can grab plate after plate of an endless array of dishes and cuisines. All of this for one low price. So what’s their secret to success? Well, these sorts of buffets have some tricks up their sleeve to keep business rolling, and you’re about to find out exactly what they are! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you want to have a superpower? Of course, people still can't change their size, walk through walls, or teleport, since it contradicts the laws of physics. But there are some other superpowers that are available nowadays for the right price! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You ever wonder what you can get for just a buck in different places across the globe? Well, if you’re ever strapped for cash while traveling, check out our other video on what one dollar will buy you around the world! As for today, we’re gonna cover the opposite end of the spectrum: what can you get for a million dollars around the world? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ah, bananas…They’re delicious, nutritious, and potentially malicious! Wait, what was that last part? How could one little banana do any harm whatsoever?! Well, what if I told you that these days some of them can easily send you to the hospital? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A huge whale-eating shark dominated the oceans millions of years ago. Its evolution has been the topic of heated debate among scientists for over 150 years. Until recently, a lot of paleontologists were sure that one of the most ferocious marine predators of our time, the great white shark, descended from the mighty megalodon. Well, recent findings are bringing this long-held belief into question. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you hear the word “airport”, you most likely think of a hustling bustling place filled to the brim with anxious and excited people. It’s certainly the case for one of the busiest airports in the world. Yet, for quite a while, it had completely empty flights taking off and landing on one of its runways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are about 117 million lakes on our planet, and they cover almost 4% of the continental land. Lakes can be small or big, clean or dirty, vital for local infrastructure or...deadly. And if you've been wondering which lake is the most dangerous in the world and why, this podcast will answer your questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to get rid of cockroaches? Why is it so hard to do this? You come face to face with these little monsters on a daily basis — flying from wall to wall, lounging on your sink, crawling on your countertop, or chilling on your headboard while you’re asleep. They taunt you over and over again. Today we’ll find out the reason behind the indestructibility of cockroaches and other insects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are a lot of people out there who are not satisfied with their office work. However, there is also a small group of people who are doing jobs you will never believe exist — and all this for some serious cash. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know the Titanic had two sister ships? Or that events leading up to and the day of its maiden voyage actually sealed the ship’s fate? The Titanic’s story is one that will live on for the ages, so if you’re ready to learn some amazing new facts about the Titanic, its passengers, and its tragic end, then keep on listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some of these islands are so mystifying that most people don’t even know they exist. Some have such a gruesome history that many don’t want to talk about them. Did you know there’s an island that seems to have disappeared from the face of Earth? And another that is said to be home to thousands of wandering ghosts? Get ready because these 8 islands are bound to give you goosebumps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We decided to answer the most burning public WC safety questions and find out if public restrooms are as dangerous as people think and what you can do to stay safe from germs in them. Specialists decided to swab all the surfaces in an office restroom that had gotten good use over one working day, and the results were shocking. First off, they found over 50,000 different microorganisms in a restroom that looked otherwise clean. As for the most contaminated object in the room, it wasn’t the toilet, but the area around the sink. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you know that scientists are almost ready to bring back some species that have been long gone? A T-Rex and other dangerous creatures aren't on the VIP list, so we won't see them in the not-so-distant future. But some of our most beloved characters from the Ice Age movies can be brought back to life!
Instead of using the controversial term “cloning,” scientists prefer to say “make un-extinct.” To-may-to, to-mah-to, the idea is the same. An animal that died out thousands of years ago can't be brought back to life unless it's cloned. And therein lies the problem. For successful cloning, scientists need to have almost completely undamaged animal DNA. That's why some species are more likely to be resurrected than others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The world is full of mysterious places, unexplained phenomena and strange things happening. One of them is a mysterious hole in Al Mahra desert in Yemen and people are said to stay away from it. The cave system remains unexplored and nobody knows what's inside it. What could this unsolved mystery be hiding in its depths? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One of the biggest nightmares of humanity is robots taking over the world. Could it turn real? Elon Musk has promised to develop a humanoid robot called Tesla Bot. It's planned to perform repetitive, unsafe or boring tasks. Will it be able to walk the dog or wash dishes, for example? And what if it turns out to be super effective and highly advanced? Should we all be worried? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Statue of Liberty is one of the most famous U.S. landmarks. We all know what it looks like: made of copper, this statue is 305 feet tall, has a torch in her right hand and a tablet in her left one. But what's inside it? Can anyone get inside and explore it? Let’s get on a journey inside the most iconic statue - as you've never seen it before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Milky Way is the galaxy that includes our Solar System and much more... It's the second largest galaxy in the local group. So is there a way for us to know what's going on in the Milky Way? Sometimes objects can enter our Galaxy and escape it super fast. Like in 2017, when astronomers noticed a star streaking out of the Milky Way at a speed roughly four times faster than our Sun orbits. What was it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Animal facts never stop surprising us. There's always something about the animal behavior that we can hardly explain. For example, have you ever paid attention to the way geese fly? They're known for performing the so-called 'whiffling' - flying upside down. They turn their heads 180 degrees back upright and flip their bodies around. Why would they do that? Let's check out this one and 28 more curious animal facts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How are islands formed? For many islands their formation may take thousands of years, but some can pop out of nowhere quite suddenly. Like an island off the coast of Japan: after the volcanic eruption a new piece of land appeared. It's around one kilometer in diameter but you can't visit it - let's find out why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You get a brand-new phone: it's new, fast and cool, but what to do with your old one? If it's in pretty good condition, you can trade it in, which might provide you credit or discount for your purchase. Your benefits are clear, but why are companies interested in getting old gadgets? Are they going to sell them or get materials to recycle? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all wanna protect our phone and make it last longer - be it a brand-new model or and old one. But any unexpected thing might happen. So what to do if you drop your phone on train tracks or in water? It's important to stay calm and follow some simple rules without panicking. Let's take a look at these 4 extreme situations that might happen with your phone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If I ask you who the smartest person to ever live on Earth was, you'll probably name Isaac Newton or Stephen Hawking or some other outstanding scientist. But what if I tell you there was someone really smart but no one's really heard about him? He was a child prodigy and an exceptional mathematician. Why didn't he get rich or famous? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every single day we use objects that have hidden secrets in their design: be it soda bottle caps or notebook margins. We might not notice those details but they always have a story to tell. Sometimes they add even more meaning to the object. For example, have you ever looked at soy souce bottles? Why do they have two spouts - isn't one enough to pour the necessary amount of sauce into your meal? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The world is a curious place: so many discoveries, mysteries and unusual phenomena occur in different places every single day. What was the most surprising thing you've seen in your life? How about millions of crabs turning red right under your feet? Here're 5 islands where animals rule and people aren't welcome. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the quickest and most effective way to lose weight and get the body of your dreams? Working out, sweating in the gym? How about fixing your eating habits? Adding some food that's essential for boosting your metabolism and skipping all the cheat meals and junk food. Have you ever tried seaweed? That's something your sushi was wrapped in and it turns out to be really healthy. This green ingredient may even help your body lose fat naturally. Let's see, how! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sleep plays an important role in your life. An average person spend about 26 years of their life sleeping. But how much do we know about sleep and which of that is actually true? I'm going to debunk some of the common myths about sleep. For example, did you hear that the sound of frying bacon can make you sleepy? Let's see if it's true or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Modern science is getting more and more advanced: human-like robots, cloning, creating new species. How about resurrecting extinct species? Could we, for instance, restore the woolly mammoth to the Arctic tundra and see with our own eyes what this animal looked like? Then all of our beloved Ice Age characters could be brought to life! Would it be possible? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How does a mechanical watch work? Unlike a quartz watch, it doesn't get its energy from a battery. Then, where does it receive its power from? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Traveling tips are useful to check out before your next trip. How do you pack luggage or pass travel security fast? And where does your baggage go right after check-in? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here's a collection of ordinary items that might be tracking your data and giving it away this very moment. Beware! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today, we’re going to look at that airplane-looking thing that once carried the astronauts, their gear, and whatever they’re transporting up to space. It still is the most complicated machine ever built by humans. For illustrative purposes, let’s head back in time to Cape Canaveral, Florida. It's June 8, 2007. Here at the John F. Kennedy Space Center, we’ll follow one of the space shuttles on its mission, to understand how it works.
Launch is the most stressful part of the flight. The goal of Atlantis is orbit. The astronauts are pressed into their seats, watching the clouds zoom past. It’s at this moment that the astronauts experience a “G-force” of about 3. Sounds intense! Actually, it’s less “G’s” than pilots normally experience when they do a loop mid-air. Not exactly a problem for highly trained astronauts. Btw, do you know how austronauts return to Earth? We'll talk about that Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When traveling between work and home on the subway, some of us often find ourselves wondering why it is that the handrail on the escalators moves faster than the steps themselves do. Well, this is not some kind of conspiracy but is in fact completely normal. So how does an escalator work? And why are those steps so steep anyway?
Our story begins in the 1890s – the early days of Coca Cola, Hershey’s Chocolate, and motion pictures! A strange contraption is being built at New York's Coney Island Park. The thing travels along a 25° incline and only goes up 7 ft. Yet spectators back then were amazed by the futuristic Moving Stairs! It was the world's first escalator, and it was just a temporary amusement park attraction! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Think about it: what good is your computer without the keyboard? Just an overpriced hunk of plastics and metals? Let’s look at that oh-so-important keyboard a little closer. When and how was it invented? Why do you get doubles of some of the keys and not others? And, by the way, why does the keyboard layout start with QWERTY and not with ABCDEF?
Well, at the very beginning of the computer era, you wouldn’t recognize the early models since computers back then used punched cards to input and output data. An early computer programmer needed so many punch cards, it ended up looking like a deck of playing cards! But as computers got more sophisticated, the keyboard needed a lot more keys than just numbers and letters. In the 1980s, IBM took a scientific approach to come up with the perfect keyboard – they arranged a focus group! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is holographic gaming possible? And if it is, how close are we to it? From Ping-pong and 84’s Tetris to Nintendo’s classics; from Wolfenstein and Doom to modern-day VR technology. It seems like games aren’t just here for fun, but to push our technology beyond the limits. So what’s next? Will we play games in holographic augmented reality rooms?
While the concept of holographic gaming isn’t at the top of the list of gamers’ expectations, we’re still about to take a new evolutionary step in the gaming world in general. With the new generation of consoles on the horizon, it’s only natural to expect a rise in processing power, better graphics, and smooth gameplay without stutters and slowdowns. But why not bring some new, exciting, and revolutionary ways to play games? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to increase your social media following and get more comments on your posts? Many of us have accounts on various platforms, and if we wanna get more likes, comments, and shares, we have to take certain steps to grow our audience on social media.
The internet is a big place. So big, that it can be hard for any single voice to stand out. You may have the best ideas imaginable, but they’re so easily lost in the noise of the crowd. Well, worry no more, because there are ways to score popularity points on social media! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do food delivery companies work? When you're hungry, in no mood to go out or cook dinner at home, food delivery can save you. You dial the number you know by heart, place your order, wait for a while, and here comes your food — easy as pie. But have you ever tried to look at the situation from a delivery employee's point of view?
Did you know, for example, that pizza joints get lots of bizarre requests, and one of the most common is to draw something inside the box? For some inexplicable reason, in most cases, it has to be a dino. If delivery employees don't have too many orders, they usually fulfill such weirdo requests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When the battery runs out, it’s nerve-racking, but unfortunately, it happens. The more functions our devices provide, the more power they need, and they’re hungrier than hungry hippos at this point! That’s why charging technology is all the rage now, and the new big thing is wireless charging.
Even though we’re just now seeing this technology take off, the basics of how it works were discovered not long after we started to understand what electricity is. Near the end of the 19th century, engineering mastermind Nikola Tesla showed that two powerful magnetic fields can slightly transfer energy between their sources when they interfere with each other. This trick found its use more than a hundred years later! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What SIM does stand for? It means subscriber identity module or subscriber identification module. The first SIM card in the world was developed in 1991 by the German company Giesecke & Devrient. They sold 300 SIM cards to Radiolinja, a Finnish wireless network operator. In 1992, they sold the first GSM mobile phone with a SIM card; it was a Nokia 1101. Today, it’s hard to find a person who’s never used a SIM card – over 7 billion gadgets around the world use them to make calls, send SMS and surf the web. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do touchscreens work anyway? Johnson was the first to create touchscreen technology, these displays hadn't gained popularity till the 1970s, when the resistive touchscreen was accidentally invented. Further developing on that new technology, scientists at the University of Toronto invented the first multi-touch display in the 1980s. As for the very first touchscreen cell phones, they came out a little later in the 90s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The idea of what we call “Bluetooth” today was first introduced back in 1989. Dr. Nils Rydbeck, who was the chief technology officer at Ericsson Mobile, and inventor Dr. Johan Ullman had this revolutionary idea to develop a pair of wireless headsets. They brought Dr. Jaap Haartsen on to the project. A mere 5 years later, he’d be the engineer who made the breakthrough and came out with the first protocol. It took a few more years to perfect the technology. But finally, in 1999, they presented their first hands-free headset to the world at the Comdex computer exposition and trade show in Las Vegas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Once upon a time, your ancestors used to look at the night sky to determine their location. Then we used a Thomas Guide, remember those? Today, it only takes one magical technology to get driving directions, send your picnic spot to a lost friend, or track how far you’ve gone during a workout. That technology is called GPS, and you’re about to find out the secret behind it.
Did you know that GPS was actually a military invention? The highest quality signals were only used for military purposes until May 2000, when it became available to all civilians for free. Now GPS is literally everywhere, and you can now even purchase GPS insoles to keep track of your kids or relatives with Alzheimer’s disease. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Remember the days when your internet was connected through the phone line? Oh, that sound of dial-up! We’ve come a long way since then, and chances are that you’re watching this video through Wi-Fi right now. So how did we get here anyway?
In the 1980s, personal computers had begun to enter our lives for good. But at that time, they were connected to the internet through the infamous Ethernet cables. Maybe scientists were getting tired of tripping over all those cables? They decided they wanted to start sending data using radio signals. However, those early attempts were unsuccessful. What scientists didn’t know at the time was that the problem had been solved a decade before PCs were even invented! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Week after week passes by in constant fuss, and we often miss the most important things behind all of this. Yet it can take years to understand this. Years we could spend quite differently, with greater benefits. We discovered the things people often regret and some pieces of advice on how to avoid it. We believe everyone should learn these simple points as they might change your life for the better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Successful people are so easy to pick out of a crowd. There’s just something special that sets them apart. Everyone is stronger when they’ve got the support of a good team. Cooperation allows you to look at a problem from different perspectives and through other people's eyes. It's hard to have a productive day when you only wake up at 11 a.m. Big projects require lots and lots of time and effort, you can’t just get them done in whatever time you have available. Successful people love trying new things and don't get down in the dumps because of change. Truly successful people don’t let petty jealousy into their lives. You can't sit around doing nothing and think that one day you'll just randomly get lucky and all your dreams will come true. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you believe that the planets have some influence on our lives? Or are you a skeptic who considers that it goes against science? Whatever the case, some recent investigations show that the season in which we are born influences both our lives and health! How does it work? What are the things people born in each season should pay attention to? We have tried to answer the questions. And at the end, you will see an intriguing bonus. Are you happy with your work? Or do you feel that something has gone wrong and your occupation is not really what you should be doing? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever noticed that a good person isn't often well respected? Psychologists believe the reason is mistakes these people make in their behavior. Here’re the most common mistakes you probably do so that people don’t respect you and never listen to you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to be a bit more charming? Some people could easily gain the trust of everyone and create a positive image of themselves? Jeff Haden, one of the most influential people on LinkedIn and the author of almost 30 business and communication books, explained how they do it. It turns out they know some simple secrets, and today you have a chance to discover them all.
Have you ever noticed, for example, that such people are not afraid to look silly? They’re not afraid to be awkward. Curiously enough, people respect them even more because of this. If you’re not shy to show your weaknesses, people won’t laugh at you. So, guys, here're nine essential characteristics that make any person look more confident and charming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to make people like you? How to understand people and your own behavior? Sometimes we do something weird and then think, ‘What was the logic of my behavior?’ In fact, there’s always some logic, but most often it hides in certain peculiarities of your mind. We’re going to tell you about ten psychological effects that affect you almost every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to spot a liar? How to figure out if someone is hiding the truth? We're going to reveal ALL the secrets of liars and help you recognize when you are being lied to and when someone is telling you the truth. Do you know how much lies go undetected? It’s 80%! Just think about it: you don’t notice 80% of all the lies that you hear. And anyone can be a liar — even your best friend! But don’t get too paranoid — there are some ways you can detect lies. What questions should you ask to reveal the truth? What kinds of behavior are suspicious? We're going to teach you ten simple tricks that will help you detect lies. Also, we will tell you about some facial expressions that signal that the person is telling you anything but the truth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10 amazing psychological facts about human behavior. Over the years, scientists have uncovered many of the human brain’s mysteries and shortcomings that were securely hidden in our psyche. Bright Side invites you on a journey inside your own head to find out what makes your consciousness work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We learn things throughout our entire lives, but we still don’t know everything because we forget a lot of information. Bright Side will tell you about 11 simple memorizing tips that will help you remember everything and improve your memory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to spot a liar? What can be more intriguing than a true detective story in your real life? Here are 5 things that can show you that your interlocutor is insincere with you. As a bonus, we’ll show you an amazing 99% working method to distinguish between the lies and the truth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Solar System formed billions of years ago. The vast majority of the system's mass is in the Sun, which is its center. And even though we live in it, the Solar System still has plenty of secrets to unveil. Strange phenomena, incredible objects, dwarf planets and hybrid meteorites. And the timeless question: what's inside a black hole? Let's take a look at these 10 mysteries about our Solar System that have yet to be solved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Moon is always in the sky and we can see it as it reflects the Sun's light. When and where you see the Earth's natural satellite depends on the phase of the Moon. But what if you looked up into the sky and saw something different? What if the Moon turned into a giant disco ball? Would day and night seem like an endless disco party? Let's imagine what it'd be like... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Sun is the center of our Solar System: it serves as the source of light for all the planets and organisms living near it. But scientists say that massive stars, just like our Sun eat the planets near them every now and then. These are acts of "planetary ingestion". How is it possible and can our Sun do the same? What are the chances of the Sun devouring planets of our Solar System? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The sea is full of unique creatures, amazing living organisms and unrevealed secrets. Let's answer some of the most curious questions about marine life! Like, how can fishes sleep if they have absolutely no eyelids? Or how can sea snakes breathe through their skin? And why is a glass octopus so rarely seen in the ocean? Let's delve into the underwater world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is it possible to permanently settle on the Moon? Yup, but we'd need more advanced equipment, infrastructure and astronauts' outfits. Current spacesuits are great for walking on the Moon but aren't enough for permanent missions. Human body can perfectly function on Earth, but the Moon has different atmosphere and magnetic field. Let's see which upgrades a new spacesuit should definitely have. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aviation facts are never dull! As any experienced pilot knows, planes take off into the headwind. Whether it's a small plane or a massive one, pilots take off into the wind instead of with it. It doesn't sound logical, does it? But it turns out, headwind increases the lift. Let's find out how it works and delve into some other cool plane facts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mars is a truly mesmerizing planet: it's red, beautiful and we're eager to colonize it. It's atmosphere is 100 times thinner than the Earth's atmosphere, so we'll definitely need advanced technology and equipment in order to make our dream come true. Establishing a permanent colony of humans on Mars is a real necessity but how soon can we start calling Mars our home? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let's imagine our planet Earth shrink every second. It'd probably be a process similar to a deflating balloon. Its size would shrink every second but its weight would remain the same. How will it affect the forces of gravity and will there be enough air and room in the end? If the Earth started to shrink, it'd even affect human bodies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every day we see dozens of objects that might be hiding some hidden purpose from us. We see a school bus and have no idea what those long arms are there for. Or we take earphones and don't know the purpose of the holes on them. Every tiny detail on the common items we see and use has a meaning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes people set the strangest records: like staying awake for the longest amount of time. By the way, how long can you stay without falling asleep? One boy from California set the world record for 11 days and 25 minutes without sleep. How was it possible and what did he feel like? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space is full of mysteries and the potential discoveries we can make there are limitless. We know that the Earth orbits the Sun and that this orbit isn't a perfect circle but rather an ellipse. But what if our planet started sharing its orbit with another planet? Could two planets share the same orbit without colliding? Let's investigate this space fact! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you think of burning fat, what's the first step to take that comes to your mind? Right, exercise and workout. But what if I'm too lazy or I've got absolutely no time? Does it mean there's no chance I can stay fit and lose extra pounds? Here's a list of things everyone can do to burn calories without exercise! These activities are fun, energetic and can be the first step towards a healthier lifestyle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Planet Earth is amazing: we keep investigating it and yet we learn more and more amazing facts about our home each year. Have you ever wondered, what'd happen if Earth grew bigger every year, like any living organism? Would it turn into a giant planet and how big could it get? Let's take a look at some amazing things that could happen in space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I love unusual journeys: to the depth of the ocean, to the core of planet Earth. This time it's gonna be a journey to the world's biggest sand dune! I'd like to explore what's hidden underneath it: maybe there's a secret forest inside or an ancient city. Are those just huge piles of sand or something unique is hidden in those layers? Are you ready to join me? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Humans have been fascinated by many things like space, natural phenomena or the depth of the ocean. But one mysterious object is situated right in front of our eyes when we look in the mirror. It's a human body. That's right, your body is a beautiful, wacky, and mysterious machine. Here’s the thing: we live with it, so sometimes it’s easy to forget how amazing things work in our bodies! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you look up at the Earth's satellite, the Moon, you'll see that its surface is peppered with thousands of craters. Those are caused by asteroids and meteorites colliding with the lunar surface. But it also has over 200 holes that might even lead to caves. Scientists from around the world keep an eye on them and wondering if they may lead to an underground tunnel system... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you love exciting journeys as much as I do? A journey to outer space, to the middle of a desert or... to a deep blue hole. Those are underwater sinkholes, similar to the ones on land. They vary in size and depth, but are ecological spots with a high diversity of plants and animals. Little is known about the deep holes blues holes due to the lack of accessibility. But I invite you on an exciting adventure towards one of the deepest blue holes on our planet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space is so vast and exciting! Space facts never get boring and there's always something going on right above our heads. Did you know that space isn't silent? Each planet of our Solar System sounds different! For example, Jupiter is pretty noisy and full of bizzare sounds. Let's take a listen to what you'd hear standing on different planets... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you don't have sea or ocean nearby, a lake is a great option on a hot sunny day. But not every lake is equally safe to swim in. There's a mysterious lake in the middle of a desert and the origin of its formation isn't clear at all. One minute there was nothing but piles of sand dunes, the next - a large body of tortoise water. It looks harmless and tempting but you'd better stay away from it... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I can't imagine my life without a phone: it makes everything so much easier and quicker. But it can be trouble too... like if a phone has a "zombie app" on it. Not only do they take up space and drains battery life, but such apps also can't be that easily detected by any antivirus. So how do you deal with them and is it possible to protect your phone for good? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You can never predict what strange situations life's preparing for you in the future. Imagine being stuck all alone in the middle of the Sahara Desert for 2 days! Just you and endless piles of sand, no water, no means of transportation. Is there a chance to survive? Here's what you need to know to survive 48 hours in a desert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apple first launched its iPad in 2010 and it was a breakthrough in portable computing: it was somewhere between a laptop and a smartphone. It had a touchscreen display, could run apps, play videos and enabled its users to play video games. But no version of the iPad has ever had a standard calculator in it. Why so? Let’s discover, which hidden features iPads have. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Megalodon was the biggest shark to ever live: it was 3 times longer than the largest Great White shark on record. The Meg could easily swallow a car without even touching its teeth! Megalodons had the strongest bite force of any animal that's ever existed on this planet, even T-Rex! Here are more awesome facts about the Megalodon that'll make you ask how that's even possible! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each human being is truly unique. Even people with brown and blue eyes see differently! One has better day vision, while the other has better night vision. Your eye color also changes throughout your life and even affects how good you are at sports! Here are some amazing facts about the human eye and more awesome human body facts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What looks super scary? Dark streets, shadows and... thick fog. If all of these come together - you get some kind of 'silent hill' right by your house. Oh no! But what if our whole planed got absorbed with a thick fog overnight? The sunlight would be blocked, it'd get damp and cold. Let's imagine what it'd feel like... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each human body is absolutely unique: we all have distinct features that make us stand out from the crowd. Even though our bodies are complex machines, we can learn how they work better and know how to act in any strange situation. For example, did you know that if you feel moody, you should hold a pencil between your teeth? And the smell of rosemary can activate your super-memory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On some nights falling asleep doesn't come easy. You keep tossing, turning and wondering how to fall asleep fast and without counting sheep. You might try to read a book, turn off your electronics, open the window to get some fresh air. But these things still don't work, then what does? I've gathered the most effective tips for sleepless nights. Learn how to fall asleep instantly, no matter what! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's inside the pyramids? When people think of the pyramids, they usually imagine mummies, treasures, and golden sarcophagi. But they were much more than just that! For example, the Great Pyramid of Giza is about 450 feet tall and it's the biggest pyramid in Egypt. So it must have a lot of cool stuff inside, right? So what did the scientists manage to discover? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This star is bright, easy to spot, shines with a somber hue and has a cool name... Betelgeuse. It's the nearest red supergiant star to our planet. Astronomers say one day it'll burst into a supernova we'll even be able to see on Earth! But when will Betelgeuse go supernova and what if it replaced our Sun? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
To many of us, the concept of flying cars is synonymous with something futuristic, just like Sci-Fi architecture or silver jumpsuits. But what if we could not only create flying cars but also send them into space? With no oxygen and no water, there's no chance that a flying car would rust. But how fast could such vehicle move in space? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is the toothiest critter that ever lived on our planet? For example, the strength of human jaws is about 160 pounds per square inch. It’s good to break some tough cookie or a pistachio shell, which is enough for survival in our harsh modern world. But what about more serious contenders?
A mastiff is among the mightiest friends humans have, and it can easily snap a thick branch in two. A lion can show 650 psi — it’s four times stronger than the human’s bite! But did you know that the hyena’s jaw force is higher than that of both lion’s and tiger’s? Well, if hyenas were not cowardly, they would probably be among the most feared animals of the savannah! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Take a look at the night sky and think about it: right now there're thousands of artificial satellites orbiting our planet. But most of the satellites never come back to the place they were launched from. How is it possible and where do they eventually go? Do they just fall back to Earth and might accidentally land on someone's house or car? Let's take a look at a satellite life cycle: from launch to its crashing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Snakes! They look like an alien species, and some of the things they’re capable of will convince you they’re not from this planet! They see in Predator-like infrared, they shed their skin, and have you seen that weird-looking tongue? Snakes don’t use their tongue like we do. Think about it: you really don’t have time to taste something if you can only swallow food whole without chewing it. Instead of using it to taste, snakes smell with their tongues. That’s why they always flicker it in and out – they want to catch nano-particles in the air that will tell them if their prey or some kind of danger is nearby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Elections are one of the most awaited events in a country. And picking the most intelligent and responsible representative is definitely a must. Most of us have our very own expectations, but seeing a cat or a dog on your ballot isn’t one of them.
Non-human electoral candidates: this is the term coined for animals who run for a specific office. There are, surprisingly, a lot of amazing cases all over the world. In case you’re wondering why and how this happened, the answer would be either a kind of protest or purely for entertainment purposes. So what would happen if a dog or cat has been elected as a Mayor? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever dreamt to find the fountain of youth? The good news: it does exist! The Bad news, it doesn’t work on humans. A lucky few members of the animal kingdom have been selected to live very long lives. It is quite shocking to see how long some of these critters have survived on this planet.
Let’s meet Jonathan. Jonathan is a Seychelles giant tortoise and it is estimated that he was born in 1832. That means he is now 187 years old! The oldest known living person was Jiroemon Kimura, a Japanese man who lived to be 116 years and 54 days old. Meaning Jonathan the Tortoise is already 71 years older than the oldest human! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do most of us know about dinosaurs? Some of them were really big, some of them had feathers, and they all went extinct 66 million years ago... Okay, but what if I told you that there were chicken-sized dinosaurs? Or that some dinosaurs had fur? Or that they aren’t really extinct? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People have been trying to control each other's minds for centuries. Well, some of them have managed to make others buy things they don't even need but that's not what this is about. There are creatures out there that actually can do this! Have you ever heard, for example, about Zombie fungus that does make carpenter ants do what it needs? Oh, it's really spooky! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If your pet could talk, what would it say to you? Probably something like “Hey, gimme some food!” But there’s one animal that actually can talk. Yes, I'm talking about parrots. Of course, it’s not like you can sit down to a cup of coffee and discuss geopolitics with your parrot. But, still, isn't it amazing? So how do they manage to imitate us? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The recent sighting of an animal long thought to be extinct, or at least almost, proves that Mother Nature always has some surprises in store! So here's the big news: a black leopard has been photographed in Africa for the first time in over a century! And this really is a bombshell because black leopards are extremely rare. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can touching a toad give you warts? Since childhood, we’ve been reading and hearing a lot of "facts," the truthfulness of which we never doubted. However, many of them are artifice. There are so many false myths we spread from day to day that it’s about time the world of science created an entirely separate department dedicated to myth debunking! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NYC has about 40 islands. And among those, there’s one that’s so confidential that you can't even visit it! Mystery worth solving, don't you think? We’re about to take a trip to the hush-hush New York island known as U Thant. You’ll definitely be surprised by its interesting history... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today’s whales can grow up to a whopping 98 ft in length! But did you know that just a few million years ago they only grew to about 32 ft? Have whales been eating loads of spinach all these years, or did something shift over time that made them grow into the massive sea beasts they are today?
In fact, when whales first came on the scene nearly 50 million years ago, they looked nothing like they do today. In fact, they didn’t even live underwater! And today, some whales still have remnants of what used to be a bone for a hind leg in their skeleton (it just doesn’t show outside the skin). Could you imagine if whales still sported legs like their early ancestors did? That would look pretty funny. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever been to Disneyland? Disneyland seems a magical exciting place of wonders for both kids and adults. Well, for the princesses employed there, work can be pretty nightmarish. Are you ready to know what their life is really like? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thousands of years ago great minds managed to create incredible technologies that were way ahead of their time, like a fire that couldn’t be extinguished by water, an unbreakable medieval sword, and even an ancient computer from 200 B.C.E.! You’d be surprised to find out what crazy inventions existed back then that science still can’t explain today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hotel managers all around the world keep quiet about a lot of things. Here are some brilliant tips that will help you save money and have the best vacation ever. For instance, do you know how to cancel the reservation at the last moment without a fine? This one is the best trick ever – everyone should learn it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that Nordic countries top the list of the world's happiest people year after year? What is it about their philosophy of life that makes them so content and happy? And can it change the way we see the world too? Let's find out the key elements of Nordic happiness together. Use these simple tips and wisdom to change your own life to the better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you remember when you stopped using your VCR? What about your flip phone or CDs? Flip phones were once the newest technology, and now they’re the oldest. The sky’s the limit when it comes to technology! There are always innovations seeking to replace our old gadgets with smaller, faster, and more convenient devices. Only a few treasured things have survived from the days when we used the VCR, but it won’t be long before we forget about them too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You go to sleep, everything's fine, and then all of a sudden you wake up in the middle of the night, and as it repeats day by day you notice it happens at the same time. Why does your sleep get interrupted? Chinese medical practitioners believe that it happens because of a blockage of energy in one of your internal organs. You’ll find out how to fix it and get enough healthy sleep every night without waking up. It turns out it matters at what time you wake up since it speaks of different health problems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you or your close friends or family have babies, you already know how amazing they are. Everything they do, especially when it’s for the first time, is a reason for admiration and celebration. First word? “Let’s get the camera so we can record it!” It gets even better when they learn to crawl, sit and stand and walk! Some people, however, are a bit skeptical about babies’ talents and abilities. How dare they! We have proof that babies have unique and surprising superpowers. More than that, we are sure you will want to have some of them yourself. Sadly, you can’t. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Understand Your Dog Better. It looks like dog owners have scientific evidence to prove that their pets are the smartest and most perceptive and can even help them single out bad people. Their list of superpowers makes dog people proud: they can sense fear, read body language, and even smell cancer to find it at an early stage and warn of upcoming epileptic seizures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bright Side found out whether our future is doomed or bright – here is a list of the most exciting predictions for a new millennium. You could expect super-fast computers, but a house that you can disassemble and put together in a minute? Wow.
In his speech at the Oxford University Union, the legendary Stephen Hawking proclaimed that humanity can only survive for another 1,000 years. We wanted to know whether our future is doomed or bright, and so we compiled the most exciting predictions for a new millennium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Stop Procrastinating? How to stop procrastinating on your homework or work? In case you’re always putting off important tasks, and wondering how to be more effective and finally get things done, this video will be your personal guide to the world of successful and highly-efficient people. If you follow some simple tips that will positively transform your life, you’ll get on with it and get things done in no time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When was the last time you felt terrified? Maybe you were walking in the dark and heard a strange noise right behind you. We all fear something. Our hearts start beating like crazy, we sweat and tremble, run out of breath and sometimes even have a full-blown panic attack. Hit “thumbs up” if you are afraid of something. It is okay to admit it. Here's a list of 25 bizarre and unique phobias you won’t believe exist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do you know about your body? These 17 Facts About the Human Body Will Send Chills Down Your Spine. These amazing facts may still be hard to swallow, but you will absolutely be all ears to hear about them. Did you love science at school? Let's face it, only a handful of us had the stomach for learning all the scientific stuff back then by heart. Today's topic will be easier to perceive. What is more, it will be much more exciting. We have 17 jaw-dropping facts about your body that may still be hard to swallow and digest, but you will be all ears to hear about them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let's find out whether such astounding progress is good and if this “science of the future” can actually come back and bite us later. Did you know that there's a strong chance of a remote control for the body and brain being invented? With each passing day, science continues to move forward. It keeps expanding the boundaries of human capabilities to such an extent, that it seems like it's just a matter of time until we see something we could've imagined only in the boldest sci-fi flicks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There will always be things in this world that you never imagined even existed. That’s why we would like to share the following curious and fascinating facts about seemingly ordinary things. What would happen if... Do you ever get lost in thought with “What if…” questions? “What if I change my job?” “What if I won the lottery?” But what if we start asking more global, perhaps less realistic, questions? What if the Earth was a cube? What if it was flat or two times bigger? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to stop people from taking advantage of you? How to finally become a confident person? Sometimes we fall into our own mind’s trap, and we make decisions that can go completely wrong.
It’s easy to fall victim to different clichés and stereotypes pounded into our head by society. Our minds constantly play games with us, setting traps and imaginary obstacles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A lot of these crazy ideas from the XX century were actually granted patents! The U.S. Patent Office has seen a lot of wacky ideas throughout its history. But what’s even more hysterical is that a lot of these crazy ideas were actually granted patents! Let’s take a look at some of the wildest of them. From a hat with a parachute to a douche for breasts, they’ll all have your jaw hitting the floor! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After visiting South Korea, some people feel like they've just come back from another planet. You won’t believe how many crazy mind-blowing things you can find there. The locals call their nation “Goryeo”, which means “high and clear”, and this country clearly knows how to surprise! Compared with any other nation, Korean people have the biggest desire to change the way they look. Many Koreans are ready and willing to undergo huge complicated surgeries. The male population in South Korea spends over $900 million on cosmetics every year. You can shop till 4 in the morning. Blood type compatibility can be a very important criterion when choosing a potential spouse. South Koreans are crazy about sweet potatoes and honey butter chips. People tend to open up after they’ve had a couple of glasses of soju (a traditional hard liquor), even the shyest ones. When a baby is born in South Korea, it's already considered one year old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some of the greatest inventions we use every day were created by accident. From the microwave to ice-cream cones, the accidental inventions on this list completely changed our way of life. Sometimes things don’t go according to plan. But every now and then, it’s for the better! American chemist Roy J. Plunkett was doing research for the company Dupont to make fridges safer and invented a strange substance that was non-reactive, non-stick, and resistant to extreme temperatures. We all know it as Teflon. John Pemberton was a pharmacist trying to find a way to get rid of headaches. He came up with a simple recipe consisting of two ingredients: coca leaves and cola nuts combined into a syrup. It was later mixed with soda by accident and became a huge hit. Dr. Spencer Silver, a chemist for 3M Company, was trying to create a super strong adhesive but what he got instead was a “low-tack” yet high-quality adhesive only strong enough to hold up a piece of paper but durable enough to be relocated multiple times without losing its stick. We all know and love it as Post-it notes today. The first antidepressant was discovered in 1957 and was supposed to be a cure for tuberculosis. Wilhelm Roentgen unintentionally put his hand in front of an electron-beam tube back in 1895 and noticed that the radiation passed through solid objects and body parts leaving a shadow. And now we have x-ray imaging! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Find out some pretty amazing facts about what you could do before you were even born. The life of a baby in his mom’s belly is way more exciting than you could possibly imagine. Whether it’s thumb sucking or listening to your favorite tunes, there’s so much fun going on in there. It turns out babies can develop a love for certain foods their mom ate a lot of during pregnancy. Babies in the womb have sleep cycles. Week 32 or even earlier is the time they go through their first REM cycle. Babies are not only physically connected to their moms but also emotionally, so they can get scared from time to time and even silently cry. Babies actually pee in the womb, but their urine has no smell and it’s sterile, so it’s not as gross as it sounds. Babies that are overdue or had some stress in mom’s belly can actually poop before they’re born, but it’s uncommon. In the 6th month of pregnancy, embryos give their mothers a fun time when they start getting hiccups that make the belly jump up. Probably the most adorable thing an embryo can do is smiling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all know that India is one of the oldest civilizations in the world with a super rich culture and history. But did you know that some of the stuff you use every single day was invented in the land of spices, sarees and Taj Mahal? From the buttons on your shirt to the shampoo in your shower, there are so many things we can’t go without we can thank India for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that the most intelligent people are usually the least happy individuals among us? If you can relate to most of the signs of a smart person we’ve put together, you must have a high IQ, but might be rather unhappy in life. Follow professional advice of leading experts in psychology to transform your life in a positive way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We seem to think we know pretty much all there is to know about our Earth that nothing can surprise us at this point. You’ll be amazed when you find out how much you have yet to learn about our home planet: let’s start with 10 little-known earthly facts. You might know that it’s called “the blue planet”, but did you know that scientists say Earth was originally a different color? Or that the Moon isn’t Earth’s only satellite? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are some things we use or do all the time without knowing the true reason behind them. Instead of taking them for granted, find out what the most curious facts about everyday objects you never had time to Google. Why are plane windows rounded? Why are sneakers called sneakers? What is the right way to peel a banana? You’ll be surprised to find out the answers to these questions. Did you think croissants were from France? If yes, then you’re not alone. Given the French name, it’s obvious that most people would think they originated in France. But that’s not true. Croissants actually hail from Vienna, Austria. Trailers were originally shown at the end of a feature film screening, but the practice didn’t last long because patrons would leave the theater soon after the films ended. Barbie’s full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts. And, she doesn’t come from Malibu, but a fictional place called Willows in Wisconsin instead. No one can imagine any electronics to be associated with water. But the USB logo has a subtle link to water. It is modeled after the trident of Poseidon, the god of the Sea and other waters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes certain random questions just pop up in your head, but you never actually bother to find the right answer. Lucky for you, we’ve found the answers to some of the most popular questions everybody’s asked themselves at least once in their life. So, let's finally get to the truth! Being an astronaut is such a vastly different profession and way of life from what we know that we’ve got all sorts of questions! For example, what time zone do astronauts on the ISS use? Back in the day, using UTC was convenient for both the USSR and the US, and it’s stayed that way to this very day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to become rich and successful without working hard? In some sense, poverty isn't a lack of money but a particular life program that people create in their mind. Here're 8 habits of a poor person as well as the reasons that can prevent you from getting rich and living a wealthy life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What does it feel like to be a bee? You're always busy storing nectar, producing honey, buzzing around... Sound exciting, right! Let's head on a journey towards the heart and soul of any bee colony - a beehive! You'll get to see how things work there with your own eyes: if it's dark inside a beehive, how many worker bees live there and what the Queen is busy doing. Are you ready? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mars is sometimes called the Red Planet and it's truly special. After the Earth, Mars is the most habitable planet in our Solar System. Is this why NASA chose Mars for investigation? It's the only planet we've sent rovers to explore and each mission costs billions of dollars! Let's take a look at what we've found on the Red Planet so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our bodies are full of mysteries and secrets. It's a complex machine we try to explore and leave no questions without answers. One of them is why no one of Earth has the same fingerprints? Even people who have the same DNA, like siblings or even identical twins end up having different fingerprints. Why is it so? Let's take a look at 40 baffling human body facts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spiderman is cool: he's super strong, fast, has night vision, can crawl walls, produce web and shoot it out of his own wrists. Sounds amazing and so much fun! What would you do if you were a Spiderman? You'd probably spend all day playing with spider web or have to save someone who's in trouble and meet the enemies as well... Let's see what one day as a Spiderman would look like! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space is vast and it's hiding so many secrets! Black holes, dark energy, mysterious stars, unknown planets. Scientists have been looking for one of such planets for 100+ years, but still can't find it. There're clear signs that Planet X exists right in our Solar System, but we don't see it. How it is possible and what's so special about this mysterious planet? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you've ever watched a superhero movie, you've probably wanted really hard to have some superpower. Time travel, super speed, teleportation or super strength. These are all really cool abilities - can I just have them all? How about something unusual - like skin made of steel! You could be a real life Colossus! Will you use your new powers for good? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the strangest natural phenomenon you can think of? Fire tornado, bioluminescent beach, exploding permafrost... if these things don't surprise you, then what does? For example, springy grass that seems so much fun to bounce on, like a trampoline. But it's a trap you'd never wanna get into! Dangerous bouncy grass and other 12+ natural mysteries are waiting for ya! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you know you have an amazing body? That's right! Human bodies are complex wonder machines where each tiny detail matters and has a purpose. Most of us have no idea why our bodies work the way they do and why they are designed the way they are. For example, did you know you actually have the third eyelid and you might lose it one day? And it tuns out, we have something in common with reptiles! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every stone has a story to tell! What seems like a lifeless stone might be a chunk of a huge asteroid that flew by centuries ago... or even a piece of planet that existed before Earth was born! Next time you see a stone, pay attention - it might have some mysterious background. Here're 8 incredible stones discoveries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Virtual reality is exciting! It allows you to immerse into a fictional space you'd probably never see in real life. But let's imagine for a second that you'd get stuck in VR! Crazy adventures, fascinating creatures, traps and many surprises are waiting for you there. Would you be able to adapt yourself to the new circumstances? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space is so vast that it seems we can never fully explore it. How about colonizing it? Today scientists are diligently working on the possibilities for humans to live on other planets. Some are looking for planets just like ours, others explore under which conditions we could build cities across the Milky Way Galaxy. Here's a little spoiler: humans WILL live on other planets, but it'll take 90 million years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Islands are usually associated with sand, beaches, vacation and relaxation. But what if I tell you there're some islands on our planet you'd never wanna visit? For example, an island full of venomous snakes... or an island with creepy dolls hiding in the trees. There's even an island that only a few people get the permission to visit. Here're 5 islands with terrifying and amazing histories! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Deal with a Polygraph Test. These days, you can’t be 100% sure you’ll never have to take a lie detector test so it’s better to prepare yourself for it to know what to do and be safe. This type of testing is often used by big corporations when considering applicants for a certain job or doing internal investigations on staff. The police, military, private investigators, security agencies, and intelligence services also use the polygraph to get truthful answers out of people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Save Money Fast. Saving money isn’t easy, especially for shopping fans who have almost zero self-control. Fortunately, there is a solution for those big spenders who want to save money quickly. All you have to do is follow some simple tips and methods that can help you save more and spend less in no time. The 24-hour rule, no-spend month, buy and save secret and other saving rules will help you reach your financial goals quickly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are some strict laws that many of us have no idea about. Here’s a list of 11 illegal things that you're doing pretty much every day.
