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Abandoned Victorian Public Toilets of London

Of all the great things to shoot in London, Agnese Sanvito chose one that most Londoners avoid unless they have to — public restrooms. After the collapse of the Roman Empire, the regular construction of public toilets in big European cities was largely forgotten until they reappeared in their modern form in Paris, Berlin, and…

Medieval Deathbot Got Suspended

Twitter has suspended the Medieval Deathbot in all of its great wisdom. I’m not positive when and why it happened, but it appears as if it happened around the new year. In October, the handle was shut after users consistently identified the auto-reply tweets as harassment, or the system spotted them and determined that the…

The Literature Heavyweights Series Recalls a Nostalgic Past

The Literature Heavyweights series isn’t composed of vintage books. Instead, they’re comprised of rescued brickwork that has been painted, giving the term “tome” a whole different twist. They are huge, emphasising how cumbersome it feels to handle many printed books. Furthermore, they demonstrate how ridiculous the presence of physical books is; in a world where…

Make Your Own Space Suit

What Astronauts Wear In SpaceThere are two types of spacesuits worn by astronauts – the Sokol suit and the Extra-Vehicular Activity (EVA). They use the Sokol suit throughout their journey to and from the International Space Station (ISS) and Extra-Vehicular Activity (EVA) for walking in space. Why Do Astronauts Need Sokol Spacesuits? Image Source- Instagram…

This Crazy Anti-Distraction Helmet From 1925 Is Still Relevant Today

Do you have trouble focusing at your workplace? Does something frequently get in the way whenever you strive to be active? Then The Isolator helmet, designed in 1925 by Hugo Gernsback, a Luxembourgish-American inventor, editor, writer, and magazine publisher, could be what you need. Image Source- Instagram If you looked at Gernsback’s anti-distraction device, you…

The Seven Churches of Antarctica

Antarctica, the southernmost continent, is the largest desert globally, with an ice-covered landmass. Despite the harsh climate, scientists and explorers still practice religion. Antarctica has no less than seven churches where explorers carry out religious practices — these churches are the southmost worship places on earth. 1. Trinity Chapel Image Source- Instagram The orthodox worship…

Deciphering the Language of TV Test Patterns

Did TV test patterns precede television invention? The static bull’s eye that popped up on early televisions from the 1940s to 1970s, before tv stations broadcasted round-the-clock programming or when transmission malfunctions happened, didn’t precede tv invention, which shockingly, was experimented within the 1880s. However, it was the initial transmission on a television screen. The…

Did You Know The Story Of This Australian Floating Hotel Now Decaying Off The Coast Of North Korea

The Four Seasons Barrier Reef Resort—a top-rated vacation destination in the 1980s—was once a floating hotel in Australia in North Korea. The hotel was originally intended to float over the John Brewer Reef, 70 km off Townsville, Queensland, Australia. It was a seven-story five-star facility. The hotel featured two hundred rooms, bars, two top restaurants,…

Playing Pinball’s Big Comeback

According to the International Flipper Pinball Association, there’s been renewed interest in Pinball over the last decade, with the player and competition numbers growing globally. In 2006, there were 500 players in 50 competitions worldwide. By 2017, the number had grown to over 55,000 players in almost 4,500 matches. In 2016, NBC News reported on…

Pierre Cardin’s Iconic Palais Bulles What Will Happen to It

Even though the French Riviera is magnificent, nothing on it matches the Palais Bulles, also referred to as “Bubble Palace”. Palais Bulles is the most eclectic and lavish of all French Riviera homes. It was built in 1975 in Théoule-Sur-Mer near Cannes by Antti Lovag, a Hungarian architect — the construction took fourteen years. Pierre…

Artist Uses Jigsaw Puzzles to Create Surreal Mashups

Even though jigsaw fanatics enjoy making order from chaos, Tim Klein, an artist based in Vancouver, defies the norms by playing the game his way. After finding out that manufacturing firms usually recycle similarly shaped pieces for many puzzles, Tim decided to get creative and combine the interchangeable parts to create his montage puzzle art. …

Your Handy Guide To Beer Glass Sizes in Australia

‘Beer! Glorious Beer!’ Ok, well that is not quite how the famous song from Oliver Twist goes, but you get the sentiment. Aussies love a good beer. For many people it’s their longest relationship. One they have been committed too since they were 18. (Well legally anyway). For the nation, drinking beer is a national past time. It’s something generations of…

