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  1. Being Bullied All Her Life, This Girl Now Turns Her Body Into Art Ash Soto was diagnosed with vitiligo when she was 12. As her vitiligo started spreading, she began to feel ashamed of her skin, especially after a little girl asked her if she had showered in bleach. Now the 21-year-old not only isn’t ashamed, but she embraces her skin. In her late teens, Soto decided she wouldn’t let her skin hold her back anymore, so she started setting herself daily challenges like walking in public without a long sleeve shirt. Eventually, the challenges led to Soto turning her body into beautiful art. “I never realized how beautiful my vitiligo was until I traced it with a black marker, it really helps to bring out the different colors of my skin,” Soto said to Daily Mail. Now, she has made her body look like so many different art pieces, including Van Gogh’s Starry Night, and she’s not stopping! “Now what others would perceive as an imperfection I have made into something more beautiful and made it more accepted than before.”
  2. House and Cars Completely Covered by Ice The house is located just outside Rochester, one of the snowiest areas in the United States. Stunning images of a home entirely encased in ice over the weekend, after five days of icy winds along Lake Ontario The St. Joseph Lighthouse, often receives a thick layer of ice during winter storms when freezing Lake Michigan waves up to 6 meters.
  3. A feast of spectacular colour One of the biggest Hindu festivals in India, Holi holds a mythological importance - that of the triumph of good over evil. It is also associated with the eternal love of Lord Krishna and his consort Radha. The festival of Holi brings together people of all classes and ages, who sing and dance, hand out sweets, and splash colours over friends and loved ones.
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    True or False Game

    False. The next person makes overcomplicated orders in starbucks
  6. People Who Deeply Regret Shopping Online Online shopping is sometimes a game of chance, and these poor people lost terribly. No matter how many cautionary tales people read about scam sites, Chinese knockoff brands, and neglected fine print, they still get tempted by discount prices and race to the checkout in a fury of clicks. Though shipping mishaps do happen, especially when packages are moving internationally, it's really hard to imagine how postal workers let some of these ones slide. Note To Self: Check The Dimensions Of Everything Before Ordering On Amazon The Hiking Boots I Ordered Online Look A Little Different Than The Picture They Provided The Boss Bought 50 Chairs In An Online Auction. It Wasn’t Until We Went To Pick Them Up That We Realized It Was At An Elementary School I Ordered Some Tights For Halloween Online. I Didn’t Check The Size And It Turns Out They Were A Bit Too Small Bought This Shirt Online, do not know why I’ve Been Getting A Lot Of Weird Looks
  7. The Will You Be Institutionalized Test Welcome to the - Will You Be Institutionalized Test. The website is using advanced logic and knowledge to determine your true nature: https://www.okcupid.com/tests/the-will-you-be-institutionalized-test Please post you results for The - Will You Be Institutionalized Test below, thank you (Sorry try Now)
  8. Samsung is about to unveil its radical ‘folding’ phone – and it could change everything Apple has earned nearly a trillion dollars in the ten years since iPhone launched – but we’re all getting a teensy bit bored of smartphones. But could Samsung be about to shake things up – with a radical folding design which unfolds into a tablet? Multiple rumours suggest that the device – which folds in two, like a notebook – could be unveiled at the IFA technology show in Berlin in autumn this year, just before Apple unveils iPhone 8. The phone has already been shown off to people behind closed doors at Mobile World Congress, according to Boy Genius Report. Both Samsung and LG are planning to launch devices which ‘unfold’ into larger screens – allowing users to keep a tablet-style device in a pocket, according to the Korea Herald. Apple also quietly patented a foldable iPhone concept, filing on August 28, last year – detailing a device which uses ‘carbon nanotubes’ to allow the screen to fold while still working. Lee Seung Woo, an analyst at IBK Securities Company said last year, ‘‘This product could be a game-changer if Samsung successfully comes up with a user interface suitable for bendable screens,’ ‘Their biggest obstacle was related to making transparent plastics and making them durable, which seems resolved by now.’ Samsung has previously teased the idea with various videos showing how a ‘bendable’ smartphone might work. Nearly two years ago, Samsung wowed an audience in Las Vegas with a working mobile phone screen which could be rolled and unrolled like a sheet of paper. The screen kept working as it was rolled and unrolled – and was built to be “virtually unbreakable”, Samsung claimed. metro 2014 Samsung Flexible OLED Display Phone and Tab Concept: https://youtu.be/MKG7XRsG9KQ