You might not even realize it, but there are so many things you probably do on a day-to-day basis that are totally illegal. There are some laws that many of us have no idea about, while others know about them but don’t believe they’ll ever get caught. Bright Side has decided to open your eyes to some of the illegal stuff that you're doing pretty much every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
According to the American Time Use Survey by the U.S. Department of Labor, women spend an average of 17 minutes a day on doing laundry. In case you’re looking for smart tips on how to make your clothes white and soft nearly for free – these life hacks are just for you. You can use some simple things you have at home in the washing machine to get even the most stubborn stains out easily and make your clothes dry faster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all love movie theaters for the special feeling they give with fantastic special effects, complete sound immersion and the taste of popcorn. Would you still love them just as much if you found out their secrets movie theater owners don’t want you to know? We’re going to unveil 10 movie theater secrets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are definitely certain things you can do that will lead to prosperity, but there are others that will bring you to financial disaster. If you want to sleep soundly at 50 because you practiced good money habits at 30, then you’ve come to the right place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We've all wondered why there's so much air in a bag of chips, but what about your soda bottle? Did you ever notice soda bottles are never filled to the top? There's a simple reason for so many details on common objects we all missed. Here are everyday items with a hidden purpose or important detail we all missed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Humans have been on Earth for 300,000 years, yet we still know so little about our own planet. There are amazing facts about the Earth that nobody knows. Like that one time - back when T-Rex ruled our planet 84 million years ago - when Earth fell on its side! Our planet tilted on its axis so much, New York City would be located where Florida is today! Get ready for some incredible facts about the world you won't ever forget! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's the mildly infuriating situations you meet every single day that make you wish you knew a life hack for that! How to quickly clean up spilled wax, how to keep your phone charger wire from breaking, how to keep a bandaid on your finger, how to separate egg yolks quickly and easily. There are so many daily mysteries out there! But I've got a list of time-saving and money-saving tips and lifehacks that actually work! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would Megalodon look like today? Well, a giant shark longer than a bus! But what if the mighty Megalodon mixed with T-Rex! Huge Megalodon teeth - check! T-Rex's powerful legs - done! Nothing could stop a Megalodon and T-Rex hybrid. And guess what? It's running after you!!! You can't outrun a T-Rex and you can't outswim a megalodon. So, what would you do? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NASA space probe Voyager 1 is the first object from Earth to leave our solar system. You think space is a completely silent vacuum, but that's not the case! Voyager 1 entered intergalactic space and finally revealed what deep space sounds like: it hums! Something is causing this humming, the question is: what? That plus more awesome space facts coming your way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's 3AM, everybody's asleep, and you're craving a microwavable treat. Did you know there's a secret mode to silence your microwave?? Yes, now you won't wake everyone up with your midnight cravings! There are so many common objects with hidden purposes you never hear about! If you're ready to finally know the secrets behind the most common items with a hidden purpose, keep watching! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Magnetic Hill in Leh, India is one of the most unusual places on Earth. It's a place where gravity doesn't work. You can put a ball at the foot of a hill, and it'll roll UP the hill! What's behind this unusual phenomenon? Is it an unsolved mystery or something with a simple, science-based explanation? Time to find out! That, and more most unbelievable natural phenomena on Earth! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is the Bermuda Triangle really as mysterious as the myths make you believe? It's one of the busiest shipping and flight routes in the world. So compared to the nonstop high traffic, not that many ships and planes have disappeared in the Bermuda Triangle over the centuries. So, what if you decided to test all the Bermuda Triangle myths and stayed there for 24 hours - would you survive? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Humanity will once again visit the Moon! The mission is planned for 2024. In this crew, we’ll see the first women step on the Moon. The main goal is to establish a lunar base for continued research that will help NASA prepare for an upcoming mission to Mars. NASA has been planning a crewed flight to the Red Planet set for the 2030s.
Robotic rovers did a good job exploring the Martian surface. However, astronauts will have to dig deeper to find evidence of water and any fossils proving microscopic life was once possible on our planetary neighbor. But there are more space missions and astronomical events to get excited about in the near and distant future. So here's a new compilation of the most amazing facts about space! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space travel might be a much closer future than we think. Imagine being able to travel through all the planets of our Solar System? You'd have to learn how to do many things in space... including sleeping. They say, in space sleeping on the floor is as comfortable as sleeping on the wall. How about sleeping on planets with different gravity? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What will the planes of the future look like? New generation of panes are promised to be twice faster, more silent and 'greener'. Supersonic planes, travelling faster than the speed of sound failed once. But it turns out, they've been given a second chance. Let's take a look at the supersonic dream and why it might might be our possible reality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People eat different kinds of eggs: chicken eggs, quail eggs, duck eggs even fish eggs or caviar. How about other types? For example, an ostrich egg is the largest bird egg in the world. It's edible and can feed about 10 people. So why don't we eat them? Let's find out! Spoiler: you'd need to grab a drill to crack one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How did life begin on Earth? Today life has spread over every inch of our planet, but it wasn't always so. When the planet was formed, it was a rock. What brought it to life? There're many versions and theories about the origin of life on Earth, let's get to know the latest. New research suggests that lightning strikes could have played a crucial role in sparking life on our planet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine you’re bored with Earth and packing your bags to blast off into space in search of a new home! You wanna dance in the rain on Venus, play golf on Neptune! Let’s see how doable those and some of your other Earthly activities would be out there in the cosmos! So, you open your eyes in the morning and stand up from your bed. But standing up means having an UP to stand to. In empty space, there’s extremely little gravity, almost none for your senses to make sense of!
And, to be completely candid, there would be no mornings. The Universe is mostly empty space between stars and other objects. But in some areas, matter is pressed so densely that it forms black holes. And if you pass the event horizon, you’re crossing a border where mornings simply do not exist because time doesn’t pass at all! And if you accidentally fell into a black hole, the difference in gravity between your head and feet would be so immense, your body would get stretched out like a spaghetti noodle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How many times have you thought, “What would I buy if I had billions?” Well, when you have so much money you don’t know what to do with it, here’s what the most famous billionaires did! Like Elon Musk's super car, a skyscraper house in India, or even your own new Titanic ship! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Seattle is home to the most mysterious vending machine in the world. It looks like it came straight outta the '80s, and the most unusual part? Nobody knows how it got there. And one day, it vanished just as mysteriously and suddenly as it appeared! Here are some urban legends that to this day remain unsolved mysteries! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you collect everything there is in the universe, but what color would it be? It isn’t possible to answer that, but we can at least go back in time far enough to see how it looked when it all began to exist. Yes, this is apparently possible.
We all know about this mysterious and fascinating moment called the Big Bang, which gave birth to all that we can see around us right now. But originally, the Universe had just one color. As it expanded and cooled down, it formed more and more tangible matter and started to morph into all the colors we’re used to seeing today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our satellites keep finding unusual space objects. Sometimes we know what causes these incredible objects in space, but others remain unsolved mysteries. Here are some awesome space facts and recent space discoveries that have scientists scratching their heads! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever wondered what large pupils mean? If your pupils are larger than normal even in good lighting, it could be one of those signs you're smarter than average! Here's a new round of amazing body facts from Bright Side! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your phone battery is draining fast, but you need it to last longer! You start closing all your apps, but stop right there! No, closing apps doesn't save battery life on iPhone or Android. In fact, it drains your phone battery even faster! Here's a simple trick to get a longer battery life when you need it most! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you ready for a round of fresh facts about space? There are so many myths about space out there that people keep believing. Like what really happens if you fall into a black hole? And can we really save Earth if an asteroid is flying toward us? Here are the most incredible facts about space and the solar system to finally forget about those common myths everybody believes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever wondered how cars are made? From simple affordable cars up to the sleekest luxury vehicles, it all starts from one sheet of metal. Here's a detailed stunning 3D animation of how cars are made from every step: assembly, painting, wiring, testing. Can you believe there's a mile of wiring in just one car?! And how do they get cars to be watertight in the rain? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you became invisible all of a sudden, what would you do first? You can do anything you want and not get caught...or can you? Is invisibility the best superpower? Well, just because you're invisible doesn't mean you're undetectable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The number of magicians in the world is really small. And you are about to become one of those rare people! Yup, sometimes the explanation of the most dazzling and mysterious magic trick is right there on the surface. We tried to learn some magicians’ secrets, and now we have a simple explanation of the most famous tricks.
So let’s take off the magician’s hat, pull that rabbit out of there blocking the view, and see how the world’s most famous illusionists pulled off the greatest tricks we’ve ever seen! You can even learn some of them and surprise your friends and family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Something strange happens in a small village in Poland. Local women sound the alarm. The mayor wants to reward someone who delivers what's been missing. Experts try to solve the inexplicable mystery that'd gripped the place... Relax, nothing criminal going on there. Just a little demographic puzzle.
Miejsce Odrzanskie is an old, cozy village in the south of Poland. A little over 300 people live there now. Many of them have daughters, sometimes even two per family. Just like in the rest of the world, you’d say, except for one thing. Not a single boy has been born there in nearly a decade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do ships and planes vanish without a trace in the Bermuda Triangle? If you draw up a map, trace a line connecting the island of Bermuda, Puerto Rico, Miami, and back to Bermuda, what do you get? Yes, it’s a triangle – a sinister polygon known for mysteriously swallowing over 2,000 ships and 200 aircraft over centuries! And here's a story about the Bermuda Triangle you probably didn’t hear about.
So, the airplane involved was a Beechcraft Bonanza single-engine aircraft. Onboard, pilot Bruce Gernon had two passengers: his father and business partner. They took off from Andros Island in the Bahamas and headed northwest for the Florida coast. It was December 4, 1970. This was a typical flight Bruce had made dozens of times before! But this time would be different. They would face really unexplainable and maybe even mysterious things… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do humans have hair? Why do humans have nails? Why do we have chins? Human body is made up of atoms and cells, it's a complex mechanism where every detail matters. It turns out, we're the only living beings on this planet to have chins, even our close extinct relatives, Neandertals, didn't have it... So what's the purpose of our chins? Here're 30+ human body facts to explore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A peaceful picnic in the park, a hike in the woods, a relaxing swim in the sea: you wouldn’t expect unseen dangers to be lurking around every corner. But you might wanna keep an eye out for these nasty little critters, and never ever touch them!
For example, have you ever seen a kissing bug? Don’t be fooled by the name – there is nothing charming or romantic about these bloodsuckers. Or maybe you think a frog is a harmless creature? Well, if it comes to the golden poison frog, you should know that the coating on the skin of just one frog is enough to take down 10 humans! So, guys, check this list of small yet really dangerous animals and be safe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Recently, astronomers were able to map about 1 billion stars around us. Sounds impressive, but that’s less than 1% of the total stars in the Milky Way. So it’s statistically impossible for us to be the first intelligent species in the galaxy! But if there absolutely should be developed civilizations in the Universe, then where is everybody?
We’ve been looking for about 70 years for any sign of extraterrestrial life, or any communication from little green men or whatever they are. And we still have absolutely nothing to show for it. How is this possible? That exact question was once asked by famous Italian physicist Enrico Fermi, the creator of the first ever nuclear reactor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There're eight planets in our Solar System. But what if all planets fit between Earth and Moon? First of all, could we squeeze all of the planets into such small space? And how would the gravitational pull change? One thing is fir sure: our sky would look amazing! Let's explore, how exactly... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sleep is essential for every human body. But sometimes it's so difficult to fall asleep: you keep tossing and turning and there're many thoughts in your head you simply can't tame. Here're the easiest tips and tricks that can help you get rid of unnecessary thoughts and fall asleep faster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Simple items surround you every day, but they have a hidden purpose that'll make your life easier if only you knew about them! You're finally about to find out all the secrets of everyday objects with an important detail you missed right in front of your eyes! Now you'll use these everyday items for their true hidden purpose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's no secret that life becomes easier when you have a phone in your hand. Different smartphone functions come in handy and save you precious time in various situations. They allow you to reach someone at the other end of the world, send messages to all your friends in just a couple of seconds, and surf the Internet. But do you know how exactly they work? For example, How does Face ID work? Or how does your phone know someone's typing?
By the way, is our phones really listening to us? Or are we just a bit paranoid? We all sometimes receive ads about things we didn’t type or said to our mobile assistant. For example, you and your friend discuss, say, your recent trip to China and how you’d like to go back. The very next day, you see tons of ads about cheap flights to Beijing on your smartphone. So how is it possible? Let's figure out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you looked around house today? You are literally surrounded by the most common objects with hidden purposes! You use them everyday but you failed to pay attention to one important detail! Now discover these common items true hidden purpose! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every day we're surrounded by dozens and hundreds of things made of glass: cups, jars, windows, computer screens, even entire buildings. But what if all glass in your city turns into liquid tomorrow? The stream would probably fill all the streets and houses. Could anyone survive the flood? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I can hardly imagine my life without Internet. Internet is a way to connect me with the rest of the world, share information, have fun, get knowledge and much more... But sometimes my internet speed appears too slow. I've learned there's one setting I can change and it that can solve the problem. I'm ready to share this trick with you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What did the Earth look like in the beginning? Scientists still keep making new discoveries and revealing more facts about our planet and the species inhabiting it billions of years ago. Many curious objects and creatures have been well-preserved in ice. Like a 'frozen dragon' that was found in Canada. This and 11 more objects found in ice made scientists' hair stand on end! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The ocean depth is something you and me can't observe on a daily basis, even though it has so many curious things! For example, how do ocean animals sleep? They don't have comfy places to sleep on, do they? By observing the whales, scientists discovered that these mammals only sleep for about 10-15 minutes a day. And they don't move or breathe at that time... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What will future technology look like? There's no need to wait, some of the futuristic inventions are already available! Phones that get charged through air, glasses that let blind people see, 3D-printed houses. What else? Here's a list of innovations proving we live in the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Everyone's heard of the Titanic. The gigantic ship sank in the North Atlantic Ocean in 1912 but there're still a lot of unanswered questions left. What sank the Titanic? Were there sharks in the water during the shipwreck? Let's imagine what would happen if the ocean was full of sharks that day... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Only a sharp eye will catch so many hidden details on common objects surrounding you each day. If only you'd known about these hidden purposes of everyday things sooner! Like what that bottom rack on a shopping cart is for? Or a secret locking mode on your pants zipper! Look around your house for everyday items with important details you missed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
An average person usually gets around 7-9 hours of sleep per night. Sleep is needed for our bodies to fully recharge, remain healthy. Without sleep our brains can't function properly. But what if the whole world loses sleep for one week? Here's a scenario that'll make you appreciate your sleeping hours even more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Everyday you wake up surrounded by common objects with a hidden purpose! You might use them daily, but there are hidden purposes in everyday things hardly anyone knows! Our perhaps you have a Sherlock's eye, and you've noticed details hiding on simple objects. Now you'll finally know what that's for! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The world is full of places that keep mystifying scientists and geologists. The cave of crystals, rocks looking just like whales, grassy mounds of unknown origin... How were they formed and why is there no second place like that? Are you ready for a journey across the strangest geological spots of the Earth? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You've been celebrating Birthday since you were born and you can definitely say how old you are in about a second, right? But how old would you be on Mars and other planets of our Solar System? A year on Mars is almost twice as long as that on Earth. Let's see on which planet you'll age the slowest and the fastest! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gold is a precious metal and has a high economic value. Everyone wants a piece of gold! But what if this rare metal starts appearing everywhere? Let's imagine you could turn objects into gold ones. Your phone, car, trees - all made of gold. What next? Spoiler: our planet might not survive then... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feeling sleepy and lazy... why do people say they're tired all the time? About one third of teens and adults have low energy even if they had enough sleep. Let's find out why many people feel exhausted all the time and how to fix it? Spoiler: one of the reasons might be in the food you eat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Look up... space is full of objects you have no idea about! One of them is an interstellar object passing right in the Earth's backyard. It's the fist such visitor in our Solar System. It's the size of a spacecraft and flew really close to Planet Earth. Let's take a closer look at it and find out how it ended up so close to us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Island vacation is associated with paradise, sandy beaches and crystal water. But what if I tell you it's not always so! Here're 15 islands that will never be on your vacation list. One is home to an active volcano, another one is full of snakes, another island is overrun with saltwater crocodiles... You don't want to visit these beaches on vacation, trust me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jerry Crew has been working for the Wallace Brothers’ logging company for two years, and this was a perfectly normal day for him. It was August 1958 in Northern California. Jerry came to the construction site, where about 30 other crewmembers were already on the job. As he was walking toward his bulldozer, he noticed strange footprints on the ground. Jerry realized that something massive lives in these woods… So, is Bigfoot real? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You’d never know it, but the way you charge your phone can be crucial for not only your electricity bills and safety, but also the lifespan of its battery. The phone batteries used today are based on a precise number of charge cycles and to make them last longer, it is advised to never charge them to 100% or drain them to 0%.
If, for some reason, you wanna discontinue your phone use for some time, charge it to 50% and turn it off. This percentage is said to be the healthiest for a lithium-ion battery. With this level of charge, you can store it for months with the least possible damage to your gadget. And don’t forget to turn it on every once in a while and top off the battery. But there are also other tips about the right way to charge your phone, so you can use it in the best way possible and avoid any dangers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you’ve ever spent pointless hours trying to get to sleep, chances are you’ve been part of the 30% of the population has dealt with secondary insomnia. The good news is that next time you can fix it in seconds. This type of insomnia is usually the effect of anxiety which keeps you up thinking about things that worry you and making it difficult to relax and fall asleep. As long as you can manage to relax, you’ll be able to fall asleep in no time.
We've prepared a list of the fastest methods you can use to relax and fall asleep, so that next time, falling asleep is the least of your worries. For example, some people claim white noise helps them fall asleep faster and sleep better. It’s odd that a combination of audible frequencies might help you sleep, but it works wonders for some! Also, a study showed that eating breakfast for dinner was really helpful for those who want to fall asleep faster. So, wanna boost your productivity with better sleep? Check this out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Her paintings have a distinctive one-of-a-kind style. Her unibrow has become iconic. If you’ve seen her once, you’ll never confuse her with anyone else. Frida Kahlo was an extremely strong woman whose brilliant works of art were inspired by her own life-long challenges and suffering.
It seems like there was a veil of mystery around Frida ever since she was born. Even though her birth year was 1907, she changed it to 1910. And, she didn’t do it to be 3 years younger, but to have a connection to the Mexican Revolution that started in 1910 and lasted up until 1920. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine you woke up one day to find out that you’re a multi-millionaire. What’s the first thing you’d do? Maybe buy your dream house? Or a superfast car? Possibly a yacht? But you see, not everyone has the same impulses.
One janitor managed to prove everyone wrong with his intelligence and investments. By the time he was 92 years old, he was worth 8 million, and he’d achieved it all by himself. His story, however, is rather unusual. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you often travel for pleasure or business, you spend a good deal of time at hotels. Hotel rooms are supposed to be the epitome of cleanliness! At least you hope so. But in fact, the objects you’d never think could be dirty are the biggest sources of germs.
Hotel staff are required to disinfect the obvious stuff in the bathroom like the toilet and sink, but more obscure items get cleaned less often. The hairdryer, the carpet, lamp switches and TV remotes are only some of the objects on the list. Let’s see what else you should try to avoid touching in a hotel room. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Say you’re on a long 12-hour flight. You’ll have get some shut-eye, and hopefully when you wake up, it’ll be almost landing time. Have you ever wondered if – and where – your flight attendants and pilot can get some rest too? Cause they need some rest on long flights too!
Well, there are secret bedrooms on planes where the pilot and crew can squeeze a nap in! Also, if they’re on an especially long flight, the flight attendants and pilot can grab a shower and just have some privacy to freshen up. That might lead you to wonder what other secrets your airplane is hiding! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you ever have bad days? We all do. Well, here’s something to lift your spirits and inspire you to keep going: the story of Hugh Glass. The true story behind Leonardo DiCaprio's character in The Revenant. The guy who survived an encounter with a bear and crawled 200 miles. And he did plenty more besides.
For example, as a young man, Glass worked as a sailor and was captured by pirates. The pirates’ captain suggested Glass join his group, and of course, he agreed. After 2 years of pirate adventures, Glass escaped by swimming two miles across the open sea! He reached the coast of Texas. Without a map or equipment, he began to make his way north. Throughout his life, Hugh Glass took part in daring adventures. It seems that fate was preparing him all along for the legendary meeting with that bear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What secrets would phone sales reps never tell you? No-no, it’s not like they are bad guys with some master plan. But being in this business makes them hide things from customers. They come walking up with a big friendly smile, “Hey, how can I help you today?” What they really mean is, “What can I sell you?” But don’t be mad – they are just doing their job!
Do you know, for example, why they are more interested in selling you a phone at the end of each month than in the beginning? Or why when you see a low price for a nice phone, there’s usually a catch? Or why tables with tester-models are always in the center of the store? Interested? Let's find out the whole truth! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Okay, here’s a riddle. They surround you every day – you share your home with them! – yet you might not pay the slightest attention to their existence. We're gonna talk about everyday objects with hidden uses you might not know about! Yes, ordinary things can be full of surprises.
Every day, we do hundreds of ordinary things without even thinking. Take a stapler from your desk or a usual tape measure and look at them. Pretty sure, you won’t see anything special about these everyday things. But as it turns out, even ordinary objects can hold a bit of mystery. So let's discover new and amazing things together! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do fake phone numbers start with 555? What exactly do SIM cards do? Why should you wait a week or so after an update comes out before installing it, instead of doing so straight away? What's the chance of someone falsely unlocking your phone with their fingerprint? Today we'll try to answer different tricky why's about cell phones and talk about security.
Security features such as FACE ID and TOUCH ID are important for your phone. But did you know, for example, that when FACE ID first came out, researchers tried to compromise the face recognition technology during a convention? And it took them less than two minutes. They took a phone from someone who was asleep, along with a pair of glasses. Then they stuck two pieces of tape where the eyes should have been. They turned the phone screen to face the individual, and it unlocked! So, how many of these cell phone facts do you know? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It seems we know everything but then a small question gets us stumped. Like, when you see a plane flying but don't see its shadow. Why don't planes cast shadows? If you knew the answer to this question, you'll get your teacher really surprised. Here're over 20 cool things to learn today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s 1961, and Dr. Arthur Duperrault decided to take his family of five on a long-awaited vacation to the Bahamas. And the trip was going perfectly: sailing across the sunny seas, swimming in the ocean, bathing in the sun. Five days of maritime paradise. Kids laughing, adults smiling, everyone was happy… or so it seemed.
The events that followed are fit to make your hair stand on end. Even now, more than fifty years later, it’s hard for Terry Jo to speak of what happened on the fifth night, and you really can’t blame her… Lost, famished, scared, and drifting alone in the open sea for almost 4 days on a tiny raft. And all that when she was just 11 years old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered why you feel the way you do? It's amazing how every 'unique' mind at some level functions in a similar way. If you know these common traits, it might be easier to communicate and deal with people. Another level is to master body language. Some of the signs indicate if a person is angry or nervous... or lies to you! Let's get to know them... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Astronomers have detected the largest comet to date, and it is coming for a visit. It's the most giant comet found so far in the Solar System! What would happen if it hit our planet? Let's get to know the coolest space facts that'll impress even the best astronomy teacher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The gemstone, which is now called the Hope Diamond, was formed deep within the Earth more than 1 billion years ago! It was originally used as one of the decorations of an Indian temple idol. But one day a Hindu priest decided it was far too beautiful and valuable to leave there and plucked it out. He was severely punished, of course, but the Hope Diamond was already out of the temple.
“The King's jewel,” “The blue of France” - these are some nicknames for the most mysterious and seemingly dangerous gem in history. The selected few who were “lucky” enough to possess the famous Hope Diamond died horrific deaths. But in the beginning, nobody could foresee the trouble... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Common objects hide secret purpose nobody knows about! Even emojis... those little icons we send each other to show emotions are often used and interpreted wrong! Let's get to know the initial meaning of some of the emojis and never send them without fully understanding them. Isn't it exciting when something common turns out to be unusual?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's difficult to start anything from scratch. How about starting to live on our planet from scratch? Imagine that someone reset the Earth! Now there're no technology, buildings, no internet... just nature and us. How would people start over? If all modern comforts vanished in 1 day, would we survive? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The dinosaurs roamed the Earth many years ago but we're still thinking and talking about them! What if the dinosaurs never went extinct and they're just hiding really well? Let's imagine there's a Dino egg right in your backyard! You find it and it hatches... what would you do? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
All my life I sought answers. As a kid, I read a book that gave me this idea: everything happens for a reason, and everyone has their own destiny. Since then, I’ve been seeking mine. At first, I was as starry-eyed as any kid: I wanted to have some glorified profession that involved saving lives and being heroic.
Then I grew up, and at 15 I realized that there were other ways to help people, and they suited me better. I wanted to help people get a roof over their head. I decided to become one of the greatest architects of our time, give homes to thousands, if not millions of people, build a real estate empire that no one could rival! I could do it because I was born for it. Or... not? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you see this, run away! If you ever come to the beach beware of a rip current. They say this can be even more dangerous than sharks. What's so scary about this thing any beachgoer might face? Let's find out, what makes a rip current hidden danger at the beach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to believe in love again? People with a good sense of humor live happier lives. These short stories will charge your day with positive energy! They'll about usual people in usual everyday situations showing an unusual approach to them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As soon as objects around us become part of our everyday routine, we stop wondering why they were created this way a long time ago. Sometimes we stop fully understanding the purpose of all the details of everyday items. For example, the holes on coffee stirrers are there for a reason, it's not just a random idea of a designer. So much though was put into designing them! Let's take a look at 76 details of these simple objects that have a hidden purpose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Titanic is one of the most famous shipwrecks in history. But many details of what exactly happened still remain a mystery. One of them: what happened to the iceberg that sank the Titanic? It turns out, the iceberg was floating for one more year after the shipwreck. Let's unveil one of the secrets surrounding the Titanic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chili pepper is good for you: you can add it in your food, make a sauce with it... or put it in your socks! If you have troubles with falling asleep and often feel cold, put some chili peppers into each sock. Each foot has 72,000 nerve endings corresponding to different areas and chili pepper has a component that activates them! Let's learn more about it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most people think signs of bugs are limited to seeing the actual critters. But pests in your home show clear signs of their presence. In fact, your home can be sparkling clean without a bug in sight! But if you see holes in the rugs or yellow markings in your books, you've got bugs hiding! How else can tell know if your home has a bug problem without you knowing it? Look for these 13 signs of pests and unwanted bugs in your home and how you can get rid of them quickly! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if Megalodon never went extinct and the giant predator still lives in the Bermuda Triangle? That would make this zone twice a no-go area! Place the famous Titanic there - and the greatest mystery turns into the greatest action movie! Imagine if the Titanic and Megalodon met in the Bermuda Triangle... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if humans lived for 400 years? Let's imagine that our lifespan could get over four times longer. That would be a long adventure! How would it effect out health and after how many years would we become teenagers? The more scientists learn about our age, the more questions arise. Let's answer some of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What was the strangest dinosaur? Many of us know what T rex looked like, but it wasn't the only Dino out there. Some of the dinosaurs had feathers, others looked like giant chicken. There even was a dinosaur that looked like a big rat, another Dino had only one finger! But which of the dinosaurs was the weirdest? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you happened to visit the cockpit of a plane, you probably noticed that the pilot sat on the left seat. The co-pilot occupied the right one. Is there any specific reason for it? Why can't they randomly switch places? Let's answer the most curious questions about planes you've definitely asked at least once. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You look in the mirror and see... nothing! Could you live in a world without mirrors? Of course someone could draw your face for you but it's not the same. Psychological tips about accepting your appearance wouldn't be needed - as you wouldn't know what you look like. Let's imagine what it would be like if you never saw your reflection again... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The ocean covers over 70% of the surface of the Earth. No wonder the ocean is full of mysteries. The Bermuda Triangle, the unmapped ocean floor, the Baltic Sea Anomaly... What makes the Baltic Sea so mysterious and what could be hiding in its depth? Let's reveal some of the most hidden ocean secrets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Skeptics say that “Love is a myth.” But all of their arguments are worth nothing compared to the love stories of real people that we’ve collected for you. Love helps us cope with hardships, believe in miracles, and strengthens us. These 10 touching stories confirm that true love is a very real thing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
During summer it's especially important to stay hydrated and cool. Sizzling temperatures and too much heat can be really dangerous for your body. If you're asleep, you might not even notice that it's too hot. But what if there's no AC in your house? We've gathered the most useful lifehacks to beat the heat. Here're over 30 effective tips how to stay cool with no AC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you believe in fate? Isn't it amazing in one moment, people can meet each other and their lives change forever? Chance encounters aren't necessarily accidental! Sometimes we seem to end up in the right place at the right time as though by someone’s will, leading us to think that this is "simply fate."
Here are ten stories about how coincidences changed people’s lives for the better. Frankly speaking, the last story almost brought me to tears. Let’s see which story will melt your heart the most. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What makes a bridge strong? It doesn't always have to be out of metal or concrete to be strong. Can you imagine a bridge that's created entirely of living tree roots? Some Indian tribes became masters of making such living bridges. Some of such bridges are over 180 years old! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each camel has a hump... what for? You've probably heard the version that camels have those humps to store water. Well, it's a myth! They use them as a reservoir but for something else... Let's learn together, what's stored there! We've got plenty of other misconceptions debunked. Here're over 60 myths you believed your entire life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With every second, you move one second into the future. But one person managed to time travel a little further into the future: 0.02 seconds further! And, technically, you could do the same! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Look around your house right now. How much stuff is cluttering your home that you should've tossed long ago? We have different reasons for keeping things we all need to throw away. "I might need all those take-out menus hanging on the fridge! Hey, those old smartphones might have personal information on them!" Yeah, but not really. Grab a trash can, recycle bin, and let's get to decluttering your home! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You ever notice how the portions at fancy expensive restaurants are so small? I decided to do some digging why that is - maybe some tricks restaurants use to get you to spend more? Here's what I found! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hikers all over the world keep coming across something very unusual: abandoned stairs in the middle of the woods. So what's behind this most unusual phenomenon? Where are these stairs in the woods coming from Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some natural phenomena are fascinating and spooky at the same time! For example, hikers in California were surprised to witness giant shadow creatures in the mountains. What are those? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You're taking a relaxing bath and you feet are always sticking out from it... Why can't a bathtub be just a little bigger? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is it possible to stop time? Not really, unless you have the superpowers and imagination! Let's take a look at an alternative reality, where you could have the ability to press the 'pause' button, whenever you wanted to. What would you do, if you could freeze time and what consequences would it have? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if gravity stopped? We have all experienced the force of gravity - that's what happens to you when you jump into the air. But what if Earth's gravity was half as strong as now? You'd be able to jump higher than you can now and would probably touch the ceiling. But not only that... animals would grow giant. Why? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the most mysterious place on Earth? Is there a place where ice never melts? There's a spot in China that remains frozen even through blazing summers. It's a strange patch of "Cold Earth" that remains under the ice even if it's hot outside. What's going on there and why doesn't that ice melt under the sun rays? Let's discover these 18 biggest natural mysteries and unusual places on Earth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why does rain have a calming effect? Why does rain have a distinctive smell? Rain is a curious phenomenon that raises so many questions... For example, did you know that there's the edge of rain? You can rarely see it, but it exists! It's a weather phenomenon that can be seen from the ground at large distances from the storm itself. Would you like to walk by the edge of rain? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would you do if you lost your memory? Contact a specialist, call your mom? But what if all 8 billion people lost their memory at once? We'd forget how to use a phone or a laptop, we'd forget how to communicate. We'd have to learn everything from scratch. Let's imagine what the world would look like if our memory was wiped clean... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is known about Bermuda Triangle? We've all heard that Bermuda Triangle is a mystery: it's a section in the ocean where numerous ships and planes are said to have vanished. Some of the theories claim there's a space-time rift in this region. But are these true facts or mere myths we've chosen to believe? Here're 9 well-known Bermuda Triangle misconceptions smashed with facts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if Titans were real? Imagine your street full of huge people- the size of a skyscraper! What would a Titan look like? Would a Titan be like a regular human, only much taller and bigger? Would they live a peaceful life or disrupt our transport, agriculture, and much of the infrastructure? And, would humans stand a chance to survive by their side? Let's see what'd happen... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Was the megalodon the biggest shark? What was the size of a megalodon? It's been believed that Meg was nearly the length of two school buses in size. But a new method of calculating the megalodon's size claims the previous numbers were an underestimation. New studies suggest Meg was 2 times bigger than we thought! No wonder megalodon was the king of the ocean. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I bet there're numerous everyday objects you've been using wrong! A lot of common objects have secrets we've all failed to pay attention to. What are they? What is the pattern on Oreos? And why do eggs have blood in them? Here're 33 hidden details you missed right before your eyes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the coolest hotel in the world? Does each hotel hide secrets from its guests? Are there secret rooms in hotels? Did you know that some hotels can track stolen items, like towels or robes? Let's get to know all the secrets from the industry insiders. Here're 30 things hotels would rather not let you know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How big was the asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs? When did a meteorite last hit Earth? Was there a meteorite bigger than the dinosaur meteorite? Yup, there was! Let's take a look at the crater of a meteorite bigger than the dinosaur one. Isn't it exciting? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are normal bathroom habits? Which bathroom habits are dangerous for you? A bathroom is an important place in your house: you start your day in the bathroom, you wash all the dirt away there, it brings you relief. But it turns out, if you go in the shower, you might wanna go elsewhere when you hear running water! Here're 12 habits we all do but need to stop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why are human eyes so different? Why are human eyes different shapes? It turns out, blue eyes don't have any pigment. Brown eyes get their color from melanin, the same pigment that colors your skin. People with green eyes have light brown pigment on one or both layers of their iris. Then what does blue color get from? Let's find out, why blue eyes are just an illusion... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Which place on Earth hides the most secrets? The Bermuda Triangle, or some place that doesn't appear on Google Earth? How about a place with two-billion-old water? Would you dare to take a sip? An ancient pool was found in Canada and its water remained untouched for centuries! How did it happen? Here're 13 amazing places on Earth that hide ancient secrets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do we have seedless fruits? How to grow fruit without seeds? The world is full of curious things. Children usually ask a million questions about how things work in the world. But as we grow up, we stop getting surprised and stop asking questions. Here're 25 why's I always wondered and finally googled. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How did the dinosaurs go extinct? Could dinosaurs still be alive? Why did the asteroid hit Earth? There're so many questions when it comes to the Dino world. Scientists still keep looking for answers. Recently it's been revealed that the giant asteroid could be visible in space 1 year before it hit our planet. Could the collision be prevented? What exactly could be seen in the night sky? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why is space dark? Is Milky Way visible from Earth? Scientists keep an eye on the Galaxy and observe what's going on there. Sometimes the events leave them with even more questions than before! Something tore a hole in Milky Way Galaxy and vanished! Scientists still can't find that mysterious object. Let's explore how it was possible... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are we alone in space? Are there other civilizations on other planets? The Milky Way, home to our Solar System, counts numerous planets and stars. Can there be life there? We've gathered a list of possible civilizations that may hide in our galaxy. Let's head on a journey in space to find 36 worlds with possible life! Isn't it exciting? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You use it every day but it was hiding a secret purpose this whole time! Common objects have hidden purposes you never knew about until now. Like how to peel a banana (it's not how you've been doing it!), a secret message hiding in your deck of cards, and even your favorite juice box you've loved your whole life: there was a straw the whole time! I searched the latest TikTok videos and viral clips and found hidden purposes in common objects and myths we all believed that actually aren't true. Check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Posting too much information on Facebook might be unsafe for you and your family. Here're 10 things you should delete from your Facebook. It can even help you protect your house from burglary while you are away!
Facebook. It “helps you connect and share with the people in your life.” And “it’s free and always will be.” It’s hard to find a person who has never seen these lines in their life. Facebook has gone through a lot of transformations since its original launch in 2004 as a Harvard student network. Are you among those 2 billion people who belong to a $500 billion empire? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you an experienced driver? Then you surely know that having a car is not easy. You have to deal with many little problems all the time: a scratch here, window crack there… You also have to watch out for the safety of your car. Do you want to learn how to keep your coffee cup safe at speed? To make your life easier, we collected some tips that are useful for both beginners and professionals! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to drink coffee the right way and healthy? Why is coffee good for you? Here are 7 surprising reasons why you need to get yourself a cup of coffee right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The progress doesn’t stand still and new functions make our gadgets closer to the devices from science-fiction movies! Many everyday tasks can be made so much simpler if you master a few tricks when handling your Android device. Here is a list of such awesome hidden features! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
63% of people aged between 18 and 29 and 30% of people from 30 to 64 fall asleep holding their smartphones. Did you know that smartphones can harm your brain, disrupt your body's biorhythms, and damage your health? Shockingly, but a double espresso influences our body less than the light of our phone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Free Wi-Fi is awesome, no doubts here. However, public networks hide numerous hazards, including even the risk of losing all the funds in your bank account. We’ve collected the most crucial tips to ensure you never become a victim of web fraud when using public Wi-Fi access. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With each passing day, the world progresses toward the simplification of human life. Here are some amazing inventions, ingenious in their simplicity and functionality. A hook that raises chips, a perfect measuring spoon for protein can, a cash register without candy, a toilet paper with a removable roll, a hair straightener in the pub toilet and a fitting room with different light modes to name a few! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to protect your privacy? How to stay safe while using your phone? Did you know that anyone can get your personal information and read your private messages? Here's a list of the most useful codes for smartphones all in one video, together with some instructions on how to detect intruders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A regular lack of sleep makes us feel exhausted right after waking up. Moreover, it’s one of the main reasons for gaining weight. Here are twelve simple tips on how to fight the "monsters" that prevent you from sleeping soundly and, as a result, feeling well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many things in movie theaters seem quite strange. For example, the fact that popcorn can be as expensive as your ticket! Let’s explore what movie theaters try to hide from us every single day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Earth is round, Mercury is the hottest planet, and the Sun is yellow. It would seem that these are all simple, undeniable facts known even to those with no real knowledge of astronomy. However, it’s time to think again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We’ve always been fascinated by what would become of Earth and us if something disastrous happened. Have you wondered about it as well? Well, that’s why Hollywood makes so many movies about the end of the world. So what would happen if Earth suddenly stopped spinning (it’s really slowing down, by the way!). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Anyone who’s ever been on a diet knows how long it takes for the unwanted pounds to go away. Sound familiar? Then you should know that some of your nighttime habits might prevent you from losing weight and make you gain weight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How many times a year do you start a new diet? Weight loss doesn’t have to be stressful or complicated. All you have to do is build simple habits to see the weight come off. Here are ten scientifically proven tips on how to achieve your dream body in almost no time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Being a scientist is fun: you conduct new experiments every day (some of them are totally crazy!). And all these experiments can prove incredible facts, and we chose those we considered the most amazing and unbelievable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Everyone knows lemons are beneficial to us because of the high vitamin C level. We add this fruit to tea, and use we it when cooking and curing colds. However, there are more incredible properties of lemons. If you place a piece of lemon next to your bed, it will bring benefits to your health. Believe it or not, the smell of lemon can invigorate you, help you concentrate and stimulate your mental abilities. Also, the lemon essential oil is a proven remedy for depression! Grab a lemon and smell it – your mood will lift up immediately! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most of us adore beach resorts and go to one of the large saltwater bodies at least once a year. However, we shouldn’t forget that the sea is as attractive as it is wayward. We at Bright Side wondered how a person who happened to be in the open sea should behave. It turns out there are several rules that aren’t at all difficult to remember.
Despair is your most dangerous enemy. Don’t give up hope of being saved. There are many stories of people who were found in the open sea months after their disappearance. For instance, 25-year-old sailor Poon Lim, who worked on a British merchant ship, survived alone 133 days in the open sea. After a shipwreck, he managed to find a raft with fresh water, cookies, flares, and a flashlight. Every day, Lim ate only 2 cookies and made 3 sips of water. To avoid muscle atrophy, he even floated around the raft twice a day. As you can see, human possibilities are endless. The main thing is to keep calm and hope for the best. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
More than half the world’s population suffers from dehydration without even realizing that this can lead to serious health problems. Learn the ways in which dehydration can have negative effects and a simple way to check your level of dehydration in 5 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all are familiar with life’s main indispensable safety rules. However, sometimes we find ourselves facing an unexpected situation that makes us feel confused and at a loss for what to do. Here are a few important facts that will be helpful in dealing with any unforeseen predicament! Pay attention to fact number 2 as knowing this rule has already saved many lives! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Healthy food isn’t always tasty, but with regards to bananas, this isn’t the case. Did you know that bananas bring a great many benefits to your health? Eating just two bananas a day can truly transform your body in a month! Don’t miss our little bonus – it can help you look gorgeous every single day without wasting money on cosmetics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A protruding belly is actually a natural process of your body. In a normal state, about 1 liter (about half) of the stomach and intestine is filled with gas. The air in the stomach is the result of the work of intestinal microorganisms that help the digestive process. The harder it is for your stomach to digest food; the more gas you get. Bright Side offers several ways to get rid of a bloated belly and at the same time help the stomach in its daily hard work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Airplanes are one of the most modern forms of transport, and it’s no surprise that many people who use them don’t know about all of their peculiarities. We at Bright Side have collected some important tips for traveling by air that can really help to make your journey a lot more comfortable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Washing your hair too frequently can cause more harm than good according to Lynne Goldberg, Director of the Boston Medical Center Hair Clinic. Constant washing causes your sebaceous glands to produce more fat. As a result, you get into a real vicious circle. We prepared a list of tips that’ll allow you to wash your hair less often and still continue to look gorgeous!
