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- Top 10 Most Inspirational Speeches Ever Given
- Top 10 Obscure Geniuses You Need To Salute Right Now
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- Top 10 Computer Scientists Who Changed The World
- Top 10 Google Chrome Tips And Hacks
- Top 10 Coolest Looking Animals
- 6 Ways To Feel Happier At Work
| Top 10 Most Inspirational Speeches Ever Given Posted: 03 Sep 2013 10:50 AM PDT There have been some fictional speeches by characters like Mark Anthony by Shakespeare who changed the course of history through his monologue. It kept the audience enthralled play after play. But then, real life always beats fiction. There have been great speeches delivered by people throughout history which not only brought about a political/social change, but sowed seed for a new revolution to take over the world. Some of speeches like those of Mahatma Gandhi and Winston Churchill have helped their nations in the dark hours when there was not even a light seen at the end of the tunnel. Here is a list of 10 most inspirational speeches given by famous people, though they are not placed in order. It is not easy to make choice as to which is the best speech ever delivered to inspire people because they have all left a different impact on the world. 10. Steve Jobs' speech at Stanford University:I consider the speech delivered by Steve Jobs in 2005, when he was a year into fighting cancer very inspirational, because he talked about his personal experiences which included success, failures, love, relationships, aspirations and even death. His personal reflection is known to have inspired many youngsters. Famous quote: "Stay hungry. Stay foolish."
9. Nelson Mandela at the trial:'I am the first accused' began Nelson Mandela at his trial in 1964 and went on to deliver a very inspirational speech. After being arrested following a tip off from the CIA, Mandela was sentenced to five years in prison in 1962 for inciting people of South Africa against the government. In 1964 he was further accused further for treason, conspiracy, sabotage to overthrow the government. Famous quote: "It is an ideal which I hope to live for and to achieve. But if needs be, it is an ideal for which I am prepared to die".
8. “I have a dream” by Martin Luther King, Jr.:Martin Luther King, one of the most prominent black civil- rights leader delivered his famous speech 'I have a dream' at Lincoln Memorial on 28th August, 1963. He spoke about equality of men using Christian rhetoric, which held thousands gathered there spellbound. Though he did not live to see it, his dream did come true. Famous quote: "The difference between a dreamer and a visionary is that a dreamer has his eyes closed and a visionary has his eyes open"
7. John F. Kennedy's inaugural speech:The inaugural speech delivered by U.S. President John F. Kennedy on Friday, January 20, 1961, immediately after taking the presidential oath invited the Americans to unite against their common enemies of tyranny, poverty, disease and war. It is just one little proof of his oratory skill. Famous quote: "And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country. My fellow citizens of the world: ask not what America will do for you, but what together we can do for the freedom of man".
6. Winston Churchill (Inspirational Speech following Dunkirk Invasion):The speech delivered by Winston Churchill at the House of Commons on 4th June, 1940, soon after he took the post of PM, is considered to be an absolute classic even by his critics. The speech gave hope to the people who were feeling lost by the Nazi onslaught and an impending defeat of neighboring country France. His speech is said to have averted the disaster that would have followed with negotiations with Axis powers which was considered rightful thing to do by many. Famous quote: 'We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills; we shall never surrender….. '
5. Mahatma Gandhi (Indian Independence Movement):Mahatma Gandhi has made a huge impact not just on India, but the whole world with not just his speeches and writings, but also with his lifestyle and non-violent ways. One of his most memorable speeches was delivered at the Banaras Hindu University on 4th February, 1916 to elegant audience. His speech is said to have outraged everybody present, including the British, which rightly turned out to be a keynote in Indian struggle for independence. Famous quote: ‘There is no salvation for India unless you strip yourselves of this jewelry and hold it in trust for your country men.’
4. Swami Vivekananda at Chicago World Congress of Religions:Swami Vivekananda delivered a speech at the Chicago World Congress of Religions on September 11, 1893 which is said to have introduced the true meaning of Hinduism and bridged the gap between the Western and Eastern religious beliefs and spirituality. This also flamed the interest of westerners in Yoga. Famous quote: 'I am proud to belong to a religion which has taught the world both tolerance and universal acceptance. We believe not only in universal toleration but we accept all religions as true'.
