Los Roques in Venezuela is an archipelago of around 350 islands attached to pristine coral reefs that bathe in translucent water. Here the sand is first-grade quartz, the bird life is prolific, and the water is home to some of the finest quality … [Read more...]
Man Mauled by Tiger After Monorail Cage Jump
Gliding over 16 hectares of wildlife at the Bronx Zoo, the aptly named Wild Asia Monorail was the scene of maniacal enthusiasm last Friday. As one passenger leapt over a five metre fence into a tiger den, only to be mauled by tiger resident … [Read more...]
The Great Canadian Maple Syrup Caper
In possibly the sweetest example of sticky-fingered larceny in world history, tonnes of Canadian maple syrup has been lifted from a warehouse in Quebec, which held more than $30m worth of the pancake friendly liquid. While police say it's too … [Read more...]
The Blind Restaurant Heads West
While going out to dinner often brings new experiences, for most, the evening nearly always involves engaging with one's visual surroundings. Not so in French restaurant chain Dans Le Noir, where patrons head out for an experience of groping, wine … [Read more...]
The Adventures of Phoenix Jones, Superhero of Seattle
Amidst Seattle's bright lights, dark alleys and confused citizens, walks a man dressed in a mask and a dragon skin bulletproof vest with stab plating, who calls himself Phoenix Jones. A self-proclaimed crime fighter who strives to "protect the … [Read more...]
Huge Subterranean ‘River’ Found 4km Beneath the Amazon
The Amazon is seen by many as a far removed place, almost mythical in stature. Besides containing the largest and most biologically diverse rainforest in the world, its mighty river is of legendary status. Pumping out more volume of water than the … [Read more...]
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