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If you thought that a career in modelling was all about glamorous parties and high-class fashion then think again. These incredible photos show that certain models will go to incredible lengths to get the perfect shot. Italian model, skydiver and base jumper, Roberta Mancino captured these images while on a photo-shoot in Banco Chinchorro, Mexico. […]
There’s probably a good chance you’ve hit a traffic jam on your commute to work or school and complained at what a ‘nightmare’ journey you’ve had to endure. We’ve all done it! but you’ll think yourself very lucky once you see what some people have to go through every day just to arrive at work/school […]
Roads are the ultimate metaphor for life. They cut across vast swaths of territory, have a beginning and an end, and they are dotted with scenes and moments that mark a journey, much like life itself. Our language is permeated by road and driving-related metaphors: You come to a fork in the road when you […]
While it’s fair to say that most people participate in sports for the adrenalin rush and are satisfied with the thrill they get from playing football or running a marathon, there are a few brave souls who like their hobbies to be a little bit more dangerous. These are the kind of people who don’t feel […]
The term ‘claustrophobia’ is described as ‘an abnormal fear of being in enclosed or narrow places’. If you are unfortunate enough to suffer from the condition then you may want to look away now, as the following 10 slides contain photos of some of the most claustrophobic places on earth. Whether it’s being trapped in […]
Swimming can be one life’s most pleasurable experiences but our love of amusement with this seemingly insignificant colourless liquid has always been accompanied by a sense of mystery and in many cases fear. Maybe it’s our primordial sense of wariness of the unknown and what lies in the deep below that creates such unease. Or […]
Nile is the longest river in the world and covers 11 counties, it is estimated to be around 6,650 km long. This river plays a pivotal role in maintaining African flora and fauna and also has a significant impact on the cultures surrounding the river. Almost all of the major Egypt cities are located on the banks of the Nile. If […]
If you’ve ever had a nightmare about being sucked down a giant plughole, then Monticello Dam in California will bring you out in cold sweats. The dam has a giant spillway known as the ‘Glory Hole’ that can drain 48,400 cubic feet of water per second. The giant plughole provides a stunning spectacle when the […]