3. Abraham Lincoln (Gettysburg Address):No man has made such a huge impact on the devastated audience in just 265 words and speaking for just about 3 minutes. In 1863, he sent a heart rending plea to the nation to pay tribute to the soldiers who laid down their lives fighting for 'Liberty and equality', the principles worth dying for. Famous quote: “Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent, a new nation, conceived in liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal.”
2. Socrates Apology:Speeches have at times failed to achieve its goal at the time, but have left an inedible mark on history and continue to inspire people even today. Such a speech was delivered by Socrates when he was charged by the Athens Jury of 'corrupting the youth' and misleading them with his philosophy. He was convicted and had to kill himself but he made the world realize that human knowledge will always be woefully limited. Famous quote: “The hour of departure has arrived, and we go our ways — I to die, and you to live. Which is better God only knows.”
1. Speech of Alexander the Great at Hydaspes River, India:Alexander was not satisfied with his conquests even after the fall of Persian Empire. He continued his invasion into India in 326 B.C. when his men lacked enthusiasm to move ahead after 10 years of being away from homes. Alexander then used his oratory talent, learned under guidance of Aristotle to inspire his men to continue fighting and win against many odds. Famous quote: ” ….whoever wishes to return home will be allowed to go, either with me or without me. I will make those who stay the envy of those who return”.
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| Top 10 Obscure Geniuses You Need To Salute Right Now Posted: 03 Sep 2013 08:01 AM PDT The world has seen all of them, right from the very 'best' to empty propagandists. Both the categories receive extensive media glare and are talked about greatly. It's for their genius or idiocy they receive so much recognition and whole world lives to know more about them. There also lives a breed of 'obscure-geniuses' that rarely finds a mention. Their legendary works do receive recognition but for them aloofness is the way of life. Here are top 10 obscure geniuses who are a classic example of superhuman intelligence. 10. Philip Roth:It's hard to find a writer with the intellect and creativity as Philip Roth for one cannot rate him with the same criterion as many others who are recognized. Unlike Kit Reed, Roth is not only underrated but unpublicized too. Inspite of his powerful writing, Roth's genius still needs to be appreciated.
9. Johann Sebastian Bach:Even for his unusually attractive musical arrangements, Bach's genius went largely unnoticed. But, as the world witnessed a revival of interest in innovative musical scores, Johann specialty Baroque gained some recognition. Though for most part of his life, the prodigy was not recognized but it was Bach who brought together the very best of German, French and Italian music.
8. Henry David Thoreau:He was one from the rare breed of scientific writers whose writings about social activism and nature have left a mark. His writing is also considered distinct from others because of underlying meanings they carry. Thoreau couldn’t find a publisher for many of his works during his lifetime. It was only in the 20th century that he received some kind of acknowledgment for his work. His days of solitary confinement make him the right candidate to be listed here.
7. John Keats:This great writer lived a very short life. But, the huge volume of romantic literature that he left behind for the others to feed upon makes him the best in the field. Keats work was not appreciated during his lifetime for which Keats himself may be partially responsible for he was shy of sharing much of his work with others.
6. Giovanni Verga:If we critically consider the literature writings from the world over in terms of expression of thoughts then Giovanni Verga stands second to none. Unfortunately, this great writer who gave many jewels to the field of literature doesn’t find himself showered with as much respect and gratitude as many others much slighter to him. Despite the fact that this Italian novelist is read in almost all parts of the world, it's nothing more than a dilemma why he is underrated.
5. Woody Allen:This American scriptwriter, comedian, director, producer and play writer is considered to be one of the bests in the celluloid world ever. However, his movies received more critical appreciation than others in his time. His comic timing and acumen were out of the world. He kept to himself a lot and is considered as one of the best comedians or humor creator, the world has ever seen.
4. Vincent Van Gogh:Considering the amount of work this prolific artist produced during his lifetime, Vincent Van Gogh should have been among the top 5 best painters of all time. Also, what makes him all the more special is that he suffered from epilepsy and depression. It was only after his death that his works begun to be notice and valued in Belgium, Germany and Netherlands. What lends him recognition today is the high price that his paintings/portraits command. One of his most famous works is the portrait of Dr. Gatchet.
3. Emily Dickinson:Known to pen down one of the most classic poetries of all time, Emily Dickinson was a pre-modernist poet of her time. She is rarely regarded as the very best among the crop of poets in her generation for the only reason that she lived in recluse and rarely interacted with the intellectual society of the time. She was surely an under-rated genius whose work only gained substantial recognition after her death.
