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  @user-tk5zw6wh2y23 күн бұрын

  very funny 😂 driving motorcycle is so easy even 1 year old child can drive a bike 😂😂😂😂

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  @secretworld9923 күн бұрын

  Hahahaha

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  @SHEZIIGAMING-co3rw28 күн бұрын

  Jahaz ka lince h katni try li ga😂😂😂😂

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  @secretworld9928 күн бұрын

  Hahahahaha

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  @user-cd6yr3bw3lАй бұрын

  Good vedio

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  @sikhworld7414Ай бұрын

  bai je last ala ni samj aliya koi left se mod rha ta koi right

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  @secretworld9926 күн бұрын

  Last mei light lagi hy us ko follow kr rahy hain

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  @JoJo-wo9idАй бұрын

  @mudfossiluniversity

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  @JordyB-tq1yhАй бұрын

  Man im dead

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  @RajdeepDas-bx2ru2 ай бұрын

  Bcci not select t20 wc squad perfectly😢 because the place of Axar patel rinku will play better

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  @secretworld992 ай бұрын

  If MSD select the team then he definitely select rinku

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  @djmarsone52094 ай бұрын

  wow , 😃 Sugoi, 🌱 Amazing!! this cosplay is perfecto!! 👍 SUN WUKONG!!! i love this!!

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  @thenbwkmtkspktrminc.46134 ай бұрын

  ❤ genious 🍦

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  @secretworld994 ай бұрын

  Thanks

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  @secretworld995 ай бұрын

  For decades, Cynthia Plaster Caster tracked down legendary rock stars and made plaster molds of their penises. When it comes to groupies, there’s no doubt that rock bands have some of the craziest. Some collect autographs, some collect t-shirts, some even collect locks of hair and used tissues. And then, there’s Cynthia Albritton, known now as Cynthia Plaster Caster, who collects a somewhat different kind of keepsake: plaster molds of famous rock and roll penises. Since 1968, Cynthia has cast over 48 famous rock singers’, guitar players’, and managers’ penises. Cynthia’s decades-long project first started in Chicago while she was attending art school, when a teacher challenged the students to make a plaster cast of “something solid that could retain its shape.” Wanting to do something different than all of her peers, she turned to her love of rock music for inspiration. Since she was a child, Cynthia had been obsessed with rock music. Then, when she became a teenager, she became obsessed with the “gorgeous men who made the awesome music” she loved. So, she started going to shows and afterparties waiting for someone to notice her. However, she quickly found that there was a lot of competition at the afterparties. To her dismay, it turned out she wasn’t the only young woman trying to make her way back to a rock star’s hotel room. So, she decided to find something that would put her ahead of all the rest of those women. The night after she’d been given her assignment, she attended a Paul Revere and the Raiders concert. At the after-party, she marched right up to the lead singer and guitarist, and, as she put it, asked if she could “cast their solid somethings.” Though she never got to cast Paul Revere or any of the Raiders, she managed to make the impression she’d been hoping for. Word spread in the rock community about the groupie and her unusual art venture, and soon she had a taker. In 1968, Jimi Hendrix came to Chicago. After practicing her casting techniques - a simple process that involved dipping one’s “solid something” into a martini shaker filled with dental-mold gel - on two of her friends, she was finally ready. Much to her surprise, Hendrix agreed and became the first rock star to sit for Cynthia Plaster Caster. Even after all these years, Cynthia says Hendrix was her favorite musician to cast. According to her, Hendrix was the most laid back about the ordeal, whereas other musicians like Aynsley Dunbar of Journey were more difficult to deal with. Cynthia showing off her process on Jake Shillingford. After Hendrix got his cast, the trend took off, and Cynthia had men from all over the rock world begging for a cast of their own. Artists like Jello Biafra, Chris Connelly, Wayne Kramer, and Jon Langford all asked to model for Cynthia over the years. Then one day, Frank Zappa reached out to her. Though he had no interest in being cast himself, he saw the commercial value in the casts and invited Cynthia Plaster Caster to Los Angeles to set up an exhibition. Unfortunately, the grand exhibition Zappa had hoped for never happened. As it turned out, there was a decline in the number of rock musicians who wanted to go to the effort it took to immortalize their penises in plaster if they couldn’t keep the results. In the end, though Cynthia Plaster Caster was left with 48 plaster penises, she had gained a reputation as one of rock music’s most legendary groupies. In 2000, she was able to exhibit her masterpieces at a show in the SoHo neighborhood of New York City, and then again in 2017 at the famous MoMA PS1 in Queens. She also started selling reproductions of the plaster penises, using the original molds, as well as offering commissioned pieces for a small fee. In 2000, she began casting women’s breasts as well, though the number of female casts she’s made is much smaller than the males. The plaster molds, on display at MoMA PS1 in March of 2017. Currently, her work is not on display, but certain pieces are available for sale on her website.

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  @secretworld995 ай бұрын

  In 1922, a group of scientists went to the Toronto General Hospital where diabetic children were kept in wards, often 50 or more at a time. Most of them were comatose and dying from diabetic ketoacidosis. These children were essentially in their death beds, awaiting what was at that time, certain death. The scientists moved swiftly and proceeded to inject the children with a new purified extract of insulin. As they began to inject the last comatose child, the first one to be injected began to wake up. Then one by one, all the children awoke from their diabetic comas. A room that was full of death and gloom suddenly became a place of joy and hope. In the early 1920s, Frederick Banting and Charles Best discovered insulin under John Macleod at the University of Toronto. With the help of James Collip, insulin was purified, making it available to successfully treat diabetes. Both Banting and Macleod earned Nobel Prizes for their work in 1923. Banting was 32 when he received the Nobel Prize, and he chose to share half the prize money with Best, who was his assistant and just 24 years old at the time. Banting refused to put his name on the patent and instead sold it to the University of Toronto for $1. He thought it was unethical to profit from a discovery that would save millions of lives. "Insulin belongs to the world, not to me," he said.

