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10 Cocktails Tailor Made for the Modern 'Man'
Fragile masculinity aside, men are typically (and biologically) known to consume, quite the variety of cocktails. Below is an (almost) exhaustible list of drinks, cocktails or just straight-on pleasures that you need to have in your closet—either for a lone night in, or for partying with the 'lads.'Cheers, let's get started.
By Shaun Mukherjee7 years ago in Proof
Them Furious Days
At 3:39 AM of November 28, 2018, Harry Leslie Smith died. He was 95.He spent his twilight years in turning to writing and championing public services such as the NHS to see that the generations of his children and his grandchildren wouldn't live in the same squalid conditions that he had. Harry was born in 1923, so coming of age into the Great Depression, he has spoken at length of the horrors of pauper's pits and workhouses, horrors that would befall his own family. He started his first job at the age of 10, delivering coal. Harry referred to British life at this point a "barbarous time."
By C. Raymond Martin7 years ago in The Swamp
10 Things You Didn't Know About Changing Your Oil
Not everyone is a "car person," and that's alright by me. Even if you don't have any particular interest in cars, however, there's still a good chance you own one. In fact, you probably use it almost every single day. If you own a car, you need to be in tune to its basic maintenance needs, and changing your oil is an integral part of those needs—among other car maintenance tips every driver should know. Whether you love learning about cars or you just want to know enough to take care of your daily mode of transportation, there are basic facts we should all know about our oil.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick7 years ago in Wheel
Classroom Schooling vs. Online Education
Just a couple of decades ago, online education was a concept hardly imaginable to many. Most of those who are in their 30s and above spent a great deal of their childhood at school, attending classes while sitting in front of the good old chalkboard. Nowadays, things are not that simple. Distance education, better known as online learning started a revolution in the schooling system. The 21st century offers us numerous possibilities for learning, inside and outside the classroom, for both children and adults.
By Elena Willson7 years ago in Education
How to Stay Fit During the Holidays
The dangers of potentially expanding waistlines and mental and physical stress are very real at a time when we are supposed to be relaxing and giving thanks for each other and our many blessings. How then, can we stay mentally, physically, and emotionally fit throughout this merry season? The following tips will help you sail through the holidays while focusing on the simpler things in life, giving thanks for the wonderful things we do have:
By Paisley Hansen7 years ago in Longevity
Best Udemy Courses for Value Investors
Udemy was founded on the premise that “the world’s best teachers aren’t always found in classrooms.” They offer courses in a variety of topics and in over 50 different languages, so there’s definitely something out there for everyone.
By Roland Barnes7 years ago in Trader
11 Curious Things You Ought to Know About Mangoes
I’ve included this mango article as part of my "Tropical Fruit Inspiration Series," in which I list a number of curious things about some of my favourite tropical fruits and plants. The tropical vegetation is an endless source of inspiration for me, in design, in the kitchen, even spiritually. Sweet mangoes are the all-round fruit we get to eat every day.
By Lovelli Fuad7 years ago in Feast
Best Soccer Balls for Training
Soccer, like any sport, has gone through an evolution over the years. The game has become faster, as have the players, and the soccer ball itself has evolved as well. The best soccer balls for training are the same ones that are the best for playing the game.
By Brad Gould7 years ago in Cleats
Santa Took Shrooms
If you ever read fairy tales or played Super Mario before, then you've probably seen this red toadstool mushroom once or twice. However, you’ve probably never guessed that the Amenita Muscaria or Fly Agaric in English is where the very origins of Christmas stemmed from. From Santa's style, reindeer, bag of goodies, midnight flight, sleigh, the way we decorate our houses and even chimney-based entry into homes can all be tied back to the ancestral traditions of the Sami people from Finland—as well as other arctic circle dwellers.
By Sarah McDaniel7 years ago in Potent
The Fundamental Guide to Fixing Your Life
"Sometimes, I don't know how much longer I can go on. Sometimes, I just want to give up. Sometimes I feel so guilty and overwhelmed that I think, maybe, others would be better off if I disappeared. Not dead, but far away so that I may gently fade from their minds over time.""I feel as though I am so caught up in my own life that I lack the power of empathy, and I find it terrifyingly easy to become emotionally-detached at a whim. My life is disorganized and hectic. So hectic, that I don't even have the time to solidify friendships. It's a lonely time. In short, I'm overwhelmed, stressed, and extraordinarily lonely. I have no idea where to start bettering myself and my life..."
By Sierra I7 years ago in Motivation
And the Best 'Jurassic Park' Movie Is...
I'm not the first person to do a list like this and I'm probably not going to be the last but today I re-watched The Lost World: Jurassic Park for the first time in around 15 years and I've now seen all the Jurassic Park movies in 2018 so it felt appropriate to make my own list ranking them from worst to best.
By Danielle T. Murray7 years ago in Geeks
Timmy Xu—the Future Star You Need to Hear
It takes a lot for me to be truly captivated by an artist. Sure, there are lots of bands or acts I listen to for various purposes, such as for background music whilst cleaning, or to relive an old memory; but to truly enjoy an artist and all they have to offer, I have to feel connected to the music.
By Nathan Sartain7 years ago in Beat
7 Pro Tips for Runway Photography
For those of you who have a passion in photography and are interested in the fashion world, have dreams of photographing fashion week events, then becoming a runway photographer is the right choice. Why not? It is the profession that will take you in front of the stage of a fashion show, standing between the splendor of the stage light, keep up with the latest developments in fashion designer works and immortalize it into a beautiful photographic work. Of course, being able to do that isn't as easy as imagining it. Real conditions in the field are not as easy as reading a theory, requires a lot of practice, practice and practice!
By E. NATASHA7 years ago in Photography
Best Slasher Movies on Netflix
It is human nature to embrace the intrinsic feeling of manufactured fear. Obviously, nobody wants to go toe-to-toe with a real-life murderer (I mean, unless you're into that kind of stuff?), but watching some on-screen slashers is always a guaranteed way to get that blood flowing. Luckily, with the best slasher movies on Netflix, it's easier to get your adrenaline pumping like never before. With a wide variety of gruesome films, the flagship streaming service can be your go to for all things gory.
By Timothy Kohut7 years ago in Horror
Reasons Why You Should Learn C++
There are few programming languages more versatile than C++. It can be used to develop complex video games, websites, and graphics-heavy phone and desktop apps. Becoming a C++ expert is a steep slope, but there are too many great reasons to learn C++ with potential benefits that are too great to ignore.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick7 years ago in 01