2. Vladimir Voevodksy:Vladimir Voevodksy who is currently a professor at the Indian Institute of Advanced Study in New Jersey has radical research to his credit in the field of algebraic geometry and algebraic topology. For his outstanding contribution in developing 'homotopy theory' he even received Fields Medal in 2002. For all the revolutionary research work that he did, Vladimir is still considerably inconspicuous on the world stage.
1. Grigori Perelman:The number 1 in the list of obscure geniuses, this Russian mathematician is known for his landmark contributions in the field of Riemannian geometry and geometric topology. His is known to contribute abundantly to the field of analytical and geometric structure. The man turned down many awards and recognitions in his life including the Clay Millennium prize in the year 2010. This 47 year old legendary mathematician maintains a distance from the media. For the very reason, he is faintly perceptible and not much recognized for the amount of revolutionary work he has carried out in mathematics.
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| 12 Strange Connections Between Indian Politics and Media Posted: 03 Sep 2013 07:01 AM PDT Many have already accused that many of the Indian media houses serve their viewers manipulated content. Here, manipulation doesn’t mean that the news they present is false, its simply means that they try to change your outlook towards a political party that they support. It might sound astonishing but this is the harsh reality running on since many years. Although people have broadened their outlook in recent years but they definitely succeed in manipulating the minds of the “unwashed masses”. In this list you will be enlightened with strange political connections of some media houses. With such a strong relation it is easy to imply that their opinions are highly influenced by a particular party. Vinod SharmaHe is the editor of Hindustan Times political affairs department. Being an important figure of the renowned media house his opinions must be neutral but rather he holds a strong inclination towards Congress.
Sonia Singh (NDTV)She is the wife of Uttar Pradesh Congress MP, Union minister and ex-princely state ruler.
Lokmat (also IBN Lokmat)Lokmat is a Marathi daily and a news channel and its key market is in Maharashtra. This is another story of political influence at a media house. Its owners and editor in chief are siblings Vijay Darda and Rajendra Darda. While Rajiv acts as a congress MP, Rajendra is a congress MLA and a minister in state government in Maharashtra.
Karan ThaparHe’s another popular figure who works for CNN IBN and occasionally writes editorial pieces for Hindustan Times. Something that very few people know is about his familial connection with the Nehru family.
Barkha Dutt and Vir SanghviTheir bias towards Congress is not a mystery as their acts were exposed in the Radiagate scandal. They acts as Congress spokepersons and in return have been awarded Padma Shris and monetary rewards by the party.
Rajiv ShuklaRajiv Shukla is currently a Member of the Parliament in Rajya Sabha, vice president of BCCI, IPL chairman, Union minister and a industrialist. He owns a media group called News 24. Although this media house (can be considered a playground of Congress) isn’t widely known but the idea to spread the filtered policies of congress is very well executed.
Prannoy Roy and Radhika RoyBoth of them are the promoters of NDTV. Radhika Roy’s sister Brinda Karat is a renowned CPM activist. Also, Brinda’s spouse Prakash Karat acts as the CPM Politburo General Secretary and has supported Congress over BJP in many situations.
Shobhna BhartiaShe is the owner and editor-in-chief of Hindustan Times. Not many people know that she also serves as a Congress MP from Rajya Sabha.
Sagarika GhoseWife of Rajdeep Sardesai and the co promoter of CNN IBN, she along with her husband are popular for being used as pawns by Congress.
N. RamHe acted as the owner and editor in chief of the glorious media group The Hindu until 2012. Earlier he was the vice president of the Students Federation of India which is essentially a unit of CPM dedicated to students.
Nidhi RazdanShe is an highly acclaimed news anchor and her most famous show is Left Right Center that airs on NDTV. The shocking revelation is that she is the current girlfriend of the chief minister of Jammu & Kashmir Omar Abdullah (he divorced his wife recently).
P. Sainath (The Hindu)Those who are familiar with this name are aware that he supports the communism mindset promoted by the Nehru’s. He is an highly appraised journalist and his ties with congress are clear. He is the grandson of V.V. Giri (congress member who served as the president of India) and the nephew of Congress member V. Shankar Giri.