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  @secretworld995 ай бұрын

  Context 🚨 A Czech Republic influencer and TV host Kamil Bartoshek delighted people after he dropped $1 million from a helicopter near the town of Lysa nad Labem. Mr Bartoszek, better known by his pseudonym Kazma, had initially set out to gift a huge sum of money to just one winner under a contest. Participants were required to crack a code embedded in Kazma's movie 'Onemanshow: The Movie' to locate the money. However, no one was able to solve the riddle. The influencer then came up with an alternate plan and decided to divide the money among all the contestants who had signed up. He sent them an email at six in the morning on Sunday with encrypted information about where he would drop the money. Keeping his promise, he arrived at the designated spot and at the specified time with a helicopter. Kazma shared the video on his official Instagram account and captioned it as, ''The first real MONEY RAIN in the world! $1.000.000 dropped from a helicopter in the Czech Republic and no one has died or got injured. ''

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  @secretworld995 ай бұрын

  Photographed during low tide at 'Hidden Beach' in Monterey by Mike Shaw, California, this vibrant sea anemone was captured using a Canon 40D and a Tokina 10-17mm Fisheye Lens. Sea anemones are fascinating creatures that belong to the phylum Cnidaria, which also includes jellyfish and coral. They are named after the anemone flower due to their colorful and delicate appearance. Sea anemones are found in oceans all around the world, from shallow waters to depths of over 10,000 feet. They have a cylindrical body with a central mouth surrounded by tentacles that are used for capturing prey. These tentacles contain stinging cells called nematocysts, which are used to paralyze and capture small fish and other organisms. Sea anemones are also known for their symbiotic relationships with certain fish species, such as clownfish, which live among the tentacles and are protected from predators. There are over 1,000 species of sea anemones, each with unique characteristics. Some species have a solitary lifestyle, while others form colonies. Some species are adapted to living in intertidal zones, while others can survive in deep-sea environments.

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  @secretworld996 ай бұрын

  In 1908, Harry Houdini introduced the "Milk Can Escape," a stunt that quickly became one of his signature acts. In this perilous performance, Houdini would be handcuffed and then sealed inside an oversized, water-filled milk can. The can was then locked inside a wooden chest, which was also filled with water, and padlocked. To raise the stakes, Houdini often invited audience members to hold their breath along with him, emphasizing just how long he'd have to hold his own breath to escape. He typically invited local craftsmen to construct the can and chest, adding an element of authenticity and reducing skepticism about potential trickery. Houdini would usually escape within a few minutes, although to the audience it felt like an eternity. While the mechanics of the escape were kept a secret, the act itself became a symbol of Houdini's ability to defy seemingly impossible circumstances. Like many of his acts, the Milk Can Escape captivated audiences and contributed to Houdini's lasting legacy as one of the greatest escape artists in history.

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  @secretworld996 ай бұрын

  In 1908, the legendary magician and escape artist, Harry Houdini, performed a daring feat at the Harvard Bridge, also known as the Mass. Ave. Bridge. Chained and handcuffed by a Boston patrolman, Houdini stood on the edge of the bridge with his hands bound behind his back and his neck collared. An impressive crowd of 20,000 people gathered to witness the event. Houdini's intention was to promote an upcoming performance in Boston by showcasing his talent for escaping from restraints. This time, however, he aimed to take it a step further by doing so underwater. As the signal was given from a towboat, Houdini plunged into the chilly waters below. The crowd waited in anticipation for 40 long seconds before Houdini triumphantly emerged, shackles now in his hands. The Boston Globe reported on this remarkable feat, solidifying Houdini's reputation as the master of the "Impossible Possible."

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  @secretworld996 ай бұрын

  The Jimmy Carter Peanut Statue is a monument located in Plains, Georgia. Built in 1976, the roadside attraction depicts a large peanut with a toothy grin, and was built to support Jimmy Carter during the 1976 United States presidential election. The statue was commissioned by the Indiana Democratic Party during the 1976 United States presidential election as a form of support for Democratic candidate Jimmy Carter's campaign through Indiana. The statue, a 13-foot peanut, references Carter's previous career as a peanut farmer. According to The New York Times, the statue is made of "wooden hoops, chicken wire, aluminum foil, and polyurethane". The peanut features a grin, modeled after Carter's, which he was known for during the campaign. At one time, the statue featured a large hole on its rear side, which, according to urban legend, was cut by the United States Secret Service to ensure there were no explosives or assassins in the statue. Every few years, the statue is re-painted in the shade of "peanut" by Michael Dominik. Jimmy Carter has stated that he dislikes the peanut's smile. Jill Stuckey, the superintendent of the Jimmy Carter National Historical Park, claims that Carter “hates” the statue, which ironically stands on the route between his house and the church he attends weekly. Despite Carter’s feelings towards the statue, it has become an iconic town symbol and roadside attraction. In 2010, Time listed it as one of the Top 50 American Roadside Attractions.