Did you know, for example, that dry shampoos create a shell around the greasy strands that, for a time, makes your hair look clean? Or that hot water increases the amount of fat secreted by the skin? Btw, after you’ve washed your hair, it’s best to let it dry naturally. Try to avoid a hairdryer as much as you can! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you're a dog person, you've probably heard numerous myths about them. Some of the misconceptions are that dogs are colorblind or that all of them are great swimmers. Another myth refers to 'dog years'. Many people believe that if you want to convert dog years to human years, you need to follow this rule: one year for your pooch equals seven years for you. But it's not right. Let's learn how to count them right and debunk some of the most common myths about dogs! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do we sleep? What if you sleep too much? Three days, one week... how about sleeping for one month straight? What happens to your body when you sleep too much? Many of us are dreaming of getting a good night's sleep as we're tired from lots of work, running, and bustling. But have you ever wondered what'd happen if that sleep lasted much longer than you're used to? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Megalodon was real, megalodon was the biggest shark in the world. It was almost three times bigger than the largest recorded great white shark. How did megalodon go extinct? Did megalodon evolve into another shark? Let's listen to the story of this great ocean predator! Spoiler: the animal that took out megalodon still swims today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever asked questions about your body - why is human body compared to an engine? Why is human body so complex? Every little detail in this mechanism matters and serves its function. Take a look at your little finger. Did you know, that without a little finger, one would lose 50 per cent of the hand's strength! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How can the Titanic be reached? How to raise the Titanic? This emblematic ship would be a great museum if we managed to but it on solid ground. Many schemes have been proposed to raise the Titanic: huge magnets, an enormous hook, even millions of Ping Pong balls to fill it in. What else? Recovering the Titanic isn't easy but might be possible... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's going on in space? How do we explore space? Every day astronomers bring us new information about comets, moons, galaxies and other planets. For example, Jupiter's moon has been detected to send us radio signals. The emission lasted for about five seconds and was a first-time detection from the moon. What does it mean for us? Will those mysterious signals repeat? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You can find hidden secrets in all of the everyday things surrounding you. What's the purpose of the small pocket in jeans? Why does a keyboard have ridges on the letters K and J? Every object around you has a meaning, purpose and function. Sometimes those aren't obvious, sometimes we don't fully understand the purpose of things we come across every day. Let's get to know them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why is Mars exploration important? Is it possible to colonize Mars? How much money is spent on Mars exploration? As one of the latest steps to explore the Red Planet NASA has decided to collect soil and bring it on Earth. If these plans come true, this soil is predicted to be the most expensive commodity on Earth. Why will it cost so much? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why is the Amazon forest called the lungs of the Earth? The Amazon rainforest is a unique habitat, as it houses about 10% of our planet's biodiversity. The Amazon rainforest is very divergent by nature. No wonder it's home to numerous monsters including the world's heaviest snake. Let's take a look at these 18 Amazon monsters that'll make your heart skip beat! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if you could live forever? What if you were immortal? What would you do? Would you devote your life to science and discoveries or keep doing what you do now? Would you travel around the world or find a calm place to live a long happy life? Would you tell your beloved ones you were immortal? Let's imagine if you could live forever... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why is gold valuable? Why is gold so expensive? Gold is used to make jewelry and not just that: it's also a currency. Societies and economies have long placed value on this precious metal and perpetuated its worth. Why are humans so drawn to gold? Not platinum or silver... or any stone from your backyard? Let's get to know, what makes gold important. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're so used to seeing certain everyday things that we stop paying attention to so many details! Very often the most ingenious ideas are hidden behind unremarkable features. For example, those toilet seat covers - are you sure you use them right? Here're 29 secrets of common objects you've been using wrong the whole time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why haven't we found proof of life on other planets? Is there extraterrestrial life elsewhere in the universe? Or are we alone in space? Scientists've found water and ice on other planets. Does it mean life is possible there? Why haven't we found lifeforms on other planets? Let's see if aliens are just characters from sci-fi movies or our possible real friends? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did our ancestors have smartphones?! How accurate were their predictions about robots?! We’ve found 11 things that had emerged much earlier than we originally thought.
It’s a little-known fact, but some "modern" inventions actually appeared centuries or even millennia ago. Claiming that all ancient people were primitive is a blatant injustice. As a bonus, we’ll tell you when the modern versions came along! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
“Cats live for themselves,” - Rudyard Kipling claimed. They aren’t inclined to become attached to others. Unlike dogs, which wag their tails and run up to you for a hug, cats are much more reserved. Their owners can only guess what their furry companions are feeling. It's time to decode all the hidden signals cats give out. If you think your pet acts strangely, don’t worry! Perhaps they just show you their love! You'll find a useful bonus at the end – how to understand your cat’s emotions by its tail! Here we go: your cat truly loves you if... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you think you know your iPhone very well? Did you know how to improve Wi-Fi speed on your iPhone in just one click? Here are the 20 most incredible iPhone tricks Apple doesn’t talk about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Eating too much sugar can seriously affect your health. What will happen to your heart, brain, and skin, if you quit sugar at least for a week? Eating too much sugar leads to weight gain, sharp mood swings, and even addiction. Some nutritionists consider sugar to be even more dangerous than fat, but we still don’t pay enough attention to the amount of sugar we consume every day. What will happen to you if you quit sugar at least for a week? Well, the changes are going to be incredible! We're going to tell you how you'll feel if you stop eating donuts and if it’s even worth the effort. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Life is unpredictable, so don’t be surprised if you suddenly find yourself wrong in your beliefs or expectations. That’s normal, even if it seems illogical sometimes. Here are 15 short stories that prove no matter what’s happening around, there’s always a place for a miracle, kindness, and laughter. Honestly, the story about a deaf cat made all my friends cry tears of joy. Let’s see which story will get you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to prevent smelly feet? Yeast infections and stress provoke increased sweating, which can cause bacteria growth and bad smells. Learn some brilliant tips on how to get rid of smelly feet once and for all. Also, you’ll finally get to know how to make your favorite shoes as comfortable as possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to improve your eyesight at home? Exercising your eyes is one of those simple things that very few people do. However, it can help you maintain excellent vision. Here are 10 exercises that will take you no more than ten minutes to do. You can give them a try right now = we are going to do all of them with you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People share accepted opinions on every famous historical event. However, there is a chance that some of them were imposed on us by the powers that be, possibly for their profit. The alternative does not always mean correct, and they are not officially recognized (however, we wish the last point was true!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We’re used to thinking everything has its purpose. However, many items we use every day were once used quite differently. Bright Side suggests looking into the history of ordinary things to see what purpose they served before becoming what we know them to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Japanese people are known for their intelligence, politeness, and wellness. Why is this nation so unique and different from the rest of the world? It seems we’ve found the answer – they have an incredibly cool education system and unique teaching methods! There is a unique method in Japanese schools for developing creativity in kids. We believe that the whole world needs to adopt it! It’s called “Nameless paints.” We'll tell you how it works. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Regardless of whether we’re young or old, the world in which we live is full of incredible things and phenomena of which we’ve yet to learn. That’s how it is, how it’s always been, and how it always will be. One simply can’t know everything. Here's a collection of fascinating facts that are definitely worth checking out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The human body is an incredibly intricate and complex system. Did you know that there are more than 300 million capillaries in your lungs? If you stretch them from end to end, they will reach the distance that is equal to the width of the US. Or that if you kiss another person for a certain amount of time, this is much more effective in terms of hygiene than using chewing gum? It normalizes the level of acidity in your oral cavities! Doesn't this sound amazing?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's your favorite travel destination? Is it some beautiful European city like Paris, Rome or Athens? But have you ever noticed that European cities are much flatter than those in USA or Asia? Of course there're tall buildings in the financial districts but their number is nothing compared to those in other parts of the world. What stops Europeans from building a large number of skyscrapers and start looking like New York, for example? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Space is really big and there's so much to explore! Each planet in our Solar System is unique, has its atmosphere defined by the layer of gas enveloping it. On Earth the atmospheric ozone protects us from ultraviolet radiation and allows organisms to live. What's the atmosphere of Mars, Venus and other planets of our Solar System? And how does it affect the sound of your voice? Let's explore how you'd sound on other planets! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do planes fly so high and how do pilots know exactly when to start landing? The work of each airplane is exact science. Even though planes are one of the most popular ways to travel, they remain somewhat enigmatic and raise numerous questions. For example, have you ever noticed that after choosing a window seat you might end up looking at a wall? Why aren't plane seats lined up with windows? Could it be a design flaw? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ocean exploration: how fast is it going? Just 5% of the ocean discovered... doesn't sound like a lot, does it? Why haven't we explored more of the ocean? Think about it: we know space more than what hides in our ocean waters. Here're 30 ocean facts that'll send shivers down your spine. Spoiler: there's a 'milky sea' phenomenon you'd definitely wanna see. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What makes you smarter than average? Do smart people have bad handwriting? Do smart people talk to themselves? We've gathered 15 habits that make smart people stand out from the crowd. Spoiler: one of them has to do with chewing a gum! Another one is self-control with food. Find out, what it means and how to achieve it. Here're the signs you're smarter than you think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The air around you is more important than you might think. What happens if you never open your windows? Will it affect your body and immune system? Why is fresh air important for you? Let's imagine you have all the windows shut all the time and no fresh air can get into your place. What consequences will it bring to your health and emotional state? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever paid attention to the bottom part of a bottle? It has a secret dent for a reason. Let's take a look at the hidden features of these objects we see and use every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do humans cry? Why are human bodies so fragile? How many taste buds do humans have? There're numerous questions about our bodies that keep showing up. Human body is an example of a complex machine, where everything works like magic. Here're 24 crazy things your body can do. One of them: we can actually twist our eyes in a weird way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your ceiling fan has a secret mode - did you know it? It can move in more than one direction: one for summer and the other one - for winter. Here's a list of hidden purposes and functions of everyday objects you've probably never heard before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Earth a good jump can be over half a metre in a second. But hop with the same force elsewhere in our Solar System - like the Moon, or even Mars, can be completely different. Let's explore this one and other amazing space facts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You ever eaten so much, you feel like you couldn't POSSIBLY fit more in your belly? Here's a surprise: your stomach can fit even MORE than you thought! As in, an entire chicken or a whole 2-liter bottle of soda! Not that you'll feel great afterwards... But the human body sure is amazing! Here are some incredible body facts you might find hard to digest! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The world is full of surprises: unique places, unexplained phenomena, albino animals. That's right! Tigers that aren't yellow and black - but completely white! Here's a collection of random interesting facts to impress your teachers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When humans first started creating tools, every single detail had a purpose, nothing was made by accident. Nowadays we often forget about the hidden features of things we use every day.. . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Where do mosquitos live? Some prefer tall grass, forests, marshes, others - underground! Yup, London Tube is a natural habitat for one species of mosquitos. Another unique insect that lives in a strange habitat is "Manhattant" - an ant that live in New York. It's probably always busy shopping. Here're 65 unique facts only a google deep dive could find! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What're the most popular questions about the Moon? Why is the Moon not a planet? Does the Moon have an atmosphere? Does the Moon have a core? We look at out satellite every night and keep wandering, what's happening to the Moon. Here we've gathered the coolest phenomena happening on the Moon right now! Did you know that the Moon is rusting or that mysterious lights appear on the surface of the Moon? What are they? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bermuda Triangle is one of the most mysterious places on Earth. It's a section in the North Atlantic Ocean where dozens of ships and planes are said to have disappeared. Why is it so dangerous and which monsters inhabit the Bermuda Triangle? Recently there has been discovered a terrifying creature that lurks 3,000 meters below the surface of the dreaded waters. What is it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's good to know which animals are faster than humans. You know, in case you're being chased by one! And don't assume the winner of this race - the cheetah isn't technically the fastest animal on Earth! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you ready for some space facts no one knows? Space is full of discoveries, mysteries and lots of unanswered questions. Are there other habitable planets in the Milky Way? Are there any planets like Earth? What if you lived on a supersized Earth? How would your body change? Let's explore the coolest facts and imagine we could colonize Super-Earth! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's cooler than endless space? Right: space facts! We learn why space is black, why space is cold and even how magnetars form! What are magnetars? When two neutron stars slam together, they form a magnetar. But it can be so powerful that you can feel the effect of its force even on Earth! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why are sharks important to the ocean? Even though we're afraid of these predators, sharks are important to the ecosystem. They're really unique: sharks can spit out their stomach! Also, did you know that sharks have good eyesight and have a special eye-warming system! And shark skin feels like sandpaper! Aren't they cool?! Here're 29 facts about sharks that get you pumped for shark week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if I had a million dollars? How long would it take to spend it all? Is million dollars a lot of money? Let's imagine you suddenly receive $1mln but you have a time limit and have to spend it all within 24 hours! What to spend money on? How to spend money wisely? Cars, houses, casino, new Play Station, books? What else? The clock is ticking! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all can tell the buzzing sound of a bee from that of a mosquito, right? But what if we hear no sound at all? It turns out, some bees don't buzz... why is that? Let's answer some of the most curious questions about bees! Can all the bees only sting once? When are bees more active? Which bees are the most aggressive? And what to do if you're attacked by bees... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you like to learn about the greatest mysteries in the world? What is known about the Bermuda Triangle? It's a region in the western part of the North Atlantic Ocean where a number of ships and airplanes are said to have mysteriously disappeared. What's so unique about this zone? Does Bermuda Triangle really exist? Here's a story of a pilot who went there and managed to survive! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do black holes do? What do black holes really look like? The existence of black holes was predicted over a century ago with nothing but math equations. Now we’ve taken the first photo of one. But black holes still hold plenty of secrets. Like their even more mysterious mirror twins: white holes!
Imagine if we could record a black hole on video. Watch it pull in and consume any matter that gets too close, even light itself! Now take this recording and play it backward – this is what a white hole should be: the black hole’s “pushing away and matter-spewing” counterpart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There’s something romantic about being a flight attendant. They’re very polite, good-looking, and smile a lot. Plus, having to travel a lot for work seems like a dream! But becoming a flight attendant with the best airlines in the world is harder than entering the most prestigious universities in the world. There may be up to 200 candidates for one spot and less than 1% of the applicants will complete the job interview with success.
Did you know that there are things flight attendants aren't allowed to do? They can’t have teeth braces, use earplugs, dye their hair purple, drink coffee, slouch, or chew gum. Also, tongue and nose piercings are obviously a no go. They can't slouch, and at some companies even put their hands in the pockets or cross their arms with their uniform on. And their smile must be impeccable! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The 105-story Ryugyong Hotel was planned to be the tallest in the world and North Korea’s greatest achievement. It’s more than 2½ times the height of the Great Pyramid of Giza. Nearly 4 million square feet of floor space, you could almost fit Vatican City in this one building! But don't rush to book a deluxe room, though. This hotel is one of the strangest hotels in the world because it hasn’t hosted a single guest in its 33-year history!
Ryugyong means “capital of willows,” and it’s an ancient name for Pyongyang. Once finished, the hotel could house up to 3,000 guests. 8 of its floors are supposed to rotate and have revolving restaurants with an unbeatable view of the city. And on the very top stands a massive cone twice the size of the Great Sphinx! A magnificent record-breaking hotel in the heart of the capital would bring tons of tourists into the city. So what went wrong? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Experienced tourists know that it’s really hard to predict everything when it comes to traveling. Sometimes the quality of the service in hotels is really low. Some hotels use different tricks to make their apartments look bigger and some don't seem to care about safety. Perhaps these problems are a fun way for hotels to attract more attention to them, but it's not the kind of publicity any hotel would want.
Remember that excited feeling you got as a kid when you were going to stay at a hotel? It feels like a mini-vacation… until the experience of your actual stay leaves you cringing! But there are ways to avoid a “bad hotel” altogether. For example, if you have trouble reaching someone at the front desk, this could indicate a lack of discipline on management’s part. So, let's learn why you should stay away from certain hotels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You go to the kitchen, make your morning coffee – this will take care of that drowsiness! Bathroom, wash your face, squeeze a little bit of toothpaste on the toothbrush… Wait, your toothbrush – it’s all tattered and shredded. You look in the mirror and notice your teeth are half the size they used to be! And this triangular shape… You didn’t have that before! Wait a minute, you’ve seen this before. They’re piranha teeth! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Earth is not perfectly spherical, Mercury is the hottest planet, and Jupiter is the largest planet in the Solar System. These simple facts are known even to those with no real knowledge about astronomy. But there are billions of planets in the Universe and some of them are really amazing! For example, there's a planet where night never ends. And it’s not your regular night with stars shining in the beautiful skies — here, it’s pitch dark and scorching hot!
Have you ever heard about a planet that is so close to its sun that half the planet’s surface is a literal ocean of molten lava? The other half is in eternal darkness because it never sees the sun — the planet is always turned to its star with one side! And between the scorching and the dark, there’s the twilight zone — a thin strip of gloomy nothingness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So let's imagine it’s true. After years of wild speculation, crazy theories, and dubious findings, it’s finally been confirmed. Megalodon, the greatest shark of all time, has been spotted in the waters of the South Atlantic. And now a group of researchers is preparing for the expedition of a lifetime: they’ll need to locate, catch, and tag the ocean predator to further study its behavior.
First of all, they need a fishing boat large enough to withstand the weight and lunge force of such a huge shark. At the moment, the only vessel close enough to what they need is a former crabbing boat refurbished to catch and tag great white sharks. But although great whites are the largest modern predatory sharks, they’re still much smaller than the megalodon. A great white shark can grow up to 20 feet in length and weigh over 2 tons. The megalodon reached 60 to 80 feet and weighed whopping 50 tons... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It seems that we know everything, or almost everything, about what we eat because we carefully read the labels. But can we say that for sure? Some products have their own secrets! It turns out there's a fruit that has a superpower of making your sweat smell like violets. And you should drop cranberries to see if they’re tasty. The higher the berries bounce – the better they are! Speaking about berries, your morning coffee is actually stewed fruit.
So, today, today we’ve collected the most amazing facts about foods that you probably eat every day. We bet you’ll change your attitude toward some of your favorite dishes after watching this video. Ready? Then let's find out why lemons float, but limes sink, how the color of plates and cup affects your food perception, what was the first vegetable grown in space, and other cool facts about food! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Animals have a talent to get humans on their side. And there are some who have mastered the art of making people fall in love with them at first glance. It’s impossible to stay indifferent to cute pandas, smiling leopard seals, or fluffy alpacas. The world is full of wonderful creatures that are so pure, so innocent, and sometimes so helpless. They look at us with angelic eyes and yearn for love and care. ... Or is it only our imagination?
Well, yeah, if for some reason you ever decide to wake up a sleeping giant panda or cuddle it, just remember that it’s a bad idea. The Leopard seals are actually rather aggressive animals and effective lone hunters. And alpacas can bite with their sharp fighting teeth that are at the back of their mouths. And they also have soft toes to give enemies a good kick. Let's find out more about some of the cutest animals that are actually dangerous. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Knowing some symptoms and first aid techniques is the smallest thing that we can do in order to secure ourselves and our nearest and dearest. We collected for you the most effective first aid and survival techniques, as well as facts that can help you figure out how to act properly. We hope you'll never need to use them in your lives, but it's better to be safe than sorry.
Did you know, for example, that unlike what's shown on TV, when someone's about to drown, they won't wave or cry out? Or why when you're trying to save someone who can't swim, you should never approach them directly? Or how a small mirror can save your life while traveling in isolated areas? So here's a list of facts that can help you act rationally in a critical situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The smartphones designed by Apple have long occupied a strong position in the mobile market. They have become so popular that every other person in large cities carries an iPhone. However, most owners of Apple devices don't realize how truly powerful their gadgets are. Did you know, for example, that the Late Night option can make your phone around 20% louder than it used to be?
Do you know how to record a video without being noticed? Your video will be recording, but it won't be seen on the screen. Well, that’s sneaky! And if you like writing long romantic letters in your notes, but don't want anyone to read them, except the person…you know... you just can set a pass to your notes. So, we have picked some of the most incredible iPhone tricks that can make your iPhone experience better than you ever dreamed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If there were cataclysms on Earth every 5 minutes, living conditions on our planet would be almost the same as 4.5 billion years ago. Back then, seas and oceans boiled, lightning struck everywhere, tectonic plates changed their shape, lava flowed from volcanoes. And worse, no internet! The Earth resembled a vast, boiling cauldron, where life was gradually being created. If it starts to boil again, this cauldron could destroy almost all life on the planet.
Consecutive cataclysms – won’t hurt to pretend. Let’s imagine, shall we? Okay, you wake up in a small underground bunker. The seismic sensor indicates that a 7-point earthquake will start in a few minutes. You pack a huge waterproof backpack and go upstairs. You need to leave the shelter because supplies are low. Also, yesterday you picked up a radio signal telling all survivors to go south immediately. The coordinates they gave aren't far from your location. You have to hurry, though, before the landscape changes again... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You're woken up by a strange sound. It's a knock on the window. But you live on the 12th floor – who, or what could be knocking? The knocking is getting stronger. You go to the window, reach for the curtain, and abruptly pull it aside... What you see is fantastic. There are flying (or floating) small fish outside your window. 1000s of them! A shoal of sardines rising directly to the sky. A few knock on your window as they pass. There are so many sardines, you can't see what's going on outside. But as the last fish flies by, the full picture opens before you.
Large and small fish fly between the houses. Octopuses cut through the air with their tentacles into a rain cloud. A huge whale is slowly drifting toward the horizon. Above the roof of a nearby house, two sharks chase four sea lions. A neighbor waves to you. He holds a fishing rod from the window and waits for the fish to bite. A school--no, a flock--of dolphins flies past your window. They cheerfully whistle, as if they are greeting you. What's going on? Sea creatures of the Earth have learned to fly, leaving the ocean and filling the air! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Kraken is a colossal squid, a legendary sea monster. The biggest hunk of calamari you ever saw! And if this monster had existed, the world would have changed beyond recognition. The Kraken has powerful tentacles. Solid muscles with suckers at the end, they're impossible to escape. The Kraken can break a ship in half, or just pull it down into the depths. But the worst thing about the Kraken is its size.
According to old sailor stories, the Kraken reached 5,000 feet in length. That's almost 10 soccer fields! The Kraken legends said the monster was so giant that sailors mistook it for a small island. Such a big creature can easily grab a ship with its tentacles and drag it to the bottom of the ocean! In past centuries, it would have been impossible to defeat such a beast. But what if giant squids, which is what a Kraken actually is, existed today? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever thought about what your life would be like if you were born into a video game? Well, if you think about it, your life is a lot like a video game. You could say it's like a role-playing game most of all. All you need to do is add the right icons to your screen, like your health and energy bars. There's your inventory as well, with your phone, wallet, and keys in it. And, of course, everyone's got a skill bar.
Even when you're a baby, the game difficulty is already set to hard. All your skills are at level zero, and your health bar is tiny. Which is why you only sleep or eat most of the time to make sure it grows. When you reach level one, you unlock the ability to walk. But the world map is still closed to you because there are lots of dangers you're just not ready for yet... So, here's another fun what-if scenario for those who love video games and unusual hypothetical questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ants can be very annoying and suddenly appear from nowhere, oftentimes sneaking into places in your kitchen or pantry. But what would happen if ants were the size of humans? So, picture this: the blare of a loudspeaker chimes throughout the area. You jump out of bed, confused. You run out to the balcony and look down. People run along the sidewalk shouting, “Ants!!!” Ants? Those tiny insects? The average ant is less than 1 inch in size. But what is happening in the city? Suddenly, she appears at the end of the block—a huge red ant.
The size of a human, she’s confidently walking along the sidewalk, swinging her long antennae from side to side, searching for prey, opening and closing her mandibles like a trap. The TV shows scenes from different parts of the city. Giant ants are everywhere. They move in columns of several individuals. Some climb onto buildings. The ants rush along the road overtaking the cars. A man-sized ant can reach a speed of 34 miles per hour. The city is in chaos... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine you’re scuba diving in the ocean, watching corals and colorful fish flitting by, when suddenly an enormous shadow appears above you. You look up and see a massive creature approaching you, its mouth a gaping abyss… Relax, just stay still and you’ll be fine. This leviathan is a basking shark — one of the scary sea monsters that isn’t really capable of doing harm to anyone. Basking sharks are filter feeders, just like baleen whales: they open their large mouths to swallow plankton and don’t even have teeth.
Mother Nature is always full of surprises. It's hard to believe how many incredible and different creatures live on our planet! Some of them look terribly scary but they are not dangerous at all! They can look scary based on their large size, sharp teeth, or thorns, but all of these animals are mostly harmless to us. For example, tailless whip scorpions you might meet in North and South America, as well as Asia and Africa, are more afraid of you than you are of them. These nightmarish creatures don’t have stingers and won’t even bite when threatened. So, we gathered some new facts about the animal world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s 1875. There are 38 states in the US. Queen Victoria rules the UK. The Eiffel Tower won’t be built for another 12 years. The Empire State Building – not for another 50! The average life expectancy for a 19th-century female is about 45 years. One woman, born this year, will nearly triple that. Her name is Jeanne Louise Calment… She was born in Arles, France, right at the beginning of the global industrial boom. She was a year old when the telephone was invented.
The phonograph followed 2 years later. Then the automobile, radio, TV, the computer, and the Internet over the decades. By the time Microsoft was founded, Calment was already 100. When the first smartphone was invented, she was 117. She knew a world without airplanes and spaceships! But many people noted that Jeanne was always full of energy. She looked and acted 20 or even 30 years younger than her age. So was Jeanne Calment really the oldest person who ever lived? If so, what were her secrets to long life? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
September 2, 2019. the British Royal Navy's Ice Patrol ship called the HMS Protector sails through the calm waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The time is 11 PM. Some of the ship's crew are on deck, while others are sleeping in their cabins. The captain steers the ship and looks straight at the horizon. Suddenly, against this beautiful landscape, one of the sailors notices the black silhouette of an unknown ship. The captain slows down and steers the ship a little closer to the mysterious vessel.
This is an old cargo ship 250 feet long. Attempts to contact the crew members lead to nothing. It seems the unknown boat is floating in the ocean by itself. There’s no one on board. At least no one alive. British sailors don't dare to climb on that strange deck. They take a photo, post it on the Internet, and sail away. Many people on the Internet will assume the sailors met a real ghost ship. 5 months later, the same ship was seen in County Cork, Ireland - thousands of miles from this place... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In our daily lives, we are surrounded by lots of objects that seem so common we don’t even stop to think why they are really needed and how they appeared. Did you know, for example, that those two holes on a side of any Converse shoe are there not only to let the stinky air out? Sure, breathability is important for any athlete. The second reason is that athletes lace through those holes to get a better grip.
Donuts have a hole in the middle. No, it's not designed for an easier grip. It's actually made this way for mass baking so that they cook all the way through evenly. Most metallic zippers have a hidden lock inside them to save you from awkward situations such as an undone fly. Bath foam isn’t only for fun or a nice smell – it also helps regulate the temperature. The bubbles keep the water hot, so you can enjoy a bath a bit longer! So, as you may have guessed, today, we'll tell you about the extraordinary purposes of the most ordinary things. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Airports are busy with people coming and going: endless flights, crowds of people, luggage... and sometimes bees. Why do some airports hire beekeepers? Airport beekeeper is actually a legal job you could apply for. As well as an ostrich babysitter, or scuba diving pizza delivery. I wonder what skills I should put in my CV. Let's take a look at 22 crazy jobs you won't believe exist! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if your skin could change colors? Imagine your skin having the ability to change color and blend with your surroundings. It's almost like being invisible! You could mimic the objects around you: a swimming pool, a wardrobe, a car... Human skin is made up of three layers of tissue. What if you could change its structure and feel like a reptile? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The world is changing and so are we. The movement of tectonic plates causes earthquakes, volcanos, and irreversible changes in geography. For example, Hawaii moves 3 inches closer to Alaska each year! Random facts like this one are perfect to impress your geography teacher and break the ice of any conversation. Just like the fact that bees can fly higher than Mount Everest and hurricanes can't rush across the equator. Are you ready for more cool facts? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What happens if two planes collide at 37,000 feet in the air? Here is a true story that happened in 2001. It was almost the worst accident in aviation history. What were the errors that lead to almost the worst plane crash? And how did the pilots manage to save so many people from a seemingly hopeless situation? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Why does my phone keep turning off... even when there's enough battery left"? Sounds like your typical problem? Well, smartphones get moody, just like people do. Let's diagnose, what's the problem with your phone and try to cure it with some simple techniques. Here're 31 easy phone tips to make your gadget work longer, faster and stop acting strange. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the hidden purpose of the things around us? Every object we look at has a meaning, which isn't always obvious. Some of the features are hidden or have long been forgotten. You'll find out about 36 common objects with hidden features only 1% know. For example, take a look at one of your shirts. Each buttonhole is stitched vertically, but the last one at the bottom is horizontal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you're tech-savvy, this fact won't surprise you: USB port isn't universal. There're now different types of USB cables and ports that vary in shape and size. So very often we end up getting an adapter. Why does USB keep changing and why do we have so many USB types. We've gathered the most common tech facts you don't need to be a Pro to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let's explore some of the most amazing human body facts! Did you know that your walk is as unique as your fingerprint? Why do we all walk differently? And what does your walking style say about you? Basically it's like your ID: instead of face recognition they might scan your walk and know who you are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The most mysterious places on Earth - what are they? The most isolated cities, remote villages and islands cut off from the civilization. There's a secret city only the bravest will dare to visit. Why? Iquitos is the world's largest city that can't be reached by road. It's surrounded by water and a thick Amazon rainforest. So how do you even get there? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever wondered, why most people are right-handed? What determines if you are right or left-handed. And can you teach yourself to be ambidextrous? Our ancestors might have all the answers! We'll explore the roots of right-handedness in the process of evolution. And 15 more cool evolution facts are waiting for you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Building underwater isn't an easy task. So how do they build tunnels underwater? How do they build bridges underwater? Next time you cross a huge bridge, pay attention that its foundation is rooted underwater. How do engineers build bridges? Let's head on a 3D journey to a construction site. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The mysterious ghost train became the main sight of St. Louis, a little village in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan. There are just around 400 people living there and hundreds visit it to see the St. Louis light. It was featured in books and online, and was on TV shows like Unsolved Mysteries. For decades, no one could explain what it really was.
Some people spotted a white light, others said they'd seen a red one. An urban legend explained the red light was a lantern carried by a ghost of a train conductor who had lost his life one night examining the tracks. Scientists tried to debunk both ghost-involving theories but failed. Then, two high school students from northern Saskatchewan decided to jump in. They first witnessed the ghost train on a road trip to St. Louis... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The things that we use every day become such a huge part of our routines that we seldom notice their simplest features. However, look carefully and you may notice that your favorite items have been designed to do much more than you thought. For example, those blue bristles on your toothbrush actually make sense. They gradually lose their color over time. When the blue’s faded, it’s time to change your toothbrush.
Did you know that notebook margins aren’t for taking extra notes or practicing emojis? They were invented to protect people’s work. People used to live with a lot of hungry rats around. The rats would nibble at the paper, eating people’s work! They put the margin lines there to let people know to start their writing further from the edge, so it's not lost to a hungry rodent! Interested? Then check out other cool facts about items with hidden uses. We've found a lot of day-to-day things that have always had some amazing secret features that we probably never knew about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Neglecting to wash and take care of some parts of our body can lead to serious problems. We all know that we should wash our hands thoroughly but there are other body parts that require better hygiene than we thought. For example, if you still use cotton swabs to clean your ears, best look a bit lower, at your belly button. When did you last clean it? There’s a lot of stuff going on there: scientists have found a veritable rainforest of bacteria in the human navel. And some of them are bound to be harmful.
Or what about your tongue? Even if you brush your teeth twice a day and use a mouthwash every time, you might still notice you’ve got bad breath. This could be caused by bacteria on your tongue, so consider cleaning it too. This is especially true if your tongue is coated with some whitish film. We respect human nature and want to present a compilation of important parts of our body that we may not be treating the right way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine you wake up early in the morning with a severe headache. You go to the bathroom to wash your face with cold water. And when you turn on the light, you see the reflection of a person… with no skin. Everything under there – It’s like it's all in HD. Your teeth are bare and your eyes don’t have eyelids. You really don't get that your skin is see-through, you just think it’s disappeared. You scream in fear and run out of the bathroom. It sounds like your neighbors are yelling too. Everyone in your building is getting up and having the same reaction as you.
All city services shut down, at least for a few hours. There are traffic jams everywhere, as people race around like crazy trying to get to the hospital. Ambulances are everywhere, and emergency services are out, trying to calm people down. People are fainting left and right. It sounds like the panic’s finally subsided, everyone’s gone outside to see what’s going on. You also leave the house. You're in total shock, everyone really does have transparent skin. You meet your friend and he tells you that this is happening all over the world... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’d be cool to understand your pets’ language. Imagine you’re walking your dog and suddenly: hey, owner, look at that guy. I feel like he’s a bad person. Let’s go away. Woof! Or you leave the house, and your cat lying on the couch says: "buddy, take the umbrella. My tail tells me it’ll be raining!" In general, our pets could tell us a lot. That’s because they have a “superpower.” Their sense organs - eyes, ears, feet (or paws), and hair - are much more developed than those of people. Our pets get a bunch of information from the outside world.
Pets can see and hear what you can’t. Animals also have super intuition. They can predict dangerous situations and, moreover, help their beloved person. But here’s the problem: they can’t speak the human language. So, behavior is their primary way to communicate. But how exactly do animals behave before, say, an earthquake or other natural disasters? There’s a whole science that studies animal behavior: zoopsychology. Let's find out more about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Well, it’s that time of year again: Spring cleaning! 🧹 You grab the duster and broom to get rid of all those cobwebs on your windows. That's when you suddenly notice some unusually shaped mud stuck on your house. You go to brush it off when, to your horror, hundreds of spiders start raining down on you!!!
But these mud globs aren't their home. No, these spiders have been trapped there by Mud Dauber Wasps! The wasp leaves the nest and heads right toward you, stinger ready! You run as fast as you can. But watch out! There are plenty of other dangerous creatures you should look out for! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you wanna know just how unique you are? Here's a trick you can do! Put your pinky finger and thumb together and check if a muscle rises in your wrist. Whether or not it does will tell you just how rare you are! And there are plenty of other tests you can do, like rolling your tongue or checking if your hair whirl goes clockwise or counterclockwise. You might have some of the rarest body features only 1% of people can boast of having!
Yet other body features tell the world about your personality! If you want to read someone like a book, no need to take body language classes. Just look at a person's eye color, face symmetry, nose and brow shape, even how they sneeze! They all give away personality traits! You can know everything about someone just by looking at them! But...with one glance, the whole world knows everything about you too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The most enthusiastic travelers spend, on average, 88 nights in hotels every year, according to statistics. And hotels around the world do their best to make their rooms a home away from home for their guests. However, many people don’t realize that paying for a hotel room doesn’t mean using it without taking extra care. We made a list of certain rules that everyone should follow before checking out from a hotel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our species is at the top of the food chain! With our big brain and fancy tools! But have you ever wondered who'd take our place as the dominant intelligent lifeform if humans never appeared on Earth?
Just picture it: you walk into a coffee shop and a meerkat is your barista. Or you go to a barbershop, and a gorilla starts cutting your hair and making small talk with you!
And to top it all off, let's imagine a giant spaceship suddenly drops humans down on this animal planet! How would we do competing with giant sloths, saber-toothed tigers, and mammoths? Watch to see what that situation might look like! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You're stuck at home, bored out of your mind. Just when you think all the discovery and adventure is outside your house in distant lands and beautiful exotic locations, think again! There are common products you use every single day in your house, and you never noticed the small details. Even crazier: those details have a hidden purpose! Like that space at the bottom of your instant noodles cup, ever notice that? You'll be happy to know that no, they aren't trying to pull a fast one on you. That space was put there for a very specific and important reason. Keep watching to find out what it's for! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The most expensive thing in the universe is something called anti-matter. If you could get your hands on a teaspoonful of the stuff, you'd be $250 TRILLION richer! But here’s the catch: it takes about 100 billion years to create just 1 jelly-bean-sized amount, and it can only be done using the Large Hadron Collider. Well, there goes that idea! But stick around for some more incredible space facts and discoveries! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It looks like an innocent fluffy ball in the water. But beware! What you're looking at is a sea urchin, and it's something you want to stay far, far away from! That "fluff" is actually pointy sharp spikes full of venom. When you meet these things, it's often too late: you already stepped on it and you have seconds to react! In case that happens, keep watching to see what you should do!
Urchins aren't the only venomous creatures hiding at your local beach. Again, you probably won't even see the stonefish until its venom is already in you from the wrong step. If its spike gets in you, you'll need help fast! Watch out, there are many more scary sea creatures you should know about next time you head to the beach! It looks like an innocent fluffy ball in the water. But beware! What you're looking at is a sea urchin, and it's something you want to stay far, far away from! That "fluff" is actually pointy sharp spikes full of venom. When you meet these things, it's often too late: you already stepped on it and you have seconds to react! In case that happens, keep watching to see what you should do!
Urchins aren't the only venomous creatures hiding at your local beach. Again, you probably won't even see the stonefish until its venom is already in you from the wrong step. If its spike gets in you, you'll need help fast! Watch out, there are many more scary sea creatures you should know about next time you head to the beach! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It sounds like a scene you'd only see in Hollywood doomsday movies. You're in your back yard grilling up some burgers when all of a sudden a tornado appears before you! You run to escape the twister, but then you notice...this is no normal tornado. This one's on fire!!! Do you have a chance to survive a fire tornado? Sure! If you act fast and know exactly what to do and what to beware of most. Here's a hint: the most dangerous part isn't even the flames! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There's a place where the Atlantic Ocean and Pacific Ocean meet. But this place is moving! Something under the Atlantic is stretching this ocean, making it grow bigger until the Pacific will no longer exist! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's a fact set in stone: NOTHING can escape a black hole's gravity. Once something passes the Event Horizon, it's gone forever... Except for ONE star that somehow managed to escape a black hole's grasp! Even more unusual, the survivor star will one day turn into a planet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The world with no rocks... what would it be like? What if there were no rocks to build bridges, houses, even sculptures? What are the main uses of rocks? Cement, chalk, building materials, even bath scrub - it'd all be gone... Many industries would be severely hit, landslides might occur more frequently. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's summer - the season of bugs! So you might have started wondering: 'why bugs come out at night' and 'why bugs are attracted to light'. The first step to take in order to get rid of bugs in your house is change your lightbulb. Bright white and bluish light is the most attractive to insects. If you change the lightbulb for LED, you will notice less bugs. Why? Those produce warmer light, which keeps the insects away. Here're 8 things to change in order to stop bugs from coming into your house. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Statue of Liberty is one of the most famous American landmarks. But what if it just disappeared tomorrow? Let's see how the world would react... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
'What happens when you delete data on computer', 'where deleted files go' and 'why computers have recycle bins' - let's answer these and more questions about computer memory. This video is full of computer tips and tricks. They will let you work smoothly and know your PC or laptop like a Pro! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We've all heard popular myths from around the world. Mosquitos bite some more than others, birds are the only surviving dinosaurs, and squids can be bigger than a bus. All of this sounds like a myth, although it isn't. The world is full of surprises and discoveries. Many of the facts that've been treated as common misconceptions turn out to be real! We've gathered 33 myths that turned out to be true! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why is space exploration important? It allows us to get to know our own planet better! There're so many questions to answer: "what if Earth had rings?" "what if Earth had no moon?" What if there's another planet hiding inside ours? And it's true! Scientists claim the remains of an entire planet have been found inside the Earth! A protoplanet slammed into Earth long time ago... and it's still there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There're so many facts in the world we assume to be common knowledge without even checking. However, they often turn out to be misconceptions. Bright Side has recalled and destroyed 30 myths about the world. One of them: dinosaurs actually looked nothing like they're portrayed in the movies, but rather like... turkeys. Watch this video to learn about how some of the most well-known “facts” are false. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"How to build muscle fast?" - here's a question everyone's asking, especially in summer. We've gathered 11 tricks that'll help you transform your body. What do you need for a workout? Time, space, some dumbbells... and cherry juice. Find out, why cherry juice is good for you after a training session. Drink it for 1 month and see your body change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many of us wonder what dinosaurs really looked like. Did dinosaurs have feathers, lay eggs or live with humans? And how big were dinosaurs? There was a huge T-Rex and at the same time there were Dinos called "mouse lizards". You can imagine the gap between the sizes if those two met. But were there middle-sized dinosaurs and could they survive? Let's find out... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are 'sun halos' and why do you need to run ASAP if you see one in the sky? Let's discover the most fascinating yet pretty scary natural phenomena happening somewhere in the world right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you like what-if scenarios, we have a cool one here! What if everyone abandoned your city except you? What if your city were empty and you were the only person living there? What would you do? Imagine the whole city all to yourself: shopping malls, amusement parks, restaurants. Where would you go first? Let's turn on the imagination! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Planning a vacation and love mystery places? We've gathered the most unusual places, where you'll find phenomena or objects science fails to explain. Sailing stones, gravity hills, marble caves, even never-ending lightning storms! Also, you'll find out, why it's impossible to build bridges across the Amazon River. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here's a portion of fresh space facts to capture your interest. Next time you have your astronomy class you can surprise your teacher. Pluto is the largest dwarf planet in our Solar System and if you take a look at its photos, you'll see that its mountains are made of red ice. And if you look even more, you might notice... a whale! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"You are what you eat" - did you hear this phrase? Psychologists reveal, what your favorite snack says about your personality. It means, if you'd like to get to know another person better, take a look at their food. Studies have found that many of the top CEOs prefer those salty and crisp potato chips over other snacks. So if you like potato chips too, you're are ambitious. How about those who choose ice cream or pretzels? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
However much is said about artificial intelligence and modern technologies, the human body is the most perfect system on today's planet. Our bodies perform thousands of processes every minute. And we don't even know about the majority of them. Have you ever wondered, for example, how many atoms there are in your body? And why do your veins look blue instead of red? Or why do people get goosebumps?
