Ferrari World Is Now Open!Abu Dhabi's eagerly awaited Ferrari World finally opened its doors to the public at midday on November 4th. Thousands of people rushed in to get a glimpse at the world's largest indoor park, that features more than 20 rides, including the world's fastest roller coaster and, the region's first four dimensional ride....
Read news articleToday Is Diwali, The Festival Of Lights!Today, millions of Hindus, Sikhs and Jains all over the world will celebrate Diwali. Also known as Deepavali or the Festival of Lights it is one of the most eagerly awaited and widely celebrated festivals of India....
Read news articleA Radio Flyer Fit For The RoadA retired Alaskan couple is causing a stir in the city of Wasilla thank to their unusual mode of transport - A real-life Radio Flyer vehicle, complete with an 8-foot tall black fiberglass handle that soars high above the front bumper....
Read news articleThe Fascinating Migration Trek Of Monarch ButterfliesAround this time each year, thousands of Monarch butterflies will make their way from North America's colder regions to their winter home in California and Mexico, where they will hibernate before heading back in early spring. This round trip, which in some cases spans about 2,000 miles each way and can take as long as two months, is unique and fascinating for a number of reasons....
Read news articleVideo Of The Week - John Savio's Ultra Cool CostumeYou think you saw some rocking Halloween costumes last night? I bet none of them were even close to this ultimate iPhone 4G costume that young John Savio went trick or treating in....
Read news articleIndian Tycoon Prepares To Move Into His Billion Dollar HomeAt first sight, Antilia, an extravagant 27-story building that cost one billion US dollars to construct, could easily be mistaken for a luxury hotel or business headquarters. However it is neither - It is merely the humble abode of India's richest man, Mukesh Ambani....
Read news articleChilean Miners Challenge Rescuers To A Soccer Match!After being cooped in a collapsed mine for 69 days, experts were not sure how long it would take for the 33 Chilean miners to resume their normal life....
Read news articleFinally! A Bike Helmet That Won't Crimp Your StyleThink that the current bike helmets are not up to snuff? Do they crimp your style or mess up your hair? Now you may have an alternative - A airbag helmet that is both safe and in vogue....
Read news articleWoof Or Woof? NYC Pooches Get Into The Halloween SpiritOn October 23rd, hundreds of pampered pooches put their best paws forward, strutting in exotic costumes, as they paraded in New York City's annual Halloween dog parade....
Read news articleOMG! Flamingos Wear Makeup Too!Humans have been enhancing their looks with make-up since ancient times. Now it seems that so have flamingos - Their color of choice? Pink of course!...
Read news articleHow About Some Vampire Blood With That Steak?Looking for a spooky meal this Halloween? Then you need to make reservations at the Vampire Cafe located in the famous shopping district of Ginza in Tokyo, Japan. The gothic restaurant decorated with skulls, crucifixes, candelabras, spooky spiders and Dracula's coffins makes you feel like you're in a horror movie and, is a perfect way to end this fun holiday....
Read news articleStyrofoam That Will Protect Your Television And Garden!Did you know that Styrofoam, that ubiquitous packaging that seems to show up with everything we buy, not only fills up 25 percent of our landfills, but also, uses 1.5 liters of gas in every cubic foot? Luckily, now there is an alternative - One that is completely recyclable and does not use our valuable resources....
Read news articleNew Species Of 'Sneezing Monkey' Discovered!Just when you think you have seen it all, a totally new animal species comes along and totally stumps you - First there was the bouncing fish, then came along the strawberry crabs and now, a sneezing monkey!...
Read news articleA Birthday Toast Of A Different Kind!No matter how much you love toast, would you want to be a 'Toasty Face'? And by that we don't mean a warm face, but one that's actually made from toast! That's what Sandra Whitfield encountered when she walked into Warrington Parr Hall in Cheshire, England....
Read news articleVideo Of The Week - 30-Year Old Chess Whiz Plays 523 Simultaneous GamesFor those of us who have a hard time concentrating on a single game of chess, even the idea of playing against 523 players seems unfathomable. However, Israeli chess grandmaster, Alik Gershon made it seem like a piece of cake, as he shifted from board to board, making his moves almost instantly....
Read news articleCooking With Miranda - Halloween TreatsAh Halloween! - That wonderful time of the year, when we get to wear outlandish costumes, eat plenty of candy and host parties with spooky treats....
Read news articleTalented Dolphin Teaches Others To 'Tail Walk' In The WildIf you have ever watched a dolphin show you have probably seen the mammals tail-walking - A trick that the playful creatures are taught by their trainers. However, this phenomenon has rarely been seen in the wild - Until now and, you will be amazed to read how the skill was obtained....
Read news articleClowning Around Is Serious Business In Mexico City!Earlier this week, hundreds of clowns donned in colorful outfits, painted faces and big red noses, took to the streets of Mexico City to the amazement and delight of the locals. The contingent of over 800, was in the city from October 18-21st, for the Annual International Clowns' Convention....
Read news articleThe 2010-2011 Kids Science Challenge Is On!If you like science projects and winning some awesome gifts, this is the challenge for you. Open to kids from 3rd to 6th grade, the 3rd annual Kids Science Challenge is currently accepting applications - And the best part is, they send you cool stuff just for entering....
Read news articleLCROSS Mission Reveals Additional Water And Other SurprisesIn October of 2009, NASA blasted the Cabeus crater on the Moon's South Pole with a rocket, to look for evidence of water. Called the LCROSS mission, it was considered a huge success, after 25 gallons of water was discovered. However, a closer look at the data transmitted has revealed, that not only is there much more water than previously believed, but also, other surprising elements....
Read news articleStone Age Humans Ate Meat And . . . . . Bread!Mention stone age and the image of a grizzly human, wearing an animal skin and chomping down on a raw hunk of meat, immediately comes to mind. However, paleontologists have recently revealed that while the first two may be accurate, the cavemen's diet may have been more balanced - one that included even bread....
Read news articleSwiss Celebrate Completion of World's Longest Railway TunnelOn October 15th, the people of Switzerland celebrated with abandon, as the drill broke through the last piece of rock, finally connecting the two ends of the Gotthard Base Tunnel - The world's longest railway tunnel. The mammoth undertaking that cost about 10 billion USD took 2,600 workers, 12 years to accomplish - And, it's not done yet....
Read news articleSpain Tries To Save The 'Endangered' Siesta!Siestas or mid-afternoon naps have traditionally been an important part of the Spanish culture, with most cities shutting down, while people snoozed, following a leisurely lunch. However, thanks to the busy modern lifestyle, it is starting to become an endangered custom. Now, a newly formed group entitled National Association of Friends of the Siesta, is attempting to revive the tradition with, a Siesta Competition....
Read news articleWant To Go Diving In The Park?Ever swam in a lake with benches and grass at the bottom - One where you have to float through trees and dive under bridges? In fact, if you close your eyes for a moment, it almost resembles a park in your neighborhood - Which is exactly what it is, for about six months a year....
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