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  @secretworld996 ай бұрын

  In 1913, the US Post Office's Parcel Post began offering its services to deliver mail too heavy for normal letter post. Americans were now able to send packages that weighed up to eleven pounds. Within the first few weeks, a handful of parents had tried to send their children via post. The Times reported a small boy who was shipped by his grandmother from Stratford, Oklahoma, to an aunt living in Wellington, Kansas. The Times wrote, "Mrs. E. H. Staley of this city received her two-year-old nephew by parcel post today from his grandmother in Stratford, Okla., where he had been left for a visit three weeks ago. The boy wore a tag about his neck showing it had cost 18 cents to send him through the mails. He was transported 25 miles by rural route before reaching the railroad. He rode with the mail clerks, shared his lunch with them, and arrived here in good condition." "Vernon O. Lytle, mail carrier on rural route No. 5, is the first man to accept and deliver under parcel post conditions a live baby. The baby, a boy weighing 10-3/4 pounds, just within the 11-pound weight limit, is the child of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Beagle of Glen Este. The boy was well wrapped and ready for "mailing" when the carrier received him today. Mr. Lytle delivered the boy safely at the address on the card attached, that of the boy's grandmother, Mrs. Louis Beagle, who lives about a mile distant. The postage was fifteen cents, and the parcel was insured for $50."

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  @secretworld996 ай бұрын

  The Elephant's Foot is a large mass of highly radioactive material formed during the Chernobyl disaster in 1986. It is a mixture of nuclear fuel, concrete, sand, and core shielding that melted and flowed together after the explosion at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant. The name comes from its wrinkled appearance, which is evocative of an elephant's foot. The Elephant's Foot was discovered in December 1986, several months after the initial disaster. Due to its extreme radioactivity, it was difficult to study and photograph. The most famous image of the Elephant's Foot was taken in 1996 by Artur Korneyev, a radiation specialist who was part of the team tasked with locating the rogue fuel and measuring radiation levels in the aftermath of the disaster. Over time, the Elephant's Foot decomposed and its radiation levels decreased. However, it still poses a threat due to the risk of further radioactive contamination. The Elephant's Foot is a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of nuclear accidents and the importance of proper safety measures in the nuclear industry.

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  @secretworld996 ай бұрын

  In 1943, Paul Newman enlisted in the Navy, joining the V-12 program to become a pilot. But when he was discovered to be colorblind, he was sent to basic training where he became a rear-seat radioman and gunner for torpedo bombers. In May 1945, his unit was assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Bunker Hill. But the pilot developed an earache and another crew was sent in their place. A few days later kamikaze planes attacked Bunker Hill, killing almost 400 onboard. "When you miss something like that because your pilot happened to have an earache..wow!" Paul recalled. "You can't say God is looking after you because He gave your pilot an earache but put the 15 other guys in coffins!"

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  @secretworld996 ай бұрын

  Today pakistan is being ruled by caretaker governments at both the federal level and provincial level. These administrations are constitutionally illegal because elections were not held within 90 days of parliamentary assemblies being dissolved. The public is hearing that elections will supposedly be held on February 8th. But having been denied the same in two provinces, Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, over the past year-despite a Supreme Court order last March that those votes should be held within three months-they are right to be sceptical about whether the national vote will take place. The country’s election commission has been tainted by its bizarre actions. Not only has it defied the top court but it has also rejected my Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (pti) party’s nominations for first-choice candidates, hindered the party’s internal elections and launched contempt cases against me and other pti leaders for simply criticising the commission. Whether elections happen or not, the manner in which I and my party have been targeted since a farcical vote of no confidence in April 2022 has made one thing clear: the establishment-the army, security agencies and the civil bureaucracy-is not prepared to provide any playing field at all, let alone a level one, for pti. It was, after all, the establishment that engineered our removal from government under pressure from America, which was becoming agitated with my push for an independent foreign policy and my refusal to provide bases for its armed forces. I was categorical that we would be a friend to all but would not be anyone’s proxy for wars. I did not come to this view lightly. It was shaped by the huge losses Pakistan had incurred collaborating with America’s “war on terror”, not least the 80,000 Pakistani lives lost. In March 2022 an official from America’s State Department met Pakistan’s then ambassador in Washington, dc. After that meeting the ambassador sent a cipher message to my government. I later saw the message, via the then foreign minister, Shah Mahmood Qureshi, and it was subsequently read out in cabinet. In view of what the cipher message said, I believe that the American official’s message was to the effect of: pull the plug on Imran Khan’s prime ministership through a vote of no confidence, or else. Within weeks our government was toppled and I discovered that Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, General Qamar Javed Bajwa, had, through the security agencies, been working on our allies and parliamentary backbenchers for several months to move against us. People flocked onto the streets to protest against this regime change, and in the next few months pti won 28 out of 37 by-elections and held massive rallies across the country, sending a clear message as to where the public stood. These rallies attracted a level of female participation that we believe was unprecedented in Pakistan’s history. This unnerved the powers that had engineered our government’s removal. To add to their panic, the administration that replaced us destroyed the economy, bringing about unprecedented inflation and a currency devaluation within 18 months. The contrast was clear for everyone to see: the pti government had not only saved Pakistan from bankruptcy but also won international praise for its handling of the covid-19 pandemic. In addition, despite a spike in commodity prices, we steered the economy to real gdp growth of 5.8% in 2021 and 6.1% in 2022. Unfortunately, the establishment had decided I could not be allowed to return to power, so all means of removing me from the political landscape were used. There were two assassination attempts on my life. My party’s leaders, workers and social-media activists, along with supportive journalists, were abducted, incarcerated, tortured and pressured to leave pti. Many of them remain locked up, with new charges being thrown at them every time the courts give them bail or set them free. Worse, the current government has gone out of its way to terrorise and intimidate pti’s female leaders and workers in an effort to discourage women from participating in politics. I face almost 200 legal cases and have been denied a normal trial in an open court. A false-flag operation on May 9th 2023-involving, among other things, arson at military installations falsely blamed on pti-led to several thousand arrests, abductions and criminal charges within 48 hours. The speed showed it was pre-planned. This was followed by many of our leaders being tortured or their families threatened into giving press conferences and engineered television interviews to state that they were leaving the party. Some were compelled to join other, newly created political parties. Others were made to give false testimony against me under duress. Despite all this, pti remains popular, with 66% support in a Pattan-Coalition 38 poll held in December; my personal approval rating is even higher. Now the election commission, desperate to deny the party the right to contest elections, is indulging in all manner of unlawful tricks. The courts seem to be losing credibility daily. Meanwhile, a former prime minister with a conviction for corruption, Nawaz Sharif, has returned from Britain, where he was living as an absconder from Pakistani justice. In November a Pakistani court overturned the conviction. It is my belief that Mr Sharif has struck a deal with the establishment whereby it will support his acquittal and throw its weight behind him in the upcoming elections. But so far the public has been unrelenting in its support for pti and its rejection of the “selected”. It is under these circumstances that elections may be held on February 8th. All parties are being allowed to campaign freely except for pti. I remain incarcerated, in solitary confinement, on absurd charges that include treason. Those few of our party’s leaders who remain free and not underground are not allowed to hold even local worker conventions. Where pti workers manage to gather together they face brutal police action. In this scenario, even if elections were held they would be a disaster and a farce, since pti is being denied its basic right to campaign. Such a joke of an election would only lead to further political instability. This, in turn, would further aggravate an already volatile economy. The only viable way forward for Pakistan is fair and free elections, which would bring back political stability and rule of law, as well as ushering in desperately needed reforms by a democratic government with a popular mandate. There is no other way for Pakistan to disentangle itself from the crises confronting it. Unfortunately, with democracy under siege, we are heading in the opposite direction on all these fronts. Imran Khan is the founder and former chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf and was prime minister of Pakistan from 2018 to 2022. Editor’s note: Pakistan’s government and America’s State Department deny Mr Khan’s allegations of American interference in Pakistani politics. The government is prosecuting him under the Official Secrets Act