A Brief Overview of the Eshay Phenomenon

Australia is a diverse, multi-cultural country whose values of mateship and giving everyone a fair go is woven into the very fabric of society. It’s also a country with hundreds of different sub-cultures including sharpies, hipsters, bra boys and bronies. All of whom add an intriguing layer to the overall communal mix. But, in recent years, another group has emerged. One that has influenced huge numbers of…

10 Best Styles of Buzz Cuts and Fades for Men

So the weekend is here and you want to look sharp for when you hit the clubs. Or maybe you want to look more presentable for a first date, the office, or a job interview? Whatever your reason for a haircut there are many styles of buzz cuts and fades you can choose to get…

9 of the Tastiest Low-Carb Beers in Australia

In recent years low-carb beer has courted a bit of controversy with some people believing it’s a vital strategy in their battle against weight loss, whilst others see it as nothing more than a marketing myth, given that beer does not contain many carbohydrates in the first place. Whatever your viewpoint there are a number…

Top 10 Haircuts & Hairstyles for Men

Appearance isn’t everything but it counts for a lot when your hair is the first or second thing people clock when they look at you. Men’s haircuts have gone through some serious renovation, the 1980s were just so bad. Glam-rock did a number on so many scalps while lining the pockets of hairspray companies. Then…

Australian Men’s Shoe Size Conversion Guide

We’ve all been on vacation, gone out to the shopping district, and seen something we like the look of. A souvenir is easily obtainable; but when it comes to wearables, it all becomes a bit of an ordeal. Finding the right size can be an arduous affair especially when it comes to shoes. While some…

Best French Restaurants in Melbourne

When it comes to international cuisines it’s hard to beat the French. Bona fide experts when it comes to flavour profiles, time honoured cooking techniques and presentation, their culinaryofferings boast standards of taste and pleasure that few other gastronomic regions can beat. In Melbourne there are a number of excellent French restaurants, bistros and brasseries that serve up all the trusted favourites…

Deciphering the Confusing World of International Clothing Sizes for Aussie Men

It wasn’t so long ago that the only way you could buy your clothes was to go the shops. But in recent years, with the growth of internet shopping, there is a world of fashion available to Australian men. Thanks to websites like Bonobos, Mission Workshop, Everlane and SSense, men can now buy clothes from…

How to write the Perfect Tinder Bio for men

Dating can be a hard, especially if you are a guy of a certain age. After all where do you meet women if all your friends are taken, and thus rarely go out to the pub with you at weekends? Or if there are no single ladies at your work that you are attracted to? The answer for an increasing number…

15 Awkward Truth or Dare Questions you simply have to ask!

So you have had a lovely evening. There’s been food, plenty of alcohol, music and lots of laughs. And then someone utters though fateful words. ‘How about a game of Truth or Dare?’. Cue a mix of rampant cheers and awkward silence. The suggestion to play Truth or Dare is one that can illicit polar opposite reactions. For…

How to make your own record at home

So you fancy yourself as a bit of a singer. Maybe you screech ‘I’m Every Woman’ into your hair brush whilst you dance in front of your bedroom mirror. Or perhaps you belt out ‘It’s a Long Way To The Top If You Want To Rock N Roll’ whilst soaping yourself up in the shower.…

Escape from the world in Little John’s Cabin

Life can be very hectic in the big city. The cacophony of noise, the drudgery of the 9-till-5, the hustle and bustle of people going about their day; after a while it can all get a bit too much. It’s at these times you need an escape for mental clarity, and if you are in…

A Brief History of Sea-Monkeys

Not to be confused by the British new wave/sophisti-pop band, The Blow Monkeys, who had a string of hits in the 1980s, Sea Monkeys is the brand name of a popular children’s product that sold brine shrimp in the form of a novelty pet aquarium. The brainchild of one Harold von Braunhut, who launched the…

Can leeches be used to predict the weather

The weather has always been notoriously difficult to predict. Over the years there have been many notable incidences of weathermen incorrectly forecasting weather patterns. This includes the notorious occasion in the UK in 1987, when the BBC Weatherman Michael Fish dismissed speculation of an imminent hurricane, only for ‘The Great Storm’ to subsequently cause 18…

14 Regions that could have become Australian States

Australia officially became a Federation on the 1st January 1901 when the six separate colonies of Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia, and Western Australia – who were all previously self-governed under British rule – combined to form the Commonwealth of Australia. A decade later the Northern Territories was also included. Since becoming…

All You Need To Know About The Chiko Roll

The Italians have pizza. The Americans have burgers. The Mexicans have chilli con carne and the Indians, of course, have curry. While Australia doesn’t necessarily have a national dish as such, it could be argued that the Chiko Roll is the closest they come to it. Invented by Frank McEncroe, a boilermaker from Bendigo in…