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| Top 10 Computer Scientists Who Changed The World Posted: 03 Sep 2013 06:34 AM PDT A computer scientist is one who works on the theoretical side of computer systems. Computer scientists evolved in the principles, models and theories of mathematics, engineering and economics, come up with a framework that paves the way for development of a truly innovative set-up, of which millions are benefiting. The way they have revolutionized the world is totally inimitable in itself. It is because of their extensive contributions that computer technology has managed to take up such an important place in the today's world. Here are top 10 computer scientists, best known for radicalizing the modern world with their hyper-geeky ideas. 10. Tony Hoare:He is credited with development of tools that are used for determining the correctness of computer programs. He designed ways of understanding the working process of various programs which execute at single time and are as well interrelated with each other. The field of distributed network computing owes a lot to this computer scientist.
9. Judea Pearl:Pearl pioneered a generalized scheme by which uncertain relationships between variables can be represented. The scheme named 'Bayesian network' holds an important place in the field of algorithms. His statistical methods can solve the problems on uncertainty with much ease. A major portion of work on artificial intelligence till date uses the scheme established by this scientist.
8. Ted Codd:This great computer scientist is known for developing the 'relational model' that provides a mathematical and fundamental framework for data management and querying. For the revolutionary work done by Ted Codd, we are lucky to have certain tools at our disposal that changed the dynamics between computers and us.
7. Charles Babbage:This English polymath is known for originating the concept of a programmable computer. Known as the 'father of computer', Charles Babbage is credited with construction of the first mechanical computer that was more or less a prototype for more complex designs. Some even consider him to be the actual grandfather of computer evolution who didn't get as much credit for his noteworthy works in the field as he deserved.
6. Edsger Dijkstra:He defined the concept of computer programming with his elegantly poised mathematical style. His programming logics were based on reasoning. Edsger contributed through certain concepts that empowered us in coordinating the work of multiple distributed programs. The algorithms designed by him are valid till date.
5. Barry Boehm:No one before had worked on software economics in such a way as Barry Boehm. He is considered to be the pioneer of software engineering and software economics. His concepts of software modeling have improved the industrial practice in software engineering industry. Barry was also involved with the organization of software development processes. His significant insights in the field of software engineering helped in the improvement of the concept of organizational-structure for software development.
4. Sally Floyd:The scientist is renowned for contributing to the development of certain protocols, formats and rules that made communication very effective over the span of networks. Also, Sally is known to provide many solutions particularly in the field of network dynamics and congestion control. Sally has contributed immensely in solving problems related with excessive traffic over restricted network links. The models contributed by Sally are stand among the very best in establishing healthy communication standards.
3. Robin Milner:He is credited with automating the processes used in proving complex logical theorems. The process is critical in reasoning out various properties associated with programs. Robin is also known to develop a theoretical framework for analyzing synchronized systems. The framework is used to understand and solve problems related with areas such as mobile computing.
2. Adi Shamir:Co-inventor of the RSA algorithm and Fiege-Fiat-Shamir Identification Scheme, Adi Shamir is an Israeli cryptographer. He has made several contributions to computer science. His invention of differential cryptanalysis is considered a landmark addition to the field. Shamir's other works include 'Shamir Secret Sharing Scheme' and linear time algorithm for 2-satisfiability.
1. Don Knuth:This great scientist contributed noticeably to the study of computational complexity. This theory forms an essential basis in understanding the resources which are used by various algorithms to solve a problem. The man also penned down a book named 'The Art of Computer Programming'. The book is recommended for every young computer programmer to learn about diverse kinds of algorithms and data structures.
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| Top 10 Google Chrome Tips And Hacks Posted: 03 Sep 2013 05:18 AM PDT It's not possible to imagine using and managing your internet activities without a good browser. Some years ago, it was Internet Explorer that used to be the king and the only browser available, but with rapid commercialization of web services, a number of browsers are now available with advanced options that make browsing more productive. No doubt, Firefox and Opera enjoyed the privilege for quite a long time, but the browser that has beat all others is – Google Chrome. That's right. Chrome finds its way to our laptops, PCs, notebooks, tablets and smartphones as the first choice for many reasons. Here are top 10 Google Chrome tips and hacks to verify why that is so. 10. Generate Passwords:Every time a website asks you to create an account to access the content, you imagine wasting 5-10 minutes typing all those general personal details required to create it. Password is one of them. Chrome can solve it for you. Just take some time to view Chrome Flags. Type “chrome://flags” or “about:flags” into the search box or bar, and chose the best option from the served list of cool tweaks. It will take the burden of filling in passwords whenever the browser comes across an account creation page. Remember to sign into your Chrome account and to enable the password manager. It'll work with Windows, Linux, and iOS.
