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This man built his office inside an elevator
The Baťa Skyscraper, in Zlín, Czechia, is a landmark of architecture. And the office of Jan Antonín Baťa… is an elevator.
Construction Fails: When Projects Go Wrong
From Saudi Arabia’s half-built megatall to New York’s leaning skyscraper, this is what happens when some of the world’s biggest …
I promise this story about microwaves is interesting.
I found an article that said “The microwave was invented to heat hamsters humanely in 1950s experiments.” And I thought, no it …
Boarding planes could have been very different
There’s a world in which everyone boards planes with “mobile lounges”, PTVs, or Plane-Mates… but this is not that world. □ YUL …
Bizarre punishments from Ancient Rome (Part three)
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How Farmers In One Indian Village Crafted The Most Expensive Nutmeg and Mace | So Expensive
Nutmeg and mace are two separate spices found in the same fruit. Both have long been valued for their fragrance, flavor, and …
Lawmakers throw down on parliament floor | USA TODAY
A democratic lawmaker started a brawl on the Kosovo parliament floor after he threw water on Prime Minister Albin Kurti as he …
Why The Most Dangerous Silver Mine In The World Could Collapse | Risky Business
Miners in Bolivia spend hours searching for silver, tin, and zinc inside Cerro Rico, a 15000-foot mountain that used to be the …
The History of Iran: A Primer
I summarize all the major dynasties of Persian history from Antiquity to the present day. Watch this video if you want to get an …