The World Islands is an archipelago in the United Arab Emirates and only one of many other magnificent artificial islands created there. And although the idea of man-made islands sounds very modern, the process has a long history. Many thousands of years ago, prehistoric people used to pile hundreds of boulders on lakes or rivers bottoms to create small islands. We do know the purpose of the "chinampas" – Aztec artificial islands for cultivating crops. What about more modern man-made islands? Nowadays, islands are created for the need for extra space. Many Asian airports are built on artificial islands. However, not all islands are made with a purpose. Most of the New York Harbor islands are man-made, but not all were actually planned. Belmont Island is just a pile of rocks, disposed of while constructing the underwater metro tunnel. The position of the largest man-made island is taken by the Netherlands island Flevoland. But for some people, one island is just not enough, and whole archipelagos are created. Four enormous projects were completed in the United Arab Emirates. One of them is the aforementioned The World archipelago. Let's have a closer look, shall we? #brightside TIMESTAMPS:
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How to increase your IQ? Tons of studies show that intelligence the ability to think outside the box that can get you out of almost any situation. In case you want to increase your IQ, solving logic riddles is a perfect way to boost your brain. They are good for people of all ages because they give our minds a chance to limber up. Also, solving different kinds of logic puzzles is the best way to keep your brain active and sharp. Even if you graduated a long time ago, it doesn’t mean you should stop challenging yourself. So, can you be really attentive and think outside the box? Let's find out! #brightside A favor 0:01
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It has been several decades since gas masks have become a part of the face of each person on Earth. From birth to their last day, every inhabitant of our planet is forced to wear a gas mask. No one knows precisely what happened, but one day all the oxygen on the planet became toxic to the lungs. Somehow, the poisoned oxygen gets into the body through the eyes and ears, too, so you can't wear a mask covering only your nose and mouth. A gas mask with full head protection is required. In the beginning, people couldn't get used to gas masks. Your skin is very irritated, itchy, you want to breathe deeply. And this is only after the first few hours of wearing a mask. Unfortunately, you have to wear your whole life. The worst thing is that there's no salvation anywhere. You can't take off your mask at home. In a small room. While you sleep or while you eat. The only place where you can is vacuum rooms, but inside them, without air, you won't last much longer… Okay, don't be scared. This isn't real. This is just our new what if video. So if you like unusual what if scenarios, you will probably like this one. What if you had to wear a gas mask for the rest of your life? #brightside Music by Epidemic Sound https://www.epidemicsound.com/ Subscribe to Bright Side : https://goo.gl/rQTJZz
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The world we live in is pretty unstable: there're all kinds of dangerous situations or cataclysms going on everywhere! It doesn't mean you have to be afraid of everything but you definitely should be prepared in case of any weird life-threatening situation. Be it a dog attack or a tornado or even a fall under ice while ice-skating on holidays! For example, one of the things you should be aware of even if you don't use it at all – what to do if the building you live in collapses. It's a skill that'll keep you alive during mudslides, tornadoes, gas explosions or earthquakes. The main thing to do is of course stay calm and not panic! what else? Let's learn together! Music by Epidemic Sound https://www.epidemicsound.com/ Subscribe to Bright Side : https://goo.gl/rQTJZz
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It’s scientifically proven that, although the brain isn’t really a muscle, it needs training to stay in good shape. Solving a riddle is a fun way to make your brain think outside the box or sweat with effort. And if you like detective stories, these puzzles give you the opportunity to be like the famous Sherlock Holmes and check your logic and ability to pay attention to tiny details. So, ready to play the part of the detective? We've collected 14 witty brain-teasers, to make sure that your brain will get its daily exercise. How many of them will you be able to solve? #brightside
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So what's new in the world of iPhones? They have so many features that it may take us several months to figure everything out. As a rule, the most useful functions are hidden and can only be found with the help of experts. For example, did you know that the iPhone keyboard has endless opportunities that can make your life better and easier? For example, now you can search for the right emoji with a word or phrase! We all spend a lot of time using our phones. To use 200% of their features, we've collected cool hidden iPhone features that you can start using right now. If you were lucky to grab a brand-new 512 GB iPhone or you just simply updated the old one to the new iOS 14, you’ll get a bunch of new possibilities with widgets! iMessages got updated too. Some updates were made for the weather app. And a lot has been done to the camera! #brightside TIMESTAMPS:
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In December 1970, experienced pilot Bruce Gernon fell into a time anomaly in the Bermuda Triangle. He managed to survive and shared his experience. Scientists were able to explain most of the strange events he saw, but the journey through time is still a mystery. And now there’s a lot of these sky tunnels around the world! Wait, what? Okay, this is our new what if video. We all know that unknown anomalies are observed in the Bermuda Triangle, the place where hundreds of aircraft and ships are said to have disappeared under unexplained circumstances. Bur what if Bermuda Triangle anomalies happen across the planet? So, we start the journey from New York, and our first destination is Los Angeles. The best way to get there is by plane. But while even an ordinary plane is designed to withstand severe storms, yours is special. Your very own iron eagle has a reinforced hull, an enlarged fuel tank, and a rescue capsule that will ensure your survival in an emergency. Okay, you take off into the clear sky. White clouds, bright sun, and no turbulence at all. But suddenly, this peace is shattered by strong winds, black clouds, and bolts of lightning… #brightside Music by Epidemic Sound https://www.epidemicsound.com/ Subscribe to Bright Side : https://goo.gl/rQTJZz
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It’s 1875. There are 38 states in the US. Queen Victoria rules the UK. The Eiffel Tower won’t be built for another 12 years. The Empire State Building – not for another 50! The average life expectancy for a 19th-century female is about 45 years. One woman, born this year, will nearly triple that. Her name is Jeanne Louise Calment… She was born in Arles, France, right at the beginning of the global industrial boom. She was a year old when the telephone was invented. The phonograph followed 2 years later. Then the automobile, radio, TV, the computer, and the Internet over the decades. By the time Microsoft was founded, Calment was already 100. When the first smartphone was invented, she was 117. She knew a world without airplanes and spaceships! But many people noted that Jeanne was always full of energy. She looked and acted 20 or even 30 years younger than her age. So was Jeanne Calment really the oldest person who ever lived? If so, what were her secrets to long life? #brightside Music by Epidemic Sound https://www.epidemicsound.com/ Subscribe to Bright Side : https://goo.gl/rQTJZz
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Studies have shown that puzzles and brain teasers have really beneficial effects on your brain. They sharpen your thinking, boost your memory, help us think outside the box, and overall increase your IQ. They are like a CrossFit workout for your grey matter, to keep it sharp and active. Wanna upgrade your IQ? Train your brain every day! For example, try to crack these 14 riddles. They may look simple, but don’t underestimate them — they may challenge you and make you scratch your head. #brightside TIMESTAMPS:
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