9. Arrange/Manage multiple tabs:Chrome allows you to re-arrange the sequence of multiple tabs. You just need to drag the tab to the position where you wish to put it without disturbing other tabs. In simple words, you can place a tab with a specific website before and after another tab to suite to your purpose. In case, too many tabs are opened in the browser window and you find it hard to come back to a specific tab, you can choose to pin the tabs or view the tabs showing a glance of the website icon on every tab opened in your browser.
8. Tab Overview:Mac users value this specific feature for the easy experience of accessing most frequently opened websites. Simply, go to "about:flags” in browsers search bar and then look for 'Tab Overview.' You'll be able to make use of MacBook's trackpad, which is quite a good experience if you find your routine browser settings boring.
7. Tumblr/Pinterest Posting:Tumblr addicts find Facebook less luring. A great share of social networking uses tumblr and that's why Chrome features buttons to enable you to post anything that is opened in your browser directly to your tumblr profile. It's an extension, which you can be found labeled as 'Post to Tumblr' extension, which lets you share any image with different options when you right click on it. Something similar goes with the Pinterest pinbord. Like 'Post to Tumblr', Chrome has an extension for Pinrest as well. However, instead of right click; it works like a button on the bookmark bar. Click the button and it'll pick up the content and images automatically from the page for you to choose from.
6. Make Reddit experience better:Reddit claims the most knowledgeable and intellectual users of social networking sites, especially, after the fall of Digg. It features exclusive and most relevant content. Chrome gives Reddit lovers myriad extensions to improve and enhance Reddit’s overview or appearance along with performance on Chrome. 'Reddit Companion' is one good example of such options. You can vote and view posts and comments after you add it to the info bar of Chrome. It also lets you view link images without clicking or opening a new tab. For Reddit commenting, you can try Threaddit. There are number of other application for Reddit for you to explore.
5. Omnibox:When you aren’t sure about the exact URL address, the Google search box comes to your rescue. However, first one has to open Google in a tab to search for the URL. Chrome Omnibox works as a Google search bar when it comes across an incorrect URL address or only a keyword. Type anything in your chrome bar and instead of telling you that this URL isn’t valid, it'll use the Google search to guide you to the correct one.
4. Secure browsing or secret mode:Open Chrome and press Ctrl + Shift + N, and a new window will open, which is the incognito mode for private browsing. Browser doesn’t record any browsing history, download history, and even the cookies are deleted after you close the browser. A very common utilization of incognito mode is to use it to login into the same site with different users. For instance, you have two different Facebook accounts, which you can't long into simultaneously in single browsers, but in incognito page, it's possible. That means you don't need to install an extra browser to use your fake accounts.
3. Monitor your browser with Task Manager:Open Chrome and press Shift+Esc. A box, similar to window taskbar, will appear with details of what's going on your browser, like which tab or extension is taking most of your memory, CPU/Network Bytes Sent or Received/FPS to the browser, apps, or even display the process ID. It lets you control and monitor the performance of the browser.
2. Do Not Track:If you are using the latest version of Chrome (Chrome 23), then you can stop any website from tracking your browsing activity. It's also known as DNT. Press Alt+E or Alt+F, choose Settings, scroll down until you see 'Show Advanced Settings' option in the bottom, and chose to enable DNT.
1. Plethora of keyboard shortcuts for easy browsing:To save time and add fun to your browsing, Chrome gives you the liberty of accessing its features through a wide range of short cuts. Obviously, it's much better than jumping into setting through the info bar and search for the feature you wish to access. The list is quite long, but some of the shortcuts for most needed features include the following: Alt+F – Open the wrench menu (i.e chrome settings menu) Alt+Home – Go to home page Alt+Left Arrow – Go to the previous page from your history Alt+Right Arrow – Go to the next page from your history Ctrl+J – Go to downloads window
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| Top 10 Coolest Looking Animals Posted: 03 Sep 2013 03:42 AM PDT They said man was made in the image of God, and yet the animal world is replete with creatures which have intrigued man over eons. Its not surprising that a lot of them have found place in mythology as Demi Gods and Demons. Some animals have earned the reputation of being the symbol of hope others as doom. This article is an attempt to identify the top 10 coolest looking animals that dwell the earth. I have not included insects, birds or sea creatures. Some of them are so cool that they are at the brink of extinction.. I guess people just can't get enough of them… 10. Wolf:The Wolf has always been the symbol of the Strong. It is a common motif in the foundational mythologies of the Eurasian and North American civilizations. It is a fierce predator and a social one, hunting in packs often engaging in role playing while chasing prey. Cool Quotient: Eyes, Jaws, Fur. A wolf is born with deep blue eyes which lighten over time and become amber brown or gold. A cold hard stare from a wolf can run shivers down the spine of anyone. The Jaws consist of 42 teeth with a pair of fangs (canines) on either jaw. The fur or pelt of the wolf grows thicker during the winter making it look intimidating and majestic at the same time.