For centuries, the human body was a subject of studies and experiments. And today, scientists keep to reveal new discoveries about the human body almost every day, and some of them sound very surprising. So, we collected a few unbelievable facts about the human body that will definitely surprise you. Let’s poke around it and see what’s going on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Airplane etiquette is a tricky and shadowy sphere, full of pitfalls and confusion. But once you grasp its main do's and don'ts - like how you should behave depending on your seat or how you should treat your seatmates - air travel will immediately become as easy as pie! So, wanna be a polite passenger? There are a few basic rules.
For example, one of the biggest no-no’s of air travel is bare feet. Have you ever seen someone going barefoot on an airplane? It's cringy and disgusting but even if we omit the topic of unpleasant odors, the airplane floor is extremely filthy! There's likely to be a lot of dirt left after previous passengers. So if your feet need some freedom, take off your shoes but at least leave your socks on. Or bring a pair of light slippers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What can you find with a metal detector? Coins, jewelry, ancient coins artifacts... Finding some money on the ground a hundred years ago, you could think yourself lucky. If you pick up something valuable today, though, it most likely means trouble. Picking one up and setting it into your phone you might find a huge debt on yourself. If you find a diamond ring or gold bracelet, somebody may appear on the street and accuse you of stealing their jewelry.
The same applies to wallets, money, and credit cards. Or check your surroundings before picking up such items. If you feel somebody’s watching or following you, leave it be. What about electronic devices? Well, if you see a radio transmitter, mobile phone, or tablet lying on the road, never touch it: it might be unsafe and put there on purpose so that you — or any curious person —picks it up. So, here’s a list of things you should never pick up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
But have you ever wondered what parallel worlds might look like? Yes, the existence of parallel universes has not yet been proven, but why we can't have some fun in the meanwhile? Let's imagine that there's a way to travel between universes in the multiverse. Or maybe that a glitch in the matrix happened and traveling to parallel universes became possible.
The theory of multiple or parallel universes is one that blurs the line between scientific reality and science fiction. It’s a pretty huge topic of debate in the scientific community, with big names on both sides. This is the idea that everything you thought you ever knew – our planet, the solar system, our galaxy, all the other stars and galaxies out there as far as our fancy telescopes can see – it’s just one itsy bitsy piece of a really giant puzzle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is it possible to predict earthquakes? In 2009, a man in L’Aquila, Italy saw flickering lights dancing above the stone street. He immediately knew what to do and moved his family to a safer place. Only seconds later, a massive 8.3 magnitude earthquake hit the whole region. His knowledge of the strange lights saved his and his family’s lives. So what are those mysterious warnings?
For centuries people interpreted the lights as something otherworldly. The scientific community didn’t take them seriously, just put them down to a false recollection, a mind trick, or pure imagination. Then came the invention of photography, and more and more evidence of the earthquake lights appeared. That physical evidence wasn't as easy to dismiss as old legends were. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Horses live without a gall bladder. Lots of predatory animals, including our beloved cats and dogs, don’t have sweat glands on their bodies. Lungless salamanders live happily without — you guessed it — lungs. And lots of snake species have only one working lung. So, as you have probably guessed, we've prepared another compilation of cool facts about animals. Did you know that some animals don't have really important organs?
And perhaps the most impossible creature in the world is a jellyfish. It doesn’t have any sensory organs we’re used to, like eyes, ears, and nose, it has no skeleton, but most importantly, it hasn’t got a brain or heart. Its body is almost entirely made of water — that’s why, if you take a jellyfish out of the sea and put it on the shore, it will soon melt. It just might be that jellyfish have given up their hearts and brains for the sake of other sea creatures, because octopuses, for example, can have multiple of those! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It was the summer of 1949. Young geologist Vadim Kolpakov was on a mission to northern Russia in the Irkutsk region. His job was to draw a geological map of the area. While on duty, he came across something so mysterious and remarkable, it’d continue to puzzle experts decades later… ooh, what could it be?
Though it’s now more famous as the Patomskiy Crater, locals had dubbed it Fire Eagle Nest, probably because it looks like a giant bird nest sitting on the hill. It rises 130 ft in the air, half as tall as a Giant Sequoia. The cone-like structure’s base has a diameter of 520 ft, almost as wide as the Seattle Space Needle is tall. But what was hiding inside would be the most surprising and baffling discovery! Let's find out more about one of the most mysterious places in the world? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A mysterious creature, huge, fast, and lethal, is lurking somewhere in the dark. People claim to have seen a giant shark here and there all over the planet. Maybe it's the Megalodon, an ancient predator that's believed to be long gone? But could Megalodon still live In the deep ocean? This shark was the real king of the oceans - it even hunted whales! Surely such a majestic creature couldn't disappear without a trace? And indeed, there have been several cases when witnesses were sure they had seen the Meg. But could it be just their fear talking?
The Megalodon, which means "big tooth," is the largest shark ever to roam the Earth's seas and oceans. It reportedly lived 23 to 3.6 million years ago and was truly enormous. Its bite was more powerful than that of a T-Rex. And no wonder - not only did the animal have super-strong jaws, but its teeth also reached 7 inches in length! Even better, the Megalodon had about 300 teeth growing in at least 6 rows. The shark itself could grow up to 59 ft - that's twice the length of a London double-decker bus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are polar day and polar night? Well, imagine you arrive in the small town in Northern Norway. The first thing you notice in your hotel room is thick black curtains. From the end of May to the end of July is like one endless day. Locals might be used to this extreme lifestyle but for visitors, it can be quite disorienting. Like having jet lag that just won’t go away.
During endless summer days, you don't have to adhere to your usual daily routine. It's always light, and you need to accept this. Wake up at 2 a.m? Great, go for a jog! If you want to sleep after lunch, go to bed and don't worry about it. Thanks to the endless sun, you're charged with energy, so all the people here are happy and active. They take advantage of these eternal days because when winter comes, so do the endless nights… So why does this happen? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In 2010, fossilized fish was uncovered 250 miles west of the Nile river, where the Sahara Desert was as arid as ever. This chance finding led scientists to believe there could’ve been sea where the Sahara is now, so they conducted a geological survey of the area. And it yielded unexpected results: they found evidence of something huge under the sands, and it wasn’t part of any sea at all.
For several months, the research continued with GPS equipment on land, and later, when all the ground data was collected, scientists took a look at the area from a satellite. The view was astounding! Actually, in this area, ancient human settlements had been found previously, and now the researchers finally had the answer as to why exactly they had chosen those spots to live. By the way, did you know that whales had once been land animals that evolved into marine ones? We’ll talk about that too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do bees live in colonies? How do they get their jobs? What's the role of the queen bee? If you're looking for the most interesting facts about animals, check out these facts about bees you probably didn't know. And to make things more interesting let's imagine what your life would be like if you become a bee for 24 hours! Okay, you open your eyes and look around cautiously. The next moment, you're internally screaming in horror: you don't see familiar colors! There's no use denying the obvious - you're a honey bee.
Now, you have another problem at hand - you need to figure out what type of bee you are. Are you the Queen? A drone? A worker? You don't see any other bees - those would be the Queen's attendants, following her all day, feeding, and cleaning. Plus, you woke up outside the hive, and the Queen hardly ever leaves it. So, you aren't the Queen. Maybe it's for the better - despite the title, such bees don't manage the hive or order work bees around. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Normally, our planet makes a rotation every 24 hours at a speed of 1040 mph. This is faster than the speed of sound and several times faster than the fastest cars in the world. But what if the Earth stopped spinning? Imagine that our planet's rotation stops one day and tomorrow never comes. Life will never be the same. But if you can escape to an underground bunker, you may have a chance to carry on.
So, you close the hatch, go deep underground, and hear the chaos that has begun on the surface. All the people, houses, cars, ships, roads, trees, animals, topsoil, anything not connected to bedrock, will fly off to the East. Hurricanes and tsunamis will appear. The endless today brings huge, global earthquakes. And volcanoes will awaken and erupt, threatening to destroy everything. Two days later, you realize that silence has come to the surface... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What will the car of the future look like? Well, a few years ago, some Lamborghini engineers together with researchers at MIT came up with a car design that’s straight out of the far future. The Terzo Millennio, which means ‘third millennium’ in Italian, is a car that’s capable of repairing itself. The CEO of Lamborghini says the Terzo Millennio will allow the company to revolutionize the world of engineering, and he could be right.
The engineers have also made another breakthrough by designing the car to be all-electric. The Terzo Millennio uses supercapacitors instead of batteries because they can be charged faster and contain more energy. As for the numbers, they’re no less impressive than the Lamborghini’s futuristic abilities. The car is the first product of a three-year, $120 million partnership. So how does the new technology used in the car actually work? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would happen if video games were banned? So, you bought yourself a new game that was on sale on Monday and can’t wait to try it out. This whole week’s been a drag! But now you’ve just one day to tolerate before you’re free for the whole weekend. As soon as the clock strikes 5 p.m., you’re out of the office and heading straight home. While walking down the street, you check the feed on your smartphone, and something attracts your attention. “Breaking news,” the heading says. “Video games proven to be dangerous!”
You come home, take a shower and make a quick dinner. Then you turn on your PC and double-click the new game’s icon in anticipation. Nothing happens. You wait, thinking the game might be too heavy for your computer — perhaps it’s time to upgrade it. A couple of minutes pass with no sign of the game launching, so you double-click it again. Still nothing. You open the launcher, and that’s where the news catches up with you: on the familiar gray and black background, there’s a huge banner saying, “Please read: game ban in effect.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do animals have tails? Millions of years ago, lots of animals used their tails to help them swim. When some of them left the water behind, their tails changed or disappeared completely. Imagine you live in a world where this last part didn't happen, and everyone has tails – including people. This gives them special abilities. So what if you had an animal tail?
Our pets use their tails to communicate. They can reveal a lot about the emotions a dog or cat is experiencing. In the same way, these human tails would show how people feel. Those specialists who can read facial expressions to see if someone is telling the truth would have also learned to read tail movements. This also would make it extra hard to play poker. Your wagging tail would let everyone at the table know when you have a good hand! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You’d never know it, but the way you charge your phone can be crucial for not only your electricity bills and safety, but also the lifespan of its battery. The phone batteries used today are based on a precise number of charge cycles and to make them last longer, it is advised to never charge them to 100% or drain them to 0%.
If, for some reason, you wanna discontinue your phone use for some time, charge it to 50% and turn it off. This percentage is said to be the healthiest for a lithium-ion battery. With this level of charge, you can store it for months with the least possible damage to your gadget. And don’t forget to turn it on every once in a while and top off the battery. But there are also other tips about the right way to charge your phone, so you can use it in the best way possible and avoid any dangers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you like absurd hypothetical questions? Here's one them. What if giant spiders occupied your city? Picture this: You wake up and switch on the TV. It's yakking in the background while you go on with your morning routine. A news program's on, and you hear the presenter talking about giant spiders, city authorities, and invasion, while you burn your toast. It sounds too sci-fi, and you don't pay it too much attention. They're probably talking about a new action movie.
An hour later, you get into your car and switch on the radio. The reception is surprisingly weak, and you can only catch separate words: "...spiders... caution... unprecedented... be careful... at home until..." You start to feel nervous - what danger are they warning about? You're driving through your neighborhood, heading for the downtown. But just as you're about to turn into the main road, your foot hits the brakes while your mind goes blank... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
And, here you are. On Earth. 66 million years ago. It’s one of the warmest periods in the planet’s history. There are no icecaps yet – everything is lush and green. Dinosaurs roam the Earth. Massive sauropods peacefully chew on flowering plants and trees, their young ones following closely by their side. But what is that bright spot in the sky? It grows bigger, brighter. This is the asteroid! Little do the great reptiles know: today marks the beginning of one of the largest mass extinction events in Earth’s history – ¾ of life on our planet will be wiped out...
So what happened after the asteroid hit the Earth 66 years ago? The cosmic monster falling toward the Earth was the size of Mount Everest. At least 6 miles wide and weighing 460 trillion tons, the meteor was coming in hot…and fast. 12 miles per second, heading right for the Yucatan Peninsula in present-day Mexico. At that speed, it could travel from LA to New York in under 4 minutes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each person is unique – sometimes more than we think. Even though we all have the same number of limbs and similar features, some small details make everyone an X-Man of sorts. Today we'll tell you about exceptional physical skills and characteristics found in only a tiny percentage of people around the world. Perhaps you possess some of these rare body features too?
For example, less than 50 people have ever had the Rh-null blood type, dubbed "golden blood." Three percent of people all over the planet have lines creating the letter X on both their hands. There are people who don't have to stress over how much calcium they consume. They have a rare mutation in the LRP5 gene. Another gene mutation helps people keep their bad cholesterol levels extremely low. Unfortunately, only 2 to 3% of people have this useful feature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Astronomers from MIT registered a repeating signal from 500 million light years away. Such signals are called fast radio bursts, or FRBs, and they’re usually singular events. No one knows what their sources are, but they could be supernovae or bursts of energy from quasars. This repeating one, though, is pretty creepy because it’s regular: for four days, radio equipment captures signals all the time, and then they abruptly stop. But after 12 days, the same pattern begins: 4 days of constant radio bursts and 12 more days of silence.
Astronomers managed to locate the signal as coming from a galaxy half a billion light years away from us, but what causes it is still unknown. It may be a spinning quasar or a supermassive black hole, but an alien technology is not excluded either. By the way, there just might be about 6 billion Earth-like planets in the Milky Way galaxy alone. The latest data has shown that every fifth Sun-like star can have at least one planet in its habitable zone! Okay, here's the most amazing news from the further reaches of outer space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So, it's pouring outside when you get on a plane. If you were in a car, you’d simply switch on the windshield wipers and the headlights after turning the key in the ignition. Do pilots do all that? Airplanes spark so many questions! Have you ever thought of what happens when lightning hits a plane? Or why there are holes in airplane windows? Or what causes turbulence?
Why are aircraft windows round? Why are there hooks on the wings? Why don’t airplanes have parachutes for passengers? Well, everything connected with aircraft is well-planned and thought out. Perhaps it’s the main reason why a plane is the safest way to travel. So, let's try to answer the most popular questions about airplanes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever thought of the negative effects of video games? Or ever wondered what would happen to you if you played video games, say, for a year non-stop? Let me tell you my story. It all started a year ago, when I got a new job. I have to admit I’m quite a gamer. So when I saw the ad in the paper, I called them immediately. Wanted: Video Game Player. It turned out the offer wasn’t that simple. Yes, my job was to play video games. But all day long. 15 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days in total.
I’d have 8 hours to sleep and a half an hour in the morning and in the evening to eat and shower. No days off, no vacation. Take it or leave it. It scared me, and I was reluctant to agree. But then the employer told me my yearly salary, and I was in. If I did it for a year, I’d never have to work again. So, I decided to give it a try. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How many habitable planets are there? Water is the basis of life in any part of the universe. So potentially inhabited planets must have liquid water on them to support life. An incredible number of circumstances must come together for this. The planet must be in the habitable zone of the star. A little closer to the star, and the water will evaporate, leaving no chance for oceans and seas to form. This is what happened on Venus. Too far from the star, and the planet becomes too cold. Water can only exist in the form of ice on the surface and there just might be liquid water deep below. Neptune is one example of this.
In our galaxy alone, there are countless stars. Really you can’t count on them. Near each of them may be a planet. They are called exoplanets. And some of them may be in the habitable zone and have everything for life to form on them. From a list of 4,500 known exoplanets, scientists have identified 24 that can be superhabitable. This is the type of planet that is suitable for the existence and evolution of life even more than the Earth! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The screech of brakes on a wet road, eyes of the driver filled with horror, an ear-splitting bump of impact… You open your eyes to the rain falling on your face and don’t see anything through the blur at first. Then, your vision clears, and you see the gray sky and the black spot of a face above you. “Are you alright? I’m so sorry, I didn’t see you…” You get up with the help of the driver who hit you. Thankfully, apart from torn clothes, no serious damage has been done, and you don’t even feel pain. Your exoskeleton took all the impact upon itself.
At home, you take off your shirt and check the chitin plates on your side. They seem absolutely fine. Exoskeleton is such a wonderful evolutionary feature, after all! The plates are hard enough to take a serious impact without breaking, yet they’re also flexible, acting a bit like a spring when something hits them... We tried to imagine what our life would be like if people had exoskeletons. Yep, this is another cool "what if" video for those who love fantasy stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 31st, 1911. The Titanic is finally complete after 2 years of construction. It’ll be ready for its first voyage a year later. It’s the most luxurious ship in the world. You’ve just read the groundbreaking news in the Daily Herald, and decide to treat yourself to a trip on this floating gem. You head over to White Star Line’s headquarters in London to buy yourself a ticket. You get the cheapest first-class fare for £30 (that’d be over $4,500 today).
Wednesday, April 10th, 1912. The day is finally here! The majestic ship in front of you is bigger than you imagined. As you board the Titanic, Captain Edward Smith himself greets you! Your trip will begin shortly. By the time the liner stops at Cherbourg and Queenstown, over 2,200 passengers and crew will be on board, embarking on their trans-Atlantic trip. The Titanic is ready to sail, and you hear the horns from the deck as you wave goodbye to the people below. The ship is scheduled to arrive in New York a week later on April 17th. But that’s only if things go according to plan… So could the Titanic sinking have been avoided? What if the Titanic never sank? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Guinness World Records award for "the deepest human invasion into the Earth's crust" goes to the Kola Superdeep Borehole. Its depth is 7.4 mi. You can find it in the icy part of Russia where the winter temperature of -40°F is a common thing. Local scientists started to dig it in the 1970s. The grand plan was to reach the depth of 9.3 mi. It was a purely scientific project to study the Earth's crust and maybe get to the hot mantle.
Up to the depth of 4.3 mi, the drill easily coped with granite rock. Then, denser layers came and broke the drill. The scientists had to change the drilling pattern. In the end, it resembled a tree with many branches. The deeper it went, the hotter it became. The temperature went up to 350°F. The equipment was constantly out of order and work was stopped completely in 1992. The place is now abandoned, overgrown with moss and rust. But it has its fair share of myths surrounding it too... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all have heard of the lost civilization of Atlantis sinking into the waters off the coast of Ancient Greece. The story is supposed to be a myth, but have scientists finally found the lost city? Not sure about that, but they did find a lost continent! How careless do you have to be to misplace an entire continent? We’ll have to ask our planet about that one.
Earth lost what was called Greater Adria between 100 and 120 million years ago. So, how did that happen, and where did it go? The only way to describe the process would be kinda like a snake slipping through rocks or going down into a hole. Most snakes don’t leave trails. And scientists might never have found Adria if it weren’t for the snakeskin. I mean, the mountains… Confused? Let's figure out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Until a couple of years ago, most people knew next to nothing about carnivorous plants. If you had asked an expert, though, they would have excitedly submerged you in a sea of information. Meat-eating plants used to munch on tiny creatures - mostly insects, frogs, more rarely a mouse or rat. That is, until recently. Back when days were good, there were just about 700 kinds of carnivorous plants on the planet. They grew all over the world, except Antarctica.
Good old plants got most of their food by basking in the sun. But it wasn't enough - they also needed nutrients, which they slurped up with their roots. But carnivorous plants lived in areas with nutrient-poor soil. That's why they started to catch prey. Such a high-protein diet helped them survive and grow faster. Little did we know at that time that soon, life would change beyond recognition. Because when a scientific experiment went way out of control, all plants on Earth became carnivorous! The event even got the name of the Great Carnivorous Disaster... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Around 65 million years ago, the Earth turned faster, days were a half-hour shorter, and the continents we know today were beginning to take shape. The dinosaurs had been almost wiped out, the age of mammals was dawning, and giant frogs …totally normal. They weren’t the first frogs or anything, frogs have been around for 180 million years! Over time, not much about their body changed…except their size. Let's take Beelzebufo, the biggest frog that ever existed.
Scientists found their first bone sample in Madagascar. It took them 15 years to piece together the whole skeleton. Step by step, they put the frog's skeleton together, just like an ancient jigsaw puzzle. When they saw what they’d found, a huge creature with a weird shield, they gave it its epic name. It's a mix of Greek and Latin, and it means "armored frog from the abyss." Yes, dinosaurs weren't the only amazing prehistoric creatures to have ever existed. Here are incredible facts about some of the most astonishing prehistoric animals to have ever roamed this planet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Normally, our lifetime is too short to see any major changes. We don’t notice mountains rise, the way rivers change their course, or how oceans are created. Entire valleys may be sinking, but it usually takes too long for them to sink entirely. Still, a group of scientists recently noticed there’s a new ocean being formed really fast and we can even witness it appear. Not far away from the Horn of Africa peninsula, the sixth ocean is being born at the moment!
By the way, there's a theory that claims the Pacific and the Atlantic Oceans might just cease to exist, forming the new ocean basin. Eurasia will be split to form a new ocean, and all the continents will migrate to merge into the supercontinent. Another possible scenario claims the continents might merge into the uniform landmass, or form a circle with a large sea inside, and the Super Pacific Ocean outside. And since all the continents keep drifting northwards even now, it’s quite probable that almost all of them will meet up somewhere at the North Pole. So, here's how the Earth might change in millions of years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
All the stars we see, including our Sun, are in a balance of powers. Stars are very heavy objects, so they have strong gravity, which presses them from the outside and makes them shrink. But inside a star, while it burns fuel, there are nuclear reactions that produce incredible amounts of energy. This energy is the light and heat that we feel during the day. But most importantly, these reactions increase the pressure inside the star and create a force that is fighting with gravity.
A star the size of our Sun can shine for about 10 billion years. Specifically, our lovely Sun is about 4.5 billion years old and has already burned half its fuel. The next stage in a star's life comes when it runs out of juice. Internal pressure drops, but gravity continues to press. In less than half a second, a huge star turns into a small and dense object. This rapid collapse creates incredible shock waves that cause the upper layers of the star to explode. Boom! But what happens next? Well, the heavier the star, the more interesting the events will be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You spot a rapidly growing vertical cloud that's approaching alarmingly fast and becoming dense. The sky is darkening and a gust of wind blows the hat off your head. And then your hair starts to stand on its end. That's your cue to run for your life! You're about to be hit by lightning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wildlife never ceases to astonish us with its diversity. You've probably never even heard of many of the creatures living on our planet, while their appearance will make your eyebrows go all the way up. "The deeper you go, the creepier they get." You're about to travel to the darkest ocean depths and check whether this claim is true. We decided to create our own little "zoo" with rare and unusual sea critters. Are the creatures living there as scary as people think? Well, let's see.
At a depth of 3,200 ft, you can meet the cookiecutter shark. This creature is a parasite. It attaches itself to big fishes, dolphins, whales, and sometimes even people. Then, using its neatly arranged serrated teeth, it gouges out cookie-sized pieces of meat. At a depth of 4,000 ft, you see something droopy and saggy. The blobfish doesn't have a skeleton or any muscle. Its jelly-like flesh lets the creature survive incredible water pressure. But despite its appearance, the blobfish is an ambush predator. Interested? Here are the most amazing sea creatures found deep within the ocean. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are many amazing things in this world like cats that are used as mail carriers, deep-green icebergs, allergy to the moon dust, or the longest bout of the hiccups ever recorded that lasted for 68 years. In other words, nature, people, and animals can always amaze us! That's why we've prepared a new compilation of interesting facts about our world and the lives of its inhabitants.
For example, have you ever heard about a French man who ate a whole plane – Cessna 150 – piece by piece? That took him 2 years! He managed to pull it off because his digestive system was incredibly strong. Apparently... Yeah, people in this world do strange things, and the reality surrounding us is full of incredible facts. Here's another cool bunch of them for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Video gaming is a popular form of entertainment. But how video games do affect the brain and behavior? Are these effects positive or negative? What happens if you play video games all day? In fact, how many hours of video games is too much? Let's figure it out! So, you cleared a week out of your schedule, so nobody and nothing can bother you for at least 4 days. You're gonna play video games for 100 hours straight!
But first, some more prep. You head to the grocery store, throw a whole crate of energy drinks in the cart. Some quick easy snacks: a dozen bags of chips, a box of pastries, frozen pizzas, another crate of energy drinks. Need to get your gaming spot ready. Make it as comfortable as possible – even the slightest inconvenience will be critical in 100 hours. Perfect! You’re all set for your 4-day gaming marathon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can animals sense earthquakes? Nobody can reliably predict when and where an earthquake will occur. But there are animals that can be used to predict earthquakes! For example, oarfish can feel the electromagnetic changes happening when underwater earthquakes shake the bottom of the ocean. Plus, oarfish, the longest bony fish in the world, are really bad swimmers and can't withstand strong currents. That's why they drift to the shore before tsunamis.
But this isn't the only way to predict earthquakes. Have you ever heard of earthquake lights? They don't come out before every earthquake and take different colors and shapes. From short blue sparks to huge forks of light, they look as though some interstellar visitors decided to see how things are down on Earth. They can look like ball lightning that stays up from tens of seconds to minutes. Quake lights have been spotted all across the world over the centuries, from Italy to San Francisco and Japan. Powerful earthquakes followed them... What natural disasters can people predict? And how do we do it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What happens when a snake bites you? Well, if it isn’t venomous, consider yourself lucky: you’re probably gonna be fine. Still, any snake’s fangs carry thousands of bacteria on them, and the most terrifying of them cause tetanus. Worse still, you might be that unfortunate person to have an allergy to snake saliva. So even if you’ve been bitten by a non-venomous snake, call for help pronto.
But there’s a worse scenario: the snake was indeed venomous. Every snake species has its own kind of venom that acts differently from others. It can affect either heart and nerves, muscles, or blood vessels. It always starts with a sharp pain at the place of bite. The snake opened its mouth wide, punctured your flesh with its two upper fangs, and injected its venom through the channels inside them. The venom goes straight into your bloodstream, and that’s when the real black magic begins... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine you've got stuck in quicksand or are locked in a car by a kidnapper. Luckily these are things that normally only happen in our worst nightmares. But there is still the possibility that you might face a life-threatening situation today and, so far, humans have turned out to fall short in effectively fighting these threats. It is clear that some expert advice is needed to figure out how to cope with the most extreme situations.
Did you know, for example, that if you get trapped under some debris, for example, during an earthquake, your main task is to protect your breathing organs? Or that the most life-threatening thing about a house fire is smoke? Or how to perform the Heimlich maneuver on yourself? We suggest that you just keep calm and follow these simple survival tricks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July, 1957. An ordinary day in the state of Kerala, India. People walk down the streets doing their business and it begins to rain. Suddenly, people start to shout and run away in fear. Everything turns into a kind of horror movie. Because the rain drops that fall from the sky are bright red. And this is not a horror movie. It's all happening for real.
Imagine the familiar view outside your window. What if you saw it gradually turn red? The clothes of people caught in the rain would change to pink. So what caused the red rain? There's a logical explanation for it. And for white rain, too. As well as for black rain. Wait, really? What other rain colors are there? Well, a green rain fell near Calcutta in the summer of 2002, and one day a brown rain fell in southern Russia. Let's find out more about these amazing natural phenomena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if the Moon was replaced with any other planet from the Solar System? The Moon is the Earth's closest space neighbor and its only natural satellite. It likely formed when a huge, Mars-sized object crashed into our planet billions of years ago. This catastrophe turned Earth into a scorching ball of molten rock. It also pushed some material into its orbit, creating the Moon.
Now, this heavily cratered sphere moves around our planet. This causes high and low tides around the globe. A bit more than one-fourth the size of Earth, it's the fifth-largest natural satellite in the Solar System. Whatever the satellite looks like, you can always find it in the night sky and sometimes, even during the day. But imagine waking up at night and noticing that the Moon looks somewhat different than usual... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I’m twenty, and life’s becoming a virtue. I’ve just graduated from college! I’m officially a Master of Science now and thinking of becoming a doctor, but I’m not sure my Ma and Pa will be alright without me. They’re already growing too... young now, and I’m afraid they’ll get in trouble if I’m not there. Once, Pa went to a party and didn’t come back for three days! Got Ma worried sick, she gave him a huge slap when he finally turned up. They made up real soon, though. Youth is passionate, you know.
I used to hate PE at school, but I love it now! Every chance I get, I go running in the nearby park, and even asked my parents to get me a gym membership for my birthday. It’s so good to feel those old bones creak less and less with every passing day! ... Confused? Wanna know what this is all about? Okay, have you ever thought of how life would be different if we were born old and get younger every year? We really love unusual what-if stories, and we decided to imagine what would happen if people aged backwards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who would win in a fight between a Megalodon and a Titanoboa? Well, let's figure out! That would be a very unusual match. But it’d also be spectacular and intense. Okay, Megalodon! This species went extinct about 3 million years ago, but there are good reasons why it’s now a legendary animal. It's the biggest shark that ever existed, and it was a super-powerful predator in its time.
Titanoboa is way bigger than any other snake. It lived in the swamps of Colombia, and it was the real boss of the area. Titanoboa could eat absolutely any animal it decided to hunt, and it faced no competition. It could swallow a giant turtle or even a crocodile. It looked like a modern boa but behaved like an anaconda. And that's a very scary mix. But could it stop a giant shark? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What happens if you swallow a watermelon seed? Will it grow in your stomach? Well, actually, watermelon seeds, just like the seeds of other berries, can't settle in the human body: they just float through our digestive system and remove themselves from the body during the day when we go to the toilet. To grow a watermelon, you need warm soil rich in nutrients. The human stomach is not fit for this, but mine turned out absolutely perfect for growing watermelons for some reason!
Here's what happened. I went to the hospital after eating a juicy sweet watermelon. In that afternoon I felt something weird in my stomach. The doctors scanned my body and found an unusual abnormality. A watermelon seed I'd swallowed stayed in my stomach for some reason, and it looked like it was sprouting inside me! I wanted to get rid of it, but the doctors said it was safe as long as it was controlled. They also offered me a more than decent amount of money if I let them watch the watermelon grow... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tyrannosaurus Rex existed about 70 million years ago. No one could defeat him in a fair battle. The largest T-Rex ever found was named Scotty. His hips were about 12 feet tall. But if Scotty straightened his back, he would be about 42 feet tall. It’s like putting 3 giraffes on top of each other. And if you wanted to pet this cute guy on the nose, you would have to stand on the shoulders of 7 people to reach him.
Megalodon went extinct about 3 million years ago, but legends about it are still alive. It’s the biggest shark that ever existed, and it was a super predator in its time. Megalodon was about 50 feet long, which is more than a school bus! It was not only the most massive shark that ever existed but also the largest fish in the world. Its closest competitor in size was a modern whale shark. But he loses to megalodon by as much as 10 feet. But what would happen if T. Rex and Megalodon meet face to face? Who would win? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In 2020, there are Islands on our planet that have not been touched by the hand of modern man. Nature in these places has remained unchanged for thousands of years. What if people lived on one of these Islands? They wouldn't know about civilization's progressive benefits or have seen a modern person. This island actually exists, and traveling to it is unlawful and involves many dangers.
North Sentinel island is located in India, in the Bay of Bengal. If you want to get there, you won't succeed because any travel to this place is prohibited by law since the middle of the 20 century. The Indian coast guard prevents any attempts to get there. But the law is not the only thing that will stop you on the way. Sentinelese guards their island in a really aggressive way. Even when a helicopter flew to North Sentinel, the tribe threw spears and arrows at it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would happen if all of the ocean water became clear so we could see through it? Well, when the water in all the oceans becomes transparent, the world will change forever. In a few years, people will discover thousands of new sea creatures that were previously unknown. Simultaneously, the planet will lose hundreds of thousands of fish and mammal species, too. The cycle of life on Earth will be interrupted, and humanity will face natural disasters and famine.
The beginning will be incredible. Imagine you're sailing on an expensive liner somewhere in the Atlantic ocean. Suddenly, you hear screams. All the shocked passengers come to the edge of the deck and watch an incredible picture. The ship seems to be floating high in the sky. Under it, the water is completely transparent. You see volcanic sea mountains and coral reefs of different colors and shades. The bottom is thousands of feet from the surface, so it feels like the ship is floating high above the ground. Only the fish swimming in this "sky" let us know that the boat is still on the water... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The world ocean takes up about 70% of our planet's surface, but only 5% has been studied and researched. This means that deep down under the water there is a whole other universe with secrets and mysteries that are not yet discovered. For example, a lot of gold, silver, and precious stones worth about $20 billion were found on board a Spanish galleon found near the Colombian coast!
But divers find gold and other treasures at the bottom of the ocean actually quite often. A much more interesting discovery is the Yonaguni Monument. Huge stone formations at a depth of 85 feet. Divers traced the clear contours of the pyramids, streets, and stairs there. The entire structure is about half a soccer field in size. Many believe these are the remains of the legendary civilizations of Mu or Lemuria. So, we picked out 11 amazing objects that were found underwater. That is, of course, just a drop in the bucket, and we cannot even begin to guess what else might be hidden deep down underneath. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The closer the Moon is to the horizon, the larger it looks. This phenomenon is called the Moon illusion. And most experts believe that the illusion is created by your own mind! The Moon's gravity is about 17% of that on Earth. If you weighed 200 pounds on our home planet, on the Moon, your weight would decrease to a mere 34 pounds. In prehistoric times, the Moon was way closer to our planet than it is now.
Today, we're going to share the most interesting facts about the Moon with you. It might change your mind about the Moon's simplicity. Did you know, for example, that the Moon (along with our planet) went through a Late Heavy Bombardment about 4 billion years ago? This event is also known as the lunar cataclysm. This interval lasted several hundred million years. During it, an unusually large number of asteroids collided with Earth, Mercury, Mars, and Venus... So, it’s time to delve into the most interesting lunar facts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Statistically, only about one in ten people are particularly attractive to mosquitoes. There are lots of theories about why mosquitoes attack some people whilst leaving others alone. There's some proof that people with type O blood are the most popular among mosquitoes. The next preferred blood type is type A. Skeeters are great learners. They know how to connect some cues, for example, your smell, with how delicious your blood is. If they like it, they might visit you again and again.
Mosquitoes' penchant for picking you over others might not be about your blood. These buzzers are extremely skilled hunters. They pick up on the chemicals your body gives off. Their antennae have more than 70 different receptors! Whether an insect likes your smell or not also depends on your genetics and the bacteria living on your skin. If some of your relatives get bitten by mosquitoes more often than other people, you might have the same problem on your hands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There were many kinds of mosasaurs. The smallest was a mere 3 ft long. The average length was 13 ft at the most. They weren't dinosaurs. These creatures were reptiles. Their close relatives are snakes and monitor lizards. They had short limbs with webbing between fingers and wide tails with broad triangular plates on them. While swimming, the critter kept its body stiff to reduce the drag through the water. The only thing that was moving was its mighty tail.
Mosasaurs needed air. That's the reason they preferred shallow coastal waters. They eat pretty much anything: from fish and mollusks to sea birds and turtles. Mosasaurs went extinct about 66 million years ago. But have you ever thought about what the ocean would be like if the mosasaurs were still alive? And by the way, if Megalodon came face to face with Mosasaurus, who do you think would win? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We rarely think about how interesting and unique our bodies are. Did you know, for example, that no human being has truly black eyes? Or that if the human eye was a photo camera, its resolution would be about 576 megapixels? Or that a human produces from half a quart to 1 liter of saliva every day, depending on the person. That’s enough saliva in a year to fill a bathtub! Do you still think you know your own bodies perfectly? Okay, how about this?
The only thing that makes our blood types different is… sugar, a human hair is stronger than the same diameter copper wire, our belly buttons have an entire zoo in them, with a range of about 70 different bacteria? Believe it or not, there are even more miracles in our bodies that can surprise us! Today, we invite you all to check out this compilation of facts about the human body - many of which we never speak about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What would happen if the Andromeda Galaxy collided with the Milky Way Galaxy? In 4.5 billion years, our entire Milky Way galaxy will experience an incredible incident. The Andromeda galaxy will hit us at great speed. As a result of the collision, some stars will be thrown into distant space, while others will form new solar systems. But most likely, all life in the new Milkomeda or Milkdromeda galaxy will cease to exist. But let's look to the future and find out what will happen to us people.
Well, humanity decided it was time to leave the Earth, and now we live very far away in another galaxy. There can be an infinite number of planets in the Universe on which humans can theoretically live. One of the main requirements — the planet must orbit the star in its habitable zone. We find similar star systems almost every year, and have recently found the nearest one. It’s Proxima Centauri. There are at least two planets around this red dwarf on which we can build our new home. But the problem is that this system is as far as 4.2 light-years away... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bugs and spiders are an irritation, and they make our lovely homes look unclean. But the chemicals often used to get rid of them can be harmful to our little ones and pets. They are also harmful for the environment, as studies have shown. Going all-natural to shoo these pesky creatures away is a better way. So today, we will show you how easy and simple it is to keep your home bug-free by using home remedies. Simple natural products are 100% effective and at the same time safe as well.
Did you know that bugs hate the smell of lemons? Just cut the lemon peel into small pieces, wrap them into some fabric, and leave these bags behind the doors and windows. Insects will stay away from the house. By the way, it’s a cat repellent, too. So, if you want to keep your cat away from the garden, plants, or some shelves, you might wanna try it, too. But lemons had some other secret powers. For example, there's nothing like lemon when it comes to getting rid of stains! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It happened long, long ago and far, far away from our planet - all the way across the Universe. A powerful burst of gamma radiation lasted a mere half-second - but it released an enormous amount of energy. It was more than our Sun would produce in 10 billion years. This brief flash lit up the whole sky. Afterward, a much softer and more long-lasting glow replaced it. Watching this fading light, astronomers on Earth noticed a strange infrared signal. It was invisible to the human eye but could be perceived as heat.
After examining the phenomenon with X-ray, radio, optical, and infrared waves, the astrophysics team made a shocking conclusion. It seemed that people had finally seen a newborn magnetar - for the first time ever! It was likely formed after two neutron stars had merged. It resulted in a kilonova - one of the brightest and largest stellar blasts. Its light finally reached our planet on May 22, 2020. Okay, you're right, let's first figure out what all these "novas," magnetars, and neutron stars are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There’s an old trick going back to the 1500s, that cutting an onion up and putting it near your bed will help relieve a cough. They even say it can prevent cold and flu altogether!
Thinning hair and bald spots? Some swear by the power of onion juice to stimulate hair growth! This odorous vegetable can even help you get rid of fine lines and wrinkles by boosting collagen production! Collagen is a must-have for youthful, healthy skin.
They also contain an amino acid that acts as a natural sedative. (While reducing stress, win-win!) If you slice raw onions and keep them near the bed, you can rest assured you’re getting good quality Z’s!
And to think, the solution to these common problems was in the kitchen this whole time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our species is at the top of the food chain! With our big brain and fancy tools! But have you ever wondered who'd take our place as the dominant intelligent lifeform if humans never appeared on Earth?
Just picture it: you walk into a coffee shop and a meerkat is your barista. Or you go to a barbershop, and a gorilla starts cutting your hair and making small talk with you!
And to top it all off, let's imagine a giant spaceship suddenly drops humans down on this animal planet! How would we do competing with giant sloths, saber-toothed tigers, and mammoths? Watch to see what that situation might look like! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With all of the DC and Marvel movies coming out, we are quick to admire the superheroes' strength, agility, and other cool stuff that makes them superhuman. But what about the people who don't appear in movies but still possess awesome superpowers? Michel Lotito became famous for being able to munch on inedible stuff. This French entertainer can eat anything, including rubber, metal, and glass.
Doctors found out that the man had a very thick lining covering his stomach and intestines. Plus, his digestive juices were incredibly powerful. This gave him the ability to consume literally anything, including sharp or even toxic metals. No wonder Lotito got the nickname "Monsieur Mangetout." But he's most known for the time he ate an airplane. Okay, well, the man didn't actually eat any gigantic passenger plane. But he still consumed a mind-boggling 9 tons of metal! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if you were born right in space - how would it affect your body and personality? Let's imagine spending your whole life onboard a spaceship... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that chocolate is toxic for dogs and cats? Here's a list of foods you should never give your pets, even if you think they're yummy... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People can travel really fast. But how fast is too much? Let's discover the speed limit beyond which your body and blown-back cheeks say "goodbye"? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most cars have some interior features many of us don't know the function of. Have you ever used those grab handles installed above the doors in your car? I bet you have no idea about their real purpose! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How long have you left your earbuds in today? But what if you just wore them all the time? What would happen to your ears? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do you do if you find a piece of a meteorite right in your backyard? They are rocks similar to the ones we see every day but with the only exception: they come right from space. So you definitely shouldn't touch them with your hands... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We often think that we are completely different from ancient people, but archaeology shows that we are quite wrong. Here is a list of 14 unbelievable facts about the life of ancient Egyptians. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Antarctica is one of the most mysterious places on Earth. ☃️ It’s the coldest location ever discovered, with an average temperature of -58ºF and an occasional drop to as low as -128.5ºF. ❄️ In addition, this continent remains the least explored. Antarctica has no time zones, no countries, and only 2 ATMs. We're gonna tell you about 10 mysterious and bizarre findings that have been discovered in the ice of Antarctica. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you drive a car with an automatic transmission? 🚕 The interface of automatic vehicles is often simpler, and new drivers don't have to struggle with a seemingly unruly stick shift and clutch. But there are still some ways you can mess up your transmission. Here are 7 of the most dangerous mistakes you can make when driving an automatic! 📣 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to protect your child from kidnapping? We’ve got 14 kidnappers’ tricks that kidnappers use when interacting with children. Be careful and show this video to your little ones!
Every year thousands of kids get abducted all over the world. The kidnappers have all the skills of a good psychologist. They know how to win the kids’ hearts to manipulate their minds perfectly.
