Yemen's Intangible Cultural Heritage on UNESCO ListsYemen's Intangible Cultural Heritage on UNESCO Lists
Singapore's Approach to the Sex Industry: No Ban on the Custom IndustrySingapore's Approach to the Sex Industry: No Ban on the Custom Industry
Sri Lanka's Enchanting Tradition: Stilt FishingSri Lanka's Enchanting Tradition: Stilt FishingIn Sri Lanka, a captivating fishing practice has endured through the ages, captivating both locals and tourists alike—stilt fishing. This unique method involves fishermen perching on tall wooden stilts that rise out of the ocean, skillfully casting their lines to catch sea fish.
"Hell's Gate" in Turkmenistan Has Been Burning for 47 Years"Hell's Gate" in Turkmenistan Has Been Burning for 47 YearsIn the Karakum Desert of Turkmenistan, there lies a mysterious and awe - inspiring sight known as the "Hell's Gate". This phenomenon has been captivating the world's attention for nearly half a century.
Finland: A Nation with Social Phobia?Finland: A Nation with Social Phobia?Finland has long been rumored to be a nation where social phobia seems to prevail. This perception is not without basis. In Finland, people highly value their personal space. A set of photos about Finns queuing once went viral on the Internet. In these pictures, the distance between people queuing is usually more than one meter, maintaining sufficient space, which is dubbed as "social phobia queuing".
Italy’s Ivrea Carnival: The Thrilling Orange BattleItaly’s Ivrea Carnival: The Thrilling Orange BattleSpain’s tomato-throwing "La Tomatina" is wildly popular, but for those who prefer hurling something tangier, head to Italy in February. At the Ivrea Carnival, thousands of ripe oranges are pelted in a juicy battle during the festival’s highlight.
America’s Coffee Break Festival: Celebrating a Beloved Workplace TraditionAmerica’s Coffee Break Festival: Celebrating a Beloved Workplace TraditionFor many office workers, the short coffee break holds great importance. Each year, Stoughton, Wisconsin, honors this ritual with its Coffee Break Festival, featuring coffee tastings, brewing contests, and even bean-spitting competitions.
Fly Bikes: No Longer Sci-Fi—British Inventors Make Them a RealityFly Bikes: No Longer Sci-Fi—British Inventors Make Them a RealityYou can actually buy a flying bicycle. It sounds like science fiction, but British inventors John Foden and Yannick Read have created one: the XploreAir Paravelo. Combining a foldable bicycle with a lightweight trailer housing a biofuel-powered fan engine, it can take flight with a long enough "runway," reaching speeds of 25 mph and heights up to 4,000 feet.
Russian Girls: Baring Thighs in WinterRussian Girls: Baring Thighs in WinterIn Russia, especially during the harsh winter when the temperature often drops well below zero, a unique scene can be witnessed on the streets - many Russian girls expose their thighs despite the cold.
World’s Largest Padlock Weighs 916 PoundsWorld’s Largest Padlock Weighs 916 PoundsThe world’s largest padlock, certified by Guinness World Records, was crafted by 师生 from Russia’s Pavlovo Art College. It measures 56.8 inches in height, 41.3 inches in width, and 10.2 inches in thickness, with its key included in the total weight of 916 pounds.
McDonald’s Drive-Thru: Born from Military NeedsMcDonald’s Drive-Thru: Born from Military NeedsThe first McDonald’s drive-thru window opened in Sierra Vista, Arizona, driven by a specific military requirement: soldiers from a nearby camp were barred from entering public places in uniform. To accommodate them, the restaurant’s manager cut a window in the wall, allowing soldiers to buy meals without leaving their vehicles.
Germany’s Walkable "Lego Bridge" Blends Art and ArchitectureGermany’s Walkable "Lego Bridge" Blends Art and ArchitectureIn Wuppertal, Germany, there’s a pedestrian bridge that looks like it’s built from giant Lego bricks. Though it’s actually a concrete structure, artists have painted it to mimic the iconic toy blocks, creating a playful optical illusion.
Hungary - The Only European Country with Surnames Before Given NamesHungary - The Only European Country with Surnames Before Given NamesIn the world of naming conventions, Hungary stands out uniquely among European and Western countries. While the majority of follow the pattern of given names preceding surnames, Hungary bucks this trend. In Hungary, it is the surname that comes first, followed by the given name.
Three-Year-Olds in Switzerland: Skiing Prodigies on the SlopesThree-Year-Olds in Switzerland: Skiing Prodigies on the SlopesIn Switzerland, it is not a rare sight to see three-year-old children gliding down the snow - covered slopes with remarkable ease. Skiing is deeply ingrained in the Swiss way of life, and starting young is a common practice.
Ancient Egyptian Contraception: The Unusual Use of Crocodile DungAncient Egyptian Contraception: The Unusual Use of Crocodile DungIn ancient Egypt, a civilization renowned for its remarkable achievements, an unusual and rather astonishing method of contraception was once in use: the application of crocodile dung. This practice, which might seem bizarre to modern - day observers, was deeply rooted in the Egyptians' understanding of nature and medicine.
Dancing with the Departed: Madagascar's Unique TraditionDancing with the Departed: Madagascar's Unique TraditionIn Madagascar, a remarkable and deeply ingrained tradition known as famadihana, or "dancing with the dead," continues to thrive, bridging the gap between the living and the deceased. This unique ritual is an integral part of the Malagasy culture, celebrated with great enthusiasm and respect.
Australia: Eating Their National TreasureAustralia: Eating Their National TreasureIn Australia, an unusual dining practice has long been a part of the local scene - the consumption of kangaroo meat. Despite being the country's national symbol, kangaroos are hunted and turned into food here.
Chinese culture going out ushers in matrix breakthroughChinese culture going out ushers in matrix breakthroughThe exquisite details and spectacular scenery of Yingxian Wooden Pagoda are also highly reproduced in the game. As China's oldest surviving pure wood structure pavilion-style building, Yingxian Wooden Pagoda tower body all rely on wooden components mortise and tenon each other, the whole tower up and down there are 59 different forms, 480 arch.