The First Timers Guide To Making Homemade Salami

Salami is one of the world’s most popular meats. Whilst there are plenty of fantastic brands available to buy from your local supermarket or deli, there really is nothing quite like the taste of homemade salami. It is not the easiest thing in the world for the first timer to create from scratch. As a…

The 10 Weirdest Inventions of this Millennium

Since the turn of the millennium some inventions have revolutionised the way we live. Social media, The iPhone, Bitcoin and self-driving cars have all enriched the existence of people in a manner far beyond what they experienced before. These major success stories will go down in the annals of history as truly life-changing. But since…

The 10 longest hiking trails in the world

There is nothing better than a good old hike. Whether it be up mountains, through forests, past glistening lakes, or along coastal bluffs, the feeling of walking outdoors in the fresh, open air is hard to surpass. When it comes to walking trails not all of them are created equally. Indeed some stretch for huge distances, connecting coasts, linking countries…

The Top 50 Most Famous Movie Quotes of all time!

Its been 95 years since the very first ‘talkie’ film, The Jazz Singer hit the silver screen to worldwide surprise and acclaim.Thus representing the launch of an exciting new epoch in the history of cinema. Since then countless movies have inspired us with quotes or dialogue that really seemed to resonate. Whether its Humphrey Bogart saying ‘Here’s looking at you, kid’, or Viola Davisadvising that ‘You is kind. You is smart. You is…

7 Australian Movies You Simply Have to Watch

As a nation Australia is hooked on movies. Whether it be at the cinema, which 70% of the adult population visit at least once a year, on DVD, or via streaming services like Netflix, millions of Aussies regularly watch films in their spare time. Aside from watching movies, Australia has a soaring reputation on the world stage for making some…

14 Great tattoo ideas for the man who truly wants to express himself!

For many men tattoos are the ultimate form of expression and art. A great way to remember a loved one or occasion, show allegiance to a cause or simply display something you really likethe look of; tattoos should always strike that happy medium between personal meaning and visual appeal. While your body is a blank canvas which you can…

The Ultimate List of the Most Awesome Aftershaves and Colognes for Men

Every guy loves to smell good when they go out. But if your natural pheromones aren’t up to the task, then sometimes you need a little help. Nowadays there are plenty of men’s fragrances on the marketcompeting for the opportunity to enhance your body odour. From classic brands that have stood the test of time, to cool new scents that are…

It Takes All Types

A Brief History of Typewriters The idea of a typewriter dates back to 1714. However, it was not until 1808 that Pellegrino Turri, an Italian inventor, invented the first working typewriter. He built the typewriter to aid his friend Countess Carolina Fantoni da Fivizzano. Unfortunately, there are no records of the typewriter’s image, but there…

The History of Vans Shoes

Need great shoes for skateboarding? Vans shoes are the world’s No.1 for the activity. However, since their founding in 1966, their journey to become a top-rated brand has been anything but easy. You may not be aware of some interesting historical facts about the celebrated Vans Shoes. So, let’s take a quick look into 14…

83 Amazing Must-Know Facts About Australia (1)

Do you want to brush up on your Australian knowledge, or are you looking for exciting and fun facts on Australia as you prepare for an upcoming game night? Look no further! In this article, we’ve compiled a list of more than 80 facts on Australia that will show you how amazing (and considerably weird)…

50+ Quotes And Sayings About Australia To Inspire Your Travels

If you’re seeking a piece of Australiana inspiration quotes and saying, then you’re on the perfect post. This article has a line-up of 50+ quotes and sayings that gives a glimpse of travelling in Australia, living in OZ, the beautiful geography of Australia, the deadly Aussies animals, and the perception of celebrated individuals of the…

100+ Australian Slang Words & Phrases

Aussies are typically a laid-back lot, which is frequently reflected in the way they talk. They have a penchant for reducing 90 percent of the words they use to generate Australian Slang. Generally, the shortening of words is clear and straightforward to comprehend. To participate, simply delete the last few characters of a word and…

150 Aussie Trivia Questions and Their Answers

How much do you know about the Australian continent? This Big Australia Quiz will help you figure it out. General (Aussie) Understanding, Australian Music, Australian TV, an Australian Film Photo Round, Australian Cuisine, Australian Wildlife, Australian Film Stars, Australian Geographic, Aussie Terminology, and Notable Australians are among the ten parts that will expand your understanding…