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  @secretworld996 ай бұрын

  In ancient Athens, citizens could vote each year to banish any person who they thought was becoming too powerful and therefore, becoming a threat to democracy. The "winner" was then exiled from Athens for 10 years. This process was called Ostracism. An Athenian by the name of Aristides, nicknamed "the Just," was exiled from Athens in 482 BC via this process. Aristides was an Athenian statesman who was remembered for his military command during the Persian Wars. The ancient Greek historian, Herodotus wrote that Aristides was "the best and most honorable man in Athens." During the voting process, an illiterate citizen, came up to Aristides (not recognizing him) and asked the statesman to write the name Aristides on his ostracon, a broken off piece of pottery on which votes were submitted. Aristides asked the citizen if he had been wronged by him, to which the citizen replied, "No, and I do not even know him, but it irritates me to hear him everywhere called 'the Just.'' Aristides then proceeded to write his own name on the ostracon. While this incident was anecdotal, the real reason for Aristides ostracism stemmed from his rivalry with Themistocles, who was considered the "man of the people" and enjoyed enormous popularity among the poor citizens of Athens as he himself came from humble beginnings. The Greek philosopher Plutarch suggests that their rivalry actually began when they were both youths who were hoping to win the affection of the same boy, Stesilaus from Ceos. In 483 BC, massive amounts of silver were discovered in the Athenian mines. Themistocles proposed that the silver be used to expand Athenian naval power and finally defeat the Aeginetans (who they were currently at war with at the time). Aristides proposed that the silver be distributed amongst the citizens of Athens. The ostracism of 482 BC was based on whether you agreed with the policies of Themistocles or that of Aristides. With Aristides out of the picture, Themistocles continued to consolidate his power for another decade, however, he became arrogant and began to make enemies. Aristides lived to witness the ostracism of Themistocles, which took place in either 472 or 471 ВС.

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  @secretworld996 ай бұрын

  Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin invented the rigid airship, commonly known as the Zeppelin, in 1900, Unlike hot air balloons or other non-rigid airships, Zeppelins had a framework of metal girders that protected a gas-filled interior, providing both shape and structure. During World War I, they were deployed for bombing raids. Although the use of Zeppelins declined after a series of high-profile disasters, such as the Hindenburg in 1937, their innovation paved the way for advancements in aeronautical engineering.

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  @secretworld996 ай бұрын

  An abandoned beach house on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, known as "Serendipity," has been reclaimed by the sea after a devastating storm in 2009. Featured in the movie "Nights in Rodanthe," the house became isolated following the storm. Local residents referred to it as "Serendipity" and kept a close watch on it during subsequent storms. Built in the 1980s, the house originally had 400 feet of beachfront. However, rising water levels consistently eroded the shoreline, threatening the structure. The owners tried to sell the property for years without success. In a recent turn of events, a couple decided to buy the house and relocate it to a safer location. This act of preservation has given new hope to the once-abandoned beach house, allowing it to escape the fate of being swallowed by the sea.

