The Unbelievably Delicate Marble Sculptures at Cappella Sansevero

The masterful completion of theVeiled Christearned Sammartino further commissions from the Bourbons and important Neapolitan churches. In addition to theVeiled Christ, Cappella Sansevero also contains another one of Antonio Corradinis sculptureModesty. It reportedly took the sculptor seven years to carve. Bones are held together with metal pins, nails, and wires.

December 9, 2019 · 1 min · 50 words · Michael Delgado

Khuk Khi Kai, The Chicken Poop Prison

Long-term exposure and inhalation of compounds released by chicken poop is harmful to humans as well as animals. City officials later apologized for their actions and promised to cleanup the site. The holding cell was located on the ground floor. Above this was a chicken coop. The floor of the coop was perforated that caused bird poop to rain down on the poor prisoners below. The prison was known as Khuk Khi Kai, or chicken poop prison....

December 7, 2019 · 1 min · 121 words · Bryan Gardner

The Best STEM Gifts for Kids This Holiday Season

It can feel like the holiday toy-buying gets a little out of hand this time of year. Thats why adding a couple of STEM toys into the mix can be such a great middle ground. You cant go wrong with Fat Brains version, theDisgusting Science Kit, which encourages both scientific learningandpotty humor. Itll be the beginning of their rock collection, because childhood is not childhood without a rock collection. (TheirKidnocularsare pretty great, too....

December 6, 2019 · 2 min · 223 words · Andrea Rodriguez

Abandoned Cars in Hawaii

Hawaii is full of transplants who are constantly moving on and off the islands. The proper procedure is to either sell the car or have it junked. But asDavid Morganquips, its easier to paddle the Molokai channel than deal with the Hawaii DMV. Acquiring and keeping these documents up to date is difficult, expensive and time consuming. Obviously, it shouldnt be. But German photographer,Thomas Strogalski, finds beauty in junk. I am fascinated by the thought that in the end nature will take over man, Strogalskitold Colossal....

December 5, 2019 · 1 min · 86 words · Justin Murphy

How Much Water Do I Actually Need to Drink Every Day?

But how much water do weactuallyneed to drive every day? We spoke with a doctor to find out. Because theres no specific measurement that will fit all people, I consultedDr. Pamila Brar, an internist with more than 20 years of experience, to get some basic guidelines. caffeinated drinks like soda), or your medications require additional water consumption, you may need more water. How can I double-check I get enough water? If you always have water with you and have an easy method of refilling (e....

December 5, 2019 · 2 min · 293 words · Paul Donaldson

How to Choose the Best Over-the-Air Antenna for Free HDTV

Heres how to pick the best one for you (along with a few of our favorites). Several years ago, I gave up on cable TV. Luckily, all I needed was a good over-the-air antenna to plug in to my TV. it’s possible for you to too. All you need is a good antenna, but theres no one-size-fits-all solution. you gotta find the right antenna for your location, your living situation and what channels you want....

December 4, 2019 · 4 min · 794 words · Desiree Welch

The Mosaics of Villa Romana del Casale

Many Roman villas, private residences, as well as public buildings, were lavishly decorated with mosaic floors. Some depicted scenes from everyday life, such as athletics playing and ladies bathing. Others were full of drama and violencegladiator fights, hunts and exotic creatures from mythological episodes. Mosaic of a woman playing with a ball on the floor of the Villa Romana del Casale. The complex remained inhabited for at least 150 years, after which it was partially damaged....

December 4, 2019 · 1 min · 169 words · Jeffrey Williams

Hold a 'Study Hall' to Get Work Done

Its not bad to spend some of your work time slacking off or recharging. But sometimes it’s crucial that you buckle down and spend a couple of hours working without distractions. Heres Lifehackers guide to holding your own study hall. you’re free to show up early and stay late. But I like toplan something for afterward, so I have a deadline for finishing my work. Make an agendafor your work session, as you would a meeting....

December 3, 2019 · 2 min · 285 words · Brandi Francis

How to Do Your Holiday Shopping Without Amazon

Amazon stocks everything you could ever imagine purchasing, at prices that usually best its competitors. Or the reports ofgrueling fulfillment quotasthat contribute to employee injuries at a far higher rate than at other warehouses. OrPrime Day strikesby fulfillment center workers demanding better working conditions. Or thecompanys plansto draft facial recognition policy to pitch to lawmakers. Perhaps youve been meaning to quit Amazon, or have already taken the plunge. But now the holidays are here....

December 3, 2019 · 2 min · 260 words · Luis Lopez

How to Write Genuinely Useful Reviews Online

And as helpful as some reviews can be, they are ultimately a crap shoot. Some are useless and angry, and others are so glowing that they cant be real. Heres how you’re able to write those kinds of reviews. We also discussed how important it is tocontribute to the overall betterment of the internet. Now its time to put what youve learned to work. Instead, discuss theexperienceyou had and omit individual names....

December 3, 2019 · 2 min · 388 words · John Stark

The Pigeon Breeders of Cairo

Pigeon keeping is a tradition that is older than Ancient Egypt. For thousands of years Egyptians have reared pigeons both for sport and for food. References to pigeon husbandry can be found in hieroglyphics and Mesopotamian cuneiform tablets from more than 5,000 years ago. A pigeon tower in Cairo. Image credit:Egyptian Studio/Shutterstock.com In earlier times, raising pigeon was a hobby for the rich. Now its the opposite. The more underprivileged and shabby the neighborhood is, the more likely youll find pigeon coops there....

December 3, 2019 · 2 min · 276 words · Monica Black

A Beginner's Guide to Index Funds

As a first-time investor, youre often guided to index funds as the place to start your wealth-building journey. Lets take a look at some index fund basics that can help you orient yourself. As weveexplained before, an index fund is a collection of investments you buy in one package. That packagethe fundtries to mirror a certain performance level for that corner of the financial market. Market capitalization:Companies get grouped by their value....

December 2, 2019 · 2 min · 268 words · Rachel Fuller

How Can I Recharge My Depleted Motivation?

Even the most motivated people run out of steam sometimes. Here are a few strategies for recharging your motivation. Dear Lifehacker,Lately Ive been completely unmotivated to do anything. Getting things done at work is a challenge, and its even worse at home. I dont feel depressed or all that unhappyjust very unmotivated. Is there anything I can do to recharge? Overindulgence, as youve likely noticed, only serves to make the problem worse....

December 2, 2019 · 2 min · 334 words · Mr. Matthew Robinson