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New York City hosts a costumed dog parade in honor of Halloween

New York City hosts a costumed dog parade in honor of Halloween

Cinderella, a spider and hot dogs - there's plenty to see in Tompkins Square Park in New York City today. Dozens of dogs and their owners are participating in a Halloween costume parade. The owners tried to come up with the most amazing outfits for their shaggy pets. Among the participants are both music lovers and sports fans. The dog's owner: “His name is Gremlin. He's wearing (former baseball player...

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...

Two rescued wild boars now live at the New York Aquarium.

Two rescued wild boars now live at the New York Aquarium

Two rescued southern wild boars are making their debut at the New York Aquarium. These orphaned females were found off the coast of California when they were still cubs. The calans decided to be taken in. At first, the marine predators lived in different zoos. Now their permanent home will be the New York Aquarium. Southern wild boars live on the coast of California. Once the population of these animals...

How vertical gardening helps reduce “urban heat islands”

How vertical gardening helps reduce “urban heat islands”

During the hot summer months, cities heat up to unprecedented temperatures. The lack of greenery creates so-called “heat islands”, which are much hotter than the countryside. Now German inventors have created special oases that will help reduce the temperature. The Frankfurt-based startup has developed an architectural solution for urban gardening. Its vertical landscaping system includes diagonally...

Panda Population in Hong Kong Triples with Birth of Twin Cubs

Panda Population in Hong Kong Triples with Birth of Twin Cubs

Hong Kong has tripled the number of pandas thanks to the birth of two cubs, a brother and sister, Aug. 15. Previously, there were only two pandas in the city, which did not produce offspring. The new addition is the first time pandas have been born in Hong Kong, sparking much interest among locals. The cubs' mother, 19-year-old Ying Ying, and her partner Le Le were donated by China in 2007. Ying Ying...

A barbershop specializing in afro hair has opened in Brisbane

A barbershop specializing in afro hair has opened in Brisbane

This hair salon in Brisbane, Australia, is designed for people with severely curly hair. Even African hair can be easily dealt with here. Hair stylist Pat has specialized in curly hair for 13 years. It's an understandable choice as she has curly hair herself. Pat's career began in Brazil. Last year, the woman moved to Australia. Pat Dionizio, hairstylist: “When I came here, I found work quickly as there...

FRENCHMAN BREAKS WORLD RECORD

Frenchman breaks world record

Frenchman Com Girardot jumped into the water from a rock 44 meters high. At the same time, the speed of the fall reached 106 kilometers per hour. So the athlete set a new world record for “death jumps”. This is a very dangerous trick, and without special training it can not be performed. Girardot made a jump near the town of Aldeacemada in Spanish Andalusia. Near the rock is located Simbarra...

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 world's oldest toy store Hamleys is ready for Christmas

The world’s oldest toy store Hamleys is ready for Christmas

It's still October and snowflakes are swirling on Regent Street in London. It's not real snow yet, but winter, and therefore Christmas, is near. At least that's what they think at Hamleys, the world's oldest toy store. Keane Herman, the store's general manager, said: “It's never too early for Christmas. We start talking about Christmas in January. As soon as one Christmas is over, we're already thinking...

50000 FIREWORKS EXPLODED OVER SEOUL

50000 FIREWORKS EXPLODED OVER SEOUL

Thousands of lights flash and soon go out in the night sky over Seoul. The city is hosting the International Fireworks Festival. Teams of the best pyrotechnicians from South Korea, Japan and the United States put on a spectacular light show. The spectators took the best seats in the city park overlooking the Hangang River hours before the show. Each pyrotechnics team prepared its own show, accompanied by...

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