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  @secretworld996 ай бұрын

  The largest intact Roman mosaic floor discovered in Turkey, dating back to the sixth century, is a remarkable find. The mosaic, found in Antakya, covers an impressive 1200 square meters and features unique geometric shapes and non-repeating figures, likely designed for a public space. The mosaic has a rippling effect caused by earthquakes in 526 and 528 AD, but it does not create the impression of a giant blanket. Despite the earthquakes, the mosaic remains intact and unbroken, a testament to its resilience and the skill of its creators.

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  @gordoakley34476 ай бұрын

  Hopefully history doesn't repeat itself

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  @secretworld996 ай бұрын

  May be

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  @secretworld996 ай бұрын

  One of the most renowned British legends is the tale of King Arthur and the sword in the stone. As the story goes, only the true king of England could extract the sword from the stone. Interestingly, a lesser-known but similar story can be found in Tuscany, Italy, and some even speculate that it may have inspired the British legend. This is the tale of the sword in the stone of San Galgano. San Galgano is notable for being the first saint to undergo a formal canonization process by the Church. Consequently, much of San Galgano's life is documented through the records of this canonization process, which took place in 1185, not long after his death.

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  @secretworld996 ай бұрын

  In 1980, the Harvey's Resort and Casino in Nevada faced a bizarre bombing incident. On a busy Labor Day weekend, a massive and intricate bomb was discovered on the second floor of the hotel, accompanied by a ransom note demanding $3 million. The authorities and the FBI were notified, and they decided to evacuate the full hotel. The note explained that the bomb contained 1,000 pounds of TNT and provided instructions for delivering the ransom money to intermediaries in exchange for further instructions. The authorities were given a 24-hour deadline. The FBI determined that the bomb could not be safely moved or disarmed, so they decided to detonate it on site, resulting in the destruction of the hotel as seen in the provided picture. The culprit behind this incident was John Birges, a Hungarian immigrant who had built a successful landscape business in California but later faced gambling debts and a failed restaurant business. He eventually planned the bombing as a way to resolve his financial troubles. Birges was identified as the suspect when his son's girlfriend informed the FBI about the plan.

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  @secretworld996 ай бұрын

  An Ojibwe Native American spearfishing, Minnesota, 1908 (colorized). The Ojibwe, an indigenous group in North America, led a relatively settled lifestyle and relied on hunting and fishing for sustenance. Research has revealed a captivating perspective on their beliefs concerning the afterlife. The Ojibwe strongly believed in the power of spirits and held that upon death, a person's soul embarked on a westward journey lasting four days, eventually reaching its final dwelling place. Upon the passing of a family member, a fire was lit in the home, tended by relatives who kept it burning continuously for four days. During this time, food and tobacco were offered to the spirit. Birch bark matches were placed inside the casket to assist the spirit in creating fires during its journey. On the fifth night, a feast was held, and food was offered to the deceased's spirit for the last time. The final destination for these spirits was known as "the land of everlasting happiness."

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  @secretworld996 ай бұрын

  CT scan of 1,000-year-old Buddha statue reveals the remains of a mummified monk. The discovery was made when the statue was sent in for repairs. The body inside the statue is thought to be that of Buddhist master Liuquan, a prominent member of the Chinese Meditation School who died around 1,100 A.D. Historians have theorized that Liuquan's body ended up inside the statue through a process known as self-mummification, in which monks hoped to transform themselves into "living Buddhas." The process took decades and required monks to follow a special diet that gradually starved their bodies in order to enhance their chances of preservation. These monks abstained from eating any food made from rice, wheat, and soybeans. Instead, they would eat nuts, berries, tree bark, and pine needles in diminishing quantities in order to reduce their body fat and moisture. They also consumed herbs, cycad nuts, and sesame seeds to inhibit bacterial growth. After years of adhering to the strict diet, the monk would then be buried alive in an underground chamber while in the lotus position. They would breathe through a bamboo stick and chant Buddhist scripture in complete darkness. Every day, he would ring a bell from inside his chamber to signal to his underlings that he was still alive. When the bell stopped ringing, the bamboo air tube would be removed, and the tomb would be sealed. The scan reveals that the monk's organs had been removed and replaced with scraps of paper with ancient Chinese characters. Exactly how the organs were removed remains a mystery.

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  @secretworld996 ай бұрын

  Le Fort Central is a historic military stronghold situated at an elevation of 1,920 meters in the French-Italian border south of the Alps. Initially built as an Italian defense installation to protect the Tende Pass, this fortress holds a significant position in the region's military history. Its strategic location, combined with its altitude, provided commanding views of the surrounding terrain and made it a formidable barrier during its active military service. Constructed during a time of geopolitical tensions, the fort's design and architecture showcased the military ingenuity of its era. The site has since transitioned from a military stronghold to a historical landmark, reflecting the evolution of the region's dynamics. Visitors can now explore the rich history of Le Fort Central, immersing themselves in the remnants of a bygone era. The fort, once a symbol of strength and guardian of vital passages, now serves as a bridge between the past and present. Its location, high in the mountains, captivates history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

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  The year was 1933 and Amelia Earhart was invited to a White House event. Midway through dinner, Earhart and Eleanor Roosevelt sneaked out of the White House to go for a joyride on a plane. Earhart commandeered an Eastern Air Transport twin-engine Curtis Condor at Hoover Field in Arlington, Virginia and took off with the first lady. Eleanor Roosevelt-who had recently obtained her student pilot's license-briefly took over the controls while they were up in the air. She later told The Baltimore Sun: "I'd love to do it myself. I make no bones about it. It does mark an epoch, doesn't it, when a girl in an evening dress and slippers can pilot a plane at night." Earhart insisted on an open marriage with her husband, George Putnam. Before their marriage, Earhart wrote a letter to him, providing some of her thoughts. "On our life together I want you to understand I shall not hold you to any medieval code of faithfulness to me nor shall I consider myself bound to you similarly." It turned out that Putnam had fairly progressive views of his own and made it clear that he was not "letting" his wife fly, but rather encouraging it. A year into their marriage, Putnam wrote, "Women who earn their salt are entitled to have what they want to put the salt on!"

