In 1977, a Saudi prince towed an Alaskan iceberg to Iowa to pitch shipping icebergs to Arabia for drinking water; now engineers are exploring the idea as freshwater scarcity worsens

In a bold venture back in 1977, a Saudi prince attempted to tow an iceberg to address a water supply dilemma. This audacious project confronted considerable engineering hurdles and substantial expenses. With current desalination methods proving both expensive and environmentally taxing, the growing issue of iceberg melting has rekindled interest. Engineers are now revisiting the…

In 1983, Houston built a 56-story skyscraper around a two-story Western Union building

Houston’s iconic RepublicBank Center, rebranded as TC Energy Center, ingeniously integrates an old Western Union facility that proved too cumbersome to dismantle. Retaining this two-story relic within the soaring 56-story skyscraper, the design symbolizes a building within a building. New revitalization efforts are underway to transform this hidden gem into an appealing restaurant space.

5 times Rakul Preet Singh made us rethink our own gym routine: Here are the workout routine that the actress follows

Rakul Preet Singh treats workouts as puzzles, focusing on mindful movement and proper form. Her routine highlights learning balance through challenging Copenhagen planks and core engagement. She respects exercise machines and prioritizes correct posture over lifting heavy weights. Basic barbell deadlifts require caution and a trainer’s watchful eye for safety. Her workouts conclude with deliberate…

Sunny Deol schooled Preity Zinta for calling Bobby Deol at 11pm: ‘Is this a time to call? I didn’t know his dhai kilo haath would answer’

On Kaun Banega Crorepati 18, Preity Zinta made an appearance to promote her upcoming film, ‘Batwara 1947’. She shared an amusing story about Sunny Deol getting upset over a late-night call, emphasizing his strict approach to his brother Bobby Deol’s habits. Zinta also noted her acquaintance with Bobby long before they entered films together, allowing…

In 2015, Indonesia began building a massive reservoir that swallowed an entire village; 11 years later, lost village re-emerges revealing homes, mosque and forgotten streets

After an extended drought, the once-submerged Somang village in Indonesia has resurfaced, allowing a fascinating view of its remains, including houses and a mosque. Originally submerged over a decade ago for a water project, this rare sight into Banten’s history is available for curious travelers to explore as long as the water levels stay low.