What really happens to your body on a flight

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From oxygen deprivation and cosmic radiation to loss of taste, your body can suffer some worrying effects during air travel. But how can they be avoided?

You’re nearly 100 times more likely to catch a cold

There’s nothing more discomforting than sitting alongside a sneezing, wheezing traveller in cramped quarters for hours on end. Recent studies might have you believe that these fears are well founded.

Researched compiled by Comparetravelinsurance.com.au  recently claimed that the likelihood of catching a cold is more than 100 times higher during a flight. (more…)

Mind blown amazing photos…

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Bioluminescence from glowing plankton in sea tide line on beach, with stars above and ship lights on horizon, Vaadhoo Island, Raa Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean, October 2010

We’re not kidding you – these travel destinations actually exist and aren’t a figment of your imagination. Be prepared to have your mind blown as you browse through these amazing photos.

Sea of Stars, Maldives

This stunning sight is caused by bioluminescent phytoplankton that emit light when stressed, giving the appearance of a starry night in the sea. (more…)

The World’s Oldest Cities …Travelers Alike

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There is a certain old world aesthetic attached to the historic cities in the world. As a history buff, I’ve always wanted to visit these cities. The amount of carnage they have witnessed through the years, the historical monuments, and its cultural and social importance; all only add to the persona. You always wonder what life was like in these cities. How did people live in them? What transpired in these great cities? Archaeologists have found some of them being dated all the way back to 1000 BC. Unfortunately, some of these cities witness unrest even to this day. Some have been destroyed and have become unhabitable and raging with war.

Here are a few cities that are known to be the oldest cities in the world.

1. Damascus, Syria

Damascus is the largest city in Syria. It's widely believed to be the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world. It's been in the possession of Romans, the Arabs and the Ottamans. With its vast history, it obviously attracts tourists from all over the world, until recently when unrest struck. Earliest Habitation Dates Back To: 4,300 BC.Famous for: Umayyad Mosque, the city’s greatest tourist attraction is said to be home to the head of John the Baptist. It also contains the mausoleum of Saladin and is believed by Muslims to be the place where Jesus (Isa) will return at the End of Days.: Damascus, Syria © Tohota Damascus, Syria Image credit: Tohota

Damascus is the largest city in Syria. It’s widely believed to be the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world. It’s been in the possession of Romans, the Arabs and the Ottamans. With its vast history, it obviously attracts tourists from all over the world, until recently when unrest struck.

Earliest Habitation Dates Back To: 4,300 BC.

Famous for:  Umayyad Mosque, the city’s greatest tourist attraction is said to be home to the head of John the Baptist. It also contains the mausoleum of Saladin and is believed by Muslims to be the place where Jesus (Isa) will return at the End of Days.

2. Jericho, Palestine/West Bank

Jericho is a city located near the Jordan River in the West Bank of the Palestinian territories. Jericho has remained inhabited and dry throughout history, despite it being located below sea level. Many records of settlements in Jericho date back to 11, 000 years. Earliest Habitation Dates Back To: 9,000 BC.Famous for: St. George Orthodox Monastery in Wadi Qelt which was built in the late 5th century AD by John of Thebes, the monastery clings to the cliffs of Wadi Qelt. The monastery has been destroyed and restored across the centuries and is open today to pilgrims and visitors.: Jericho, Palestine/West Bank Jericho is a city located near the Jordan River in the West Bank of the Palestinian territories. Jericho has remained inhabited and dry throughout history, despite it being located below sea level. Many records of settlements in Jericho date back to 11, 000 years. Earliest Habitation Dates Back To: 9,000 BC.Famous for: St. George Orthodox Monastery in Wadi Qelt which was built in the late 5th century AD by John of Thebes, the monastery clings to the cliffs of Wadi Qelt. The monastery has been destroyed and restored across the centuries and is open today to pilgrims and visitors.: Jericho, Palestine/West Bank

Jericho is a city located near the Jordan River in the West Bank of the Palestinian territories. Jericho has remained inhabited and dry throughout history, despite it being located below sea level. Many records of settlements in Jericho date back to 11, 000 years.

Earliest Habitation Dates Back To:  9,000 BC. (more…)

அப்பாவி மக்களிடம் பணம் பறிக்கும் வங்கிகள்!

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நம் நாட்டில் தனியார் வங்கிகளின் ஆதிக்கம் நாளுக்கு நாள் அதிகமாகிக்கொண்டே வருகிறது. அவர்கள் கடைப்பிடிக்கும் நடைமுறைகளை அடுத்த  சில  மாதங்களில் பொதுத் துறை வங்கிகளும் பின்பற்றத் தொடங்கிவிடுகின்றன. இதனால் பாதிக்கப்படுவது என்னவோ அப்பாவி மக்கள்தான். ஒரு சின்ன உதாரணத்தைப் பார்ப்போம்.

பணம் தர மறுத்தாலும் கட்டணம்!