One of the most common tricks all kidnappers use is asking kids for help. If you feel like things have gone too wild and the hysterics is more than a regular grumpy attack, it won’t hurt to check on them. If you spot a suspicious adult watching kids go up and down the slides or building sand castles – let them know that you know. Some abductors will let the kid play a “demo” game to invite them into the car later to continue. After winning the child’s trust, the villain can say they have to go to the hospital immediately, because “mom is in trouble.” If you ever overhear that kind of conversation between a kid and an adult, take action.Molesters can invite kids to save local heroes: popular celebrities, coaches or school teachers. They don’t even have to invent a fake name for themselves, just say they were sent by that person everyone knows and loves. A driver who is asking a child for directions and invites him or her to get into that car to guide them is 99% a child abductor. When you get lost while driving, you are more likely to ask a policeman or other adults for help, right? The easiest way to win someone’s trust is to pretend to be someone everyone trusts already. A policeman, for example. However, a real police officer will try to find the child’s parents and not just take the little one away. If you confront the obviously fake policeman and he refuses to show his ID, try to take a picture of him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What Will Happen to Your Body If You Eat Avocado Every Day. The avocado is a unique fruit with multiple nutritional and health benefits. How would your body respond if you ate just one avocado a day? In fact, it would transform your life as you’d get amazing results: your breath will be fresh at all times, your kidneys and liver will work more efficiently, your blood pressure will become lower, just to name a few. There's a miraculous mineral to be found in avocados: potassium. It helps your system keep a healthy fluid balance through chemical channels for cells and organs. Avocados are also a great source of vitamins C and E. Vitamin C is known for its involvement in the creation of collagen and elastin, which help to maintain the skin's elasticity and firmness. Vitamin E takes it to a whole new level, reducing the damage of excessive sun exposure and counteracting aging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People tend to associate an illness with something unpleasant and often dangerous, and they have their reasons to think so. But there are some diseases which, unlike a common cold, look like superpowers. At least at first sight.
In this video, you will get acquainted with some of them. These rare diseases not only leave scientists confused but also make their carriers similar to superheroes!
Have you caught a cold? Oh, how unlucky! All these nasty symptoms again: a runny nose, non-stop coughing, and also, it hurts to eat! But you know what? Quit nagging! Your illness will pass in (about) a week. But imagine the life of those who suffer from chronic diseases! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to understand men better? Do men care about their diets? Is it true that they worry about their relationships? Is it even possible that men can have secrets? Men try to look as “brutal”, strong and decisive as can be, yet they also have their concerns, worries, and secret fears. Let’s take a look at 12 things that actually worry most men no matter how strongly they might deny it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
15 Useless Body Parts That We Don't Really Need. We can surprisingly live without these 15 body parts. If you ever thought that all people are built the same, think again. If you thought that all our body parts are vitally important, you were not right again. In the first chapter of The Descent of Man, Charles Darwin identified roughly a dozen body parts that he gleefully described as "useless, or nearly useless." Darwin's catalog was far from complete: our bodies are littered with the parts we don't need. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There is a country where over 175 languages are spoken, people text more than anywhere else in the world and boxing fights directly influence crime rates? It sounds pretty much unbelievable, but it’s all true in the Philippines! And among other things, it's an amazingly beautiful country with extremely good-looking people! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do ships and planes vanish without a trace in the Bermuda Triangle? If you draw up a map, trace a line connecting the island of Bermuda, Puerto Rico, Miami, and back to Bermuda, what do you get? Yes, it’s a triangle – a sinister polygon known for mysteriously swallowing over 2,000 ships and 200 aircraft over centuries! And here's a story about the Bermuda Triangle you probably didn’t hear about.
So, the airplane involved was a Beechcraft Bonanza single-engine aircraft. Onboard, pilot Bruce Gernon had two passengers: his father and business partner. They took off from Andros Island in the Bahamas and headed northwest for the Florida coast. It was December 4, 1970. This was a typical flight Bruce had made dozens of times before! But this time would be different. They would face really unexplainable and maybe even mysterious things… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Knowing what you should do when dealing with the police is really useful. Following some simple rules will keep you out of trouble in an emergency situation. At some point in your life, you’ll have to deal with law enforcement officers, even if you haven't broken any laws. We’ll be answering the most common “What if...” and “Can they...” questions about the police. Remember, when dealing with law enforcement officers, stay calm and respectful at all times, never argue with or touch a police officer, and always state out loud if you do not consent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all know about the harm drinks other than water can cause us, but what if we replace them with it completely? Chris Bailey, a popular blogger, and lecturer carried out some month-long research, which we at Bright Side have decided to summarize for you in illustrated form. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How many creepy stories about the disappearing of airplanes and ships in the Bermuda Triangle have you heard? We guess many.
It is a large area in the Atlantic Ocean between Florida, Puerto Rico, and Bermuda. This region is notorious for its mysterious phenomena. Huge amounts of ships and planes have disappeared here. Its second name is ‘The devil’s triangle.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Сould Megalodon sharks still be alive in the deepest parts of the ocean? Science tells us that Megalodon sharks are extinct. Given that it was a massive shark with noticeable feeding habits, we guess that if Megalodon sharks were still roaming the oceans, they would probably have been spotted by someone by now. But perhaps not if they lived in the deepest place on Earth: the Mariana Trench. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever had to use psychological tricks to get what you want? There are a lot of psychological tricks and neuro-linguistic programming tips and there are millions of books and articles written about them. Many of these tricks really help professionals manipulate people and avoid being tricked by others. But are there tips that non-professionals can use on a daily basis?
Psychology is a science with certain laws one cannot ignore. Modern marketing specialists, entrepreneurs, and even swindlers realize that. Bright Side offers a few psychological tricks you can use in everyday life to make it much easier and more exciting for you to reach your goals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The most well-known first aid recommendations may lead to grave consequences. We collected the most common survival myths that could kill you and survival hacks that actually works. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are so many different animals in the world that nobody even knows the exact number of existing species. Here are 12 strange animals that you should run from as fast as you can if you ever encounter them in the wild. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to survive bear or shark attack? What should you do if you are bitten by a snake? We've gathered 13 easy tips that will save your life if you do meet a wild animal. Watch the video, make notes, and remember to give us thumbs up for worrying about your well-being! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We are going to reveal 7 new tricks car thieves are using and what you can do to save your car from being stolen. Remember these secret tricks to protect yourself. About one million cars are stolen in the US each year. The biggest targets are Toyota, Honda, and General Motors vehicles. According to the thieves themselves, this is because these cars are a little easier to steal and their spare parts are in high demand. New-generation car thieves are using gadgets to steal vehicles. Criminals are hacking into the latest “keyless” systems to enter the newest models. Criminals copy and reproduce your car's VIN to organize a huge fraud scheme. Another way car thieves get close to your vehicle is by posing as, for example, mechanics. Some thieves will hang out around grocery stores and major supermarkets and stalk their prey, so to say. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever met a person who hasn’t ever heard the story of Titanic? Unlikely. Even if you ask a 10-year-old, they’ll tell you exactly what took down the gigantic ship. However, some survivors of the sinking legend would beg to differ. Here’s one of their stories, and it has nothing to do with an iceberg.
Armenian publicist Vaghinak Byurat was 25 years old in the spring of 1912. He described what happened on his journey to America on the most famous ship in the world in his memoirs. He’s never mentioned an iceberg hitting the Titanic, and always spoke about an explosion. And if what he said was true, something must have caused that huge explosion... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do you recognize something that you can touch and something you have to run away from as fast as possible? Here is a list of the most dangerous sea creatures you can meet and how to recognize them! There are so many different species living in the ocean! Some of them are beautiful, some are deadly, and some are both. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Keep Your Dog Healthy. If you're a dog owner, you surely want your pet to be healthy and to live a long and happy life. But you might sometimes do things that can potentially harm your canine companion without even realizing it. Here are some common mistakes people unintentionally make when it comes to taking care of their doggies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The mystery of Giza has finally been solved: archaeologists uncovered who made the Great Pyramid and how they managed to build one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world.
The Great Pyramid of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, is visited by millions of tourists every year. If you have been to Egypt, you probably also have a fun picture of you pointing at the top of the Pyramids or “holding” the Sphinx in your hand. You only have to travel 15 miles from the center of modern Cairo to find yourself thousands of years back in time… in your imagination, even though the pyramids help a lot to make it seem real.
Many scientists, archeologists, and history fans would give anything to travel in time to answer one question. It has been the topic of debate and research for centuries. How was the Great Pyramid built? Were aliens involved in the process? Good news is, you don’t have to wait for time travel to be invented to find out the answer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all know that the easter island heads have bodies – that’s not a mystery at all. But how did the easter island population build hundreds of statues? Scientists have recently solved this mystery and discovered where these people disappeared to and why.
For many decades, people's minds have been occupied with the mystery of Easter Island. A remote piece of volcanic soil, far away in the Pacific Ocean... But our planet hosts thousands of such lonely islands, what is so particular about this one? The mystery is concealed not in the island itself but giant stone statues covering it. Who created the world-famous huge stone heads? Did they serve any specific purpose? Where did their creators arrive from and where did they disappear? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People spend almost half of their lives sleeping, and still seem to never get enough of it. Have you ever thought what would happen if you stopped "wasting time" on this process?
You would surely have a lot of free time for learning something new, doing sports, working, or just hanging out with friends. Sounds cool? But let's have a look at the consequences of never sleeping again. After one day without sleep, you’ll feel better than ever. The reason for these strange feelings lies in the fact that your brain increases dopamine levels trying to compensate your lack of sleep. However, closer to the end of the day, this happy mood is evaporating. It's strictly "not recommended" to drive in such a state, as it may turn extremely dangerous when you're sleep deprived. After two days without sleep your body will have less and less energy, and you will begin to look pale and a bit ill. What is even worse, your immune system will start to let you down becoming less efficient. Your judgment will get impaired. What is more, the effects of the absence of sleep will be getting worse and worse, and after a short time, the body will begin to shut down. This means that after three sleepless days you'll be unable to function or communicate normally. If you manage to fall asleep on the 11th day, shockingly, there won't be any long-term health effects. This means that after a good and quality sleep lasting about 12 hours, you will be perfectly fine. This doesn't refer to those people who suffer from fatal familial insomnia. Such patients can survive maximum for a year, and a half granted their condition was worsening gradually, and they still managed to sleep from time to time for the first several months of the disease. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You know those tests that tell you which character type you are by the position you prefer to sleep in? I wish they also explained that not all of them are good for you. Sleeping on your stomach, tummy, belly, abdomen, gut, the front of your back etc. is comfortable for sure, but it’s also bad for your health, and sometimes – even dangerous.
For example, if a person has problems with their heart, sleeping on their stomach adds extra stress on it, causing an excessive heart rate and a rise of arterial pressure. For people who have bad cholesterol, and whose arteries are potentially blocked with plaque, this position can also be dangerous. And what about the face? When you wake up after sleeping a whole night on your tummy and look in the mirror… yes, all the creases on the bedsheet are imprinted on your cheeks and forehead... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the best sleep position for your health? On average, we spend 25 years of our life sleeping. Sleeping well has many benefits — it not only revitalizes the body but also makes the brain work optimally. We all realize that time is very precious, so it is of the utmost importance that the time spent sleeping is effective.
It turns out, it's not just the duration of your sleep that matters but it's also the position you're in. Doctors claim that it’s your favorite sleep position that can cause problems with your health. Here we bring you an in-depth analysis of various sleeping positions to help you choose the right one for yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Everyone tries to keep their home clean and hygienic, especially in places where our body is most vulnerable to bacteria. Cleansers and disinfectants aren’t always worthwhile, so it’s useful to know which alternatives can help to achieve the best results. We at Bright Side learned a simple but effective way to help make the bathroom in your house cleaner and safer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever wanted to take a dive into the deepest parts of the ocean? Well, today you’re gonna have this opportunity! Now, how good are you at holding your breath? Not that good? Well not to worry. Hop on board of my submersible craft and join me in the voyage to the depths! Ready? Let’s dive!
The Mariana trench begins at about 19,700 ft deep. It’s both the least explored and the most fascinating area for the scientists and adventurers alike. The Challenger Deep is the bottom of the Mariana trench, and its depth is 35,853 ft. Few people have been here, and very little is known about it yet. But scientists aren’t going to stop, and there’s hope we’ll soon find out what secrets the depths of the ocean hold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do airlines avoid the Pacific Ocean? You might think it was a safety issue. The Pacific is the largest and deepest of the world’s oceans. If a plane encounters a problem over a seemingly endless and bottomless pond of water, the pilots are going to have a rough time finding a safe spot to set her down.
Guessing that it is a safety precaution wouldn't be entirely wrong. When planning a route, many pilots prefer to maximize the number of airports along their path. Emergencies are incredibly rare relative to how many planes take to the skies every day. That said, it isn’t the main reason airlines tend to avoid making a straight shot east to west... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10 strange and amazing animals that you have probably never heard of. Nature is truly full of surprises! We live in the twenty-first century, and all continents have already been discovered, all secrets of our planet revealed, all mountain peaks conquered. Just when you think you have seen it all, some new bizarre creature makes an appearance instantly restoring your faith in the impossible! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What your body language says about your personality and your relationship. You can understand what is happening in your relationship without any words.
Don't worry; it might be not so dramatic as you imagine. There are a lot of things people try to communicate non-verbally. There is no need to say anything when our body language is expressive enough! The main thing is to read it correctly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to fall asleep fast at night and wake up in the morning easily? Here are 9 amazing recommendations from top specialists on how to sleep properly to fix all of your health problems. When lullabies and chamomile tea don’t help you anymore, science comes to the rescue! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are the most common parenting fails? We've collected all the myths our parents told us. You can now surprise your parents with all the new answers you’ve got, or choose to keep it to yourself. Parents are always the main source of information for a child. But they are not always the most reliable source. Bright Side decided to think back on all the myths our parents told us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Its full name is Carcharocles Megalodon, but some shark enthusiasts just call it “the Meg.” Whatever name it goes by, this giant was the biggest baddie of the ocean when it terrorized the waters 2 million years ago. If you’re afraid of modern sharks, get ready for these facts because this prehistoric predator puts them all to shame! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A lot of people choose to sleep naked simply because they find it more comfortable. But sleeping with nothing on has science-based health benefits, and, on the contrary, can cause your trouble you probably didn’t know about. A survey of 1,500 people aged 25 to 55 in six different countries showed that only 30% of us sleep naked and the rest prefer to stay in their underwear or in some comfortable pajamas. One of the most obvious reasons to sleep with no clothes on is to get deeper shut-eye. Sleeping naked is a good way to keep your skin cool without changing the temperature of your bedroom. By skipping on the sleepwear, you give your body, especially the parts that tend to sweat more than others (like your feet and privates), a chance to breathe. A woman’s genitalia can be an ideal breeding ground for fungi and bacteria. Sleeping nude helps keep this area cool, dry, and ventilated, reducing the risk of developing a UTI or a yeast infection. For men, tight-fitting underwear overheats the testes and can affect semen quality and reproductive health. A lot of people, women in particular, usually feel self-conscious about their bodies, even if the supposed “flaws” they have aren’t actually there! When you embrace your body just the way it is, you exude confidence in whatever clothing you decide to put on it. If we get overheated at night, our stress hormone levels stay high. Plus, our human growth hormone that’s responsible for cell-renewal isn’t released at all. So your body panics and chooses to store fat instead of burning it. If you’re among the 3% of people that sleepwalk, don’t throw away your pj’s! There have been tons of cases where naked sleepwalkers had problems with their neighbors and even law enforcement. If your skin is really sensitive, sleeping naked isn’t for you either. Never forget that a good night’s sleep is essential for your health and well-being. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Which sleeping position is the healthiest? Why should you sleep on your back, not your stomach? People don’t really pay attention to their sleeping position, just whatever’s comfortable enough to get them into dreamland faster. Well, according to doctors, you really should be paying attention. Here are 5 reasons why you should never sleep on your stomach or side! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Get Enough Sleep for Your Age. People usually think that 7–8 hours of sleep is enough, but that's not always the case. In fact, the number of hours you need to enjoy proper sleep depends and stay healthy depends on your age. Follow some simple rules to restore energy and get the most out of your recharge time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to prevent sleep disorders? The quality of our night’s rest and our overall health depend on our sleep posture and on what we do before going to bed. Suffer from snoring? Can't wake up? Have problems with falling asleep? Let’s check out the best recommendations from top specialists on how to sleep properly to stay healthy. Here’s some great news: the problem with waking up quickly in the morning is finally solved! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why you drool when you sleep? Oh, we’ve all drooled on our pillow at one point or another. But did you know that when this phenomenon occurs regularly and excessively, it can be a sign of a developing disease or some malfunction taking place in the body? We at Bright Side decided to find out what the reasons are behind drooling and how we can decrease it or stop it from happening.
Excess drooling (a.k.a. hypersalivation) can be the result of nasal congestion or even a sign of a neurological disorder. Those who’ve already had health issues, like stroke sufferers or people with multiple sclerosis, for instance, tend to drool more often and more excessively. But if your drooling isn’t medical-related, here are some ways you can stop it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When it comes to health, prevention is better than cure, so it’s important to know and avoid some harmful everyday habits. Can drinking water when you eat actually do you any harm, or is it just a health myth? Some experts say that eating and drinking at the same time prevents you from losing weight, while others say water dilutes our stomach acid. Let’s find out what drinking simple water as you eat can actually do to you. Some people think that drinking water while eating decreases the acidity in the stomach. So if gastric acid gets diluted, it won't be able to digest your food thoroughly enough. The digestive process starts before you even put the fork in your mouth. When we’re just thinking about our future meal, saliva starts getting secreted in the mouth. In fact, water doesn’t just enter the stomach from a glass, it’s also in the food you eat. For example, oranges, along with raspberries and pineapples, are 87% water. Research showed that some foods can, in fact, decrease acidity levels in the stomach, but they go back to normal really quickly. There are lots of advantages to drinking while eating. It helps soften and break down solid food so that your body can absorb the nutrients better. Water also prevents constipation since it softens the stool. It’s been proven that drinking just 2 cups of water raises both male and female metabolic rates by 30%. And when your metabolism is increased, this gives you a much-needed boost in energy. Water helps with the absorption of nutrients. It dissolves minerals and vitamins, along with other nutrients you get from your food. Water is vital for flushing toxins out of your body through your urine and stool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
According to FBI statistics, around 1.5 million burglaries took place in the US alone in 2017. But is there a way to protect your home from burglars if you can’t afford an expensive security system? Bright Side has collected simple yet effective tips that will help you protect your home and even discourage thieves from breaking into your property.
One of the popular way to enter a property is through first-floor windows. FBI reports show that around 23% of burglars in the US choose this way of entering homes. That’s why you should consider installing grilles if you live on the first or second floor. Don’t forget that you should have an escape route in case of an emergency, so buy grilles that can be unlocked. If you want to know what other ways to protect your home are, watch the video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are few things better than jumping into those PJs after a stressful day! Believe it or not, what you wear to bed impacts both your mental health and physical health. Your pajamas even affect your quality of sleep too! For example, silk is surprisingly good at body temp control but can be slippery and pricey. Flannel is ideal for the winter months if you still keep your bedroom cool.
So, how to overcome insomnia and get a better night's sleep? Some say technology is to blame for sleeplessness. But did you know that insomnia is also present in animals and bugs? Whatever the reason, every problem has a solution. People need about 8 hours of good sleep every night. These simple recommendations can help you forget about insomnia forever and enjoy nice dreams every night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A lot of us dream of eating everything we want without gaining weight. That would be awesome! No more diets or strict meal plans. Or maybe you just can't have 3-5 meals a day because of your tight schedule? So, these 14 foods will help you not to overeat for sure! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many of us want to get the perfect body for the summer, but not so many want to go through dieting or an extensive workout. If you wanna skip on the gym and still lose those extra pounds quick and effortlessly, then you’ll like what we have in store for you – the totally unexpected secret super effective tips to lose weight that’ll work for even the laziest people. A lot of us have pretty much zero self-control when it comes to having a plate of delicious food in front of us. A surprising way to set your limits is to tie a ribbon around your waist before every meal. When you feel it becoming too tight, that's the signal for you to stop eating. Whenever you're putting together a healthy menu for yourself, you shouldn’t forget about beverages. And don’t worry about just drinking water or sugar-free stuff. All you have to do is drink what you like from a tall glass. Researchers from England’s Loughborough University have made a very interesting discovery: hot water doesn’t just help you relax, it can also make you lose weight. Try subscribing to healthy diet groups on social media. They can give you some scrumptious ideas and inspire you to diversify your menu. It might sound strange, but even your place at the table can make a difference when it comes to your weight. It's pure logic: when you sit at a table surrounded by extremely tempting foods, it’s almost impossible not to eat them. But if you sit at the end of the table, you’re likely to skip out on certain foods simply because they’re harder to reach. Another great way to trick yourself into eating less is to cut your food into small pieces. This will give your brain the impression that there’s more on the plate than there actually is. Thanks to this, you'll feel full much faster and won't overeat. You’ll really like this discovery from Carnegie Mellon University: scientists there claim that an imaginary lunch helps us eat less in actual life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you drive a car with an automatic transmission? 🚕 The interface of automatic vehicles is often simpler, and new drivers don't have to struggle with a seemingly unruly stick shift and clutch. But there are still some ways you can mess up your transmission. Here are 7 of the most dangerous mistakes you can make when driving an automatic! 📣 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Walking is a totally free, easy exercise that requires little effort, and benefits not only your physical but also your mental well-being. If you’re looking for a simple yet very effective way of losing weight and improving your overall health, walking is something just for you. People who are physically active throughout their life are much less prone to this disease than those who have a more sedentary lifestyle. And that’s because they have more volume in their hippocampus, the part of the brain responsible for verbal memory and learning. A daily half-hour walk helps avoid serious problems, like coronary heart disease to name one, by lowering high blood pressure and cholesterol levels and improving blood circulation. Because of better-quality and deeper breathing, some symptoms associated with lung disease can show significant improvement thanks to walking. Muscle tone and weight loss is also totally achievable through simple walking. Find your optimal pace, but don’t break out into a jog. This sort of speed walking is low impact and doesn’t require any recovery time, which means no sore muscles to keep you from getting out and walking the next day. The Arthritis Foundation recommends at least 30 minutes of moderate walking a day to reduce pain, stiffness, and inflammation in the joints. Building strong bones will help you prevent osteoporosis and reduce bone loss. Walking contributes to better blood circulation within the spinal structures, pumping important nutrients into the soft tissues and improving posture and flexibility, both of which are vital for a healthy spine. A group of researchers at Iowa State University worked with hundreds of college students. Walking changed their mood for the better, even though no one warned them it could do so. If you still don’t feel motivated enough to start walking for your health, try joining a class or find a buddy who also wouldn’t mind getting all the benefits of walking. Another idea could be to hire a personal trainer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you have a headache and the pill you need isn’t at hand, the situation seems hopeless. But it isn’t so. There’s a scientific way to get rid of a headache called acupressure. Today, we will tell you about this technique which removes a headache effectively and quickly. Let us know in the comments below if this video is beneficial to you. And if so, hit that thumbs up button – it really helps our channel grow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if you stopped brushing your teeth? Would your teeth fall out, or would you be OK? In fact, there is a way to get pearly whites at the end of a year without brushing. It involves taking care of your teeth with some alternative methods. One of them is eating certain foods. Apples are a great choice because they’re an alkaline fruit and take the stains off the teeth. Sweet potatoes can help whiten teeth; strawberries contain malic acid, which can help prevent gum inflammation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Even the best look that took forever to create can be ruined by bad body language. This instinctual nonverbal “messenger” is still the main factor that influences how others perceive us and can make people like you or, on the contrary, make you totally unattractive. Here's a quick guide to some gestures you should avoid to always look your best. Gripping your arm behind your back sends a strong negative signal to those around you. The higher you grab your arm, the angrier you seem to people. Hiding your hands in your pockets means a lot of things, which is why it’s important to interpret body language as a whole. But in most cases people put their hands in their pockets when they're nervous. Clasped hands resting on the table is a mini-version of crossing your arms over your chest. Sitting with your fingers laced together and your hands raised off the table sends the same message: “I’m shutting myself off, and I don’t want to talk to you.” Instead of slouching, straighten your back, look ahead of you, and pick your feet up when you walk. These tips will improve your appearance even more than a new suit or a stunning dress! While we usually put our hands on the lips simply because we don’t know where to put our hands, it’s still a pretty intimidating pose to see on a conversation partner. We unconsciously touch our mouth when we're lying and many people know this. Also, when you cover your mouth, it can be hard to understand what you're saying. Clinching your hands looks like you’re literally about to punch someone in the face or you’re ready to defend yourself. Eye contact could be the most important part of communication. If you tend to maintain too much eye contact or you simply want to avoid doing so, try to fidget with something every once in a while, maybe lint on your pants or something in your salad. Just don’t overdo the fake distractions because you’ll seem impolite. There have been a lot of cool psychological studies on this topic, but to keep it short: we copy people who we like, and we like people who copy us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your computer sure makes life easier, but can you say you pay it back the same way? It turns out, seemingly insignificant things, like keeping the battery in or forgetting to unplug your headphones, can slowly kill your electronic buddy. Don’t worry! I’ll fill you in on the most common mistakes in PC care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are few things finer than sinking into bed after a long, hard day, right? But before you hit the sack, you probably have a bedtime routine that might include putting your hair up - if it’s long. But, this habit could do more harm than good.
Anyone with long hair might think that sleeping with a ponytail protects it from getting tangled or damaged. Turns out, this habit can trigger hair loss. It could even lead to a health condition called traction alopecia. Your hair especially deserves a break at night if you style it a lot during the day. But in fact, sleeping with a ponytail isn’t the only common bedtime habit that can have a negative effect on your body or sleep... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We use it to chase away flu and vampires. It gives us an odor which makes kissing impossible, but we still add it to our food to spice it up. Yes, we are talking about garlic. This stinking rose is full of cloves, contradictions, and mysteries. We’ve put together some amazing facts about garlic we are sure you did not know. And, wait for the best part, we are going to tell you what will happen to you if you put garlic under your pillow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Before takeoff and shortly before landing, flight attendants ask passengers to switch their electronic devices to flight mode. However, far from everyone complies because we just don’t understand how our small smartphones can interfere with the operation of a high-tech aircraft.
This seemingly simple command leaves us with the questions “Why?” and “What will happen if I don’t?” And some of us, particularly the brave and rebellious types, choose to leave our gadgets. So, why do we have to turn off our phones for takeoff and landing? Get ready to find out the answer to this inquiry and many others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Before going to an unfamiliar country, you need to know about its culture. Especially if you are going to Asia where the society still follows certain traditions and has a hierarchical structure. One of these traditional countries is South Korea with its frightening characteristics and unusual taboos.
So before you fill your belly with kimchi and then hit up a BTS concert, you’ll need to get acquainted with some South Korean “no-no’s” first. Here's the list of bizarre cultural faux pas and downright illegal bans of South Korea so that you won’t spoil your trip to the land of morning freshness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bad breath is a very touchy and personal question. Dental hygiene is important, but brushing your teeth twice a day and chewing gum may not be enough. There are scientifically proven cases of what may be the reasons behind bad breath. Let's find the root of the problem. We at Bright Side have done some research and put together a list of dental hygiene do's and don'ts. Perhaps all you need to do is to adjust just one or two of your habits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can we take a moment to stop and appreciate one of the most important inventions ever? No, not your phone, the Internet, or HotPockets. The toilet! The biggest question has to be: Why are they always white? Wouldn’t that encourage stains? Why can’t they be black or some other dark color that would hide any graffiti more discreetly?
Well, actually, commodes haven’t always been white…or porcelain! Go back to the Middle Ages. In Europe, commoners had to use chamber pots — yes, for both numbers! But other parts of the world had the sanitary toilet thing down way earlier. The first-ever recorded flushing water closet belonged to King Minos of Crete over 2,800 years ago! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do cats like to sleep with their owners? Is it healthy, by the way? And if it's not, what are the risks? Actually, most of the cat owners sleep with their pets. Are you one of these people? Then you know that it's really relaxing to sleep with a cat listening to their purring. And they are so warm and soft! But have you ever wondered why your cat loves to sleep on your bed so much?
The sweetest thing is that it’s their way of saying “I love you!” Cats can't tell you this directly, so they kneed your legs, bring you gifts, show you their belly, purr, and sleep by your side to show affection. They can be independent and antisocial, especially compared to dogs, but they miss you dearly when you're away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Even though cell phones have dramatically changed since the 90s, loads of myths surrounding them are still the same! The more megapixels the phone's camera has, the better images you get; the dimmer the screen is, the better it's for your eyes; overnight charging harms the battery.
Some people even believe that a phone can cook an egg. This myth became popular after a viral Internet article - lots of people believed that radio waves a cell phone emits were so powerful that you could boil an egg by placing it between two devices. In short, smartphone myths are numerous and persistent. So let’s pop some of these dubious bubbles, shall we? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever wondered why airplanes would not always fly in a straight line from one point to another? After all, they’re in the air, what could possibly stop them? Well, there are plenty of reasons for that, and while some are common, others might be harder to explain.
Did you know, for example, that planes can't fly over Paris? It seems surprising that the capital of France, despite having four airports within its city limits, has prohibited airspace but it's true! Moscow is another big city over which all flights were prohibited from the 1960s. However, in 2013, a new law was issued that finally allowed commercial airplanes to cross the sky over the Russian capital. Let's find out what the reasons are! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What happens to your phone when the battery hits 1%? Nowadays these gadgets are almost part of us... but how well do we know all of their features? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you look at the seas and oceans on the map you might think that they just flow into each other. It seems like there’s only one big ocean, and people just gave different names to its parts. Well, you’ll be amazed at how vivid the borders between them are!
The border between the Pacific and Atlantic oceans is like a line between 2 worlds. It looks as if the two oceans meet at an invisible wall which does not let them flow into each other and mix their waters. Why on Earth does it happen? We know for sure there is no invisible wall inside, and water is water. So what could interfere with its mixing? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What does it mean to be “cute”? Beauty standards and perceptions of attractiveness vary across cultures, but one thing is clear: being called “cute” is something entirely different. Is there a scientific explanation of why our brains perceive some people as “cute” and others as “beautiful,” “hot,” and so on? We’re about to answer all of them with the help of science! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You probably don't need to worry too much about a regular spider bite unless you have an allergy. But a venomous spider is a different story. Allergic reactions from them are more severe. Venomous spiders are easy to identify by their pattern. For instance, a black body with red "hourglass" coloration on the underside of its abdomen signifies a black widow. And the venom of a black widow spider causes immediate pain at the bite site and then spreads to other areas of the body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The beauty of nature all around you, the fresh air, and days and days of meditative rest far away from civilization ahead of you. But you’ve been walking for quite some time to get this far, and now it’s time to set up camp. The woods around are dense, and there’s no suitable place to put up your tent. Then, you notice a nice green patch completely devoid of trees and only sprinkled with some low-growing bushes. You go there, smug about your find, and get to work on the tent.
The ground is unusually soft and smooth, but that doesn’t bother you too much. By the time you’re done, it’s dark already, so you get inside the tent and crawl into your cozy sleeping bag. You wake up from a creeping feeling that something’s not right. You feel… wet? You rush out of the tent as quickly as you can and see that it’s started to sink into the ground. Turns out you’ve set up camp on a swamp! Swamps aren’t always obvious. But there are some other things that can ruin your forest vacation so today we'll tell you how to camp in the wood! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to ride safely on escalators? What would happen if your shoelace or clothes got caught in an escalator? Are there any escalator safety tips? Imagine this. You’re standing on the subway escalator on your way up, engrossed in reading a book, and almost miss the step-off. You keep your balance. Something’s tugging at your right foot. You turn around, and it’s your worst nightmare: your shoelace got stuck in the escalator!
Or imagine you’re sitting on the steps (never do that, by the way) and wearing a loose shirt that’s not tucked into your pants. You wait until the escalator starts getting flat and only then stand up. Well, at least you try. When you do, you feel a powerful tug at your collar and lose your balance. The stairs have eaten the hem of your shirt and are quickly dragging you down. Let’s find out why these things happen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The longest-living person was a woman who made it 122 years and 164 days. Which isn’t bad for a species with an average lifespan of 72 years. There was also a cat that set the record for the feline community by living to 38 years.
Yet dogs aren’t so lucky, which means we humans, who’ve dubbed these loveable creatures as our best friends, really feel the sting. A 13-year-old person has their whole life ahead of them, yet a 13-year-old dog is considered a senior at that age! While we humans take up to 18 years to stop growing and developing, a dog is usually full-grown at 18 months! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why is it dangerous to stand near a dead whale? Whales are truly fascinating creatures. They are so big, that you could easily walk through a blue whale’s arteries. That's why a beached whale so easily gathers crowds of onlookers. But you shouldn't come too close... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With 25 million babies born each year (compared to 4 million annually in the US), it’s easy to see that India knows a thing or two about parenting. Even the most mischievous of kids avoid punishment here, and there’s a great reason for such an approach. So, how to be good parents according to Indian families? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who doesn’t want a nice brilliant smile? Getting braces can fix bigger problems that could affect you later in life too, like jaw alignment. In short, what braces do is apply pressure to the teeth to encourage them to move into the correct position inside the mouth.
Each tooth has a name, and charts of the correct position of each tooth are found all over the dentist’s and orthodontist’s office. Most of us have a slight or significant underbite or overbite. This is due to jaw misalignment, and braces will fix that! But how does all that metal in your mouth really work? And why might someone need braces? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With more and more people using the Internet both in their business and private life. Here's some bad news for you: it's getting way harder to protect yourself against scammers because now they've started to target - brace yourself - your Google Calendar! In short, this scam uses hyperlink-embedded events to get access to your sensitive information. Let's figure out how the scam goes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to get rid of blackheads, according to top dermatologists? What are the best blackheads removers? These effective 5-minute methods will clean your face from the blackheads from your nose and lips completely.
There is a problem everybody no matter the skin type faces – blackheads. It seems like it's pretty impossible to get them all out! These days multiple products and procedures can help you deal with this issue, but is there any other alternative? As it turns out there is. Do you want to know why and how exactly blackheads appear on your skin and what can help you get rid of them? Then, let's get to the bottom of it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
“Would the lead steward please come to the flight deck... immediately”. Sounds like one of those in-flight announcements from a dramatic plane crash movie. No one would ever want to hear this in reality. Unfortunately, it’s exactly what the passengers on Air Transat Flight 236 heard as their plane ran out of fuel somewhere above the Atlantic.
It was supposed to be a regular flight for Air Transat from Toronto, Canada, to Lisbon, Portugal. The weather was fine that August evening, and Flight 236 took off without delays. It had 306 people on board. The Airbus was fairly new, with only 2 years of active service. It had two powerful engines, and 5 tons more fuel than is required when it took off. Yet, 8 hours later, when the plane should have touched down in Lisbon, it was nowhere to be seen... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In every country, women have their own secrets on how to stay young and beautiful. But French women have the most natural charm in the world because they somehow manage to look 18 at the age of 42, like Audrey Tautou. Of course, there are no universal tips that can help everyone, but French women definitely have some useful habits that help them stay charming at any age. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to know if you have a vitamin deficiency? It can lead to many health problems. Without vitamins, we feel weak and apathetic and become an easy target for various viruses. All you need to do to determine if you’re getting enough vitamins is look in the mirror. The vitamin deficiency is usually literally written on your face. You can carry out your check-up while you’re watching this video. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to tell if you're being followed? And what to do when you think someone's following you? How to get away safely? Imagine you’re walking home after a night out with friends. That’s when you hear footsteps behind you. You turn around to see someone walking toward you...
We hope nothing like this ever happens to you, but being prepared for it gives you confidence like nothing else. First of all, if some people are walking by, you can loudly say “Hey!” and pretend they’re your friends. Don’t go to your house or apartment when you’re being followed. If worse comes to worst, don’t stay quiet. But yell “fire” instead of “help.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why do we look the way we look? Most of it’s down to our planet Earth, its atmosphere, gravity, that kind of stuff. When you go on a weeklong beach getaway, you get a tan. Basic. But what about living on a whole other planet? What would we look like if we lived on another planet of the Solar System?
One astronaut spent a whole year living on the International Space Station. Zero gravity means no healthy pressure on your body, so his bones - got weaker. So did his muscles. It also gave him more space between his vertebrae, so he got a bit taller. And that’s only a year. The more time you spend at the beach, the darker your tan gets… so… What if we moved to Mars or Mercury? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If we could taste colors, what would each color taste like? Sounds like a hypothetical question but this is exactly what happened to me recently! It was a Sunday morning, and I fried eggs for breakfast. But something was definitely wrong. I wasn’t sure if it’s eggs or me, though. Now, you've tried fried eggs, right? They normally taste like… eggs. But that time, along with the egg, I could also taste lemon, vanilla yogurt, and even some paper. Whatever was the reason, I decided I’d be okay with just a tea for that day. But as soon as tried it, I spat it out. What is that? Did I put a spoonful of black pepper there?
I tried to eat some strawberries but, along with the normal strawberry taste, they had a taste of hot chili. Suddenly, I got a weird thought. Do I… taste colors? And then I remembered something I read in one article once. Synesthesia! According to the theory, signals from one sensory system may end up in another system. For example, when a person can see the color of music or feel the smell of words. Something similar happens to newborn babies. And something similar happened to me... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scammers keep coming up with new and more creative schemes to steal your money or valuable data. If you stay updated on the new phone scam schemes you can protect your money and data from scammers. This new scam has the potential to outsmart all other types of fraud. The Better Business Bureau has already called it the most dangerous phone scam out there! So, if your own number calls you, never ever take the call! Typically, the bad guys calling you from your own number introduce themselves as representatives from your mobile provider. They start by informing you that somebody has hacked your account. Then, they ask you to verify a few things. This sounds so trustworthy and people are already freaked out at the thought of their account being hacked that they willingly give up their personal data. First and foremost, don't answer the phone. There's no way that "you" are calling yourself. Authorities also recommend signing up for the National Do Not Call Registry. And if you get unwanted calls, you can report them to the Federal Trade Commission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
These days, our phones are basically part of us. Almost like your lift pinky. While they are magical devices that can do pretty much anything, phones aren’t invincible! Do you know, for example, that your phone uses the battery to search for reception? This will seriously drain it!
By the way, don't let your phone lose its battery completely before you charge it. Just wait ‘til it gets below that 30% line. If you plug in your phone every time it gets a little below 100%, eventually, it will have a hard time recharging. So check out these tips and tricks so that your cell can stay by your side for longer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Another long workday. Finally, you get in the car, turn on your favorite song, and start driving home. That’s when you notice something weird in the rear-view mirror. “Is that guy following me?” You slow down – maybe they’ll pass. Nope. You speed up – they stay on you. What to do if you suspect someone is tailing you in a car?
Well, before you get too nervous or annoyed, confirm that you are indeed being followed. The easiest way is to make 3 right turns around the block. Why would someone drive aimlessly around the same buildings? If you’re on the freeway, take the next upcoming exit. But instead of getting off, get right back on the freeway. If the car does the same, it’s probably tailing you. And if you've confirmed you are being followed, here's what you should do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
An average person drinks about 264 gallons of water a year. People take this liquid for granted and perhaps never think what would happen if they stopped drinking it. Well, let's see what dire consequences this action would have. "Water" includes other liquids such as soda, juices, tea, and old plain soup. However, these options are perceived by your body mostly like food. If the level of water in your body drops by 1 percent, your survival instinct will kick in, and you will start to feel thirsty. As water is supposed to lubricate your joints and the areas between the bones, its lack will make your whole body hurt as your bones will grind against each other. The condition of your skin will get much worse. Your brain will start to shrink. At first, this will be a temporary phenomenon, but if you don't recover your water balance, the brain may suffer from permanent damage. You can survive without food much longer than without water, that's why feeding isn't the priority of your body. You will be more likely to feel nauseous than starving. It's extremely important to notice the signs of dehydration on time and do everything to avoid such a condition. So, pay attention to your water balance if you gain weight despite your regular visits to the gym meaning that your metabolic rate has lowered, you feel feverish, your heart rate is elevated, your skin loses its elasticity and turns red, you feel constantly tired and can’t concentrate. If you stay in the office during the day, put water on the table and take a sip now and then. If your job is connected with moving around, remember to put your water bottle in your backpack. It may seem surprising, but more than 20 percent of your daily intake of water comes from food. Try to eat more celery, watermelon, and cucumbers to support your water balance. Another way to introduce more liquid to your diet is broths and soups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One day, all the crabs disappeared. People searched in the seas, oceans, lakes, rivers, rainforests. Not a single, live crab… only old shells. Crabs shed, or molt several times during their life. Their body keeps growing, but their shell doesn’t. So they throw off their old "suit" and hide. They sit there in silence until their new one grows. But why did every single crab molt on the same day? Where are they hiding?
Crabs dig burrows when they molt. Deep down in the sand, they’re protected from predators and bad weather. This time, something weird happened. They hid way deeper than ever before, so they had more time to grow. For 6 months, they’ve been sitting and waiting for their new shell to grow. And they grew so large that small shellfish and algae are just not enough, and they want more food... Okay, this is one more crazy what-if question for those who love hypothetical scenarios. So, what if our oceans were filled with giant crabs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We seem to think we know pretty much all there is to know about our Earth that nothing can surprise us at this point. You’ll be amazed when you find out how much you have yet to learn about our home planet: let’s start with 10 little-known earthly facts. You might know that it’s called “the blue planet”, but did you know that scientists say Earth was originally a different color? Or that the Moon isn’t Earth’s only satellite? The magnetic field is vital for Earth because it protects the planet from the impact of solar winds. We think of our planet’s magnetic field as something constant and stable, but the truth is that it’s changing. James Ross, an explorer and British naval officer, pinpointed the northern magnetic pole for the first time in 1831. In 1904, Roald Amundsen, a polar regions explorer from Norway, reached the north magnetic pole again and was surprised to find that it had shifted 31 miles since Ross's discovery. Earth, despite common belief, isn't perfectly round. It’s more like a squashed sphere. So its mass is irregular and differs in various places, which causes “wobbles” of gravity in different areas of the planet. A smaller celestial body about 750 miles wide orbited Earth like a second moon. It most likely crashed into our main satellite later on. Scientists also don't rule out the probability that one day Earth will get another satellite. If all the gold found inside the Earth could be extracted, it would be enough to cover the entire surface of the planet in a 2-foot layer of gold. And if we gave everyone an equal piece, each one of Earth’s inhabitants would get 9 pounds of this treasure. Magma lurking below the surface of crater lakes emits carbon dioxide into the waters of the lakes. This carbon dioxide builds up in a thick layer at the bottom of the lakes until pressure gives way, and it’s released in an explosion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How much water should you drink? All humans need water to survive. In fact, two-thirds of your body is comprised of the stuff. While drinking water is undoubtedly part of your daily diet, there are ways it can actually be harmful. You may be drinking it incorrectly all the time without even knowing it.
