10 Cars That Changed Formula One

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10 Cars That Changed Formula One

The first champion

The Alfa Romeo 158 practically invented the Formula One racer, and remains one of the sport's most successful cars. First produced in 1938, the 1.5-liter, front-engined car weighed just over 600 kg but produced more than 300 bhp. It carried Italian Giuseppe Farina to the first F1 world drivers' championship in 1950 and a modified "159" model took the title in 1951, cutting the template for lightweight, narrow-bodied, agile F1 cars.

9 Ordinary People Who Changed History

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9 Ordinary People Who Changed History

 
Rosa Parks: Wouldn't Give Up Her Seat
Tired from a full day's work, Rosa Parks boarded a Montgomery bus on December 1, 1955. When she refused to obey the driver's order to give up her seat in the "colored" section for a white person, she was arrested for civil disobedience. Parks' act of defiance, and the Montgomery Bus Boycott that followed, are recognized as pivotal moments in the Civil Rights Movement.

Breathtaking Photos of Europe (44 Pics)

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Breathtaking Photos of Europe
Anyone who lives in Europe, has ever been there, or even dreamed of visiting knows the incredible variety, striking characteristics and history driven culture that exists on this continent. We bring you collection of 44 best photos from all over the Europe. 

Belgium

Latest Bridal Mehndi Designs 2014

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Latest Bridal Mehndi Designs 2014


 Mehndi or Henna is a paste that is bought in a cone shaped tube and is made into designs for men and women. It is also derived from the Sanskrit word mendhikā. The use of mehndi and turmeric is described in the earliest Hindu Vedic ritual books. It was originally used for only women's palms and never for men, but as time progressed, it is more natural for men to wear it. Haldi (staining oneself with turmeric paste) as well as mehndi are Vedic customs, intended to be a symbolic representation of the outer and the inner sun. Vedic customs are centered around the idea of "awakening the inner

10 World’s Most Beautiful National Parks

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10 World’s Most Beautiful National Parks

National parks are naturally beautiful. Most parks were declared parks to preserve the wild beauty that makes them so amazing. While nearly all these protected areas are pretty, a number are simply amazing in their beauty. Take a look at the list of the most beautiful national parks in the world.

1. Snowdonia, Wales


Snowdonia National Park is set on Snowdon Mountain. The mountain is 3560 feet tall and as picturesque as it is peaceful. Lakes and rivers are set amid trees and rocky outcroppings, making it the perfect place to practice photography. Visitors will also find old buildings, including several castles within park borders. The history of the area is full of folk tales and legends and makes it an even more exciting place to visit.

The Top 10 Smartest People In The World

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The Top 10 Smartest People In The World

The human brain is a mysterious and powerful part of a human’s body. Everything else cannot function without the brain; nothing will ever make sense without the human mind. It has always been a wonder how the brain functions and why humans have varying levels of intelligence. Some are just more intelligent than the others, and some just have IQ levels that the simple mind cannot fathom. One cannot help but be in awe with the top 10 people with the highest IQ’s.

 
10. Stephen Hawking
A man of Science, a cosmologist, and a theoretically physicist, Stephen Hawking has never failed to amaze everyone with his impressive IQ of 160. He was born in Oxford, England in 1942. In spite of having amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), he has proven how his mind can overpower his condition. His notable IQ has made him go bigger than his paralysis. His contribution to Science and Cosmology is unparalleled as he used quantum mechanics and the theory of relativity in introducing cosmology to everyone. In 2009, Hawking was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, which is the highest award that can be granted to an American civilian. 

The 40 Most Wanted Gadgets Of The Last 40 Years

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The 40 Most Wanted Gadgets Of The Last 40 Years

 
2013: Google Glass
Whether anyone ever uses it is another matter 


Top 10 Most Expensive Whiskies In The World

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Top 10 Most Expensive Whiskies In The World

One of the best ways to end a day is by enjoying a glass or two of whiskey. Strong and relaxing, whiskey is a distilled alcoholic beverage created out of fermented grain mash. While different kinds of grains may be used, such as barley, corn, rye or wheat, all of them are aged to perfection in wooden barrels generally made out of charred white oak.
Some of the best whiskies have been in storage for decades. Here is a list of the top 10 most expensive whiskies in the world.

53 Hollywood Stars Before And After Make Up 2014

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53 Hollywood Stars Before And After Make Up 2014

 Alica Silverstone

Fascinating Facts about US Military

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Fascinating Facts about US Military

The United States spends more on its military than rest of the top 15 nations with the highest military expenditure. The rest of the list includes China ($119 bn), UK ($59.6 bn), France ($59.3bn), Russia ($58.7bn), Japan ($54.5bn), Germany ($45.2bn), Saudi Arabia ($45.2bn), India ($41.3bn), Italy ($37bn), Brazil ($33.5bn), South Korea ($27.6bn), Australia ($24bn), Canada ($22.8bn) and Turkey ($17.5bn). The US spends $698 billion. (Figures courtesy Stockholm International Peace Research Institute).


The total known land area occupied by US bases and facilities is 15,654 square miles — bigger than Washington DC, Massachusetts, and New Jersey combined. 11 more after the break...

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