உங்கள் வங்கிச் சேமிப்புக் கணக்கில் எவ்வளவு பணம் இருக்கும் என உங்களுக்குத் துல்லியமாகத் தெரியாது என்று வைத்துக் கொள்வோம். நீங்கள் சுமாராக ரூ.1,000-க்கு மேல் இருக்கும் என நினைக்கிறீர்கள். உங்களது அவசரத் தேவைக்கு ரூ.1,000 தேவை. எனவே,  நீங்கள் ஏடிஎம் மெஷினில் கார்டை நுழைத்து, ரூ.1,000 எடுக்க முயற்சிக்கிறீர்கள். ஆனால், உங்கள் கணக்கில் ரூ.990-தான் உள்ளது. எனவே, நீங்கள் கேட்ட தொகை இல்லை என ஏடிஎம் மெஷின் பணம் தர மறுத்துவிடுகிறது. உடனடியாக உங்கள் வங்கிக் கணக்கிலிருந்து ரூ.25 சர்வீஸ் கட்டணமாகக் கழிக்கப்படுகிறது. இதற்குப் பெயர், ஏடிஎம் டினையல் ஃபீ (ATM Denial Fee). அதாவது, ஏடிஎம் மெஷின் உங்கள் கணக்கில் பணம் இல்லை என உங்களுக்குத்  தெரிவிப்பதற்கான கட்டணம். உங்களுக்குத் தேவையான பணம் கிடைக்காததுடன், கூடுதலாக ரூ.25-யை நீங்கள் இழந்ததுதான் மிச்சம். (more…)

Healthy Snacks for People with Diabetes

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10 Healthy Snacks for People with Diabetes

The result of a poor and unhealthy diet, sedentary lifestyle and long working hours have become increasingly worrisome. And diabetes happens to be the most dangerous of them all, plaguing millions across the world. It not only puts people at the risk of obesity, heart disease and a stroke, but also triggers an extreme lifestyle change.

Diabetes is commonly known as the silent killer and in many cases is diagnosed accidentally. This makes it extremely important that we are aware of the symptoms which can help in an early diagnosis and possible recovery. (more…)

MOST DANGEROUS AIRPORTS IN THE WORLD

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BARRA AIRPORT, SCOTLAND: This is a unique airport that uses a beach for its runways. The airport is the only one in the world that turns a beach into a runway. Flight times have to be scheduled according to high tide. Sometimes cars in the parking lot have the lights on to help pilots see where to land.

BARRA AIRPORT, SCOTLAND: This is a unique airport that uses a beach for its runways. The airport is the only one in the world that turns a beach into a runway. Flight times have to be scheduled according to high tide. Sometimes cars in the parking lot have the lights on to help pilots see where to land. (more…)

Best universities to study at around the world

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The Center for World University Ranking (CWUR) released its annual rankings of the 1000 best universities of the world by judging the quality of education and skills developed by students and also identifying the stature of the faculty members and the quality of their research. The rankings were based on eight parameters: Quality of Education, Alumni Employment and Quality of Faculty each contribute 25 per cent to the overall score, while, Publications, Influence, Citations, Broad Impact and Patents each contribute 5 per cent.

Here’s a countdown of the Top 50 outstanding institutes on the planet. For the complete list, click here.

All You Need to Know About Rolls-Royce – 2.5 Crores

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Think of some of the best luxury cars that are currently on sale around the world, and chances are, that you will end up thinking of more than one model made by Rolls-Royce, and the company’s line up in India has just become a lot more impressive. The Rolls-Royce Dawn has been launched in India at a price tag of Rs 6.25 Crore (ex-showroom price). The car is the second four-door convertible coupe by Rolls-Royce and is placed below the Drophead Coupe. Although, the company says that it is much more than a Wraith without a roof, which is true given that the Dawn features 80% unique body panels from its stable mates.

Rolls-Royce-Dawn-rear © Provided by IBNLive Rolls-Royce-Dawn-rear Rolls-Royce Dawn from the back. (Photo: Rolls-Royce) (more…)

Health Habits… Before Turning 40

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<p>Don’t smoke, eat better, exercise, and sleep more – these are often referred to as the basics of <a href="http://www.theactivetimes.com/fitness/n/6-workout-secrets-longevity"><strong>longevity</strong></a> but the reality is a <a href="http://www.theactivetimes.com/fitness/your-first-time/20-natural-habits-keep-you-young"><strong>little more complex</strong></a>. People can’t ignore their age. Making this <a href="http://www.theactivetimes.com/fitness/n/21-worst-things-you-can-do-your-body"><strong>mistake can lead to</strong></a> weight gain, heart problems and chronic illnesses brought by unhealthy lifestyles. A lot of <a href="http://www.theactivetimes.com/fitness/n/top-17-signs-there-s-something-wrong-your-thyroid"><strong>hormonal changes are happening</strong></a>. Any imbalance can have an effect. Before you know it, a routine checkup finds your <a href="http://www.theactivetimes.com/content/exactly-what-happens-your-body-when-you-eat-ton-sugar"><strong>blood pressure to be too high</strong></a> and you’re pre-diabetic. </p>

Health Habits You Need to Break Before Turning 40

Don’t smoke, eat better, exercise, and sleep more – these are often referred to as the basics of longevity but the reality is a little more complex. People can’t ignore their age. Making this mistake can lead to weight gain, heart problems and chronic illnesses brought by unhealthy lifestyles. A lot of hormonal changes are happening. Any imbalance can have an effect. Before you know it, a routine checkup finds your blood pressure to be too high and you’re pre-diabetic.
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Fat-Fighting Ingredients Worldwide

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I secretly get excited when I have a late night in the office or don’t have time to pack my lunch. Why? It means I get to order take-out from a new restaurant.

Sure, I love cooking at home, but my recipe repertoire is mostly limited to roasted veggies, pasta, and grilled chicken. And that’s exactly why I look forward to ordering a meal at the closest Thai, Middle Eastern, or Mexican restaurant, which would typically be out of my cooking comfort zone. Not to mention, they’d probably require certain ingredients I don’t keep stocked in my pantry.

And that got me thinking…

What kinds of foods am I missing out on just because I don’t use them in my everyday meals? And which can also provide powerful fat-fighting benefits. Just look at the Mediterranean diet; it’s entirely centered on which ingredients are used to make up your meals. And it’s those ingredients which make that diet one of the most effective ways to prevent obesity, cardiovascular disease, and metabolic syndrome, according to a study published in the Journal of Obesity! (more…)