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FIVE OF THE PLANET'S MOST FORBIDDEN PLACES
As strange as it may seem, there are still many places on our planet that can rightfully be called forbidden for ordinary mortals. Many of these places hold secrets that may never be fully revealed. Here are five of the most forbidden places on the planet.
By Vitalii Petrov2 years ago in History
That's Why People Don't Fly to the Moon! What Astronauts and Scientists Are Silent About
The public has yet to receive clear explanations as to why people stopped flying to the Moon. The lunar programs developed by both the Americans and the Soviet Union were closed in the early 1970s. While the Soviet Union, after the successful flight of the American spacecraft Apollo 11 to the Moon, simply admitted its defeat in this critical race, the Americans unexpectedly and sharply abandoned further flights, brushing off questions with a rather primitive response, claiming they saw no significant scientific value in Moon missions to justify the enormous budget expenditure. But then why do people not even plan to go to the Moon now? After all, technology has advanced so much that Elon Musk, with his MCT program, plans a manned mission to Mars with a surface landing as early as 2025.
By Vitalii Petrov2 years ago in History
Why Afrobeat is on top. AI-Generated.
Afrobeat is currently on top because of its infectious rhythms, energetic melodies, and powerful lyrics that resonate with a wide audience. It is a genre that originated in Nigeria in the 1970s, fusing traditional African music with funk, jazz, and highlife influences. Afrobeat's popularity has surged in recent years, thanks to the global success of artists like Fela Kuti, Burna Boy, and Wizkid, Xander 042 Davido etc. who ha ve brought the genre to the mainstream. The genre's unique blend of African sounds with modern production techniques has captivated music lovers worldwide, making Afrobeat a dominant force in the music industry.
By XANDER 042 Official2 years ago in History
North Korea’s craziest laws
Wow, North Korea, also known as the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, is indeed a mysterious place, often referred to as The Hermit Kingdom due to its isolation and strict rule under Supreme Leader Kim Jong-Un. The country's extreme laws, enforced by the dictatorship, make it one of the most intriguing yet concerning places on Earth. The craziest laws enforced there are truly shocking. For instance, imagine facing capital punishment for something as common as falling asleep at the wrong time! In North Korea, even high-ranking officials like Minister of Defence Hyon Yong-chol and Education Minister Kim Yong-Jin were publicly executed for seemingly minor infractions like napping or having bad posture. These extreme measures serve as harsh reminders of the regime's intolerance towards laziness and disobedience. It's indeed a place where the laws and consequences are beyond comprehension. That's truly unbelievable! The extreme consequences for seemingly minor actions in North Korea are indeed shocking. It's hard to imagine facing capital punishment for something as common as falling asleep or having bad posture. The stories of Minister of Defence Hyon Yong-chol and Education Minister Kim Yong-Jin highlight the severe measures taken by the regime to maintain control and discipline. It's a stark reminder of the strict laws and harsh realities in that country. In many bustling cities, bicycles are a crucial mode of transportation for numerous individuals. However, in North Korea, bicycles were prohibited on the streets of Pyongyang, the capital city. Unlike China, which transitioned naturally from walking to cycling to motorized transport over the years, North Korea opted for a rapid shift by banning bikes and pushing for motor vehicle usage. This approach might have been effective if the economy had not collapsed in 1991, leaving many North Koreans struggling financially. Consequently, the bicycle ban was lifted in 1992, but due to economic constraints, most citizens still rely on bicycles for transportation. Despite the ban being lifted, the state later prohibited women from owning and riding bicycles in 1995, citing concerns about public morality. The reasoning behind this ban reflects more on the regime's views than on the simple act of riding a bike. So, North Korea came up with this wild idea that women couldn't handle traffic because of their genes, right? But hold up, when you look at the facts, men actually cause more traffic accidents and fatalities than women. In the US in 2021, women were involved in about 6,000 fatal crashes, while men were in over 21,000, which is more than 3 times higher. So, that whole genetically incapable argument just crashed and burned. The ban on women riding bicycles was lifted briefly in 2012 but then put back in place in early 2013. Nowadays, the