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  @secretworld996 ай бұрын

  The time when people had to trade their berets for snorkels and the Eiffel Tower was renamed the Eiffel Fountain. Just kidding, but it was a significant event in the city's history. In 1924, Paris experienced a major flood when the Seine River overflowed its banks, reaching a peak of 5.75 meters above its normal level. The flood caused significant damage to the city and its infrastructure. The flood disrupted daily life in Paris, with many people forced to evacuate their homes and businesses. The city's transportation system was also severely affected, with the Metro and other public transport systems shut down due to flooding. Despite the challenges posed by the flood, the people of Paris showed their resilience and determination in the face of adversity. They worked together to help those affected by the flood and to repair the damage to the city.

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  Joseph Ducreux (1735-1792) was a renowned French painter celebrated for his unconventional self-portraits. In 1769, he created a portrait of Marie Antoinette, which was sent to Louis XVI of France to give him a glimpse of his future bride before their meeting. During the onset of the French Revolution in 1789, Ducreux fled to London, where he painted the final portrait of Louis XVI before the king was executed by guillotine in 1793 at the age of 38. After Louis XVI's death, Ducreux returned to Paris and resumed his artistic career. His residence became a hub for numerous artists and musicians of the time, who frequently commissioned him to paint their portraits. Due to Ducreux's tendency not to sign his works, many of his creations have been attributed to other artists.

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  In 1867, the United States made a bold move by purchasing the vast territory of Alaska from Russia for $7.2 million, which equated to about 2 cents per acre. This historic deal, known as the Alaska Purchase or Seward's Folly, was spearheaded by U.S. Secretary of State William Seward. Despite the initial skepticism and ridicule, the Alaska Purchase would prove to be a wise investment, as the state's vast natural resources, including oil, gold, and more, would make it worth well over $500 billion today. The mid-19th century was a time of significant territorial expansion for the United States. The country had recently acquired vast amounts of land through the Louisiana Purchase in 1803 and the Mexican-American War in 1848. In 1867, the U.S. government saw an opportunity to further expand its territory when Russia expressed interest in selling its Alaskan territory. The negotiations for the Alaska Purchase were led by U.S. Secretary of State William Seward. Seward was a strong proponent of American expansion and believed that acquiring Alaska would strengthen the U.S. position in the Pacific region. Despite facing considerable opposition and criticism from the public, who thought the deal was a waste of money and resources, Seward managed to secure the purchase of Alaska for $7.2 million. The Alaska Purchase was initially met with widespread skepticism and ridicule. Many people, including some members of Congress, believed that the U.S. had made a foolish investment in a barren, frozen wasteland. The deal was derisively referred to as "Seward's Folly" or "Seward's Icebox." However, as time passed, the true value of the Alaska Purchase began to emerge. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, gold and other valuable resources were discovered in Alaska, leading to a gold rush and increased economic activity in the region. In the 20th century, the discovery of oil in Alaska further solidified the territory's value. Today, the state of Alaska is recognized as a significant contributor to the U.S. economy, with its vast natural resources playing a major role in its success. The oil industry in Alaska, centered around the Prudhoe Bay oil field and the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System, generates substantial revenue for the state and the country. In addition to oil, Alaska's abundant natural resources include gold, timber, and fish, which contribute to the state's economy and overall worth. The Alaska Purchase of 1867, once considered a foolish and wasteful investment, has proven to be a valuable addition to the United States. Despite the initial skepticism and ridicule, the foresight of Secretary of State William Seward has led to the acquisition of a territory rich in natural resources, including oil, gold, and more. Today, Alaska's estimated worth of over $500 billion.

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  After the surrender of the Cheyenne band he led in 1877 at the Battle of Little Big Horn, Two Moons chose to enlist as an Indian Scout for the same General, Nelson A. Miles, to whom he had recently surrendered. Due to his pleasant demeanor, friendliness towards white citizens, and ability to work well with the military, General Miles appointed Two Moons as head Chief of the Cheyenne Northern Reservation. In this role, Two Moons played a crucial part in facilitating the surrender of Chief Little Cow's Cheyenne band at Fort Keogh. Two Moons traveled to Washington, D.C., multiple times to discuss and advocate for the future of the Northern Cheyenne people and to improve the conditions on the reservation. In 1914, he met with President Woodrow Wilson to discuss these matters. As a testament to his influence, Two Moons was one of the models selected for James Fraser's famous Buffalo Nickel. He passed away in 1917 at his home in Montana at the age of 70. His grave remains along U.S. Route 212, west of Busby, Montana.

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  On October 29, 1929, a significant event known as Black Tuesday occurred on Wall Street, where a staggering 16 million shares were traded on the New York Stock Exchange in a single day. This resulted in billions of dollars in losses, leaving numerous investors devastated. Following Black Tuesday, both the United States and the industrialized world experienced a severe economic downturn, known as the Great Depression (1929-1939), which was the most profound and prolonged economic crisis in the history of the Western industrialized world at that time. The decline in stock prices started in September and early October 1929, and on October 18, the fall began. A sense of panic ensued, leading to a record-breaking 12,894,650 shares being traded on October 24, which was Black Thursday. In an attempt to stabilize the market, investment companies and major bankers purchased substantial blocks of stock, which resulted in a moderate rally on Friday. However, on the following Monday, the market collapsed again, and on Black Tuesday (October 29, 1929), stock prices plummeted, and an unprecedented 16,410,030 shares were traded on the New York Stock Exchange in one day. The aftermath of Black Tuesday left billions of dollars lost and wiped out thousands of investors, while the stock tickers struggled to keep up with the immense volume of trading, falling hours behind due to the overwhelming magnitude of transactions.

