Ever wanted to take a drive on the wild side? Here are 10 of the most dangerous roads from all over the world. These roads are dangerous for all sorts of reasons, from ones that twist and wind like the Death Road in Bolivia and the Stelvio Pass in Italy to those full of terrorists… Continue reading 10 of the World’s Most Dangerous Roads [PHOTOS]
Tag: Culture
The latest in digital culture, new media, history and other interesting global news.
Enjoying a Moment: Then Vs. Now [COMIC]
When was the last time you enjoyed seeing the beauty of a fiery sunset reflected in the open water? That is, when was the last time you felt in awe of nature and didn’t also feel the need to post a photo of the scene on Instagram and/or Facebook? Comic by Truth Facts
How You Spend Your Time on Facebook [CHART]
Did you know the average user spends 40 minutes per day on Facebook? While much of that time is spent trying to adjust your Facebook privacy settings and avoiding ads in your news feed, the rest of it is usually spent frolicking on Facebook. From stalking exes to searching for old friends to make sure… Continue reading How You Spend Your Time on Facebook [CHART]
Jailbreak: Congress Passes Bill to Legalize Unlocking Cellphones
In a win for the U.S. public, the House of Representatives passed a bill on Friday allowing consumers to remove the digital locks on their cellphones and legally switch between mobile carriers. Until now, consumers risked fines of up to $500,000 and five years in jail for “jailbreaking,” unlocking phones without a phone company’s consent.… Continue reading Jailbreak: Congress Passes Bill to Legalize Unlocking Cellphones
13 Unbelievable Places in America To Visit Before You Die
Ever wanted to take a cross-country road trip through America? When you think of the United States, whether or not your first thought is of the magnificence and beauty of the country, here are 13 epic places from Florida to California, Texas to Montana that you need to visit. 1. Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness, Colorado Image… Continue reading 13 Unbelievable Places in America To Visit Before You Die
9 People You Meet at IT School [COMIC]
Are you an IT professional? If so, chances are you got some type of IT or computer science degree and got to meet a few characters along the way: from the bandwidth leecher to the noob to the overachiever. Do you remember the folks you went to school with? Comic by Commit Strip
Comic-Con’s Hot Panel Discussions for 2014 [CHART]
As expected the new Batman has been a hot topic at this year’s Comic-Con in San Deigo. But one has to wonder about the winged-crusader – if he doesn’t actually fly or have sonar, why is he really the “Batman?” And Friday’s are usually dedicated to Star Wars-inspired events, so hopefully with a new movie… Continue reading Comic-Con’s Hot Panel Discussions for 2014 [CHART]
How Video Games Compare to Real Life [COMIC]
Have you wondered how little old Zelda could carry around so much junk? While the dude from Halo can run around all day in full-armor without breaking a sweat, unfortunately, we humans do get tired. While video games can feel ultra-realistic and suck up much of your free time and life, the truth is they… Continue reading How Video Games Compare to Real Life [COMIC]