Do you drink water while you’re on the go, standing, walking, and even running? This easy habit can wreak havoc on your body! Specifically on your body’s filtration system, aka your kidneys. Do you drink water immediately after a big meal? That's not good for your body either! So, guys, we're going to tell you about how to get the most from your water intake! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are many things we do in the morning, because it seems like the perfect and only possible time for them. It turns out we make a huge mistake but you can avoid it if you follow some simple everyday rules. Note, there’s a bonus in the end of the video that explains how we can get good sleep with the help of a pencil. If you don’t eat a few hours before you go to bed, you won’t sleep well. Hunger often causes insomnia and if you go to bed without having dinner you’ll probably need a large breakfast. Evening strolls are proven to be good for health and they help cope with insomnia, according to National Sleep Foundation research. Thorough planning before bed will help you stay calm in the morning and perform all necessary actions step-by-step without wasting precious time and energy. The same is true for your outfit and lunch.
Spend at least 10 minutes meditating before you go to bed. It’s important to concentrate your attention on your inner awareness. Reading is another great way to relax because plunging into a different world helps in getting rid of the stress from daily problems better than both tea and music. Brushing the hair before bed cleans away dead cells, dust, and skin fat. And a light massage with a smooth brush helps transport oxygen and nutrient rich materials to the roots. In the morning, you won’t need to style your hair in a hurry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you remember that absolutely divine feeling you had as a child when you were digging in wet sand at the beach? Deeper and deeper... Have you ever wondered where you would have ended up if you’d kept digging without stopping? Great news! Even if you never managed to find out how far down your little tunnel could go, this video will tell you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your body has a way of telling you when it’s happy, when it’s sad, or when it desperately needs your attention. And there are certain signs you can’t ignore that, if it’s giving them to you, mean you’d better see a doctor right away. Follow these simple tips to stay healthy and avoid serious diseases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if you were able to travel at the speed of light? Think of this: you'd travel 186,000 miles in just one second. In other words, it would take you just a second to go around Earth seven and a half times! The speed at which light travels in a perfect vacuum is 671 million miles per hour!
It takes sunlight on average 8 minutes and 17 seconds to travel all the way from the Sun to Earth - just enough time to drink a cup of coffee in the morning! Why don't we, humans, explore space at the speed of light? In short, the laws of physics make it impossible. Let's ignore this insignificant detail for now and imagine we CAN move at the speed of light! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you afraid of snakes? Very few people would call an encounter with a snake pleasant even if it’s just a harmless grass snake. Unexpectedly coming face-to-face with a snake can be a scary experience. There are some specific signs that can help you to distinguish whether the snake is venomous or not. There are so many species of snakes in the world that there can be certain exceptions. Nevertheless, these are some general differences that you should be aware of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why is your cat sad or mad at you? If your cat isn’t happy, no one in the house is allowed to be either. Sometimes we cat owners, with all our affection and loyalty, actually do more harm than good. At least that’s what we recently learned, and we’re here to spread the message!
Did you know, for example, that most cats just hate strangers? They see any other creatures of their kind as competition for food, toys, and love. Or have you ever noticed they don’t like belly rubs? A cat’s stomach is its most vulnerable area, and protecting it is a basic instinct. So be gentle and respectful! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are modern humans the pinnacle of the food chain, the strongest and most intelligent creatures ever to walk this Earth? Maybe now, but once upon a time, we had some real competition: Neanderthals.
Wait, like, cave people? Weren’t Neanderthals our ancestors? Nope! We came from the Cro-Magnon, which were early modern humans. Neanderthals were a separate branch of humans. Their DNA is even different from ours, so we can safely say that Neanderthals were a completely different species. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if you decided to quit eating for an entire week? Would it be dangerous for your body? Nowadays, many people prefer to stick to periodical water fasting, so they don't consume any food and drink apart from water. Water fasting should last for no more than a couple of days, and you should consult with a doctor beforehand. Among its benefits are lower blood pressure, improved insulin and leptin sensitivity, lower cholesterol levels, and weight loss. The first and most important thing is not to jump into a long session of water fasting right away. Your first experience with it should last for about 2 days. As you plan your 7-day water fasting, try to pick a low-stress time in your life. Doing this during exam season or when you're moving house isn't the best time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is it dangerous to eat moldy bread? 🍞 Can you eat a clean part of eat? If mold is only on one little corner, so maybe you can just cut that piece off? Or maybe search the loaf for a slice without this unwelcomed furry-looking bread invader? Just hold it right there! You don’t wanna do that, and you’re about to find out why! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Coyotes – they’re wild animals that roam the grasslands and foothills of North America. But they’re becoming more and more frequent guests to suburbs and even cities. They don’t enjoy or seek the company of humans and they wouldn’t move closer to us by choice. However, now these canines aren’t as afraid of humans as they used to be and feel safe roaming around backyards, even with the homeowners nearby! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you have a pet, you have probably heard some myths about them. Cats are nighttime hunters, dogs see the world in black and white, goldfish have a 3-second memory – it’s the pet “facts” we’ve all come to know and believe. But how about sorting out pet myths from pet truths?
Yes, your pooch does have a narrower visual spectrum than you do, but that doesn’t mean they can’t see colors at all. Cats are actually crepuscular creatures. As for goldfish, recent research shows that they are capable of learning! So, as you have probably guessed, these “facts” are just myths! Let's discover the truth behind them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scientists have proved that regular consumption of seeds and nuts is incredibly good for your health and appearance. Today, we'll talk about walnuts. If you eat just a handful of them a day, you’ll see all kinds of positive changes in your health and wellness! You’ll definitely like what you see in the mirror too!
Did you know, for example, that antioxidants found in walnuts neutralize those free radicals? This helps skin regain its elasticity and you get youthful radiant skin! And it's only one among a number of the great benefits of eating walnuts. So how much of those is enough to stay young and healthy? What exactly will happen if you actually start eating them every day? Let’s figure out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The gemstone, which is now called the Hope Diamond, was formed deep within the Earth more than 1 billion years ago! It was originally used as one of the decorations of an Indian temple idol. But one day a Hindu priest decided it was far too beautiful and valuable to leave there and plucked it out. He was severely punished, of course, but the Hope Diamond was already out of the temple.
“The King's jewel,” “The blue of France” - these are some nicknames for the most mysterious and seemingly dangerous gem in history. The selected few who were “lucky” enough to possess the famous Hope Diamond died horrific deaths. But in the beginning, nobody could foresee the trouble... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
According to statistics, most drivers change their car once every six years, which is a pretty long period of time. To take the best out of your car in those six years, to save money and to avoid constant repairing, you’d better avoid ten mistakes many of us make when buying a car. One day you’ll probably decide to sell your car. That’s why you have to consider some important features. According to Paint supplier PPG Industries, white is the most popular car color in the US with 35 percent of all sold vehicles. It is followed by black with 17 percent, and silver and gray that both got a 12 percent popularity. In case you want to purchase some good old German luxury brands such as BMW or Mercedes-Benz, you have to be prepared to pay around $17,800 and $12,900 for ten years of maintenance accordingly. US popular brand Cadillac comes next with an average $12,500 maintenance cost for the same period of time. Additional airbags, a passenger sensing system that can tell the size of the person in the seat and save smaller children in case of a crash, auto-dimming mirrors to reduce the glare coming from headlights at night, head restraints and ABS are some of the things you don’t want to save money at. Make a check-list of features you need to check and think of where you’ll be driving your new vehicle. Try driving on the highway and park in uncomfortable conditions if that’s what you know you’ll have to do in the future. Examine everything to help yourself make the right decision. Don’t be afraid to miss “the deal of a lifetime.” You must have noticed those come up now and then, so you shouldn’t let them pressure you into making a wrong financial decision that will affect your budget for years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you had billions of dollars in your bank account, what would you do? Are you going to buy the fashionable clothes, shoes, and accessories you’ve always dreamed of? Will you move into a million-dollar mansion and own numerous luxury cars? But you’ll surely get the shock of your life when you get to know the spending habits of today’s billionaires. Bright Side will give you a peek into the lives of the world’s richest of the rich with the cheapest lifestyle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stonehenge, the Taj Mahal, the Great Pyramid of Giza – all incredible historical monuments and impressive engineering feats! But have you ever wondered how much it would cost to build these awe-inspiring landmarks nowadays?
For example, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Great Pyramid of Giza was built around 4,000 years ago. The whole thing was made with more than 2 million limestone blocks, each weighing about 2.5 tons. And it took tens of thousands of workers up to 30 years to complete the construction! If you decided to build such a colossal monument nowadays, the total price tag would be a jaw-dropping $1.2 billion! But it isn’t even the most expensive! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you asked people what they thought the best watch in the world was, most of them would probably assure you that it's a Rolex. But is there any reason why this brand costs so much? Watch this video to find it out the truth about Rolex and some unexpected facts about the most expensive things in the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let's say you have $90,000. Will you buy a car, an apartment, or go on a yacht trip around the world? For this money, an insect enthusiast from Japan bought a huge stag beetle for his collection. Some objects are able to amaze not only by their ingenuity or design but also with their ridiculously high price. Yes, we all understand "expensive" differently. However, there are many amazing things that cost even much more than we can imagine. We're not talking about gold and diamonds here.
For example, in New Orleans, you can taste ice cream for the price of an apartment in New York. A serving costs almost $4 million! $250,000! That's how much nail polish can cost. To make the lacquer truly luxurious, the creators added 267 carats of black diamonds to it. Fishing enthusiasts will appreciate the Giant Haskell Minnow lure! It was made from copper in 1853. That's the first lure with a movable tail. In 2003, the thing was bought by a collector for more than $100,000. "Buy nice, or buy twice." But does it always make sense to buy exceptionally expensive things, especially if their functions don't differ from that of the cheap ones?
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What are the most expensive things in the world? Some objects are able to amaze not only by their design but also with their ridiculously high price. Check out a list of some enormously expensive everyday things you should see at least once!
How much would you pay for a new haircut? A vacuum cleaner? Or even a water bottle? Some people are willing to pay a fortune for the most luxurious or most limited items. What about you? If you had unlimited money, would you buy some of these things? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This mysterious and picturesque country located between India and China was closed for tourists until 1974. Today, everyone who’s ready to go through a lot of formalities and has enough money can visit Bhutan. Ans even though the borders are open, the King still tries to restrict the number of tourists using many different methods.
This is a country that decided to measure national happiness, has completely free healthcare, and nobody living on the streets. Sounds unbelievable, but this is all true about Bhutan, and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. So, wanna know why all the people who live in Bhutan are so happy? Let's find out more about their traditions and numerous bans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Picture this: you’re driving on a highway, and suddenly see something you’ve failed to notice earlier: your gas tank is almost empty! You drive to the closest gas station, only to find they have no other gas but 87. Should you pump it inside your car or not? What’s the difference between those numbers?
In fact, gasoline can actually be different, and it’s not one type fits all. In the US, the most typical numbers you’ll see are 87, 89, and 92. In other parts of the world, the numbers can vary, but most common ones are 91, 95, and 98. The higher the number value, the higher the cost of the fuel, so it might seem natural to choose the cheapest one and go with it, but it’s not as simple as it sounds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ah, India... It's a country of great wisdom, incredible history, ruins of ancient cities, eastern spices, delicious tea, and beautiful nature. India gave the world a great civilization. You will never want to leave it. However, when you have to do that, don't forget to exchange your rupees. No one is allowed to take them out of the country!
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The 21st century is the age of rapid technological progress, and we’re advancing at a mind-blowing rate. So what do you think our world will look like by 2025? It’s only a little bit more than 5 years from now, but by various accounts, it’s going to be really exciting in 5 years.
Solar panels will beat fossil fuels in energy output, becoming the largest source of energy on the planet. Augmented and virtual reality will become a thing. The problem of traffic jams will either be solved altogether or very close to it. Human genome will most probably be cracked, and only ethical issues will remain before genetic modifications of people become available.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to reuse old things. Are you taking this old ice tray to the trash bin? And these old sneakers too? Please, don't - old things can have amazing new uses. Or you can sell this seemingly useless stuff online and earn a fortune! So if you're looking for repurposing ideas, we got something interesting for you.
Did you know, for example, that a simple piece of paper you don't usually hesitate to throw away can be sold for thousands of dollars several years later if it's related to some important event, for example, a remarkable baseball match? You can also try to sell empty boxes, pine cones, and even... used toilet paper rolls! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ever dreamed about living in a palace? Like Buckingham Palace, for example? Well, it’s a nice place, so why not? This ostentatious home is pretty old and huge, but the location is close to schools and shopping! And besides that, it’s got a lot of interesting secrets. When you learn about them you'll get a glimpse of what it's like to live there.
Did you know, for example, that the Royal family can receive treatment without leaving the palace? Or that the River Tyburn flows under the south wing of the palace, revealing the fact that the building was set up on swampland? Or that the site where the royal residence is located now was once occupied by a monastery. And some believe that’s the reason why the place is haunted by the ghost of a monk who used to live in that monastery... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Making money is one thing, spending it is another. We often think about all the possibilities of how really rich people can spend their wealth. So what would you do if you had tons of money, get yourself a yacht with a mansion on it and literally sleep on a bed of cash? Hey, if you’re an Indian billionaire, that’s just one of the many bizarre ways you can spend your fortune. As for the others? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Police officers are the order of any country. In movies, they chase the worst criminals, conduct interrogations, and, of course, they save people. But is this all this true? And how do these things really happen?
Btw, have you ever engaged in a pleasant conversation with a police officer who stopped you on the road? If you have, then you’ve probably given them a lot of useful info without even realizing it. The police have much more up their sleeves than you might think, and a superhero arsenal is just one of many of those things! So here are the most interesting facts about the dangerous work that policemen do. Most people probably have no idea about these crazy facts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to make more money? You work hard and never buy anything expensive, but you still have very little money. You keep running out of precious cash long before pay day and can’t save enough up to buy anything you really want. Newsflash, folks: that money curse is, in fact, your own habits preventing you from getting rich! Let’s see what you can do right away to change the situation for the better! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Marylin Monroe apparently knew what she was singing about. Diamonds are a girl’s best friend. Well, not all diamonds are friends. That’s where the Orlov diamond comes in – notorious for ruining his owners’ lives and… Yes, it is black! And, its past and origin are as dark as its color.
Legend has it that the Orlov diamond is “The Eye of Brahma” – a 195-carat gemstone that was inlaid in a Hindu statue near Pondicherry, India. In 1747, it was stolen under mysterious circumstances. Several hours before its disappearance, a monk was seen in the shrine who was later believed to be a thief. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all have our own unique, everyday routines. But it turns out that not only us mere mortals have our little quirks! Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II has habits she sticks to as well! Have you ever wondered why the Queen always carries her purse with her wherever she goes?
There’s a practical explanation to this mysterious phenomenon: in her handbag, the Queen always has a pen, a lipstick, a mirror, her reading glasses, and some mints. But wait, there’s more to a simple purse than that! In the Queen's hands, it turns into a sort of social indicator which Her Majesty uses at different events and gatherings. That's how she lets the staff know her intentions!
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According to the National Association of Professional Organizers, we spend at least 1 year of our lives looking for stuff. So why do we hold on to things? The answer is simple. Not everything comes with an expiration date. So, we’re unsure when we should get rid of old items. But, ditching things that we no longer use can help us maximize space and improve productivity.
To help yourself declutter, you have to follow one simple rule. Chuck away anything you haven’t used in the past two years. Now, don’t go around putting everything in boxes. That’ll create a huge mess. Instead, do one item at a time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Statue of Liberty is one of the most (if not THE most) famous monuments in the world. Anyone visiting New York City can see her, but not everyone knows that Lady Liberty has her own secrets. One of them is – she might not even be a lady at all!
Or do you know, for example, that number seven meant a lot for the Statue's creators? It's easy to notice the Statue has seven spikes on its crown, symbolizing universal liberty across the seven oceans and continents. But there are less obvious references to the number seven. Btw, you can see this monument not in NYC only! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This infamous loosely designated area between Florida, Puerto Rico, and the Bermudas is any captain’s and pilot’s nightmare. Many disappeared aircraft, ships, and cruise liners were attributed to this mysterious zone. They say the main reason why the Bermuda Triangle is so enigmatic must be the magnetic fields that form this ominous triangle.
The thing is that the ocean floor is made of rocks containing a lot of magnetites. It’s more like iron. Magnetic fields react to the high concentration of magnetite on the ocean floor, which may start a sort of conflict between the two. It can often lead to various weather anomalies and, as a result, navigation issues. But magnetic fields tend to shift their position, so do tectonic plates and even the continents, even though we never notice it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It was the very beginning of the year 1912. A giant chunk of ice broke off a glacier in southwest Greenland. It was a huge thing - more than 1,700 ft long, it weighed around 75 million tons! Btw, out of 15,000 to 30,000 icebergs that drift away from Greenland’s glaciers, only 1% ever makes it all the way to the Atlantic. That's why it's so amazing that in April that the iceberg that sank the Titanic was already more than 1,500 miles away from the Arctic Circle!
Several days before our iceberg made it to the Atlantic Ocean, a magnificent ship left port. It was Titanic. Meanwhile, the iceberg was approaching the area the Titanic was going to cross on its way to New York. It happened on April, 14 when the ship was in the North Atlantic Ocean. At about 11.40 PM, people who were still awake on board the Titanic toppled down, pushed over by some mysterious and powerful force. We al know what was that. But do you know what happened to the iceberg after the Titanic hit it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Hubble Telescope orbits our planet, looking out at the big unknown universe. Since it’s out of our atmosphere, the Hubble can see way further than telescopes on land. No clouds up there. This guy helped us confirm the theory about supermassive black holes in the centers of galaxies. It also discovered a whole bunch of new galaxies, including the world's oldest one, which is about 8 billion years older than our Milky Way!
But let’s travel 25 light-years away to another special star. Fomalhaut. It's almost twice as big and heavy as the Sun. If you look at it from far away, you can see a bright yellow disk around it. It’s a debris disk, full of bits of space rock, and it’s huge. Scientists were curious about it, was all this space dust gonna get smooshed together and become a planet one day? But then they saw something else! Right there, through all that debris, was a massive mysterious object... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever inhaled helium out of a balloon? We’ve all done it at least once in our lifetime. Your voice gets super high pitched and squeaky for a couple of seconds, you gotta keep inhaling through the balloon though, it doesn’t last very long. It’s a fun party trick, and it’s all thanks to Helium, which is much lighter than Oxygen. Because of that, Helium travels quicker through your vocal cords, making them vibrate faster. But what if helium replaces oxygen?
Well, a little bit of Helium isn’t harmful, not when you’re inhaling it through a balloon with almost no pressure. But a whole atmosphere of helium!? Everyone starts running around, shouting in high squeaky voices. It’s pretty entertaining, but also kind of terrifying. Your ears start to feel a bit funny, and it sounds like someone’s revving a motorbike inside your head. You need Oxygen to balance out the air pressure inside your ear. And since the atmosphere is now filled with Helium for some reason, your body can’t maintain that balance... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You snap a vacation selfie with your fingers in a peace sign, and post it to your social media. It gets you likes, comments, all that good stuff. The next day someone breaks into your banking app. Someone just stole your identity, all thanks to that innocent little selfie! Researchers in Japan managed to scan and copy fingerprints from a photo taken about 9 feet away. Normal quality, fingerprints in focus, and some good lightning. That’s all it takes apparently!
The better the image quality, the easier it is. So, if you have one of the latest smartphones, you’re in the high risk zone. When someone gets access to your fingerprint, cyber bad guys can get rich off that kind of data. You probably use your thumb to log into apps, including your banking ones. That’s your money and personal info, up for grabs to the highest bidder. So, here's how you can stop these fingerprint thieves and other essential tips to keep your data secure online! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So you take your canine companion to the doggy park. He meets a new friend, and they start playing together. Peaceful tail wagging quickly grows into biting each other. To your horror, you notice they're both going for each other's face and neck! No need to worry! Dogs naturally bite each other when playing in a game called mouth-wrestling or jaw-sparring. It’s a totally healthy way both dogs and cats interact with their friends. But there are warning signs you should look out for when dogs' play gets a little too rough for comfort!
That, and other things you've probably wondered about your pet. Like why dogs tilt their head when you talk to them, why dogs get the zoomies. Ever wondered why your cat keeps knocking things off the table or other surfaces or why cats are so terrified of cucumbers? All that and more, check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When it's raining, you're either in it or you're not. But sometimes you might notice beautiful blue skies far off in the distance. The people over there obviously aren't dealing with rain. They're looking at you saying to each other, "Glad I'm not where they are!" 😅
But here's the main question: where does that rain start and stop? Why don't you ever see the edge of a rainstorm? Does it even exist or is it like the rare, never-seen unicorn of weather? Well, I have the answer to that plus some more unusual phenomena you can see on Earth! As in, tornadoes made of fire and volcanoes that spew electric blue lava! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's a dream come true! FINALLY! You have the WHOLE mall to yourself. No crowds, no lines, it's all just for you! ...Because you got locked in the mall by mistake! You spend the whole night shopping in all the stores and trying on new outfits. But you know the mall will open tomorrow morning, and you'll be free. The only thing is...it doesn't open. Or the next day. Or the next! You get locked in a mall by yourself for A WHOLE YEAR! What was epic fun has now become a test of your survival skills! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You've heard bees only sting once because they don't survive after stinging you. But why is that? The answer to that and more animal facts you didn't know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever felt a certain way, but you just couldn’t explain exactly what you were feeling? Human emotion is an extremely complex thing, and “happy” or “sad” or “mad” just don’t do it justice. But even the most complicated and indescribable emotions have names! You won’t find any of the following words in a dictionary. Well, actually, you can, but only in one: The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows. This is an entirely online dictionary created by writer John Koenig. In it, he describes and gives names to an array of human emotion that we haven’t yet put to words. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
According to a study, we need only one-fifth of a second after taking a look at someone to fall in love. After that, euphoria-inducing chemicals are released in the brain and affect 12 areas of it. Bright Side has discovered what actions or features of men can attract women immediately. You may disagree with some points, but remember that they are backed by science. Are you ready to learn the truth? SUMMARY: - Being humorous shows traits of intelligence, creativity, and more. So if you’re looking to get the attention of a woman you’re interested in, try making a little joke! - To be prosocial means to go about your life with the intent of being helpful to others. A man who feels empathy for those who are down and out or who simply need an extra hand can be incredibly attractive to a woman. - While money may not always equate to happiness, it can help attract a woman’s attention. Things like owning a nice car and having a luxury apartment can win the attention of many women. - Heterosexual women are more likely to be attracted to men who are older. This suggests that women like men who have seen and experienced more in their lives and are more financially independent than younger, inexperienced men. - When you’re interested in a woman, it’s not always a good idea to profess your love for her right off the bat. Not only can this be a little overwhelming for a person, it can make them less attracted to you. - When a man can look after a dog, it shows women that he has the potential to commit to something long term and has substantial care-taking skills. - Women aren’t the only ones who look great in red. A 2010 study in the Journal of Experimental Psychology described how men are more desirable to women when adorned in red. - Women often prefer men who take big risks and do heroic deeds. These heroic risk takers are seen to be brave, physically fit, and attention-seeking. - Women find men with “an intermediate level of beardedness” more attractive. Innately, men with beards are perceived to be healthier and better parents. - This may not come as a surprise, but a 2007 study from UCLA discovered that some women are more attracted to men with muscles! - It’s pretty well known that men with babies melt women’s hearts on the spot. But why? Women subconsciously decide if a man is ready for a long-term relationship based on how they are with children. - Many of the women like how being with someone tall made them feel more delicate; they aren’t crazy about the idea of “looking down into a man’s eyes.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The short answer is, baby steps! Of course, you should watch what you eat, stay hydrated, and train slowly but surely. After getting myself a new pair of running shoes, my journey began. I kept a daily log of my progress along the way. What about you? Are you ready to lace up your shoes and start running? SUMMARY: - The idea is to walk for 2 minutes, jog for 1 minute, and repeat that over and over again until your jogs hit the 30-minute mark. - Foods that fuel running include bananas, oats, peanut butter, broccoli, plain yogurt, dark chocolate, whole grain pasta, potatoes, and coffee. - Sore today too after that insane gym sesh. I guess that’s just gonna be a regular thing for the next month. - My trainer suggested cycling as cross-training, so I went on a 3-mile bike ride. - My energy levels are through the roof! I no longer crave afternoon naps. - I weighed myself today, and I’m down 5 pounds! I’m convinced jogging is the fastest way to lose weight. - I jogged for 10 solid minutes today and didn’t struggle at all! I’m getting there! - My trainer told me to be extra careful to stay hydrated. He said to divide my body weight in half, and then drink an ounce per pound. - I guess exercise improves your complexion because it boosts blood circulation. - My trainer showed me how to use a tennis ball to massage any problem areas. I do it to the bottoms of my feet, too. - Listening to music while jogging helps the time go a lot faster. - Lots of bananas. I’m told the potassium will help balance the electrolytes I lose on longer runs. - I think my training program must’ve been just right because the run was relatively easy and enjoyable. I can’t wait to sign up for my next race! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The method takes five minutes a day, and you need no equipment. If you apply this method correctly, your spine will become straight, and your body will get in shape very soon. Also, your internal organs will be placed in the most favorable positions for them. SUMMARY: - Take a towel and tightly roll it to make it 15 inches (40cm) in length and 3-4 inches (7-10 cm) thick. - Sit down on a flat hard surface. A soft bed or sofa won’t work – it's better to use a fitness mat on the floor. Put the rolled towel behind you. - Gently lie down on your back holding the towel so that it is across your body directly under your waist. Exactly under your navel! - Spread your legs shoulder-width apart and bring the feet together making them look in-toed. Your big toes should be pointed toward one another. Your heels should be 8 to 10 inches apart (20-25 cm). - Straighten your arms by the head, turn them palms down, and connect your pinkies. - Now all you need to do is hold this position for 5 minutes. - After that, stand up gently not to hurt yourself as your bones and joints slightly move during the exercise. - Your hands, legs, and the towel should be in the correct positions. - It's difficult to hold this position for 5 minutes in the beginning, so you can perform the exercise for 2 to 3 minutes. You will notice the results in a month! - This technique is a great alternative to posture correction practices. Also, you will significantly shrink your waist and get the perfect belly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to get rid of wrinkles under your eyes? Looking in a mirror, we can see that our age starts to show in our eyes, making us look tired and sad. The brows, upper eyelids, and the outer corners of the eyes go down and small wrinkles start to appear on the face. They might even become deep because of facial swelling. Shiatsu differs from other types of massage because its only movements are pressing certain dots on the face. It is mostly performed by Japanese women and perhaps that’s the secret of their beauty and youth. We at Bright Side became interested in this type of massage that is becoming more and more popular around the world, even though it’s only officially been recognized by Japanese medicine. An everyday Shiatsu massage will take only 1 minute. It should be performed in the morning, in the evening, and whenever you feel that your eyes are tired. SUMMARY: - Start by placing your index, ring, and middle fingers on these spots respectively. Using medium pressure, push your brows up back to where they belong. - Place your index fingers on the outer corners of your eyes, warm this area up a bit, press, and release. You can also pull the muscles towards your temples ever so slightly without taking your fingers off. Just make sure that it's the muscles and not your skin that you're pulling. - To reduce this swelling, place your index fingers on the area between the inner corners of your eyes and the bridge of your nose. From there, make perpendicular movements. Be careful not to stretch or move your skin – this can lead to more wrinkles! - Put your index, middle, and ring fingers together between your brows on the area that’s also known as the “third eye.” Press this spot for about 5-7 seconds. - Put your index, middle, and ring fingers on the bone under your eyes and press lightly for 10 seconds. Repeating this exercise 2 times will do the trick! - This massage actually originated from anma, the Japanese style of massage that dates back to 1320. Shiatsu was based on a deep understanding of anatomy, the secrets of Tibetan medicine, and the ideas of traditional Japanese medicine. - This 1-minute massage kick-starts the body’s natural rejuvenation process, quickly erasing any visible signs of tiredness and aging. - Qi is basically your vital body energy that takes care of your system's functioning. It flows in specific pathways called meridians. - The task of a Shiatsu practitioner is to access the Qi by putting pressure on vital points on your body, find the blockages and imbalances that are causing your health problems, and restore the energy flow back to normal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
While the rest of the world is seeing anywhere from 15 to over 30% of its population severely overweight, Japan has managed to keep that number at just 3.6%. When it comes to health tips, it's better to turn to the country with the longest life expectancy and one of the lowest obesity rates on the planet. In Japan, they usually stick to 3 wholesome meals a day that don’t leave them hungry or dealing with sudden cravings. Those who do snack keep it in small quantities and with a lot of moderation. Also, the secret to Japan’s success begins with their diet, which is pretty carb-heavy and low in saturated fats. Their main dishes of choice include vegetables, grains, fish, and meat. Dairy products and fruits are consumed in moderation. They tend to stay away from foods with excessive amounts of salt and sugar, like burgers and soda. - The secret to Japan’s success begins with their diet, which is pretty carb-heavy and low in saturated fats. Their main dishes of choice include vegetables, grains, fish, and meat. - Just like the rest of the world, a lot of Japanese people have a hectic schedule that doesn’t leave a lot of time or opportunity to prepare a home-cooked meal. In that case, they can turn to their version of fast food, which is usually a lot healthier and resembles home-style cooking. - Most Japanese people have very regulated meal times. They eat 3 filling meals a day, with breakfast usually happening between 8 and 9am, lunch from 12 to 1pm, and dinner between 6 and 8pm. - It’s a lot more common for Japanese children to walk or cycle to school. Of course, other countries have a lot of reasons why it might not be efficient or safe for kids to hoof it to class. - Portion sizes have been on a steep rise in the last 20 years throughout the world. For example, countries like Australia, Canada, Germany, the U.S., and the U.K. have much larger fast food portions than Japan. - Separate bicycle lanes and plenty of safe areas for pedestrians are common sites in Japan. This allows the Japanese to naturally burn calories as they commute to and from work or school every day. - Tea, especially the green variety, is the number one beverage in Japan. Green tea has been praised for having a ton of major health benefits, like increasing metabolism, burning fat, fighting anxiety, and reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease, to name a few. - The practice of using chopsticks also helps in weight management, since they make you eat more slowly and in smaller bites. This slow process of eating helps people catch when they’re feeling full and avoid eating too much. The fact that food is served on a bunch of plates also slows down the process. - The number one way that the Japanese stay thin has to do with removing distractions and being mindful about the process of food consumption. Eating in Japan is treated with respect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Miejsce Odrzanskie is an old, cozy village in the south of Poland. A little over 300 people live there now. Many of them have daughters, sometimes even two per family. Just like in the rest of the world, you’d say, except for one thing. Not a single boy has been born there in nearly a decade. - At least there’s no issue with baby girls. Twelve of them came into the world in 9 years. - In fact, the children were the ones who insisted on the creation of a youth fire brigade. Youth being a broad term, because its youngest member is just 2 years old! - The girls’ team’s been bringing medals from the main national contests for the past 6 years. - The women in Miejsce Odrzanskie drive tractors to harvest corn and wheat. They run the affairs, as the head of the village is Krystyna Zydziak. - Some people claim that they wanted to have a son in their families, but now they believe that it naturally can’t happen in this village. - After the case went viral, doctors from all over Poland shared their advice. They recommended that women trying to conceive eat more food rich in calcium. - Rajmund Frischko, the mayor of the municipality to which the village belongs, revealed that he seriously thought about naming a street after the lucky newborn. - Anyway, he promised that the kid’s parents will receive a present, and maybe they’ll even plant a tree in his honor. - The interesting thing is that the residents who’ve lived in the village for a long time aren't so surprised about the situation. They say that while girls were born there regularly, giving birth to a boy was pretty rare, even decades ago. - Professor Rafał Płoski had already explained that to solve this puzzle, experts need not only analyze the historical data, but also look into the couples who only have girls. - If there are any connections between them, it could prove useful for the study. - Another important factor is the environment. To complete the picture, they’ll need to talk to both children and parents living in the village. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The megalodon shark roamed the oceans, scaring (and chewing) everything to pieces long after the dinosaurs was wiped out by the great meteorite. We know that it was the largest and most brutal predator that ever lived, as well as the biggest shark. It was the king of all seas, swimming freely between most parts of the ocean. But then, about 2.5 million years ago, the last of its kind disappeared from Earth forever, leaving only their huge teeth to be found by modern archeologists. So why did megalodon go extinct? At first, scientists thought it was a mass marine extinction that happened around the time that caused the megalodon to expire. They believe a supernova exploded some 150 light-years from Earth, and its cosmic radiation reached our planet, changing its climate. But then, in 2019, a group of researchers found something weird: the fossils leftover from the monster sharks dated back to an earlier period. That could mean they went extinct before the supernova. A new explanation had to be devised, and it came from an unexpected source... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Or do you know, for example, that number seven meant a lot for the Statue's creators? It's easy to notice the Statue has seven spikes on its crown, symbolizing universal liberty across the seven oceans and continents. But there are less obvious references to the number seven. Btw, you can see this monument not in NYC only! - It's really hard to picture it, but the Statue actually arrived from France on June 17, 1885, in over 300 copper pieces. The precious cargo was traveling in 214 crates on the French ship, Isère. - Then, American newspaper magnate Joseph Pulitzer stepped in. Even though 80% of the donations were small ones from middle-class citizens, Pulitzer managed to collect the necessary amount from over 120,000 donors. - The Statue of Liberty is made of copper, so it was originally about the same color as a penny. According to the New York Historical Society, it turned completely green because of oxidation by 1920. - The statue was originaly supposed to serve as a lighthouse for ships sailing into New York Harbor. And, two years after it arrived in the US, it actually became one. - There are 16 leaves around the torch, and the monument itself is 151 feet tall. The sum of both those digits is seven as well. Clearly, that number meant a lot for the Statue's creators. - Famous engineer Alexander Gustave Eiffel helped design the steel internal framework to keep the statue stable. It's strong enough to withstand around 600 bolts of lightning a year. - Most people are positive it's a representation of the Roman goddess of freedom, Libertas. The widely accepted story is that Bartholdi modeled her face after his mother. - Author and journalist, Elizabeth Mitchell, however, claims that the sculptor actually used his brother's face as a model! - Another theory was presented by French writer Nathalie Salmon, who claims Lady Liberty was modeled after her ancestor Sarah Salmon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In his research, psychologist William F. Chaplin found that people with a weak handshake are instantly judged as being shy, anxious, uninterested, or even completely incompetent. If you place your hands on the table, don’t squeeze them too tight or lay them flat with your palms down. This makes people feel like you want to control them. Also, don’t forget about the role that culture plays here. A 2007 study showed that people who maintain eye contact during a conversation are often seen as more confident, attentive, intelligent, and trustworthy. Try not to focus the conversation only on yourself and your issues. It’s always a good idea to be attentive to your conversation partner. Tapping can indicate nervousness, irritation, or impatience. People might even think that you’re purposely trying to irritate others or draw attention to yourself. And while cracking your knuckles can help relieve stress, it’s one of the most annoying sounds according to a survey by The New York Times. A study from the University of Essex showed that even just having one’s phone on the table next to them reduces a conversation’s quality and the participants’ engagement. So leave it in your bag or in your pocket. Running late to a meeting with people you don’t know or have a formal relationship with will shed a guaranteed negative light on you. You’ll seem like an unreliable and unorganized person that doesn’t respect people enough to value their time. -If you wanna give the right impression of confidence and capability, remember to grip the other person’s hand firmly and for no longer than 2 seconds. -Put your hands on your lap if you want, but never keep them in your pockets because this gives the impression that you’re hiding something. -Chewing on gum makes you look immature, self-centered, and somewhat low-brow. -Don't be afraid to lock eyes with another person from time to time instead of constantly looking around, especially when you meet them for the first time. -If you tend to play with your hair when you’re nervous, try to kick this habit, you could be sending them the wrong message. -Play it safe and avoid the general “taboo” topics out there. They include health problems, money, religion, politics, or personal problems and complaints. -When it comes to meeting someone for the first time, keep a minimum of 4 feet between the two of you. -It can be nearly impossible to control nervous tapping, but you have to try, especially during important meetings or presentations. -Even if you’re just checking the time on your screen, it comes off as extremely impolite when you do it during a conversation. -Immediately repeat someone’s name after you’ve been introduced. In case you forget the name, just play it cool and try to avoid using phrases where you have to name the other person. -Leave your house in enough time so that you don’t have to run to your meeting. You’ll be all disheveled and unfocused, and that looks bad too. -If you’re meeting somebody for the very first time, again, especially in more formal situations, try to be conservative in your choice of clothing, be polished, and don’t use heavy perfume or tons of makeup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Surveys agree: guys really do pay attention to how a woman smells. Just don't go too crazy with your favorite scents. Too much of a good thing can be a little too pungent!
- There's one thing most men agree on: extremely long nails or super bright polish aren’t that attractive. Most of us prefer nails painted in a nude color or the simple but elegant French manicure.
- Beautifully-done eyebrows can frame a face nicely and bring out your eyes. But from our point of view, there's no need to stress out about them.
- Half of us think that false eyelashes or extensions are outstanding and make a woman look more feminine and sweet. Yet, according to surveys, the other half say that they look too obvious and unnatural, which is a complete turn-off.
- Surveys show that guys who say they prefer no makeup at all are actually drawn to the so-called “no makeup” makeup look: real eyelashes with carefully and minimally applied mascara, natural eyebrows, a hint of blush, and soft-colored lips.
- Some men (and, let’s be honest, women too!), automatically associate serious skin issues with poor hygiene.
- For most of us, it doesn’t really matter whether or not they’re smooth visually or to the touch. So if you're not a big fan of shaving your legs frequently or your leg hair grows faster than bamboo, don’t stress about it!
- Dirty shoes don’t evoke any strong feelings of irritation among men. So if it's not something completely out of the ordinary, we won’t pay attention to it.
- Just like with dirty shoes, we usually don't focus our attention on whether or not you ironed your clothes today. But that doesn't mean your crush won't notice it if it happens regularly!
- A lot of guys admit that they’ve never even thought of it before and that it’s not necessarily something they notice. Others, however, say that they interpret wearing old clothes as a sign that a woman doesn’t really care about how she looks.
- If stretch marks are something to be ashamed of according to society’s rulebook on “how to be perfect,” then we guys sure aren’t aware of it. Some men out there don’t even have a clue as to what stretch marks are because they don’t even notice them!
- Of course, a lot of men do appreciate a woman that takes care of her figure, but a perfectly flat stomach isn't that big of a deal for us. All body shapes and sizes are beautiful as long as you feel comfortable and confident in your own skin!
- If you took a shower the day before but your hair still looks fresh and clean, then there’s no problem. But, of course, if it appears really greasy and obviously overdue for a wash, then we’ll definitely notice this (just like the rest of the human population).
- Not too many guys would be appalled by beautiful lingerie! But that doesn’t mean you need to go out and buy the most expensive little Victoria’s secret number you can find; it just needs to look nice.
- When it comes to swearing, every man has his own opinion. Some guys feel that cussing doesn’t really suit women.
- Smoking, like cursing, is another bad habit for both men and women. So it may come as no surprise that almost 80% of guys confess that they don't like it when a woman smokes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here is a riddle for you: red jackets, unsmiling faces, and huge black furry hats. Who are they? The University of Houston Marching Band? Well yeah but, I’m talking about those other guys! Those are the Queen's guards in London, the capital city of the UK! These easily recognizable and regularly photographed guys may always be in the limelight, but there are some curious things about them you definitely didn't know! For example, if an absent-minded tourist doesn't stay out of their way, the guards have all the rights to knock them over. So, watch out! Or have you ever thought why the hat strap is below the guard's nose? The thing is that the hat is so heavy that if it's struck or shot in combat, it would easily break the soldier's neck if the strap was positioned under the chin. - It's a fact that no-one is allowed to touch the guards or threaten them. But it’s a widespread myth that they can't speak no matter what. - Even when a guard faints, he has to do it in a particular way. As soon as he feels dizzy, he must remain at attention and keep this position even when he falls, most often ending up face down. - Royal guards have strict instructions to do their necessities right on the spot. Luckily, their heavy woolen trousers are black enough to cover their embarrassment. - Since staying still for too long is bad for their health, every 10 minutes the guards leave their spot, turn, march several paces, then turn around, and go back to their place to stand still for the next 10 minutes. - The Queen's guards wear red jackets in spring and summer and long grey coats during the fall and winter months. The coats are long and warm enough to allow the soldiers to stay motionless for a long time. - If a superior notices a guard stretching his lips in a smile, the guard will face a fine of up to a week's pay! In most cases, the overly cheerful guard should be ready to part with about $260. - It turns out that when the drill boots stay in direct sunlight for too long, the polish on them starts to melt. It means that every time after their shift, the guards have to re-polish their footwear. - Hats made from the real fur are impressively heavy: one can weigh from 4.5 to 9 lb (2 to 4 kg). And when it rains or snows, the Bearskin collects all the liquid and gets even heavier! - To become one of the Queen's guard, you have to take the BARB, which stands for the British Army Recruit Battery test. It's a half-an-hour-long computer-based test which checks your problem solving, analytical, and logical skills. - The red color was chosen because the red pigment was one of the most available at those times. Also, this color needed only one stage in the process of dyeing. - If you’re lucky enough, you can hear them perform the Imperial March from Star Wars or even Indiana Jones and Game of Thrones theme songs!