9. Star Nosed Mole:This one looks like it walked straight out of a 1950's sci-fi movie. Found in Canada and and North Eastern United States, the star nosed mole relies mostly on invertebrates, aquatic insects, worms etc. for its food. As such it is a good digger and swimmer. It is these conditions of hunting that nature gave it the most amazing tool which allows it to sense its prey even in zero visibility — its nose. Cool Quotient: Nose, Claws. This mole is easily identified by 11 pairs of pink fleshy appendages on its snout and a pair of claws for digging. The appendages form a star shape and are used to identify prey by touching them.
8. Blobfish:Another contender for the sci-fi genre is the blob fish. This fish found off the cost of Australia and Tasmania, rarely comes in contact with humans owing to the fact that its habitat is in the depths of the ocean where pressure amounts to 12 times that of the surface. Just like the blob in the 1958 sci-fi by the same name, this creature also survives by swallowing any edible matter that is available to it. Cool Quotient: Well, the whole thing I guess. The flesh of the blobfish is a gelatinous mass with density slightly less than water. This enables it to remain buoyant and float above the sea floor with relative ease.
7. Tiger, Tiger Burning Bright:When Blake wrote "The Tyger" he was trying to portray the duality between aesthetic beauty and primal ferocity, and he could think of no other creature but the majestic Tiger. Exotic, royal, power, pride all words to describe the tiger. It was an obsession for the British colonists of India to see one. The tiger is a mysterious animal, those that have faced it in the wild have sworn that its eyes have a hypnotic power. Cool Quotient: Striped fur, eyes, Fangs, Beard. Tigers are yellow with black stripes making them invisible in the jungle. Its eyes seem to rip right through your soul and fangs – now you don't want to be caught between them. The most interesting part I find is the mane or the beard which if you observe closely looks somewhat like Wolverine's!
6. Angora Rabbit:This one took me completely by surprise. Found and reared in Turkey, I almost sat on one. Don't blame me you can hardly make out there's an animal inside. Its fur is a source of angora wool (stuff of royalty). Infact this animal made it to most of the royal houses of Europe as a pet (that's as good as being featured in Vogue Magazine in those days). Cool Quotient: Let’s see the fur… ummm a little bit more fur and aaa… more fur I guess.
5. The Emperor Tamarin:This guy got its name from a German Emperor called Wilhelm II, I fail to see the similarity, or do I. Its name started out as a joke but not long after caught on so much that eventually became its scientific name. Found in the amazon basin, eastern Peru, Bolivia, it prefers to spend most of its time in tree covered habitat. Cool Quotient: Moustache. Dudes got whiskers which extend to both sides beyond its shoulders, you know kind of like a small wise man who knows his business.
4. Proboscis Monkey:Ever seen a real dick head, well look no further. It has got a nose which grows upto 10 cm long. Scientists believe the long nose is a result of sexual selection. Ladies dig a dick head. Cool Quotient: Nose, Belly. If a big nose isn’t bad enough , its got a perfect pot belly thanks to its digestive system designed to break down leaves. Its belly gets bloated cause digesting leaves creates gas !!
3. Komodor Dog:Talk about being cool, the first time I saw this one I thought Bob Marley just reincarnated himself. A dog with dreadlocks (I need my bong now). And if you spill some coffee on the floor, all you need to do is whistle. Its long thick corded white fur resembles a mop. This dog is known to be agile and energetic. Just imagine one running right at you, now there's a sight for sore eyes. Cool Quotient: Fur. I think the people who are researching a cure for baldness are not looking at the right place.