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  Eagles live 70 years, but at 40 they have to make a difficult decision, their talons become so long and flexible that they cannot hold the prey they feed on. The long and sharp beak curves too far on the chest and no longer it is useful Their wings are old and heavy, according to the large size of their feathers, and then flight becomes very difficult for them. It has two alternatives: abandon itself and die, or face a painful process of renewal, which consists of flying to a nest in the mountains near a wall, because it is safe. The eagle starts hitting the wall with its beak with great force until it is pulled. Then it will wait for a new beak to grow, with which it will detach its old nails one by one. When the new claws begin to hatch, it will begin to pull out its worn feathers. And after all those long and painful five months of wounds, scars and growth, he manages to make his famous flight of renewal, rebirth and celebration to live another thirty years ... In our lives, in order to continue a victory streak, we often need to take shelter for a while and begin a process of renewal. We must let go of habits, traditions and memories whose weight prevents us from moving forward. Only free from the past can we take advantage of the valuable result that a renewal always brings us. Renewal within involves putting order in the mental world, removing memories of frustrating or painful events to remain only with the experience of what we have learned. To put ourselves in order, to renew and escape, we must know ourselves, know who we are, what our potentialities are and where we want to go. No need to adapt to the problem; there is a possibility to get rid of it. But the road is a bit difficult, the road is a challenge. It's your choice. Let's follow the path of the eagles. Always up, always forward.

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  In rural Virginia, a collection of 40 abandoned presidential heads can be found, each weighing 20,000 pounds and gradually deteriorating among the weeds. Originally created as the main attraction for the now-defunct Presidents Park, a 10-acre museum that operated from 2004 to 2010, the heads were relocated to a private farm owned by Howard Hankins, who paid $50,000 to have them moved. Hankins has expressed intentions to restore the heads and create a replica of the White House, complete with tours, a ballroom, and various events. The final image in the provided series showcases the original park.

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  John Lloyd Wright, the son of renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright, invented Lincoln Logs in 1916. The idea for the toy came from John's experience working with his father on the construction of the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo. Frank Lloyd Wright implemented a revolutionary technique called 'floating cantilever construction' in the hotel's design, which inspired John to create a toy that could replicate the building process. John Lloyd Wright was an architect in his own right, and he worked with his father on several projects. However, the two had a falling out over John's salary, which led to John being fired. This event may have fueled John's desire to prove himself and create something unique, leading to the invention of Lincoln Logs. Lincoln Logs became a popular toy, and John's design was a success. The toy's name was a nod to the famous log cabin of President Abraham Lincoln, and it allowed children to create their own log cabins and other structures. The toy's success helped John establish himself as an independent designer and toy maker, separate from his father's legacy.

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  Jack Black's mother, Judith Love Cohen, had a remarkable career as an engineer at NASA. She played a significant role in the development of the Abort-Guidance System, which was instrumental in rescuing the Apollo 13 astronauts during their ill-fated mission in 1970. Judith's work at NASA was not limited to the Apollo program; she also contributed to the Hubble Space Telescope and other projects. Her dedication to her work was so strong that she even took a printout of a problem she was working on to the hospital on the day Jack Black was born.

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  Jack Black's mother, Judith Love Cohen, had a remarkable career as an engineer at NASA. She played a significant role in the development of the Abort-Guidance System, which was instrumental in rescuing the Apollo 13 astronauts during their ill-fated mission in 1970. Judith's work at NASA was not limited to the Apollo program; she also contributed to the Hubble Space Telescope and other projects. Her dedication to her work was so strong that she even took a printout of a problem she was working on to the hospital on the day Jack Black was born.

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  The Buran program, initiated by the Soviet Union as a response to the U.S. Space Shuttle, resulted in the development of space shuttles that closely resembled their American counterparts. However, after just one successful flight in November 1988, the program was suspended and eventually canceled in 1993 following the collapse of the Soviet Union. For over 30 years, these space shuttles have been left to rust in the steppes of Kazakhstan, 1,500 miles east of Moscow. The site is not open to the public, but a few brave explorers have managed to sneak in and document the abandoned shuttles. French photographer David de Rueda, who visited the site multiple times between 2015 and 2017, described the experience as an "epic adventure" and the location as "unreal." Despite the historical significance of these space shuttles, the cost of moving them to a museum has made it difficult to preserve them. As a result, they continue to lie abandoned, a testament to a bygone era of space exploration.

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  The Red Telephone Box Cemetery in Carlton Miniott, a small village in North Yorkshire, England, is a unique and nostalgic location that showcases the history of public telephone boxes in the United Kingdom. Designed by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, these iconic red telephone boxes once lined the streets of the UK, Bermuda, and Malta. However, as technology advanced and mobile phones became more widespread, these public telephone boxes became obsolete and were eventually removed from the city streets. In the 1980s, the British Telecom company began removing these phone boxes from urban areas and relocating them to rural storage areas. One such storage area is located in Carlton Miniott, where hundreds of decommissioned phone boxes are found in various stages of decay. The site is part of an Imperial Service Station, which once served as a maintenance facility for British Telecom. The red telephone boxes, also known as K6 kiosks, were designed in 1935 to commemorate the silver jubilee of King George V. The K6 design was a streamlined, bright red box with a domed roof and a crown motif on the top. These telephone boxes were not only functional but also became a symbol of British culture and design. Despite their decline in use, the red telephone boxes are still cherished by many as a nostalgic reminder of a bygone era. Many have been repurposed for various uses, such as shower stalls, mini libraries, and art installations. The Red Telephone Box Cemetery in Carlton Miniott serves as a reminder of the once-ubiquitous presence of these iconic structures and their place in British history.