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Do you ever wish that you could make people agree with you, like you, or remember you with a snap of your fingers? Believe it or not, it's actually possible — you just have to know a couple of tricks. They work on a subconscious level and help you win another person’s trust or get somebody’s approval. Bright Side will share 10 tips that work every time and can be useful in any situation. - If you want someone to like and trust you, mirror their body language — especially their poses and gestures. The most important thing is to be smooth about it. - During a heated discussion, every opinion has to be heard, but only one will be chosen as the final one. If you want it to be yours, simply use the word “because” with your reasoning! - If you want them to remember what you said and really think about it, add a pause after the statement. This simple trick will help you put all the right emphases in your speech. - If you want to get everything out of another person, you shouldn't insist or be too demanding about it. Simply stay silent, and they'll tell you everything! - If you're doing an important interview, try to arrange things so that you’ll be the first or last person seen. - Let's say you know that your colleague or boss plans to lash out about your work skills at an upcoming meeting. How can you prevent a total disaster? Sit right next to them! - Ask someone for a favor to change their perception of you. This psychological trick is also known as the Benjamin Franklin effect. - One of the most popular psychological manipulation techniques is to ask for something way bigger than what you actually want. - To get the positive response you need, nod slightly while asking the question. Remember to maintain eye contact with your opponent! - Look your opponent in one eye, then in the other one, and then at their forehead. Keep “drawing” this triangle shape for the rest of the convo. They'll soon get the message on the subconscious level and say their goodbyes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Bermuda Triangle, the point of no return, the scary place between Bermuda, Puerto Rico, and Florida. There are loads of stories of ships, boats, and planes disappearing into this mysterious realm. Some were found years later and some disappeared off the face of the Earth, lying undiscovered at the bottom of the ocean. We know one thing for sure: we have no clue what’s going on over there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You've heard it a million times: "Do this or that trick to save money fast!" For example, you get a cheaper apartment further from your workplace and commute there to save money. But in the long run, you're actually spending more money and wasting your valuable time! You'll save more if you find a place closer to work and cut that commute down! There are plenty of outdated money saving tricks, and it's high time you heard what techniques and habits really work for rich people! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scientists believe that people, when trying to make sense of their lives, tend to focus on three main questions: Who am I? Who do others think I am? And who do I want to be? Personality tests help us find out the answers to these serious fundamental questions in a fun way. Answering the questions in this test will help you find out more about your personality! - Your total score is 70 to 110. Although you aren't susceptible to depression or mood swings, the people around you often suffer from your irritability. You are determined and persistent, and you try to do everything to reach your goals. You have impressive ambitions and dream of a bright future. Luckily, your hardworking nature makes your success highly probable. - Your total score is 120 to 150. All of your friends are aware of your fickle character. Your mood can swing from wonderful to dreadful in a matter of minutes. At the same time, you're an outgoing and sociable person. Thanks to your extroverted side, you're referred to as friendly, upbeat, and assertive. - Your total score is 160 to 210. You're an incredibly optimistic person. You don't lose heart even on the darkest days. You adore new experiences. You're active and energetic and try not to stay inside for too long. - Your total score is 220 to 280. You have a stoic and calm personality. You rarely get really angry, and not many things in this world can irritate you. At the same time, you're a bit introverted and shy. You prefer staying at home and spending time with your closest friends to loud parties and big groups of people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The amount of sleep a person needs depends greatly on their age. Knowing how much you should be sleeping can help you figure out if your sleep routine works or if it needs tweaking. Babies normally sleep for most of the day (around 16 hours), teenagers require about 9 hours a day, and adults require 7 to 8 hours a day. - According to the American Sleep Association, 50–70 million US adults suffer from sleep disorders. It’s estimated that around 20% of people worldwide suffer from sleep deprivation. - Insomnia can be common if people are under a great amount of stress, experiencing big life changes, or having emotional difficulties. - If you suffer from insomnia, a lack of sleep can cause hormonal imbalances, which lead to weight gain, slower reaction times, irritability, memory problems, depression, and headaches. - Lie face up in bed. Relax your facial muscles, including your tongue, jaw, and the muscles around your eyes. If you realize you have a frown, really focus on releasing the area in the center of your forehead. - Drop your shoulders as low as possible. This will also help you stretch and release the tension in your neck. Then relax your upper and lower arm on one side, and then try it with the other arm. - Breathe out, and relax your chest. Feel your lungs fill up with air. - Relax your legs. Release the tension from your thighs first, and then let the relaxation travel down to your calves. Finally, focus on your feet and ankles. - Now that the muscles in your body are relaxed, it’s time to clear your mind completely. - When the pilots were trained in this exercise, they performed it sitting down on a chair. In those exercises, they put their feet flat on the floor, placed their hands on their laps, and let them go limp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If someone likes you, they’ll sort of “mirror” you. All you have to do is carefully observe your crush’s gestures, facial expressions, and poses during your conversation. A person who’s smitten always feels the urge for physical contact with the one they desire. If your crush is a bit more confident, they might even “accidentally” touch your arm, wrist or shoulder during your conversation. -If your crush is facing you with their entire body, mimicking your vocal pattern and body language with a slight delay, and even using the same words or expressions as you, the case is clear. -If a guy or girl finds any excuse to touch you, they probably have a thing for you. -If you notice that your crush usually tries to get closer to you and narrow the distance between you, that's a wonderful sign that they’re into you too. -Whenever you’re talking to your crush and you see their eyes glancing down at your lips from time to time – congratulations, it’s a sign there's definitely something there. -When you're really crazy about someone, you want to gaze into their eyes as much as possible. -If your crush always remembers little things you said or notices minor changes in your appearance, he probably has feelings for you. -Studies confirm that your heart rate actually does increase when you're next to someone you like. It’s also accompanied by other crystal-clear signs of arousal, and sweatiness is one of them. -When somebody likes you, they try to remove any obstacles to feel a little bit closer to you. -If you're attracted to somebody, your voice instinctually changes a little bit in your crush's presence. -If a man or woman is attracted to somebody, he or she will subconsciously try to match their love interest’s walking pace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People with a high IQ continuously analyze the events of their lives. Their findings are often full of fear and disappointment, with real dilemmas constantly popping up in their heads. The habit of constant overanalyzing leads to frequent reflections about life, death and the meaning of existence. All this, in most cases, leads to depression. Try to distract yourself from having negative thoughts and focus on the positive. You can also try keeping a diary and writing about the things you’re thankful for every single day. Anytime you’re feeling down, just open it, and it'll put a smile on your face. According to scientists, socializing for highly intelligent people is often a more painful experience than being alone. Find ways to make new acquaintances whose company you genuinely enjoy and appreciate family members who sincerely love you. A recent study has shown that, in their daily life, intellectuals make just as many mistakes as everyone else! Scientist Igor Grossman of the University of Waterloo suggests that such people should talk about their problems in the third person in order to emotionally distance themselves. This reduces bias and allows them to reach the most logical conclusions. The assumption that every smart person is successful couldn’t be more inaccurate. In fact, studies have shown that 85% of financial well-being depends things such as individuality and the ability to communicate and negotiate. No big brain or certain IQ number on that list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to make more money? They say that the morning is the most important part of the day. And rich people always get the most out of the early hours. Well, actually, that's why they're rich. Chaotic morning always messes up the rest of the day, and you can't be productive. So if your plan is to become rich, the millionaire morning routine is exactly what you need. - Tim Cook, Richard Branson, and tons of other successful people are early birds, right? So from that moment on, my alarm was set for 5:30 in the morning. - Next up was meditation. Doing this practice in the morning allows you to connect with yourself and kick-start your day with positive energy. - After that, it's good to do an easy 2- to 3-minute workout. - Practicing meditation also didn't go so smoothly at the beginning. After trying numerous apps and techniques, I found that simple breathing works best for me. - Having a quick workout wasn't a problem for me. Moreover, it really helped me get in touch with my body and shake off some of the tiredness before showering. - Making to-do lists for the day turned out to be exceptionally fulfilling and motivating. By day 10, I’d begun to make 2 lists a day: one for my personal goals and another for work tasks and responsibilities. - About halfway through my experiment, I got into time management, which turned out to be another amazing discovery for me! - When I found ways to upgrade my career, I turned to my personal life and added one more habit to my routine: writing morning pages. This endless stream of consciousness opened my eyes to numerous personal problems I never realized I had. - Make it a habit to write down all the things you're grateful for every evening. - Stay hydrated. Toward the end of my experiment, I read that having a glass of water before breakfast helps to wake up your digestive system and set it up nicely for the day. - Make yourself a smoothie. Natural smoothies are full of the nutrients and vitamins that your body needs as it wakes up.
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For example, a study published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology in February 2014 reported that when you feel powerless, the objects you hold seem heavier than they really are. That's probably a self-defense mechanism to protect people who feel powerless from overextending themselves. - A study published in the journal Emotion in 2013 proved that when you're in love, both food and drinks (including distilled water!) taste sweeter. - Anger increases the blood circulation to your limbs and your heart, which, in turn, doesn't let you fall asleep. - People who feel lonely, sad, or excluded tend to estimate the temperature around them as a few degrees colder than it really is. This makes them long for hot food and beverages to compensate for the unwanted emotion. - Your mind is closely connected to your skin. That's why most of those negative emotions you feel are reflected on your face. - Researchers from the University of Pavia in Italy declare that when you fall in love, your body has an increased level of nerve growth factor for the whole following year. - If you're unable to suppress your disgust, don't feel bad about it! This feeling is one of the most difficult to overcome. When you're disgusted, your heart rate slows down, and you experience nausea. You may also feel like there’s something wrong with your stomach. - Cardiologists from the University of Maryland Medical Center have figured out that laughter decreases the risk of heart attacks. This happens because you lower the levels of stress hormones in your body when you laugh. - Jealousy is one of the most unwanted — but extremely strong — human emotions. Since it's a mix of anger, stress, and fear, jealousy can lead to elevated adrenaline levels and increased heart rate and blood pressure. - The emotions you feel when you are grateful trigger oxytocin. As a result, your immune system becomes stronger, and your blood pressure decreases. Plus, the healing processes in your body speed up. - When you're afraid, you become pale because the blood drains from your face. The main reason is the activity of your autonomic nervous system, which controls your fight-or-flight response. - Every time you express your feelings of love and affection to your partner, your cholesterol levels go down. This conclusion was drawn in a study published in the journal Human Communication Research. - Toxic shame, which typically comes from the past, causes overproduction of the primary stress hormone: cortisol. As a result, you may suffer from constricted arteries and, consequently, an elevated heart rate. - When you argue, your body produces more cytokines, immune molecules that can trigger inflammation. If there are high levels of cytokines in your body, it can lead to cancer, heart disease, and arthritis. - Scientists from Stanford University School of Medicine discovered that short-term stress can strengthen your immune system and increase the levels of molecules that can fight cancer. Such a positive effect lasts for several weeks after a stressful event. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- One day Nancy realized that enough was enough and decided to make a change. She wrote down all her goals, and even began to get excited, feeling a burst of energy that she hadn’t felt in a long time!
- She started going to the gym every day after work. She started eating huge salads for nearly every meal.
- BUT…soon Nancy started feeling overwhelmed again. Her new, heavier workload at the office and going to the gym after work every day was exhausting for her.
- The cycle began again. Instead of seeing the number on the scale go down, Nancy saw it go up, or stay the same.
- Nancy didn’t have a true commitment to her goals. She wanted fast, instantly gratifying results.
- If you have some big goals, especially if you have several at once, take a step back. Make sure you’re really committed to put in the work and to be patient with getting results.
- Decide what’s doable for you – how many nights after work are you okay with going to the gym? What’s a reasonable goal to set for yourself?
- Do it until it just becomes part of your life; it should be second nature, like showering every day. Soon the action of working out will turn into a habit.
- t doesn’t just apply to fitness goals. Small goal + commitment = habit. Habit + increased small goal + commitment = achieved goal!
- So what happened to Nancy? She branched out her goals and applied true commitment to each step. Nancy feels a sense of accomplishment.
- Her sense of accomplishment has given her a huge confidence boost too, and that’s important here as well. Sometimes, that surge of energy you feel after you’ve achieved something is confidence!
- Just do it the right way so that you’re not overwhelmed – which can set you back and make you feel discouraged. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Obviously, everybody’s different, each with their own mannerisms and peculiarities. That's why it's so important to understand what behavior is normal for a particular individual. Slight changes in their behavior or body language can speak volumes and allow you to read them like an open book. Analyzing all the information you have, you'll be able to understand someone’s personality a lot better without even spending that much time with them. In different cultures, there can be different rules. For example, in some countries, people look away to show their respect, not because they’re hiding something or feeling uncomfortable. They say you should never judge a book by its cover. That’s good advice and all, but a person’s appearance really can tell a lot about them. We like to spend more time with people who share our interests and personality traits. Watch who someone spends most of their time with and how they treat other people. See if this person tries to make others comfortable or rudely annoys people without even noticing it.
-Try to understand what behavior is normal for a particular individual, and then pay attention to anything the person does differently. -Pay attention to the details: how they carry themselves, how they communicate with other people, what secrets their body language reveals. -Always keep in mind the context of the situation: in different cultures, there can be different rules. -People, either willingly or subconsciously, show their true selves through their clothing choices. -Facial expressions can reveal a lot of things people would rather keep hidden. For example, when someone likes you, their facial muscles relax, the head tilts a bit to the side, and blood rushes to their lips, making them slightly plumper and brighter. -Watch who someone spends most of their time with and how they treat other people. -Don’t just listen to what a person says, pay attention to how they say it. -Intuition can let you down from time to time, but the longer you keep listening to it and observing people, the better it’ll work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
But how do we work on those social ties and influence other people's opinions? Is there a way to get another person to like you or to listen to you? Well, there're ways to do that. If you start analyzing other person's behavior and practice different psychological tricks with them, you might see the result very quickly! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all have little things about ourselves that may seem useless or even annoying to other people at times. But hold off before you start beating yourself up or trying to change these little behaviors. You're probably a genius! - Scientists found a link between left-handedness and a notion called “divergent thinking”, which is a kind of creativity that allows someone to generate new ideas. - People who tend to worry a lot take the quality of their work more seriously. - Humor influences intellect by exercising the brain and keeping it in tip-top shape. Next time your friends tell you to quit clowning around, just tell them you are exercising your intellect! - Curiosity and an inquisitive mind make people more intelligent. Scientists had been observing 6,000 people born in the last 50 years, and they found that preteen children who had got the most points on IQ tests grew up to be more curious and open-minded adults. - Scientists say that this preference for late hours could be due to the fact that brain activity (therefore, intellect) is so high that it challenges your body’s circadian rhythm. - The harder it is for a person to stay focused, the cleverer they are. How so? Again, it’s that intense brain activity. It’s just too hard to control. - People who live in cities built with a focus on walking have a higher intelligence indicator than those living in cities with lots of cars and other types of transport. - The less bright a person is, the more they overestimate their cognitive abilities. The same goes the other way around. Intelligent people aren't afraid to say, “I don't know”, and if they don't know, they can find this thing out later. - Intelligent people are able to overcome their impulses and suppress their emotions. They also typically think about the consequences before they do something. - Scientists agree that intelligent people tend to postpone their tasks for later. Psychologist Adam Grant says that procrastination is the key to innovation. Steve Jobs managed to use his procrastination strategically, letting his brain rest and switching to completely different tasks before finishing the ones he had started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- According to biological anthropologist Dr. Helen Fisher, love can be split into three categories: lust, attraction, and attachment.
- Physical attraction does play a pretty big role in the whole scheme of things. But we aren’t just attracted to a person’s looks. Having chemistry that’s based on someone’s personality, habits, and behaviors isn’t to be underestimated when it comes to attraction. That’s why being yourself is so important.
- It’s great to know your strongest points, but you need to be realistic too. Be willing to admit to yourself what things you need to work on. We all have aspects of ourselves we’d like to improve. Once you start improving on the things that make you self-conscious, your confidence will naturally grow.
- First impressions do matter. Keep yourself well-groomed and dress for success. This doesn’t mean you need to go overboard and wear a suit and tie every day. Being clean, smelling good, and dressing casually but tidy shows that you’re self-aware of how you might come across to other people, and you make an effort to take care of yourself.
- If you confess your love for her when you’ve only known each other for a week, she’s probably gonna assume that you’re confusing love with lust. Get to know her first by being open and communicative. Once you feel like you’re not strangers or even just acquaintances anymore, let her know that you’re interested in more than just a friendship.
- If the girl you like is going through a hard time, be there for her for emotional support. This will show that you’re not afraid of deep conversations and showing your soft side.
- Being romantic is an expression of appreciation and affection. There are lots of ways to be romantic depending on your resources. Of course, the best gifts are ones that are personalized. If you’ve taken the time to get to know her better, you should know if she’s into grandiose gestures like huge bouquets of flowers or the simple stuff like handmade gifts.
- Try to respect and accept what makes the girl unique. Don’t ever compare her looks, achievements, or flaws to those of another person. And don’t try to change her into someone she isn’t.
- It’s okay to have different interests; you don’t have to lie and say you like something just because she does. On the other hand, there is something called compromise.
- Respect her decision if she doesn’t wanna start a relationship with you. Never pursue someone if they’ve explicitly told you they’re not into you that way. You might very well find a loving partner in the future, one who you love and who loves you back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever met a person who hasn’t ever heard the story of Titanic? Unlikely. Even if you ask a 10-year-old, they’ll tell you exactly what took down the gigantic ship. However, some survivors of the sinking legend would beg to differ. Armenian publicist Vaghinak Byurat was 25 years old in the spring of 1912. He described what happened on his journey to America on the most famous ship in the world in his memoirs. He’s never mentioned an iceberg hitting the Titanic, and always spoke about an explosion. And if what he said was true, something must have caused that huge explosion... - Armenian publicist Vaghinak Byurat was 25 years old in the spring of 1912. He described what happened on his journey to America on the most famous ship in the world in his memoirs. - In 1912, Vaghinak published some books together with his father, a famous Armenian writer. His task was to take the books to America. - They went to bed rather late on April 14, just like on the other nights. Shortly after midnight, something that sounded like a big explosion woke everyone up. - None of the crew members wanted to say anything, but a few minutes later it was impossible to deny that the Titanic was going underwater. - Vaghinak put his passport and money in a little bag and tied it around his neck. The Titanic’s bow was already underwater by that time. A lot of people in this situation wouldn’t have dared to take it to the open water. - The water in the North Atlantic that night was just below freezing, at a scary 28 degrees Fahrenheit (-2 C). The young writer felt his arms and legs go numb, and he was understandably getting weaker and weaker every second. - Then, he bumped into something. It was a lifeboat! But it was so overcrowded they pushed the young man with a paddle when he tried to stick to the boat. - Vaghinak woke up alive on board another ship. That ship was the Carpathia, and it was en route to New York with lucky survivors on board. - 12 days later, a woman came into the room. She turned out to be the person who saved Vaghinak. Missis Astor told the sailors that the young man was her son, and she wouldn’t let them go without him since she’d already lost her husband on the Titanic. - Vaghinak lived a long and happy life and, as a great storyteller, he shared what happened to him many times. Interestingly, he’s never mentioned an iceberg hitting the Titanic, and always spoke about an explosion. - It could have been a fire, and quite a lot of people actually believe that theory, saying that coal was burning in the ship’s hull. - Another theory that explained the explosion claimed that there was a German U-boat involved in the sinking of the Titanic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Check out these 4 reasons why you might be failing with the ladies and what you can do instead! - You can be smart, handsome, and successful, but if you have a bad sense of humor, you probably won’t have much luck with the ladies. Having a good sense of humor can work wonders for men. It’s a very attractive feature that proves you can make light of heavy situations, you can look on the bright side of things, and that you have healthy coping mechanisms for stressors. - Nobody said there’s anything wrong with being comfortable. But if you’re doing it at the cost of looking presentable, then girls will probably decide to pass on you. - If you have an inflated ego, chances are girls will find that unattractive. If you love to talk about yourself, point out all of your accomplishments, and be the top dog in every situation, then you’ll quickly put people off. Having a big ego is a warning sign for a girl that you might be hiding your insecurity or compensating for something you're missing. - Cleanliness is an important aspect when it comes to attraction. When people see something dirty or smelly, their natural reaction is to move farther away or wrinkle their noses. You don’t wanna elicit the same reaction, especially from a girl you’re interested in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let me ask you a few questions. Did you eat a lot of fish as a kid? One study showed that children who got enough fatty acids successfully passed different tests and even had a higher IQ! Did you learn to juggle? According to another research, juggling is a motor skill that can increase the volume of grey matter in visual attention areas of the brain by 3%. Maybe you also speak foreign languages? Well, chances are, you actually are among the super-intelligent, and you have your parents to thank for that! - A toddler’s vocabulary corresponds to the number of words they heard in the first few years of their life. Therefore, with each book read, a child’s vocabulary increases and their language skills improve. - Active communication is a great base for a child’s emotional development, and it helps them build language skills. So, if your parents involved you in conversations and asked you open questions instead of yes-no ones or statements, they did the right thing! - This might seem like something insignificant, but background noise, like a TV always running, makes it difficult for the child to distinguish between sounds they need to perceive and unnecessary ones. - Children who learn a musical instrument for three years develop skills that aren’t necessarily restricted to the musical sphere. For example, studying music improves memory. - Linguist Dr. Thomas Cooper claims that studying foreign languages for two years as a child actually influences standardized test scores. In fact, each extra year adds more points to the test. - When parents stimulate their kids’ curiosity, it sparks interest in science and problem-solving. - Trying too hard to make a kid a genius ASAP won’t get a parent anywhere. In fact, forcing children to do what they don’t want to will likely make them hate it. - Video games benefit healthy brain development! It’s true for games that require planning and problem-solving to move from level to level or help creative self-expression while customizing your character. - If your parents encouraged you without setting the bar too high and let you know they’re still proud when you did just okay is the right way to go. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some planets rain liquid iron. Others are being eaten by their own sun. But we didn't get to learn much about the planet Formalhaut b. And that's because not long after it was discovered and photographed, it started vanishing right before scientists' eyes! It's a massive exoplanet that's literally turning into a cloud of dust. But that's not by far the most extreme and unusual planet in the universe. There are plenty more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What being smart means. Intelligence is something rather different from being good at exams or memorizing history books by heart. And if you have just a couple of friends, if you frequently seem lonely, or if you’re a perfectionist, the chances are high that you’re simply smarter than the people who surround you. - If you or other people in your life prefer being alone, this doesn't necessarily mean loneliness. Sometimes it's just a sign of greater intelligence. - Smart people often see and realize things that the people around them can't comprehend. That's why they know for sure where their life should head. - Daydreaming might not be a distracting habit but a sign of high intelligence. In their study, psychologists from the Georgia Institute of Technology drew a connection between daydreaming and the efficiency and strength of a person's brain. - Highly intelligent people never close themselves off if they come across new ideas or unusual opportunities. They tend to look for alternative solutions and consider the views of other people. - Another thing that makes smart people stand out in a crowd is their ability to overcome impulsiveness. They tend to plan their actions, clarify their goals, explore different strategies, and think about consequences. - Highly intelligent people need to know all the pros and cons before they make a decision. But at the same time, the more they analyze, the less likely they are to act. - For some smart people, their intelligence turns out to be a curse. They simply don't fit in and sometimes wonder about the truthfulness of the expression “ignorance is bliss.” - Smart people can see patterns nobody else pays attention to. This happens due to their ability to draw parallels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So much has been written about relationships that it’s difficult to determine what’s true and what’s not. Here are five relationship stereotypes that you can discard immediately. For instance, it turns out, you don't have to spend all your time together. Why? Watch till the end to figure out the truth. - Not all relationships begin with incredible infatuation. Therefore, you need to pay attention not only to passion and sparks but also to a sense of security and comfort that you feel (or not) next to a person. - Each person has their interests and hobbies. Don’t think that if you love opera and your potential significant other is fond of rafting, you will have nothing to talk about and will be unhappy together. - People who never fight usually just don’t care. Couples without troubles are usually on their way to a breakup. We are not saying that foul language or abuse is okay, but small quarrels shouldn’t worry you. They happen to everyone, and this is how you and your partner learn to understand each other better. Making up is always nice, too. - Do not expect your partner to love your family and friends unconditionally. You also don’t have to be a fan of your partner’s family. You choose only each other for the relationship. - Do you think that the partners in happy couples never part? Well, it’s an illusion. Sooner or later, every person wants to spend some time alone. Inharmonious unions, partners understand this and calmly give each other personal space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
-There are several types of collars, and you need to pick the one that best suits the needs and character of your pup, as well as a place to attach his license. Whether you've settled on a harness or gone for a collar, the second (and just as important!) step is making sure it’s the right size. If a collar or harness is too big, your pooch may escape. -Dogs don't sweat as people do, so they can overheat much faster than you’d think. And since they lack this crucial ability to cool themselves off, the consequences of staying in a locked car can turn out fatal. -A dog’s teeth need to be cleaned just like people’s teeth do. Don't use toothpaste and toothbrushes designed for people! There are special ones made just for dogs, and they’re pretty different from the human kinds. -Never feed human food to your dog! It's way too salty, too spicy, and too fatty for them. In fact, most dishes you eat are severely toxic for them. -To start with, dogs can sometimes be passive carriers of diseases. Secondly, grown-up dogs, especially large ones, can be incredibly rough when playing and running around. -Physical punishment doesn’t work and actually does the opposite of what you want – it makes your dog scared of you. Reward-based training is much more effective than physical discipline. -Just like you, dogs need constant mental and physical stimulation-, especially working breeds, which is why regular walking is a must. -If you don’t secure your dog in the car and you end up in an accident, your pet can get seriously injured or even killed. -Dogs don’t understand “NO”, so it only freaks your dog out, especially if you’re ticked off about something that happened a while ago. -Some people say you can take a break from flea, tick, and heartworm medicine in winter if you live in a cold climate, but you really should discuss it with your veterinarian. -Dog-proof your house by putting away anything your pet can chew or swallow. Things like medications, screws and nails, magnets, coins, and batteries should never be within your pet’s reach. -Always do your research before you get a pet so that you’ll know how to best take care of it and what problems to look out for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The way our brain works has always been one of the most fascinating subjects out there. And even though there have been lots of useful and interesting discoveries on this topic, there are also plenty of misconceptions. Recent research has shown that the brain works better when you can hear the sound of crashing waves, feel the salty breeze and warm sand on your skin, and see all those beautiful shades of blue. That’s why we regain our strength much faster near the ocean. The answer here is either salt therapy, a walk in the forest, or a vacation close to natural bodies of water. And don't forget about going to the beach! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How many creepy stories about the disappearance of airplanes and ships in the Bermuda Triangle have you heard? We guess many. It is a large area in the Atlantic Ocean between Florida, Puerto Rico, and Bermuda. This region is notorious for its mysterious phenomena. Huge amounts of ships and planes have disappeared here. Its second name is ‘The devil’s triangle.' All those mythical vanishings happened under unknown and unexplained circumstances. Some of the planes and ships have never been found. There have been many theories about why it all occurs in that area starting from waterspouts to aliens and even sea monsters. But those were only theories...
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Your appearance can reveal all the darkest secrets about your health and character and even your brainpower. Of course, this is all just fun science, and if you don't have any of these characteristics, this doesn't mean that you're not smart. After all, you're the one responsible for your intelligence. - People with bigger heads usually have lower neuron density within their brain which, naturally, makes it work quicker and more efficiently. - Rectangular, square, and triangular face shapes are more logical and success-oriented. People with a diamond-shaped face are perfectionists to the core, oval-faced folks are welcoming and warm, and round-faced people are all about taking care of others. - A big head is often accompanied by a broad forehead - another sign of exceptional intelligence. According to the popular Chinese face reading, a 5-finger forehead signifies high intelligence and skill. - Complete ear symmetry is not that common, and it’s probably for the better since studies say that a lack of it may be a signal of quick wit. - Left-handed guys and girls usually have a larger corpus callosum, which allows them to process information really quickly. Their highly developed right-brain hemisphere helps as well. - It’s no secret that an hourglass figure is considered to be the most desirable among women everywhere. But did you know that women who naturally have it are smarter too? - A study from Chicago University that included no less than 1,200 women discovered that ladies with bigger chests are smarter by about 10 IQ points. - Dr. Aikarakudy Alias, who has been working to find out the connection between body hair and intelligence for years, came to one simple conclusion - thicker body hair means higher IQ. - If you feel insecure about your impressive height, here’s something that’ll cheer you up. A team of researchers from the Edinburgh University found a strong link between the genes determining your height and those responsible for your quick wit! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you know what you should do in order to increase your chances of getting a job or make others always agree with you? Or, how do you win someone’s trust if you disagree with them about something? In short, how to read people like an open book? Psychology! It can also turn you into the most charismatic person in the room and help you overcome shyness! You don’t need any advanced techniques to achieve all this — just memorize some simple tips. For example, whenever you feel stressed or anxious, chew something. If you didn't get a good night's sleep, tell yourself that you did. And if you're always worried about whether or not you locked the door or turned your iron off, try saying some absurd phrase while doing these things. Btw, using psychological tricks correctly can make you look more attractive to others! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
HOW TITANIC SANK On April 14th, 1912 at 11:40 p.m. RMS Titanic had a terrible accident that led to its ultimate demise 3 hours later. By 2:20 a.m. in the early morning of April 15th, the biggest ship of its time had completely disappeared under the ice-cold surface of the Atlantic Ocean. The Titanic took more than 1,500 lives with it as it sank to its watery grave. TITANIC MYSTERY The cause of this horrible disaster leading to so many deaths was an iceberg the ship crashed into. Or so we’ve always been told... But scientists’ most recent findings have debunked this theory. In this video, we’ll tell you the whole truth that has been buried for over one hundred years. HOW TITANIC WAS MADE The Titanic had 4 massive smokestacks. Each of them weighed 60 tons, and they extended 81.5 feet above the deck. Such an impressive height was necessary to avoid covering the passengers in 100 tons of soot blown off daily. The smokestacks were placed at a 30° angle to look even more astonishing and imposing. No less awe-inspiring was the cost of the ship. Its construction demanded $7,500,000. If we take into account modern exchange rates and inflation, in 2016 they would be paying $166,000,000. Surprisingly, it would turn out cheaper than the production of the world-famous movie Titanic in 1997, which cost $200,000,000! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In informal communication, the inclination of the head to the side is a sign of trust. Eyebrows give certain signals to your opponent as well. When the brain recognizes a sincere smile, it makes you smile back and starts producing endorphins that help feel a little more joy. Never hesitate to ask a person for a small favor, for example, give advice or help to choose something. Whispering is perceived as an intimate form of communication. People love when something that was achieved by working hard is noticed in them. Your opponent's gestures at this moment reflect emotions, feelings, and sympathies. There's nothing a good movie can't teach you! -Bend your head to the side as a sign of trust. -If you like a person you don’t know, give them a quick distant signal by uplifting your eyebrows. -Smile sincerely to push people to continue communicating. -Never say ’You are welcome" when responding to a person for the service rendered to them. -Whisper if you want to take your relationship with someone to the next level. -The best way to make a compliment is to encourage a person to praise himself. -Make a deliberate mistake during the conversation and let your opponent correct you. -Your opponent's gestures at this moment reflect emotions, feelings, and sympathies. -Avoid narrowed eyes, compressed lips, ostentatious yawn, and wrinkled nose. -Sometimes people like each other only after a series of obstacles and contradictions they go through together. -Use emotional gestures, be sincere, demonstrate coldness or inaccessibility, show that you are alike. -Proximity, frequency, duration, and intensity are the main characteristics necessary for strong trust and friendship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many people believe that an alpha male is a tall guy with a lower voice and a wide manly face. He's strong and full of testosterone. But it can’t be just about the physical characteristics of a man! In fact, there are also other things that make a guy an alpha. Moreover, you can learn to be an alpha and cultivate these qualities in yourself! - In the animal world, the alpha is the highest-ranking individual in their social group. By the way, it’s not only males that can be alphas! It can be a female animal or a male and a female making up an alpha pair. - According to a 2014 study by Rice University and North Texas University, 48.9% of ladies do care a lot about this and prefer taller guys in both lab experiments and real-life dating. - Second, it’s about the voice. It’s a natural thing for us to see guys with lower, more masculine voices as older, taller, and more dominant. - Girls like rugged and wide manly faces because on a deep subconscious level we all analyze if a man has good genes to pass over — even if we don’t plan to marry him and have kids with him. - If you ever notice that a girl has dilated pupils when she looks at you, it’s a clear sign she likes what she sees. - If a girl puts her Instagram aside and focuses on you, she must be really interested. - An alpha male doesn’t get rejected by girls. If you want to be like that, remember that it’s not just about what you offer her but what you do. - If you’ve become a subject of discussion and the girl is going out with you, she must have felt those alpha vibes you were sending out and proudly told her friends all about it. - Even sitting next to the person in a group of others speaks volumes. No one, girls and guys included, wouldn’t want to get close and personal with someone they don’t like. - If she’s generously liking your stuff and leaving comments to approve of your picture to start a discussion, she’s clearly letting the world know she likes you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We delight in stories of love, good humor, acts of kindness — everything that brings people happiness! I cried like a child hearing the last story, and those who would not just probably have a heart of ice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A happy relationship is based on trust and care. A man who truly loves will never break his promise or let you down. He will always support your ideas, even if they seem pretty crazy. He will always listen to you and try to do his best to make your dreams come true. He also respects your family and friends and won’t be looking for excuses to miss family events. You are always a priority to him so if you agreed to do something together, he won’t cancel it to hang out with his friends. -If he tells you he'll pick you up from the airport, he most definitely will. -He won't skip your mom's birthday party even if he is super busy. -He doesn't criticize you for "dressing up" for work but compliments you instead. -He won't skip movie night with you to watch football with his friends. -He's always ready to cheer you up and he believes in you. -Your opinion matters to him, so he always discusses important decisions with you. -He's patient and ready to explain something you don't know without making fun of you. -You mean a lot to him, so you make life plans together. -He is worried about you and tries to do the best he can to help. -He believes in you and all your new beginnings, so he won't make fun of them. -He always does his best to make you happy. -He actually pays attention to what you say and remembers it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There's just something so charming about Meghan Markle - she's captured the whole world's heart! So what's her secret to getting anyone to like her instantly, including a prince! Well, the Duchess of Sussex has some tricks up her sleeve you might not notice at first. The way she touches her hair, her unique way of smiling, and so many more effective body language techniques. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Don't worry; it might be not so dramatic as you imagine. There are a lot of things people try to communicate non-verbally. There is no need to say anything when our body language is expressive enough! The main thing is to read it correctly. Good signs - A fantastic indicator is if you start to notice that your hands touch each other by chance very often. There might be even no real reason for it. Or, even better, many specks of dust unexpectedly appear on your clothes that need to be urgently cleaned - what your partner diligently does! Well, with such signs, you can be sure that the interest in you is high. - Sometimes you might notice that, after telling some joke, the person who told it is looking at you and waiting for your reaction. Oh, that is an obvious sign of liking! - A shocking fact for you now: did you know that men usually stop smiling widely around the age of 5-6 years? If you notice that a man near you is wearing a Hollywood smile, it can mean that he is really happy, according to the words of the psychologist Patti Wood. - 100% proof that everything is going well is if you start to notice that your partner uses the same gestures and intonations that you do. It doesn't mean that they are trying to tease you. It is more probable that they like you and are copying you subconsciously!
Bad signs - It is a bad sign if partners show contempt toward each other. It might be eye-rolling or speaking badly about the partner, making sarcastic remarks or even calling names. According to the statistics, it is a predictor that there is a threat of break-up or divorce. - You and your partner may sit at the table together, but if you are still eating your ravioli while your partner is already on their coffee and cheesecake, - too bad. Happy couples typically mirror each other's movements, therefore showing some synchronicity. It happens on a subconscious level, and its absence can be food for thought. - 'Arguing is a bad sign!' - you will say. Well, yes. But if partners are cold toward each other and keep their emotions "conserved," it can be an indicator that they have moved past the point of no-return and don't have any feelings left to express. - Loving people tend to show care toward their beloved ones. If instead of straightening your clothes or smoothing your hair, they simply inform you that your hair is messy, you should think whether your relationship is still harmonious. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You don’t need to be a clairvoyant to read people’s minds. If you wanna read others like an open book, all you gotta do is pay attention to their body language. It’s essentially all the ways you express yourself, aside from the actual words you speak. Nonverbal cues are so important in all kinds of situations! For instance, they can make or break a business deal and really come in handy on a first date! Being able to tell if others have the wrong intentions simply through their body language could even help save your life one day! - What are they wearing? If they look more polished, this person is probably there to impress. Is their style more casual? This could mean that they’re relaxed. - When someone is puffed up and a little too confident, this could mean a big ego. - Has this person crossed their arms and legs? You’ve gotta know this one by now: it’s the defensive body language of someone who’s trying to protect or distance themselves. - Crow’s feet usually mean a lot of smiling and happiness. This individual is probably a joy to be around! - Our “gut” can sense the things that are beyond the obvious. So if yours is telling you something is just off about a certain person, you might wanna take the hint! - We usually get chills or goosebumps when someone moves us, strikes an emotional chord, or inspires us. - During interactions, you might have a “flash” of insight about a person that hits you out of nowhere. - If someone shows empathy or, alternatively, lacks it, it can be either a really good or a really bad sign. - Most of the time, “creepy” people don’t even understand social cues. Then again, some of them just don’t care, especially if you’ve tried to establish a boundary, and they continue to cross it again and again. - Mean eyes are completely devoid of any compassion and are hard to connect with. Note the gut feeling you get when looking into someone’s eyes. - Does their handshake or hug feel warm and inviting or does it make you feel like you wanna run for the nearest exit? Speaking of handshakes, they’re practically a language in and of themselves! - Remember, it’s not just what you say but how you say it. The tone is everything. - If someone has built a sort of wall between you, then chances are they’re not your biggest fan! - If a person hides their hands, this is usually a sign that they’re hiding some ill intention or lie. - If they touch or scratch their neck, they’re likely insecure about something. Constantly rubbing their nose is a notorious cue that someone is lying or otherwise trying to be deceptive. - If it seems like your conversation partner is listening to you but their feet are pointed towards the door, you should know that they’re actually thinking about how they can get out of there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s 1961, and Dr. Arthur Duperrault decided to take his family of five on a long-awaited vacation to the Bahamas. And the trip was going perfectly: sailing across the sunny seas, swimming in the ocean, bathing in the sun. Five days of maritime paradise. Kids laughing, adults smiling, everyone was happy… or so it seemed. - The then 11-year-old girl was awakened by a commotion from above her cabin. She heard stomping on the deck and recognized the voices. Still uncomprehending, Terry Jo asked him what was happening, but his only reply was an order to get back below the deck. - It turned out that Harvey had opened up the yacht’s sea valves to sink it with everyone on board. There wouldn’t be any radio calls for help or a joint effort to keep the ship from sinking – crazed Harvey had taken care of that possibility. - When he left her for a brief second, what the girl did next would end up saving her life at that moment: she let go of the rope, and the dinghy started floating away from the yacht. - But the 11-year-old girl still had more surviving to do. For the next 3½ days, she floated aimlessly on the little cork raft that was becoming flimsier and more deteriorated with each passing day. - That was how a Greek freighter called Captain Theo found the little girl, and the ship’s crew just couldn’t believe their eyes when they spotted her. - As it turned out, the whole thing started with Julian Harvey wanting to collect a $20,000 life insurance policy he’d drawn for his wife of just four months. It struck him as very convenient that she should drown in the ocean in an “accident.” - His plan, however, was thwarted when the Duperraults heard the commotion. That’s when Harvey decided to get rid of any witnesses on board, and sink the boat to conceal the evidence. - His dinghy had been found 3 days earlier than Terry Jo’s raft. Another freighter, the Gulf Lion, picked Harvey up and gave him to the US Coast Guard. He told the investigators that the Bluebelle’s masts had been broken by strong winds in the open sea. - After a few days, however, he heard the news of Terry Jo’s miraculous rescue. He decided he wouldn’t let them get him alive, so he checked into a motel room and ended it there. - The peak of her recovery was a book she wrote with the help of psychologist Dr. Richard Logan called Alone: Orphaned on the Ocean. It was published in 2010, almost 50 years after the events it describes, but it still chills the souls of everyone who reads it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do rich people buy? Many of us think that wealthy people buy luxury things only. Of course, there are things that speak to a person’s financial wealth like expensive watches and fancy cars. Some poor people are ready to save their money for years or even take out loans to be able to buy these things. However, rich people around the world have gradually stopped indicating their social status this way. For example, Forbes-list millionaires can talk on a phone model released 5 years ago these days. Yes, rich people don't buy what poor people want, and it’s not just phones! So here're symbols of wealth that are not trendy anymore. There are still many people who haven’t realized this yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever been in a room full of people, yet you feel totally invisible? We’ve all been there, but if loneliness is an all-too-frequent companion of yours, then know that there is something you can do about it! And you should since loneliness can have devastating effects on your health! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Check this out. You're in a business meeting and your prospective partner seems to agree with everything you say. They are looking right at you and nodding their head extensively – kind of like a bobblehead. Well, sorry to break it to you, but both actually indicate they aren't so happy about what's going on. Watch their bodies! It’ll let you know what they’re really thinking! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let's take a look at what things highly intelligent people avoid doing and how this influences their lives for the better. - One of the many useful skills clever people certainly possess is being in control of their finances. - Just stop and think: can't you make it work yourself? Your fear of doing something wrong is just an imaginary roadblock standing in your way. - “No” is one of the most useful words ever, and you shouldn't be afraid to use it. It saves you time, helps you steer clear of unwanted obligations. - The truth is that holding grudges is useless and doesn't help the situation at all. Learn to let go and free yourself from any negative energy. - Intelligent people would just rather be ready for any possible outcome. - Just because a couple of people think that it's not gonna work doesn't mean that you should quit doing something you love. - Smart people aren't ashamed of blunders and don't constantly replay them over and over again in their minds. - Intelligent people realize that and know that not everybody is gonna like them. And that's okay because just like all other people, they aren't here to be liked. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A hundred years ago, Japan was a traditional agricultural country – nothing like how we know it now. How did it manage to become the most technology-savvy country, with a developed economy and one of the highest living standards? One of the reasons is the high financial competence of the Japanese themselves. They’re experts in personal finance. They use Kakeibo. So what is it? - Japanese are experts in personal finance. They use Kakeibo. This means they don’t buy that third handbag in 2 months and manage to save up to 35% of their income. - “Kakeibo” translates to “household account book.” It’s a notebook where you write down your income and expenses. Long before any financial apps or digital tables appeared, the Japanese had this system of writing up a budget. - No apps, no technology, no tricky calculations. That’s the point: you rule out everything that’s not necessary and focus on your habits and decisions. - Kakeibo appeared in 1904 and grew popular thanks to the first woman journalist in Japan – Hani Motoko, who sold it to a wide audience. - To draw up a Kakeibo style budget, you’ll need 2 notebooks - a big and a small one. You’ll use the big one to write down your income, and plan expenses and savings. - You’ll need to record all the money you get as income: advance payment, salary, debt return, the money you get from selling a secondhand laptop, etc. - You write down how much money you’d like to put in a money-box or a savings account. It’s important to decide this amount before you start planning your expenses. - A monthly expenses plan. Here, you write down your common expenses: utility bills, apartment rent, mobile, and internet bills. - At the end of each month you’ll analyze if you’ve managed to follow the plan and save or spend extra money. - Put all the returned debts into the money-box. In fact, it’s not an income. You just get back money that was taken away from you before. After all, you’ve managed to live without it all this time. - Every time you buy something, round the sum up. Say, if you have a $74 bill, round it to $100 and put the other $26 into the money-box. It's a great tool that'll allow you to save daily. - Work out a system of penalties for yourself. You can “punish” yourself financially for bad habits like skipping the gym or having an argument with a partner or friend. - Always make a shopping list before you go to the supermarket. This piece of advice is as old as the hills, but who actually follows it? Kakeibo fans do, and it works for them. - The writing process activates the part of the brain that lets the information pass directly into memory. - Writing makes the process personal. We internalize everything we write by hand; it becomes more important to us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Almost all of us periodically sets ourselves a new goal or challenge — and just as often in the end fails to achieve them. We end up telling ourselves that we’re just not ready yet, that we’ll do it next week, next month...next year. We might even pursue them with zeal at the start. But once we’ve made a small amount of effort, we’ll tell ourselves we’ve done enough, and it’s time to take this whole ‘starting a new life’ thing more slowly. Why does it always turn out like this? The answer’s fairly obvious: Because we try to achieve too much, too fast; because we get sick of the new responsibility; because it’s difficult to change old habits and try something new. - The technique is called Kaizen, or the one-minute principle. Kaizen originated in Japan, and it is something that anyone can attempt in any sphere of their life. - At the heart of this method is the idea that you should practice doing something for a single minute. Every day at the same time. Just for a minute, no more. - Challenging programs of self-improvement that deprive you of vast amounts of energy can end up exhausting you, and leave no tangible results. - The one-minute principle lets you see the progress you’re making. And it’s a critical part of forming new habits! It’s important to overcome that lack of confidence you might have in your abilities, as well as free yourself from guilt and helplessness. - The moment those feelings inspire you, you will gradually begin to increase the amount of time you spend on the goal that you have set yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Find out how to make up a secret language, how to keep enough eye contact, how to make a positive association, and even change the size of your pupils that can also be of help. These little life hacks can help you turn a small feeling into a serious relationship! However, don't forget that it's not the end of the world if someone doesn't share your feelings. It only means that your soul mate is still out there. And once you meet them, you won’t need any tricks to make them fall in love with you! -When we're physically warm, we are more likely to be nice and friendly to other people. On a first date when it’s especially important to gain a person’s trust, try to choose warm places, food, and drinks. -Couples who are deeply in love look at each other 75% of the time during a conversation, and they stop looking at each other reluctantly. -When we tell someone a secret, there is a special connection between the person and us, which is based on trust and understanding. -Sometimes the best decision is not to do anything and just let it be. -Having something that nobody else besides the pair of you knows or understands will bring you closer than you think! It can be an inside joke, special words, or unique gestures. -Dim the lights, use candles instead of regular lights or go to a restaurant famous for its relaxing atmosphere to make your pupils look bigger. -Making a deficit of your presence in the other person’s life is a great idea. You can achieve several crucial things with this move. -The better you are at presenting yourself, the more positive thoughts you will leave in a person’s mind — even when you are not around. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The thing is that the ocean floor is made of rocks containing a lot of magnetites. It’s more like iron. Magnetic fields react to the high concentration of magnetite on the ocean floor, which may start a sort of conflict between the two. It can often lead to various weather anomalies and, as a result, navigation issues. But magnetic fields tend to shift their position, so do tectonic plates and even the continents, even though we never notice it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to be More Successful. We all try to get good grades to later get a well-paid job and succeed in life. Most people including our parents believe it is a direct toad to success. However, according to Robert Kiyosaki, author of Why ‘A’ Students Work for ‘C’ Students and ‘B’ Students Work for the Government, it’s actually the other way around. It’s “A” students that end up being employed by “C” students. We found 8 reasons why “C” students are often more successful in life. Now that’s some food for thought if you want to transform your own life or give good advice to your kids. -“C” students are more interested in a straightforward approach and unfortunately for them, academia doesn’t offer that. They hack their way into the system by taking on odd jobs or learning outside of school. -While “A” students aim for perfection on their first try, “C” students aren’t afraid to fail, even several times! They embrace their shortcomings and learn from them. -“C” students, who received their fair share of “Fs” in their academic life, aren’t afraid to leap into the unknown. They take calculated risks to figure out what they really want in life. -“C” students tend to question everything. They’re not the “Yes” group; they’re more like the “Yes, but…” team. -Besides experimenting in the work force, “C” students also devote themselves to building networks that can benefit them in the long run when they enter the real world. -“C” students don’t wanna put much energy into accomplishing a task, they’d rather be investing their time and effort in pursuing their dream. -“C” students are more interested in thinking about what they wanna do in life rather than being stuck in the four walls of a classroom. -“C” students decide what they want done, and “A” students are good at taking and follow these instructions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Knowing the early signs of a toxic relationship can save you from heartbreak later. If you feel like and of these 10 red flags are true for your relationship, it’s time to change something to find a way out of the vicious love circle. If you absolutely can't stop thinking about someone and if your mood depends entirely on whether or not they called or texted you today, then you might be prone to having unhealthy emotional dependence on others. After meeting someone who gives you butterflies, wait for some time until you cool off to see how you feel. At the beginning of any new relationship, it's important to listen more than speak, and the key is to listen carefully. When someone throws in “warnings”, they actually mean (maybe even subconsciously) that they don't think you're right for them. People who genuinely want to be with you will always try to show themselves from their best side. Your friends might notice something that you don’t and keep you from getting yourself into a toxic relationship. If your partner doesn't want to meet your friends and relatives, this is a big red flag. If you suddenly catch yourself doing something you never would’ve done before starting the relationship just because your partner pressured you into it, then this is a bad sign. It's pretty common to want to spend all of your time with your new partner. But it's important to acknowledge the fact that time spent apart is also valuable. Leave some healthy space between you and your beloved if you don’t want to get real tired of each other real fast.
