Offbeat

We’ve all made our fair share of mistakes at work, as well as in our personal lives, but sometimes the cost of human error is a little hard to recoup from – at least in terms of finances.

If you’re not a huge fan of rollercoasters, you might want to give Eshima Ohashi Bridge a big miss – it’s said to be the steepest in the world, and it has nauseatingly sharp slopes on both of its sides. Nicknamed the Rollercoaster Bridge, it was constructed with such impressive gradients so that it could …

Eshima Ohashi: Japan’s Most Terrifying Bridge Read More »

Some places in the world are far more terrifying than any horror movie location, and often nature can spring more fear-inducing surprises than any show’s producers might dream up. A lot of people have heard of the film Snakes on a Plane, but you might not be aware of the real-life version of this nightmare …

Ilha da Queimada Grande: the island to avoid at all costs Read More »

Unexpected combos can throw up great results, like peanut butter and jam, and salad cream and fries, but then there’s those mash ups that are just a straight out no – sardine ice cream anyone? When it comes to the animal world and uniqueness though, too much is almost never enough. After all, how can …

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Every year, millions of people disappear without explanation, and while many return, or are eventually found, some just appear to leave no trace.

How much do you love a mystery? A TV detective story, or an old school murder mystery perhaps? Or maybe you love getting lost in a good whodunnit book and you can’t help but turn the pages long into the night. But what about actual real life mysteries? The strange goings on around the world, …

30 Greatest Unsolved Mysteries Of The Universe Read More »

Drones really do divide opinions around the world – there are many people who regard them as essential and beneficial tools in many areas including search and rescue missions and explorations. But there are many others who consider them an annoyance and an invasion of our privacy. But whatever your views, there’s one thing most …

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When was the last time you researched crime rates before booking a city escape? Those of us from safe areas who don’t encounter theft, violence, or natural disasters can be guilty of being naïve to how threatening our dream destination may be.

Kai Tak Airport, Hong Kong Probably the most dangerous airport ever, Kai Tak was the international airport of Hong Kong from 1925 until 1998. It was so dangerous that it was closed down in 1998 to avoid more accidents. In its time, it was famous among pilots for having an extremely difficult landing. One of …

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