rule is a bit more relaxed, especially due to the limited motorized public transport in the main cities. But when it comes to women's rights in the country, it's a whole different story. And speaking of restrictions, Kim Jong-Un decided to crack down on Western influences, including jeans, which have been banned in North Korea since mid-2020. It's pretty wild to think about not being able to wear jeans, right? So, like, the whole ban on jeans and stuff in North Korea goes way back to when Korea split in 1945. South Korea had America's support, while the North was all about that communist Soviet Union vibe. Since then, North Koreans have been taught to see American capitalism and the Western world as enemies, along with all their ideas. It's not just jeans that are a no-go; unless it's a work uniform, women can't rock trousers in North Korea at all. The law's still in effect today, but it's tough to enforce on a population of 26 million. If a woman gets caught wearing them, a Youth League member can grill her, make her write a confession, and even blast her personal info on loudspeakers. Imagine getting doxxed just for wearing pants! So, between the bike ban and the jeans ban, which one do you think is the most absurd? If you're team anti-bike, hit like; if you're all about the no-jeans life, hit subscribe. All set? What's next? So, in the West, hair is like a big deal for showing off who you are. Some of us go all out with spiky mohawks, funky blue hair, and even the mullet making a comeback. It's wild, right? But in North Korea, they're not about those extreme hairstyles. If you try something bold, you might get stopped by the Patriotic Youth League and be forced to change it up. Back in 2013, the state was like, "Here are the 28 approved hairstyles: 10 for guys, 18 for gals." Even though there are a few more options now, men still can't have hair longer than two inches, unless you're 60 or older. How kind of them. Young guys have to keep getting haircuts every 15 days to stay in line! For the ladies, short hair is cool when you're hitched, but long, curly styles like it's the '80s are okay for the single gals. Not as bad as the Kim Jong-Un look, right? And then there's the whole name thing. Kim Jong-Un wanted to be the only one with his name, so he made it a rule that no one else in North Korea could share it. Like, imagine that! Everyone named Jong-Un had to switch names in 2011 when he took charge. He even made his daughter, Kim Ju-ae, change her name too, setting her up as the next leader. Crazy stuff, right? Man, the deal with North Korea and their cell phones is intense! They're all about keeping a tight grip on information flow in and out of the country. It's crazy how making an international call there can have such severe consequences, like a death sentence. The government is so strict to prevent any outside influence from getting in and to stop their citizens from realizing what's really going on. It's like they're trying to keep everyone in the dark to maintain control. It's a tough situation for the people living there.
By jeanne lord 2 years ago in History
Who hid from us the secret of building the pyramids . . .
The Japanese came to Egypt in 1977 to try to simulate the small pyramid with the same style and tools as the Pharaohs, and they stopped immediately and returned to Without Raid because the experiment failed resoundingly from the first moment, not because they were unable to lift the stones or even move them or just rinse and trim them, but because they were not They could not even cut it from the mountains surrounding the Mokattam area, using the same tools of the Pharaohs that the researchers assumed !!!!
By Mosap Homa2 years ago in History
Exploring the world of Tom Sawyer. Content Warning.
Title: Exploring the World of Tom Sawyer In the sleepy town of St. Petersburg, Missouri, a mischievous young boy named Tom Sawyer embarked on a series of thrilling adventures that would capture the hearts and imaginations of readers for generations to come. Mark Twain's classic novel, "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer," invites us into a world of childhood wonder, friendship, and excitement.
By Books Keeper2 years ago in History
The Three Most Mysterious Men in History.
Throughout world history, there have been many people whose lives still raise many questions, and far from all the mysteries surrounding these people are destined to be unraveled. Here are three of the most mysterious individuals in world history whose secrets remain unsolved to this day.
By Vitalii Petrov2 years ago in History
Paul Karason, the most famous ¨Blue Man,¨ also known as Papa Smurf
Paul Karason, also known as ¨papa smurf, ¨ died in 2013 and was blue. Paul died of a heart attack after being treated for pneumonia; he also suffered from a stroke and had prostate cancer he was 62.
By sara burdick2 years ago in History
