Airplane pilots prefer to take off against the wind because it takes less ground speed to create enough lift to fly. Why planes fly against the wind When a plane takes off, it needs to get enough lifting force to stay in the air - that's what the wings on … Read more

By it's very definition, the most "shocking" city in the world will vary depending on your personal experience and expectations. I've been lucky enough to have travelled to quite a few breathtaking cities, and Mumbai is the one I'd class as most surprising or shocking: Mumbai - The most shocking city in the world. … Read more

Although Smurfette is the best-known female smurf, there are actually THREE female smurfs: Smurfette - The blonde female smurf was originally a brunette, and was created by the evil Gargamel to destroy the smurfs. Luckily, Papa Smurfs' magic turned her good (and blonde!). Nanny Smurf - Nanny … Read more

Modern Toilet When you visit this Taiwanese restaurant you will be seated in a seat that is a toilet seat. A decorative toilet seat, of course. The tables themselves are bathroom sinks, and the meals are served in mini-toilet bowls. The drinks come served in (what else?) a plastic urinal. If … Read more