2. Aye Aye Captain:If not the coolest definitely the creepiest in this list. The Aye Aye belongs to the lemur family. You may recognize it from the movie Madagascar as Maurice. It has rodent like teeth and middle finger designed to perfection. It uses this finger to locate its prey by tapping on wood. The same finger is used to make a hole and yank out worms, maggots and insects. This finger which is a source of its livelihood is also the reason for its near extinction. Found only in the forests of Madagascar the locals there believe that the aye aye uses its middle finger to pierce out the hearts of sleeping humans. Even the very sight of this creature signifies death. So anyone who finds one kills it. Cool Quotient: The whole package I guess… The next time you get pissed off at someone just aye aye the dude!
1. Axolotl:Axolotl, took me ages to learn how to pronounce that, are amphibious, water dwellers, found mostly in and around Mexico. Their ability to regenerate body parts have made them a subject of research. They're also kept as pets in the US and Australia. Why is it the coolest I don't know — There's just something about this guy, and I can't explain it. Every time I take a look at it I feel it's going to pass me a joint or something Cool Quotient: Just Google this one up, it's just one of those things you can't explain in words. I think I need some Weed now.
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| 6 Ways To Feel Happier At Work Posted: 03 Sep 2013 02:16 AM PDT Are you one of those people who eagerly look forward to Friday and whine over Monday, because you do not enjoy going to work? No matter whether you like it or not, people have to work, there is no escape from it. Most of the waking hours of an adult are spent in work place; in fact, on average an employee spends nearly 1,00,000 hours working during his/her lifetime. That is long period to spend being unhappy. So today you can make a choice, whether you want to enjoy your work and be happy, or be stressed, unhappy and underachiever at your work place. Happiness or unhappiness is not a condition, it is a choice. By following these simple tips, you can make a difference and feel happier at your work place. 6. Anything well begun is half done:Starting the day by being late to the office and feeling stressed is the first step towards being unhappy with your work. More often, when you are in a hurry, you are likely to leave behind something important like the project on which you worked so hard overnight. Wake up early, have a soothing shower, groom yourself and dress to kill. Check out everything you need and leave with a smile on your face. Punctuality begets respect. Be at your work on time or a bit early. Stress free beginning for the day is the first step towards being happy with the work you do throughout the day.
5. Be open to receive and give feedback:Learn the skill of communicating with your boss, subordinates and colleagues to create a happy environment in your work place. Take lead and start communication whenever necessary, instead of waiting for the other person to take initiative. By receiving and giving feedback regularly, you will know how much success has been achieved, as well as, where you need to put in more effort. Communication also helps to recognize where change is needed, in addition, you can place your ideas for consideration. Never hesitate to tell your boss about the tasks you enjoy doing and what area of work stresses you out.
4. Make the right choice:Unhappiness with your work stems from picking the wrong career or organization where you work. Never take up a job that you are not comfortable doing, because, having a right job is necessary for your happiness and contentment not only at your work place, but also at home. The organization you work for should be able to earn your trust and respect. You should feel proud to be a part of the group and its achievements. Never base your career choice on the paycheck, because happiness does not align with the amount of money you make.
3. Promote growth:A challenging job that allows you to learn new things will keep boredom away. Doing your work monotonously leads to tediousness, which can make you feel that you are stuck in a rut. Accomplish things differently; be innovative and creative with your ways. People love to reach the limits of ability and grow further from there. Be in control and take charge to promote your growth at the work place. Be motivated with the purpose of your job and how it is benefiting other people. Be proactive, learn new skills and never hesitate to step in new area to check out how others in the company do their job. It is OK to ask for guidance and help from colleague when you feel you cannot understand something. Remember, 'The man who asks a question is a fool for a minute, the man who does not ask is a fool for life'.
2. Never bite more than you can chew:Biting off more than you can chew will not only lead to problems with your boss due to incomplete work, moreover, it leads to stress, discontent and misery at the work place. With failure to complete the task on time, you come with excuses which at times make your employers look at you with disdain. Be organized by managing your time smartly. Never volunteer for something new, if you already have incomplete work on your hand. If you genuinely feel that the workload is more than you can handle, discuss this with your boss or any other responsible person, who can guide you with a way out.
1. Build up good relationships:Man is a social animal, thus, relationships with other fellow beings matters everywhere, including the working environment. No matter what position you hold, your relationship with your fellow beings contributes a lot to your happiness and success. Friends are not to be found, but to be made with your efforts. Be approachable and reach out to people. If you like to hear good things said about you, then say good things about others and appreciate them genuinely. Learn to differentiate between flattery and appreciation as flattery often has negative effect on people. Finally, decide and make a choice to be happy with your work.
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