The Capital of Culture for 2010
Each year since 1985, one or several European cities are selected as cultural capitals. For this 2010, Pécs (Hungary), Istanbul (Turkey) and Essen (Germany) are the three selected cities; meaning that many events, exhibitions and parades will be held throughout the year. Pécs has up to 2,000 appointments scheduled under the topic of “city [...]
Anti-cheese deodorant for men and anti-onion for women
Sometimes the studies reveal us truly amazing things… But what’s even more amazing is the kind of studies that are being conducted. For example, who thinks of conducting a study about the feminine smell of onions and the masculine smell of cheese? Would it be that there are no more interesting studies to do?
The [...]
The craziest scientific experiments
Due to the many scientific investigations, studies, analyses and experiments carried out through history, nowadays we have the possibility to live in a modern and technologically advanced society. The interesting results weren’t only illuminating, but as well just completely crazy. Yes, you heard it right. Let’s leave the formal language apart and be honest: [...]
Blondes are not so dumb!
It has always been thought that blondes are dumb… Who has not ever heard of this topic? The image of a blonde, shallow, very cute, but silly girl is widely known. But nothing could be further from the truth! Today, the myth has fallen. Blondes have rebelled against the stigma that has always neglected [...]
How to Stop Smoking
“U.S.” are two letters that Zeno Cosini wrote constantly – the main character of “La coscienza di Zeno“, an Italian novel by the Italian writer Svevo. What does U.S. mean exactly? Translated from Italian, “Último Cigarrillo” or the last cigarette, Zeno Cosini lied to himself with the belief that the cigarette he was [...]
Vampires, beyond the hype
Vampires are in vogue, thanks to the popular ‘Twilight’ series, the TV show ‘True Blood’ and movies like ‘Jennifer’s Body’ with Megan Fox. Thousands of teenage girls dream about being bitten by Eduard Cullen, but the modern image of the vampire has nothing to do with old legends. A vampire was an un-dead, a [...]
Nudism in Budapest
Do the social constraints bother you? Are you one of those who like to freely enjoy your own body? Would you like to spend your free time in the most natural way? If you thought that nudism could be practiced only at nude beaches, you were wrong, because naturism has extended in recent years [...]
Men vs. Women
People are weird creatures. Since the very first Homo-sapiens, we see a clear difference between men and women. Even today, the differences between the sexes lead to discussions, misunderstandings and fights in all households, offices and families. But don’t be discouraged, such discussions with your partner are absolutely normal, and besides, it’s scientifically proven: [...]
Budapest’s Underground
Often called the « Pearl of the Danube », Budapest has been Hungary’s capital since 1867. The city was created in 896 and has become over the years an important hub in Central Europe.
Since 1896 Budapest has its own underground network. It’s the second underground to have been built in Europe (the first was [...]
The Invisible Exhibition in Budapest
If you like new experiences or if you feel like you need a little extra emotion, go to Budapest. That amazing city, often described as the “Paris of the East”, offers many opportunities to have fun - especially in the summer. You will get a real taste of the Bohemian atmosphere in many places [...]
