The marvels of human architecture are well-known, but did you know that many animal species have adapted into incredibly resourceful architects as well? They utilize environmental factors to construct clever adobes that provide opportunities for protection, safety, reproduction, and survival. They make ample use of the resources available to them, such as pebbles, twigs, leaves, bottle-caps, straws, and even their own saliva!
Is your commute killing you? In this infographic, Euroffice covers these effects by looking at a number of studies carried out across the world. This includes studies by Gallup-Heathway, based on a survey of over 150,000 commuters, on the correlation between long commutes and back pain, high cholesterol and their emotional well-being. These studies are supported by other studies, which have shown that for every ten minutes spent commuting to work, you lose ten fewer social connections.
It might be tempting for the groom to take a back seat and let his fiancée run the show when it comes to wedding preparation, but it’s a landmark day for him too so he should be just as involved as his partner. Also, those privileged enough to be chosen as groomsmen (and particularly the best man) should reward the groom’s faith by being as thorough and enthusiastic as possible with the tasks they undertake in preparation for the wedding.
So you want to renovate your home? The key to any successful renovation is planning, more planning, preparation, and more preparation. You’ll need to do your homework on costs, financing, contractors, permits, materials, and more. The best way to approach the process is to allow yourself time to take it step-by-step and not have to rush into any decisions.
The team at ForRent.com looked at the 100 highest-grossing horror films of all time and the 100 most critically acclaimed horror films of all time to figure out just where America’s scariest place to live is. Here is a breakdown of the spookiest/ most deadly states, according to top-grossing horror movies.
Trampolines are not just for getting energy out in the backyard; they are a huge part of sports and Olympic history. Trampoline enthusiasts everywhere have George Nissen, a diver and gymnast, and Larry Griswold, also a gymnast, for building the first trampoline. It quickly gained momentum and by 1964 it made its mark in the world of sports with the first Trampoline World Championship held in London. A mere three years later, trampoline was recognized in the United States as a sport, as well.
Do all animals sleep? When does a dolphin have a chance to take a nap? Does a horse need to lie down to get some shut-eye? Do opossums and bats really sleep upside-down? Here are some fun facts about animals’ sleeping habits, put together by Sleepopolis, that may surprise you.
Our phones are intertwined in our lives, our habits and our identities. The results of scientific studies continue to demonstrate just how important phones have become to our daily lives. In this infographic, Ooma.com displays a timeline of what people experience an hour after their cell phone is taken away from them.
If you’ve ever experienced the devastating effects of heroin, you know that some people would rather stick with the drug than go through detox. While going through withdrawals can seem like torture, it is necessary in order to reclaim control over your life.
What do Barack Obama, Richard Branson, Bruce Lee and Jessica Ennis-Hill have in common? Apart from being very successful they’re also known as early starters! Want to know their secrets? Check out this infographic entitled “8 Morning Secrets Of Successful People.”