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  10. Tag Heuer Connected Modular 45: a truly customisable smartwatch Almost everything on TAG Heuer's £1,400 Modular 45 can be swapped out and customised. TAG's latest Connected watch improves where it counts. This is the Android smartwatch you want. The watch comes with Android Wear 2.0, GPS, NFC, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and more. Smart watches haven’t really caught on, but that hasn’t stopped Tag Heuer from doubling down and releasing a sequel to 2015’s TAG Heuer Connected. And boy, is it pretty. TAG Heuer claims there are over 4000 options, some tasteful, and some... not so much. The good news is you'll be able to design a smartwatch that matches your style and personality. The basic Connected watch is an Android Wear toting digital module. It's very similar in appearance to the first generation, but feels more weighty, solid, generally better made. Not only will you be able to choose different straps - you'll be able to choose between several options of case material, bezel colour, buckle type and lug metals. These options range from quite basic (but still pretty swish) steel and titanium, up to opulent rose gold and diamond encrusted bezels. It is water-resistant up to 50 meters, and boasts a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal touchscreen. It’s got a 24-hour battery, 4GB of storage, a 1.4-inch wireless display, and wireless (contact) charging. In terms of radios, you’ve got GPS and NFC, powering the device is an Intel Atom Z34XX, and 512MB of RAM. Ever since Apple launched its original Watch the same year as TAG's debut smartwatch, the company has boasted about increasing the amount of straps its customers can by. TAG is attempting to go one step further with its modular design. As well as coming with an AMOLED screen, the Connected Modular 45's head can be changed. Instead of having the screen on display – or if the 24-hour battery life runs out – it is possible to remove it from the strap and replace it with a mechanical head. Both the Calibre Heuer 02T and Calibre 5 can be fitted instead of the connected module. A deluxe set includes a grade 5 titanium watch, lugs, brown leather strap, Heuer- 02T tourbillon mechanical module, an extra black rubber strap will start at $17,000 not including VAT (approximately £13,907). However, for those willing to stump up the cash, both the connected and mechanical modules come with a two-year warranty. The strap, buckle, lugs, and charger (which works through contact not a physical plug) are covered by a one-warranty. "This innovative, unique and distinctive watch is at the forefront of the latest technologies available in Silicon Valley and, at the same time, a genuine Swiss watch, bearing the Swiss Made label," Biver said. Traditional watches – the type of which TAG Heuer are known for – have an incredible longevity. It’s not uncommon to see expensive Swiss watches passed down through the generations, as a family heirloom. While this isn’t possible with a modern consumer tech product – blame planned obsolescence – by using a high-powered Intel chip, TAG Heuer can guarantee that its watch will last longer than its rivals. It could be argued that this helps to justify the frankly eye-watering price tag, as you won’t have to upgrade to a newer model after a year or so. The TAG Heuer will be available soon. In the US, the device will retail for $1650, and in Europe and the UK will cost €1600. Out of the box, the watch is compatible with Google's Android Wear 2. The operating system means it is possible to use the watch with an iPhone, speak to Google's Assistant, and use Android Pay. The new TAG connected watch will also work when not connected to a phone and transmit data via Wi-Fi when it is possible. TAG says it has additionally built a companion app to work with the watch to select new dials and faces. The company has developed 30 watch dials that can be set on the watch's main screen. The Connected Modular 45 is a follow-up to the TAG Heuer Connected, which was also a collaboration with Intel and Google. Released more than one year ago, TAG's first attempt at a smartwatch can be considered a success. The firm initially said it was aiming to sell 20,000 of the watches but it has since announced in 14 months it sold around 56,000 units.
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    True or False Game

    False. The next person has spent at least one night in jail.