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  Buckminster Fuller's Dymaxion was a fascinating and innovative concept car that made a significant appearance at the 1933 World's Fair in Chicago. The aerodynamic design of the Dymaxion allowed for impressive fuel efficiency and speed, achieving up to 30 miles per gallon and reaching a top speed of 90 miles per hour. This three-wheeled marvel was capable of transporting up to 11 passengers, which was quite an achievement for a vehicle during the Great Depression. Despite its promising features, the Dymaxion faced challenges after a tragic accident at the World's Fair. A Dymaxion car rolled over, resulting in the death of the driver and injuries to three passengers. An investigation cleared the Dymaxion of any responsibility for the accident, but the incident cast a shadow over the car's future. Unfortunately, the Dymaxion never made it past the concept stage, with only three original versions ever built. The car faded into obscurity after the accident, leaving behind a legacy of innovation and what could have been a revolutionary contribution to the automotive industry.

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  The original interior of Grauman's Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood, California, was a stunning example of the Egyptian Revival style popular during the 1920s. The theater, which opened in 1922, was designed by architects Meyer & Holler and was one of the first of its kind in the United States. The interior featured hieroglyphics, statues, and other ornate decorations inspired by ancient Egypt. In 1998, the theater underwent a significant renovation that unfortunately gutted much of the original interior. However, in 2023, a partial restoration was completed, bringing back some of the theater's original glory. The restoration focused on preserving the historic elements of the theater while updating it for modern use. As a result of the restoration, visitors to Grauman's Egyptian Theatre can now experience a taste of the theater's original grandeur. The interior features a mix of restored and recreated elements that pay homage to the theater's rich history while providing a comfortable and enjoyable experience for modern audiences.

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  Known as the woman who lived once but was buried twice, Margorie McCall resided in the Irish town of Lurgan, County Armagh in the 17th century. McCall apparently suffered a fever in 1695 and was soon pronounced deceased. On the day of her burial, her body was dressed up and interred at Shankill Graveyard. One night, her coffin was visited by grave robbers who dug her up to steal her valuable jewelry. While doing so, McCall suddenly awoke, scaring off her would-be robbers. She made her way out of the grave and walked back home where, upon seeing her, her husband collapsed out of shock. McCall reportedly lived to have another child before passing on later in life.

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  On April 1, 2001, Hooters held a beer sales contest for its employees, offering a Toyota as the grand prize. One employee, Jodee Berry, excelled in sales and won the contest. However, instead of receiving a car, she was given a toy Yoda with a note claiming the contest was an April Fools' joke. Berry sued Gulf Coast Wings, Inc., Hooters' corporate owner, for breach of contract and fraudulent misrepresentation. In 2002, Berry and the company reached a settlement, with Berry receiving an undisclosed amount of money. Her attorney, David Noll, stated that the settlement would allow Berry to purchase any Toyota she desired.

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  A rare intact pyramid capstone; it is one of the few known in existence. The capstone belonged to the Black Pyramid, which was built by King Amenemhat III, c 1850-1800 BC. The hand carving shows a solar disc with two cobras and outstretched wings (sign of protection) on each side. Below are two eyes (which refers to "seeing") and below that is the hieroglyph for "beauty" and finally below that is the hieroglyph for the "sun disc of Ra" (the ancient Egyptian deity of the sun). Put that all together and it reads: "Seeing the beauty of Ra". Now we move to the left, which reads: "The Son of Ra, Amenemhat (in cartouche), given life forever." Now go back to the center and read right: "King of Upper and Lower Egypt, Nimaatre (in cartouche), given life forever." The second line reads from right to left: "May the face of the king of Upper and Lower Egypt, Nimaatre, be opened so that he may see the Lord of the Horizon (Horakhty, Horus of the Horizon) when he crosses the sky; may the Lord of the Horizon cause the Son of Ra, Amenemhat, to shine as a god, lord of eternity and indestructible." The third line reads from right to left: "The Lord of the Horizon has said: 'I have given the beautiful horizon of the Two Ladies (Nebty) and Itjijautawy (He who inherited the Two Lands), so that you may unite with the horizon; the horizon has said that you rest upon it, which pleases me.'"

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  The RMS Queen Elizabeth pulling into New York with service men returning home after the end of World War 2, 1945. She was able to carry 15,000 people at a time, including 900 crew members. The trip from The British isles to the east coast of the United States usually took 5 to 7 days. During her service in World War 2, the RMS Queen Elizabeth transported more than 750,000 troops, and sailed a total of 500,000 miles (800,000 km).

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  Elegant and beautiful handmade wooden sculptures of animals by Nikichi (Akihiko Yoshida) Nikichi is a Japan-based sculptor who creates wonderful woodcrafts looking like animals. The artist has been sculpting animals for years already. He tries to show the emotions and feelings that animals have, but people cannot see. He, in fact, combines human and animal emotions in his craft, thus creating a harmonious and mythical world.