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Car Replica of Stonehenge, Nebraska

Carhenge is a very odd structure located in the sand hills of western Nebraska. It is a beautifully done replica of Stonehenge, Americanized by using cars that have been spray-painted grey to give off the impression they are made of stone. It attracts 100,000 visitors each year. The original sculpture was created in June, 1987 as a memorial to Jim Reinders’ father who once lived on the farm where...

Celebrities and Their Chanel Handbags

Chanel handbags are chic and have classic look. Chanel bags always seem to be in style. Celebrities worn on the shoulder always the most elegant handbags that has ever been made. A handbag is that fascinating piece whose main purpose is to complete a woman’s outfit. It is accessory and necessity in the same time. Mischa Barton Loren Conrad Nicole Richie Kim Kardashian Kelly Brooke Victoria...

Explore the Alaska Winner Creek

Best hiking trips in alaska offers hiking area located along a very scenic gorge on Winner Creek. The Winner Creek Trail in the lush Rainforest of Girdwood is a wonderful hike and a memorable experience for everyone. The Winner Creek Trail is a bit of a suburban wildland hike, but there are plenty of rewards: a beautiful trail, temperate rain forest, and the narrow gorges of Winner and Glacier Creeks. credit:...

Kate Hudson looks lovely in Magazines

Kate Hudson was born April 19, 1979, in Los Angeles, California. She started her career in the independent film Desert Blue, but she had charmed her way into the hearts of fans with her role in Almost Famous. Some of her other films include You, Me and Dupree, Fools Gold, Bride Wars and the latest movie Something Borrowed. She is a favorite female that lead in romantic comedies for her outgoing comedic...

Teenage Pop Star Miley Cyrus

The 18-year old singer in knee-high boots, short shorts and wonder bra tops at Olympic Park’s Acer Arena show. Destiny Hope Cyrus, best known as Miley Cyrus, is an American actress, singer and songwriter. Miley is good friends with Mitchell Musso, Emily Osment, Vanessa Hudgens and Ashley Tisdale. Birthdate: November 23, 1992 Birthplace: Franklin, Tennessee Real Name: Destiny Hope Cyrus Nickname:...

The Largest Collection of Dinosaur Fossils in North America

The Royal Ontario Museum aka “The ROM” is an incredible museum that all visitors to Toronto must see. The Exibits are all fantastic and amazing! There is definitely something for everyone here. Permanent exhibit of dinosaurs including tyrannosaurus, parasaurolophus and triceratops. The museum is situated north of Queen’s Park and east of Philosopher’s Walk in the University...

Finnish Snow Castle with Ice Bar

SnowCastle is rebuilt every winter and it offers wonderful experiences for children and adults. It is magnificent example of the great skills of local architects and builders. Natural snow is too soft, for that reason architects make the snow out of the sea water by using snow pipes. Snows castle also offers snowrestaurant with ice tables and seats covered with reindeer fur, as well as ice sculptures....

The Most Colorful Holi Festival

Holi is also known as festival of Colours and one of the major festivals of India. The main day is celebrated by people throwing coloured powder and coloured water at each other. Holi is celebrated on the full moon day in the month of Phalgun which is the month of March as per the Gregorian calendar. Holi was originally a spring festival of fertility and harvest. Now it also marks some Hindu legends. credit:...

Why Does the Sky Looks Pink

Because the sun is low on the horizon and sunlight passes through more atmosphere at sunset and sunrise than during the day. More atmosphere means more molecules to scatter the violet and blue light away from your eyes. Reflected light has longer wavelengths, longer wavelengths of light shade red, thus you get the pink in the sky. credit: merfam credit: joka2000 credit: Mikael Miettinen credit: Care_SMC credit: Satoru...

Art Photography Inspired by Brad Pitt Movie

An impressive re-interpretation of the movie Fight Club by Polina Sergeeva. This is incredible. A great tribute to a great film and actor. I really like this style. Models – Phil, Chris and Mike Photography: polinasergeeva.com Everyone recognizes that unforgettable line spoken by Brad Pitt in Fight Club. “The first rule of Fight Club is: You don’t talk about Fight Club.“ credit:...

ArtScience Museum in Singapore Inspired by Lotus Flower

The ArtScience Museum with its unique design is reminiscent of the lotus flower. It was designed by the architect Moshe Safdie. The roof is shaped like a bowl with what appears to be a hole in the middle. Rain water is collected and channeled through the center core of the building like a waterfall. The museum features over 4,600m2 of gallery space. Admission (standard full price tickets): adult: $15.00 senior:...

Greenland Glacier Melting Faster

Arctic climate is now rapidly warming, so Greenland Ice Sheet shrinks faster. Greenland’s ice sheet, which is two-miles thick and covers an area about the size of Mexico, has lost mass at an accelerated rate over the last decade. Glaciers in west Greenland are melting 100 times faster at their end points beneath the ocean than they are at their surfaces, according to a NASA/university study. It is...

Extravagant Office Complex

The Office Complex was designed by J. Mayer H Architects. The design for the office building is the result of a limited competition by the investor Cogiton in 2006. The facade is mentioned as the answer to the unique context which is situated at the intersection between the Hamburg’s lively downtown and its urban landscape rich in water and mature trees. Here are some images of the an der alster...

Cool Fiberglass Furniture

Fibreglass is a composite material made of fine glass fibres woven into a cloth, then bonded together with a synthetic plastic. Fibreglass furniture is not only good to look at but is also highly functional. The advantage of using fibreglass furniture is its strength and lightness. Fiberglass is resistant to all weathers, the colours will not fade. credit: flyskyfrp

Lena Ma – Former Miss World Canada

Lena Ma is also a long-time participant in the charitable events in her community, and around the world. Graduated with a double degree from Queens University. She won the title of Miss World Canada. At Miss World Canada, Lena also won the Miss Talent award. Name: Lena Ma Nickname: Lena Profession: Student, Model, Singer Date of birth: July 7, 1987 Weight: 54.1 kg (119 pounds) Height: 1.79 m (5’10.5) Languages:...