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Aston Martin has unveiled its fastest car

Aston Martin has unveiled its fastest car

The new Aston Martin Vanquish will make its debut in Venice. It is the fastest and most powerful production car of the British brand and its flagship. The two-seat hypercar is powered by a gasoline powertrain. There will be neither hybrids nor electric versions. The name of the model means “to win”. Marco Mattiacci, an Aston Martin employee, said: “This is the most iconic car in our lineup. It's a...

The mystery of the coins of Rome's Trevi Fountain

The mystery of the coins of Rome’s Trevi Fountain

If a tourist in Rome wishes to return to this beautiful city, they can simply toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain. According to legend, standing with their back to the fountain and throwing the coin over their left shoulder is the proper way to make a wish. Every year, millions of visitors delight in this charming tradition. But, you may wonder, where do all those coins go? Thanks to a partnership...

Northern lights illuminated the sky over Finnish Lapland all night

Northern lights illuminated the sky over Finnish Lapland all night

A spectacular spectacle played out in the sky over Finnish Lapland. It was as if it was covered by a huge curtain in the form of the northern lights. This atmospheric phenomenon was captured by a photographer from the town of Sodankylä. The photographer from Sodankylä was able to capture a bright red glow, which does not happen very often. It was seen around midnight local time. The aurora borealis...

The Speed Puzzle World Championship was held in Spain

The Speed Puzzle World Championship was held in Spain

There's not a minute to lose. Every second counts at the World Puzzle Championships. Puzzle lovers compete against each other for time in Valladolid, Spain. World puzzle championships have been held since 2019. But since the coronavirus pandemic, interest in the tournaments has grown significantly. Over four days, 3,500 puzzle enthusiasts compete in individual, doubles and team events. The individual...

80 athletes race across the Uyuni Salt Marsh in Bolivia

80 athletes race across the Uyuni Salt Marsh in Bolivia

About 80 athletes took part in a race through the Uyuni salt marsh in Bolivia. They were divided into three groups. In the first group, runners covered a distance of ten kilometers. In the second, the athletes ran 24 kilometers. The third group participated in a 42 kilometer marathon. The marathoners ran not only on the plain. They also climbed the slope of the Tunupa volcano and then descended. The...

FAIRYTALE WORLDS MADE OF LIGHTS IN SINGAPORE

FAIRYTALE WORLDS MADE OF LIGHTS IN SINGAPORE

Nine fairytale worlds woven from colorful lights have sprouted up in Singapore. Here you can walk among dinosaurs, walk along sand dunes, enjoy a journey through the jungle and look into a winter wonderland. All these installations are the fruit of designer Norman Latourelle's imagination. He organizes the international illumi light festival in different countries. Norman Latourelle, designer: “I have a...

Berlin's Currywurst: 75 Years of Popularity

Berlin’s Currywurst: 75 Years of Popularity

Berlin's specialty currywurst is celebrating 75 years. It is a sliced fried sausage dipped in a tomato and curry sauce. The dish gained popularity in the hungry post-war years, but it has not lost it even now. The Curry 36 café in Berlin has a queue every day. Cafe Curry 36 has been operating in the Kreuzberg district since 1981. The sauce is said to have been invented by Herta Heuwer, who ran a humble...

TOMATO BATTLE RAGES IN SPANISH BUÑOL

TOMATO BATTLE RAGES IN SPANISH BUÑOL

It's every man for himself here. A tomato battle is raging in Buñol, Spain. Thousands of people are pelting each other with ripe, juicy tomatoes. The famous festival is called La Tomatina. Tomatoes are bought in the region of Extremadura, where they are cheaper. 120 tons of tomatoes are brought in seven trucks. The main rule of the festival is to crush the tomatoes before throwing them. Also, you can't...

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