Why does a melon cost $27,000 in Japan? Well, if you thought you knew the ‘common’ price for fruits, then think again. In countries like Japan, a rare melon can be sold for as much as $27,000 on auction. Quite…
Why did wealthy New Yorkers ask state to raise their taxes? It is often said that the poorest someone is, the easier they donate what little they have. Which is quite often the case, as those people know how it…
Woman rescued after 5 days in Grand Canyon Amber Van Hecke is a 24-year old student, but she could be anyone of us, really. Who wouldn’t want to explore the world, traveling around? She set out to discover the rare…
Dive into the past of Titanic for $105,000 Who wouldn’t remember the famous song by Celine Dione? There was a time when it constantly played on every radio station. Some hopped with joy, while others cringed. It reminded us of…
Thank you for arresting my daughter Thank you for arresting my daughter. What could a devastated parent possibly do if their only child gets arrested? Especially when that teenager’s crime is underage drinking in a public place? Well, some give…
Rescued dog rescues little girl We all know the saying that a dog is a man’s best friend. Is it true the other way around? Meet Peanut, formerly known as Petunia. Her former owners abused her and she was a…
Why is Norway the happiest country on Earth? When people think about abundance and happiness, they often mistake it for being rich. But alas, it isn’t the richest country that was named the happiest of them all. The World Happiness…
Sesame Street has a way of making everyone feel accepted Many of us know (and love) Muppet characters. Miss Piggy and Kermit the Frog stole our hearts many years ago. The Muppets have become a world-wide phenomenon since their launch,…
All passengers survive plane catching on fire There is a saying that every plane lands (somehow), none of them remain in the air forever. What happens when the pilot can’t see the runway? If after landing that same plane catches…