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    A 'Word' Game

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  13. Small drone 'shot with Patriot missile' Patriot missiles are normally used to shoot down enemy aircraft or other missiles A Patriot missile - usually priced at about $3m (£2.5m) - was used to shoot down a small quadcopter drone, according to a US general. The strike was made by a US ally, Gen David Perkins told a military symposium. "That quadcopter that cost 200 bucks from Amazon.com did not stand a chance against a Patriot," he said. Patriots are radar-targeted weapons more commonly used to shoot down enemy aircraft and ballistic missiles. "Now, that worked, they got it, OK, and we love Patriot missiles," the general said. However, he suggested the strategy was probably not economically wise. "I'm not sure that's a good economic exchange ratio," he told an audience at the Association of the United States Army's Global Force symposium in Alabama. "In fact, if I'm the enemy, I'm thinking, 'Hey, I'm just gonna get on eBay and buy as many of these $300 quadcopters as I can and expend all the Patriot missiles out there'." "It is clearly enormous overkill," said Justin Bronk, a researcher at the Royal United Services Institute. "It certainly exposes in very stark terms the challenge which militaries face in attempting to deal with the adaptation of cheap and readily available civilian technology with extremely expensive, high-end hardware designed for state-on-state warfare." Mr Bronk also told the BBC that Patriot radar systems, while sophisticated, might struggle to target a small quadcopter effectively. Patriot missiles were first produced in 1980 and are operated by 12 countries including the US, the Netherlands, Germany, Japan, Israel and Saudi Arabia. BBC The missiles themselves travel at five times the speed of sound, whereas a quadcopter drone typically has a top speed of 50mph (80km/h).
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    Living with volcanoes

    Living with volcanoes The rugged volcanic islands of Cape Verde, off the West African coast, are much more than the glorious beaches enjoyed by tourists. Each island has its own unique character. Martin Plaut Cape Verde has a unique landscape marked by high mountains and deep valleys - the legacy of intense volcanic activity. As a result, arable land is at a premium. Most volcanoes such as the one in Sao Vicente are extinct, but in the nearby island of Fogo, a rare volcanic eruption occurred in 2014, forcing hundreds to flee their homes. Today, more people of Cape Verdean origin live abroad than in the country. While there is not much farmland, the rich volcanic soil produces abundant fruit and vegetables for the bustling markets. However rains are scarce and water must be carefully used to ensure a harvest. The country's sense of history goes beyond its struggle for independence - this decorative panel of tiles in Mindelo commemorates the days when Cape Verde was a coaling station, supplying Britain's navy. Cape Verdeans may have it tough earning a living, but they have almost constant sunshine and a pleasant climate which makes their islands a Mecca for tourists and locals to enjoy. In addition to having a pleasant climate, the country is a functional democracy, where access to the presidential palace is governed by regular elections.
  15. An old Italian father from New York attends his sons wedding. "Congratulations son! I'm gonna buy you a gun as present!" The son says, "Dad! I don't need a gun." "Yes you do!" The son replies "No I don't. Get me a watch." Confused, the father asks "A watch?" Son says "Yeah dad, a watch." Still confused, the father says "What the hell are you gonna do with a watch?" Before the son can even reply, the father adds "No, you need a gun. Because, what happens when you leave the house, and forget you wallet. You run home to get it, you open up the door to your room, and she her in bed, with another man. What are you gonna do? Uh? You gonna pull out your watch and say, hey times up!"
  16. Jack's Telephone Number Caller: "Can you give me the telephone number for Jack?" Operator: "I'm sorry, I don't understand. Who are you talking about." Caller: "On page 1 section 5, of the user guide it clearly states that I need to unplug the fax machine from the AC wall socket and telephone Jack before cleaning. Now, can you give me the number for Jack?"
  17. Innocence Is Priceless One Sunday morning, the pastor noticed little Alex standing in the foyer of the church staring up at a large plaque. It was covered with names and small American flags mounted on either side of it. Six-year old Alex had been staring at the plaque for some time, so the pastor walked up, stood beside the little boy, and said quietly, 'Good morning Alex.' Good morning Pastor, Alex said, still focused on the plaque. Pastor, what is this? The pastor said, Well son, it's a memorial to all the young men and women who died in the service. Alex just stood there, staring at the large plaque. Finally, with his voice, barely audible and trembling with fear he asked, "Which service...the 8:30 or the 10:30?"
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