SUMMARY -If you find yourself falling crazy in love with someone you don’t really know that well, take a break every few days to be on your own and do something to distract yourself from thinking about this person. -If a person casually says something like, “I'm not the easiest person live with,” pay attention. They're most likely giving you a heads up about their true selves. -It’s better to introduce your partner to your friends early on than to stop seeing them when you enter a new relationship. -Don't make a new boyfriend or girlfriend the center of your universe. A new love interest should add something to your life, not take away anything that was already there. -Pay attention to any gut feelings, doubts, and suspicions you may have. If something about your partner's behavior seems disturbing to you, don't hesitate to address the issue right away. -It's okay to make genuine changes to your opinions and viewpoints if that's how you really feel, but blindly agreeing with everything your partner says is a big “no-no”. -Think if the reasons for your jealousy really exist or are they just a figment of your imagination. Unfortunate experiences in the past or a fear of being “forever alone” shouldn't affect your present. -Acknowledge the fact that time spent apart is also valuable. Remember that there are things you can (and sometimes even have to) do on your own. -If you’re so blindly in love that you ignore the important flaws, like unforgivable behavior towards you or others, you’ve got yourself a problem. -Don't hesitate to refuse invitations to events that don’t interest you or don’t fit your schedule. And definitely don’t accept requests that you feel are inappropriate. -Don't blame your emotional state on your loved one. Don't obsess over what your partner is doing or overanalyze what their words or actions mean. Create an “internal observer” within yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The longer mankind lives, the more secrets people discover about one of the most mysterious organisms: the human body. And the more facts we gather about ourselves, the more discoveries we want to make. Today, we wanna present you with some surprising facts about the human body you might never have guessed! Did you know, for example, that blue- and green-eyed people are less sensitive to pain than brown-eyed people? Or that your body glows in the dark? It’s just too weak for you to see it. Have you ever heard that the atoms in your body are 99% empty? And yet you feel full after dinner. How is that? The brain grows for the first 18 years of life and gets 5% smaller every 10 years after age 40. Every aspect of human beings is really fascinating, and our new compilation of unbelievable facts about our bodies will definitely surprise you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The human brain is probably the most mysterious organ in our body. Scientists keep learning new facts about its work, but it still hides lots of secrets. There are a few simple ways to boost your intellect and improve your brain power, and they will surely surprise you! - During a full night’s sleep, brain cells remove toxic compounds dangerous to our brain. - A decrease in memory, in the ability to learn, in self-control — these are the consequences that chronic stress is fraught with. - British scientists found out that love and hate originate in similar brain areas. - Our brain is almost 80% water. - Scientists proved that pregnancy reduces the amount of gray matter in the brain areas responsible for social cognition and understanding other people. - The abundance of fructose in the diet slows down the brain and reduces its ability to learn, remember information, and concentrate. - According to brain activity, romantic relationships and maternal feelings are very similar, but there are differences. - A study showed that painting and contemplating works of art improve the interaction between brain areas while slowing its aging. - Oxford scientists proved that the process of reading trains the cognitive abilities of the brain. It also activates areas that aren’t used at other times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You learn, and you learn, and you learn, and still, nothing happens. Why can't you succeed and go further? You just haven't tried the 5-hour rule! It's used by Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, Oprah Winfrey, and even Elon Musk. So if you wanna reach their level, here's what you should do! - Read at least one hour a day. Read during breaks, before bed, or get into audiobooks. This will really push you towards the result you seek. - The next step is reflection. Take time to reflect on what you read. How can you absorb and use it in life or work? - Finally, experiment! If you’ve read new information, test it and see whether it works for you. - The Eisenhower matrix was created by General Dwight Eisenhower and is mentioned in multiple productivity books, including the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey. - Researchers from Florida State discovered an interesting pattern – top performers from any field who focus on one thing for 90 minutes are much more productive than others who grind out hour after hour behind the desk. - The X method is something you know very well already – you put up a calendar above your desk, set a goal for yourself, and put a big X for every day you stuck to it. - To increase your productivity, you have to make your own schedule and figure out your 2-3 peak hours. For example, I can't focus well in the afternoon and evening – I’d rather just relax. - Peak hours are best combined with your energy levels! Your energy may depend on the day of the week and affect your productivity. - Mental distractions are thoughts that pop into your head that aren't connected to your goal. If you notice this type of distraction coming, just stop and ask yourself: what is my focus right now? This will snap you out of it. - If your task can be done in just 2 minutes, do it! - This productivity rule (also known as the Pareto Principle) is astounding but true – roughly only 20 percent of what you do gives you 80 percent of the final results. - Whenever you want to organize a meeting, ask yourself one simple question: can you order just 2 pizzas to feed everyone there? If it's more than 2, then your meeting team is way too big to be productive. - Learn to say “no” to all the many attractive “shiny” things that call to you “Saying look at me, look at me”, begging for your attention, but only distract you and are ultimately a waste of your time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever dreamt of traveling through time? Would you go to the future or the past? Rudolf Fentz didn't choose the time; he found himself in Times Square, hardly recognizing anything: people in unusual clothes, strange noisy machines he'd never seen before, lights everywhere. What happened?
It was in the summer of 1951. At about 11:15, passers-by in Times Square noticed a young man in his twenties. He was dressed in the fashion of the late 19th century. He looked lost and clueless and obviously had no idea how he’d gotten to the crossroad. Where did he come from? Nobody saw it; he just appeared in that spot as if out of thin air... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A major difference between rich people and those who have money problems can be found in the way they think, act, and see the world. Check out these 7 differences between the rich and poor and use them as your own financial tips to become rich. -Those who have a lot of money don’t always flaunt their wealth. It may sound surprising, but there's no real need to buy a pair of $1,000 jeans if you can find a high-quality product that’s 10 times cheaper. -Things rich people don’t save on are: coffee machine, induction stove, LED light bulbs, energy-saving glass, thermostatic shower faucet. -Rich people don't keep their income in savings accounts; they have funds in their budget that they can invest, and they do this regularly. -Rich people don't overspend. If they use a credit card, they do everything to avoid paying finance charges. -Rich people see opportunities for growth and success in everything they do. -The rich are willing to overcome obstacles to achieve their goals. They realize that you can’t win without taking risks. -Rich people choose to face their fears to become more successful and powerful individuals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You are way more intelligent than you realize! Here's a list of signs that actually indicate a super bright mind. They are all scientifically proved, so if you feel like a few of them are true for you, you have every reason to call yourself a genius! - Justin Kruger and David Dunning worked with a group of Cornell University undergrads and published the results of their research in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology in 1999. They asked students to predict their scores after being tested in Humor, Logical reasoning, and English Grammar. Those who were 100% sure they did outstandingly well ended up with worse results than those who were more critical of themselves. - Psychologist Oliver Burkeman has done some serious research on the lifestyle of the brightest minds in the world. He concluded that smart people tend to save up their mental abilities for more important things. Unless those smart people are fashion designers or Lady Gaga, of course. - Empathy is a sign of exceptional mental intelligence. If you are emotionally intelligent, you love meeting new people and learning new things. According to psychologist and author of Focus: The Hidden Drivers of Excellence Daniel Goleman, people who care a lot about others and can feel them well, generally, succeed in life. - The ability to control instincts is what we know distinguishes humans from animals. Genius people went even further: they manage to overcome and control any impulses they have. If you can plan and achieve goals without being distracted by emotions you are more intelligent than you might imagine. - Professor emeritus of the University of Louisville Joanne Rowe has concluded light-eyed humans, and even animals are way better at activities requiring self-pacing than the dark-eyed creatures. The fact that you are better at self-paced activities means that you like paying attention to every detail. - M.D. Franz H. Messerli, who is most likely a chocolate lover himself, published the results of his study in The New England Journal of Medicine. He tried to link genius (Noble prize winner kind of genius) per ten million people with the amount of chocolate consumed in certain countries. And he found it. - Genius people don’t stick to the past. And, they don’t blame everyone and everything around for their sadness. Psychologist Daniel Goleman explains a real genius does not only address problems but also recognizes emotions when he feels them, and not ignores them. - Psychologists Daniel Swigley and Gary Lupyan conducted a whole study on it. Good self-talk, according to them, helps us sort the important thoughts from useless stuff going through our minds. - A study conducted at the Northwestern University has stated that a genius hates any kind of background noise because it prevents him from concentrating on important issues. - Next time someone criticizes your handwriting, simply nod, say “I am sorry you don’t get it” and triumph on the inside. Messy writing is one of the signs of a genius!
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Set your calendars, folks! This year will be FULL of the most amazing space events you can see right here on Earth! Meteor showers will light up the sky. You'll see Mercury, Jupiter, and Saturn right up there above your head! And watch out! Saturn will make its closest approach to Earth in 2021! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You're told your whole life "you have to drink 8 glasses of water a day!" But is this really true? And do camels really store water? Are bats blind? Do carrots improve your eyesight? And is chocolate actually bad for you? Well, it's high time we got to some myth-busting! There are so many common myths out there that aren't true at all! But here, I have a fun general knowledge test for you! Do you know which myths are true or false? See how smart you are! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are lots of common beliefs about intelligent people: they don’t give in to laziness, have a perfect memory, and don’t use obscenities. However, research shows that a high IQ is often associated with quite unexpected habits and peculiarities. Did you know that laziness is actually a sign of high intelligence? - A perfect memory has always been a sign of cleverness, but the latest research shows it’s forgetfulness that actually points at a high level of intellect. - More and more studies prove that people who swear often have a much wider vocabulary, which is a sign of a high IQ. - Talented people are believed not to trust anyone. However, scientists proved that intelligent individuals are more trusting. - Recent polls at Southampton University have shown a curious fact: people with a high IQ prefer poultry meat, fish, and vegetables over red meat. - More often than not, people with a high IQ are capable of thinking up alternative solutions but not using them in life. - One experiment showed that people with a high IQ are likely to get buried in thought and be less active, while ordinary individuals are bored more often and try to fill up their schedule. - Some studies at Carroll University in Waukesha show that people who prefer cats are calmer, more sensitive, and have a higher IQ, while dog lovers are more active, open to others, and are used to obeying the rules. - Intelligent people tend to stay up late, which results, more often than not, in them sleeping little. They have to wake up early in the morning to go to work or school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's a dream come true! You now have endless money! No matter how much you spend, no matter what you buy for yourself - several sports cars, mansions, palaces, skyscrapers, private jets, even a whole private island just to yourself! You check your account, and it's all still there. A number followed by too many zeros to count, you're the richest person in the world. So, how would life look for you if your money never ended? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
That’s too bad because there are less stressful ways that will give you the same outcome. However, there are less stressful ways to reach your goals. - We are likely to buy those things that we see right in front of us. That's why marketing experts put more expensive products (or those that they need to sell fast) right at the level of your eyes. - The candles will last longer if you put them in the freezer before lighting them up. Let some physics in your life. When the wax is frozen, it melts twice as long. - To check the quality of your printer ink, just print the Google logo. We are not sure if this has been done intentionally, but the logo has all the necessary main colors in it. - There is also an experiment stating that “fast eaters” gained about 4lbs in a month only because they were eating too fast, while “slow eaters” ended up with 1,5lbs of weight gaining. - . If you love going to the Zoo, but animals hide from you, you can improve the situation with uniform-like clothes. Take on those things, which are similar to the Zoo workers’ uniform of shape and color. - This yellow fruit is even called “the fruit of happiness,” in case you don’t know. The thing is, only one banana per breakfast is capable of lifting your mood for a half of your usual day. - Fitness and workouts can be tiresome and slowly transform into a routine activity. So, it’s not a secret that people use various additional tricks for the fast fat-burning. - This itching can nearly drive you insane. But there is a simple and very popular hack to cope with it. You just need to place a hot spoon on the bite, and you’ll forget about any itching. - Before calling “911”, first disclose your location. And only then start describing the issue. - Scientists surely know their job! Recently they have proved that watermelon is the natural Viagra with similar effects: dilation and relaxation. - If you are listening to music during your workout, you become 15% more productive in lifting weights. - To remember something immediately, clench your fist. This will boost the memory of recalling the skills of your brain. - Try to challenge your brain and make any of your ordinary habits (for example, brushing your teeth) with the non-dominant hand. - If you listen to loud music at home, you feel happier and more relaxed than while doing it at a regular sound level. - Green tea, as well as other metabolism boosters, can be helpful in your slimming. Just drink a cup of green tea and go to bed! - We are happy to share the secret: the “4-7-8” exercise can help you. You need to inhale through your nose for a count of 4, then hold your breath for a count of 7, then exhale through your mouth for the count of 8. Four cycles and you are nearly sleeping! - If you feel anxious, just eat some fat-free yogurt and two spoonfuls of nuts. Amino-acids will help you to calm down. - If you want to know how a person treats you, try to read the body language. Crossed legs and arms mean the “closed” position. Such a person is not ready to trust you. If the person is relaxed and doesn’t cross the limbs – this is the “open” position. And it means this person likes spending time with you and enjoys the conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Exceptionally intelligent people always stand out. It turns out that even the smallest things like your height, weight, or eye color can say a lot about your level of intelligence. Smart people don't need others to have a good time. Psychologists in the UK found out that people who learned to read early on are more intelligent. Norwegian researchers at the University of Oslo have proven that older children are almost always a bit smarter than their younger siblings. Another sign of intelligence and future success can be seen from a very young age: 3-year-olds that are taller than their peers have much higher scores on cognitive tests. People who had some formal music training for at least 9 months boast higher IQ levels than those who were in the drama club or didn't do any extracurriculars at all. Intelligent people prefer activities that demand patience and constant mental stimulation to active sports. People with long ring fingers tend to be good at math and spatial thinking but lack verbal skills. Those with a longer index finger are usually better in humanitarian fields like languages and literature. Tons of research have been done on the correlation between eye color and intelligence. People with light-colored eyes are smarter than those with brown or dark-colored eyes.
-People with a high IQ feel comfortable in their own company. -The earlier you learned the alphabet, the more books you read throughout childhood, and the broader your horizons became. -The IQ of older children is higher by an average of 3 points than that of their younger siblings. -A study at Princeton University showed that taller children usually have higher IQ levels. -It may be the high intelligence itself that makes children choose music instead of something else. -Slimmer people are statistically more intelligent. -If you love sport, you might have less interest in learning new things. -Blue-eyed people usually do better in situations when you need to stop and analyze everything that's going on, instead of reacting to it. -If a squeaky floor, chips being crunched on, or even someone’s loud breathing can easily distract you, you're probably more intelligent than you think. -People with long ring fingers tend to be good at math and spatial thinking. -Smart people tend to be pessimistic and imagine all kinds of bad stuff that might happen to them. -Believe it or not, cussing is actually one of the signs of an above-average brain.
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What is fear? If you’ve ever hesitated to talk to someone you like, or been anxious when your family member got sick, you’ve felt it for real. You, me, our friends, and our parents — we all live in constant fear, sometimes without even realizing it. Fear is a powerful force that lives inside you and governs your every action, whether you like it or not. We feel it the strongest when we meet something that scares us. A stranger in a dark alley right behind you. A loud noise out of nowhere in complete silence. A frantic honk of a car when you’re crossing the street. There are lots of types of fear. The instinctive, animal one is the most basic: the fear for your life and the fear of pain is given to us as a means of self-preservation. They don’t let us do stupid things that could lead to injuries or worse. Like fear of heights: you look down from the top of a high-rise building and your head is spinning because you don’t want to fall — you’re scared. Fear resides in our deepest and darkest self. It was born because it helped our earliest ancestors survive. Now, it’s become something we have to overcome every single day. So what causes fear? And can we overcome it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each of us comes into contact with a lot of people every single day. It’s really not that difficult to distinguish between those relationships that work and those that are dysfunctional. Just ask yourself: What do you feel, and how do you behave when you’re with the person you love? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How long can one go without human interaction? Is a screen able to replace real talk, live communication, touch on the hand, or a pat on the back? What would happen to you if you were isolated for a year? Okay, imagine someone grabbed you, put a sack on your head, drove you for the better part of an hour, took away your smartphone, and then… threw you back in your home? You get up and notice a small piece of paper on the floor, next to the door. You pick it up, unfold it, and read the words written on it: “365 days. Then you’re free.” It turns out you have a fridge full of food for a week and access to the Internet but can’t reach out to anyone except with text messages. Even worse, everybody thinks you’ve gone to another country, and even your boss allowed you to work remotely. Your messages asking for help transform as soon as you send them, so you can’t tell anyone the truth. You’re on your own now, and a feeling of despair starts to gnaw on you... We love to explore all kinds of what-if scenarios. Some of them are a bit crazy but - hey! - the world IS a crazy place! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You’ve probably wondered how convenient life would be if you could read other people's minds. Some people use their intuition for this, but if you’re not so perceptive, there’s only one choice left: learning to read people's body language. - If a person is talking to you and closing their eyes, you should know that they’re trying to hide from the outside world. - A few fingers, a palm, or even a fist near the mouth helps us hold back the words we don't want to let out. - If you see someone chewing on the earpieces of their glasses, try having a heart-to-heart with them and cheering them up. They’re definitely subconsciously worried about something. - Crossed arms are a clear sign that a person is not feeling it today. - When a woman wants a man to notice her, she tries to present herself in the best way possible. She straightens her back to emphasize her breasts, and she may also cross her legs. - When people like someone and want to get to know them, they usually lean forward. - If someone sits back in their chair, they’re showing that they’re tired of the conversation and don't want to keep it going. - If a person doesn't swing back and forth but bounces up and down on their toes, it might be a sign that they’re feeling confident. - Rubbing the hands together generally means that a person has a positive feeling about something, and they’re hopeful. - While you’re shaking hands with someone, if that person takes your wrist with their free hand, they’re showing that they’re trustworthy, friendly, and honest.
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The most famous scientist since Albert Einstein, Stephen Hawking, who has made profound and inspiring discoveries, predicted an extremely dark and pessimistic future for the Earth and its inhabitants. Here are some of Hawking’s most terrifying predictions on how and when our world will meet its demise. Since scientists started toying with genetically engineered viruses to treat human illnesses, they’ve also discovered other possible uses for them. Nowadays, pharmacists are even combining several deadly viruses into a single shot and doing some weird stuff with DNA mixing. Hawking was a firm believer in extraterrestrial life, and he was convinced that they will eventually invade our planet. And no, unfortunately, they probably won’t come in peace. In his final work, A Smooth Exit from Eternal Inflation completed just two weeks before he died, Hawking predicted that our universe will eventually fade into darkness as all the stars run out of energy. Although Hawking's life basically depended on artificial intelligence, he didn't trust it at all. He once said that it might just be “the worst invention in the history of our civilization” because it’ll probably replace humans altogether. Hawking added that global warming will make the conditions on Earth similar to those on Venus. To save ourselves from problems like overpopulation (and the scarcity of resources that comes with it), pandemics, and pollution, we have to discover new worlds and become a multi-planetary species. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to be more productive? Did you know you only use 10% of your brain? Well sorry, that’s not true. People use almost 100% of it almost all the time. So what’s holding you back? Why can’t we learn languages faster, multiply big numbers in our head or understand Quantum Physics? Maybe, because of all the limitations we humans put on ourselves. Have you ever said to yourself: “I’m not smart enough to solve that math problem” Or “I’m not good enough to get into that college”? As soon as you say those kinds of things, you’re programming yourself to fail. Every single one of us is capable of doing anything we set our mind to. A lot of your limitations are in your head, you don’t really know what you’re capable of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Get a Girlfriend. Are you a single guy who wants to change the relationship status and start dating someone? Do you have few female friends because you don’t know how to talk to women but want to change that? In that case, you’re going to love our 12 simple relationship tips on how to get the girl of your dreams to go out with you. Something you need to know about women is that no woman will ever owe you attention, affection, or a relationship. It would help if you did not try to “earn” a relationship or compel someone to be with you. Instead, improve yourself and be the best version of yourself you can be in the hopes that a woman will find you appealing and a relationship can blossom. Keep that in mind, and your relationships will be much easier and stronger. -To appeal to women, you need to build up your reputation as a good guy to be around. -For others to like you, you have to like yourself, and that means being comfortable with yourself. Improve yourself. -Make it a policy to help people. It could be a woman you’re attracted to or just someone else in the room. -Take care of your physical appearance. Attractiveness is subjective, but bad body odor, smelly breath, and greasy, unkempt hair are not attractive to most people. Wear clothes you like that look good. -The more people you meet, the bigger the pool of women you’ll come into contact with and befriend. Check forums, listings, classifieds, and Facebook groups for local events or meetings that are likely to attract people with similar interests or passions. -In your conversations, you need to be sincere, fun, and appealing. With your heightened self-confidence, that should be no problem. -Talk to lots of women on a consistent basis. Just have a conversation, ask her about her interests, and take an interest in them. -The best way to make a connection with people is to speak from the heart and live fully in the moment. What you say isn't nearly as important as how you say it: be sincere. -Everyone likes compliments, and you need to be able to be sincere when complimenting women. Sincerity is a skill that requires practice. -Odds are you’ll find lots of women attractive, and the majority of them will have no interest in you. There’s no reason to worry about that as it’s beyond your control. -Don’t give yourself reasons to avoid approaching people. -If she’s jogging with her headphones in or reading on the bus with her legs crossed in a closed posture, better not bother her. -Keep your friendships slightly flirty. Even if they're not interested in you, they may be more likely to set you up with a friend. -When you’re chatting up a woman, make her laugh. Girls like people who have a good sense of humor, and the key to having a good sense of humor is to be lighthearted and unabashedly yourself. -Relax and have fun when you’re chatting with women. This is really important. If you’re too anxious or take it all too seriously, that will come across. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wanna learn some psychology tricks that can make your life much easier? While research studies in psychology are not an easy read for everybody, the results can be of use in everyday life. And they can help you to increase your motivation, become a better communicator, and improve your relationships with others. Knowing a thing or two about psychology is like having superpowers – you’ll always find a way with people. And you don’t need deep knowledge, just use these people skills. So here are some surprising psychological findings that can help you better understand other people and the world around you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Look out for signals that a guy subconsciously sends that can reveal that he's into you. Even his feet can show you he’s interested in you in more than a friendly way. -When we talk to our crush, we stutter, do and say awkward things, and act like the weirdest person ever. -A guy in love will be looking at you a lot, watching your every move. He will lean toward you and try to make eye contact as much as possible. Another good indicator is the direction of his feet: if they're pointed toward you, it's a subconscious sign that he may be interested. -Pay attention to how he touches you and how he reacts when you touch him. He may hug you tightly when he sees you or touch your hand — it can be anything. This all hints at the steady possibility that he's into you. -If the guy likes you, he will start to behave protectively toward you and perform gentlemanly and caring moves. -Sudden interest in what you're doing can be a sign that he really likes you. When we fall in love, we pick up our boyfriend or girlfriend's hobbies because we want to know more about them and their world. -If you continuously bump into each other outside of school, work, or any other place you see each other often, it might mean that he's deliberately looking for opportunities to “accidentally” bump into you. -Asking questions shows his interest in you and indicates that he either wants to keep the conversation going or wants to know every single thing there is about you. -If, during a conversation, you often notice that he remembered what you told him a week or 2 days ago, the name of your favorite band, or the fact that you hate olives, that counts for something. -If his friends are smiling or smirking like they know something you don't when they see you, they probably know he likes you. -If a guy doesn’t check his phone when he’s with you, it means that he's interested in your personality and values your conversation and time together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Flirt. Flirting might seem like something overwhelming or awkward, but in fact the more you learn about it and the more you practice it, the better you’ll get at it. It’s normal to be a little nervous around someone you like, but these simple tips can help set you at ease so that you’ll be confident and comfortable and make your crush like you. The key to flirting is balance. Reveal your feelings, but keep the person intrigued and wanting to know more as well. You want them to think about you the way you think about them. You want them to feel special and flattered and comfortable with you.
-Do not approach someone who doesn’t want to be approached. Do not try to force someone to talk to you. Respect their space and boundaries. -A shared glance is one of the most intimate things we can do without touching each other. You’ll learn a lot about a person by meeting their eyes and watching their expression. -Show your crush you like them with a real, genuine smile. Smile when you make eye contact. This adds extra weight to the intimacy of locking eyes. -Start with a comfortable, easy line of dialogue. Say hello and introduce yourself, especially if you don’t know each other well or at all. -Strike up a conversation about something easily observed, like the weather or if there are a lot of people gathered around you. Find common ground with the person. -Don’t bring up anything too personal or controversial. Avoid topics like religion, money, and politics. Don’t talk about your ex or say that you’re looking for a relationship — that starts to sound pushy. -You’re communicating with your body, and so is your crush. If they’re closed off, you might want to stop trying to flirt. -If you think your crush wants to be touched but hasn’t said anything, casually touch them on the forearm as you talk, or brush against them if you’re sitting next to each other. -Be very careful about complimenting their looks, even if that’s what originally drew you to them. Try to look deeper, and mix in compliments about nonphysical features. -Once you’ve sparked an interest, too much attention will smother it, and you’ll come off as too intense. See if they approach you, rather than the other way around. -If your crush ever asks you what you’re looking for, just be honest. And that means being honest with yourself as well as with your crush. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The mysterious ghost train became the main sight of St. Louis, a little village in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan. There are just around 400 people living there and hundreds visit it to see the St. Louis light. It was featured in books and online and was on TV shows like Unsolved Mysteries. For decades, no one could explain what it really was. Some people spotted a white light, others said they'd seen a red one. An urban legend explained the red light was a lantern carried by a ghost of a train conductor who had lost his life one night examining the tracks. Scientists tried to debunk both ghost-involving theories but failed. Then, two high school students from northern Saskatchewan decided to jump in. They first witnessed the ghost train on a road trip to St. Louis... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Something that never gets boring is knowing random facts, as long as they are interesting, of course! If you’ve been looking for some nice ice-breakers or just fun conversation starters, arm yourself with cool, unbelievable, and fascinating facts. Twins can be born several months apart. The ostrich's eyes are bigger than its brain. A baby's likely to have more than 5 fingers on its hand if one of its parents has the same condition. Your taste receptors won't work without saliva. And you still can hear how the Universe was created around 13.8 billion years ago! Are these real facts or old wives' tales? Let's figure it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Know if a Girl Likes You. In case you have a crush on a girl, but you aren't sure if she feels the same and you don't want to embarrass yourself by asking her, this one is for you. It’s possible to find out if the girl of your interest is also into you by reading her body language and following some simple psychological tips. There are several sure signs that can help you figure out if your feelings are mutual.
-If a girl stands or sits in a way that keeps her torso turned toward you, this may indicate that she likes you. You're also a lucky guy if her feet are pointed in your direction. -A girl who likes you will keep her eyes on you. However, as soon as you look back, her glance will dart away. -If a girl brushes you when she passes by, touches your arm after you tell a joke, or places her hand on your shoulder, it's almost a sure sign of her attraction. -If a girl mirrors your moves or even imitates you, this is a sure sign that she likes you. This phenomenon is called rapport. -When a girl tries to draw your attention to her hair, she is most likely flirting with you. -In most cases, when a girl likes you, she will smile a lot around you. Smiling indicates that she is happy in your presence. -If you constantly hear from a girl how amazing your smile is, how unusual the color of your eyes seems, or how strong you look, be sure that she is into you. -If her friends giggle or smile when they look at you, this may mean that the girl you like has told them that she has a crush on you. -A girl may be too shy to tell you about her feelings, but she may invent different excuses to communicate with you either in real life or online. -When a girl is into you, she will most likely try to impress you by dressing up. Perhaps her clothes will be fancier than necessary for an ordinary day. -When a girl likes you but isn't sure if you like her back, she may intentionally create situations in which she’ll need your help. -A girl who is interested in you might casually try to figure out your relationship status. -You must watch the girl you like around other people. And only when you are certain that it's just you that she treats differently should you start to celebrate. -It can be a good idea to take some steps of your own: smile at her to show her that you are happy to see her. If she returns your smile, she feels good being around you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine you’re going on a hike with a few of your friends to the Grand Canyon. You’ve planned to spend the night, camp-like boy scouts, and most importantly, have fun. As you’re on the trail towards your destination, your fastest buddy is a few hundred feet ahead. Suddenly, you see him tripping, and just as he’s about to hit the ground, he vanishes into thin air, right in front of your eyes. What would you do? Would you trust your eyes, or think of it as a hallucination? That's exactly what happened to James Burne Worson 126 years ago. He simply vanished. Nobody could explain this incident using logic. His friends were in utter shock...
- James Burne Worson was a kind shoemaker who lived in Leamington, Warwickshire in England.
- He enjoyed showing off from time to time; and he also loved challenging people into doing things for fun.
- On September 3rd, 1873, he and a few of his friends were walking around town, talking and having a laugh. Suddenly, an idea flashed into James’ mind to play a game.
- He decided to go on a match against nature. It was his strength and will against the odds of making it.
- His friends decided to follow him. His challenger, whose name is still a mystery, got in the back of the cart wagon, alongside his two other buddies.
- It seemed like James had tripped over something, and he was about to go down. As he was falling headlong forward, he let out a loud shriek and disappeared into thin air.
- After spending some time trying to locate him without success, they began their journey back to Leamington.
- The three men were taken into custody, and investigators began their interrogations to find out what happened.
- Some theories say that James accidentally entered a 4th dimension, which made him disappear.
- Another theory claimed that James had teleported. While he was running to get to his destination and win the challenge, he teleported to a different place; maybe even a different country.
- The disappearance of James Worson was named “The Unfinished Race”, and it was published in 1888.
- The writer of the story, was usually investigating strange happenings, which is what gained him recognition for his excellent journalism.
- Ambrose Bierce, like James Worson, went missing, leaving no traces behind him.
- Despite the abundance of crazy theories out there speculating what happened to the writer who disappeared into thin air, just like his literary character, James Burne Worson, one thing is sure: His fate remains a cloud of mystery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you smart or average? How would you describe a genius? Einstein’s grandnephew who knows the answer to every test question ever? Or maybe it is a smart person who can solve any problem? We have news for you: it is not just about your genes, grades, or life experience. Scientists have revealed ten signs of a wise person we bet you’ve ignored.
- Dr. Mark Weiser who works for Sheba Medical Center in Tel Hashomer and his colleagues believe there is a link between smoking and intelligence. They found that the more you smoke, the lower your IQ is.
- Super smart people are mostly quiet. They don’t babble, and they don’t often initiate conversations. Why? They are too busy thinking.
- Creativity is about drawing lines between what seems to be disconnected from others. It is possible for those who have experienced more things and have analyzed that experience. Doesn’t it sound like the definition of being wise? Those wise people normally come up with the most genius ideas.
- One of the signs of being super smart is to be bold enough to accept ideas that move our world forward.
- The more you think about the nature and future of everything around you, the more you realize different scenarios are possible. You know that at some point, it could all go wrong, and it’s making you anxious. Being always alert and prepared for whatever may come your way is typical for smart people.
- Those who successfully beat the desire to do it and are loyal partners to just one special individual tend to be smarter than those who cheat and sleep around. It is also explained in that intelligent liberals study by evolutionary psychologist Satoshi Kanazawa.
- If you are a computer systems analyst who gets new ideas from origami or a chef who is inspired by furniture design, you are pretty much a creative genius. It has to do with the ability to relate the totally unrelated and being bold enough to try new things and design new concepts.
- When we speak of risks, we don’t mean life-threatening stuff like jumping off the roofs and train surfing. Risks are the new challenges and ideas that you gladly try out of curiosity. And, quite a bit of adrenalin, as well.
- Nail biting has been largely considered just a nervous habit, yet recent studies show it may be a demonstration of perfectionism. According to psychologists, such body-focused habits as skin picking, pulling your hair, or biting your nails help fight boredom and soothe dissatisfaction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine traveling on a train that is actually a time machine. The 106 passengers and crew of the Zanetti train probably would’ve thought twice before they embarked on their adventure, had they known that. Just like the passengers of the “Titanic,” which set off for its first and last cruise almost a year later, they never reached their destination. The difference, though, is that no one knows what happened to the train… - The train entered the half mile-long tunnel in Lombardy Mountain and never came out! Just, disappeared! After the incident, the railway workers and police searched every square foot of it, but found no trace of the train. - However, there were two passengers found who’d jumped off the train just before it vanished into the tunnel. Later, when they came to, they were able to tell the story of their eerie trip. - One of the survivors told an Italian newspaper about the incident: “I heard an unclear humming sound. Beyond the black smoke, I could see a milky-white fog creeping from the tunnel – it literally swallowed the train like a wave.” - No one could come up with a sound explanation for this strange disappearance: dozens had witnessed the train leaving the station in Rome and entering the tunnel, but nobody saw it come out. - There are records of medieval monks from Modena who saw a three-car train with people in it. A horse was the fastest means of transport at the time. Railroads hadn’t been invented yet. - Then, in the 1840s, there's a report that the Zanetti passengers were seen in Mexico. A psychiatrist in a local hospital left notes saying that a group of 104 Italians were admitted all in a hysterical state. - Many years later, the train appeared again in Europe. On October 29, 1955 a three-car old-fashioned train appeared not far from Zavalichi, a small village in Ukraine. The signalman, Pyotr Ustimenko, saw it moving soundlessly. - Some believe all the railroads in the world form a sort of connected web that has its own magnetic field. The trains serve as electric conductors between the earth’s natural magnetic field and the artificial one. - Sometime before the Zanetti train left the station, there had been an earthquake where the tracks were. It’s believed the crust fracture, which appeared under Lombardy Mountain, created a time anomaly at the entrance to the tunnel. - In case you’re already getting goosebumps and swearing off trains forever, rest assured that this isn’t something you have to worry about happening to you because it’s just an urban legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It doesn't care if you're the captain of the football team or the quiet one sitting invisible in the back of the room. Anyone can feel all alone even in a crowded room. So, are you lonely too? Looks like we're all not so alone in feeling loneliness! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are some psychological tips that work on a subconscious level. They help you win another person's trust, get somebody's approval, relax when you are stressed, understand people better, or just attract new friends! Do you know, for example, how to spot a liar? Or how to tell if someone likes you? Or why some people sit backward on a chair? Or what you should never do if you wanna be heard and respected? Have a look at these useful psychology tricks – they might affect your communication skills positively and make your life easier in some way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You open your eyes and see lots of white spots and rings. You try to look at them directly but they drift as you move your eyes. Those are called eye floaters. Even though they look like objects in front of your eyes, they're actually inside your eyes. They're mostly harmless but pretty annoying as they cover the view. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So imagine that everyone in the world has decided to skip the next 10 centuries. The entire population of Earth goes down to specially built underground bunkers, and everyone settles into their comfortable beds. The last person awake sets the alarm clock for 1,000 years in the future and closes their eyes. The millions of robot helpers which the people say good night to are going to stick close to their sleeping masters. They’ll monitor their condition and observe what happens to our planet. So the people don’t leave anyone behind to look after our civilization. Their homes and offices and all of the world’s cities are handed over to nature... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When 17-year-old Juliane Koepcke finished her school, she went along with her mother to join her father at a research station in the Amazon rainforest. At about 21,000 feet, the plane got caught in the middle of a big storm. The cabin began tearing apart into pieces. Strapped to her seat and hanging head-over-heels she went into a 10,000 feet free-fall from the sky! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Small damage to the fuselage won't have dramatic consequences. But a big opening in a plane’s side will. So would you believe me if I told you a pilot managed to land a plane with much of its roof torn completely off? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Passengers got on board the plane; flight attendants nonchalantly checked their boarding passes; everything went as usual. But what happened after that was really scary. No electricity onboard, all equipment down, no airport in sight, and only a half-forgotten runway deep in the Siberian snow forest. It’s hard to imagine a worse scenario for a passenger plane landing, so it’s a real miracle that everyone ended up safe and sound. And all of it thanks to… a glass of water. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The airplane involved was a Beechcraft Bonanza single-engine aircraft. Onboard, pilot Bruce Gernon had two passengers: his father and business partner. They took off from Andros Island in the Bahamas and headed northwest for the Florida coast. It was December 4, 1970. This was a typical flight Bruce had made dozens of times before! But this time would be different. They would face really unexplainable and maybe even mysterious things… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On July 2, 1955, Pan American Flight 914 made its way from New York to Miami, Florida. It was a fine sunny day, and 57 passengers on board the plane were looking forward to seeing the warm beaches and palm trees of Florida. The plane took off without trouble, but 3 hours later, when it should’ve already landed at the destination airport, it was nowhere to be seen. When air traffic control contacted the New York tower, they got a perplexing reply: Flight 914 just disappeared from the radars in mid-air. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices