Travel around the world

National Museum of Natural History / Photo from Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Diamonds are known for their extraordinary cut and brilliance; the famous large 45.52 carats blue Hope Diamond is no exception either. But what sets it apart from its other dazzling counterparts is the eerie legend of curse attached to it. Currently displayed in the Smithsonian Natural History Museum in Washington, D.C, ... Read More

Rarely had the supersonic debuted successfully in the commercial travel platform – legal, economic and technological issues taking its toll on Concorde few years ago. However, contemplation for attempts to shrink the peripatetic routes with aerial speed continued. One of the latest in series of attempts – SBJ, is expected to be the first supersonic business jet in the world. Developed by Aerion, a ... Read More

For all music buffs around the world sticking to latest audio gadgets, bit-compression rates have always been a tragedy. Even the first-rate sound systems accompanied by hi-tech peripherals fail to deliver, when its source is in not-so-attuned MP3 format. However, the Sooloos Music Server comes as a welcome surprise. Essentially, it is a no-compromise product that has been conceived by three great talents ... Read More

Of the alleged brands of costly champagnes, it has taken to the record books – Perrier-Jouet champagne a 12-bottle limited edition, with each bottle priced at US$ 6,485 (Euro 4,166) sets the record for the costliest champagne ever offered. A product of the French drink firm Pernod-Ricard, the entire set of 12 is expected to be sold at an astounding price of €50,000. ... Read More

For the designers, Concept Camaro Coupe is a benchmark that could only be described by three words dynamic, strong and memorable. Its design carries influence of the classic Camaros (1967- 1969). With a lean proportion, short deck, long hood and dominant fender shape it offers excellent proficiency. The concept car with V8 engine has a complete fetish look overwhelmed by an angular package. With ... Read More

Not too many people know about the versatile engine for road, race and sports - Alfa Romeo 8C reigning through the 1930s. On deciphering the extended nomenclature 8C, it refers to the Alfa Romeo’s straight 8-cylinder engine. Designed by Vittorio Jano the 8C racing engine was one of the incomparable pieces by Alfa Romeo from 1931 to its desertion in 1939. With further enhancements, ... Read More

The word 'robot' sounds lifeless, but you will not blame anymore when you see the robot dog. It is the perfect companion for the older people, trapped in isolation and grief. The lifelike robot dog helps to alleviate loneliness and serve as a great boost to the pent-up emotions for the thousands of aged women and men, who yearn for a lively support to ... Read More

Considered the richest man in India, Mukesh Ambani will have a billion dollar home that will make lots of people look up at it in awe and admiration. A house of 27 stories, isn't that kingly? If you are wondering how many people are to stay in the house, know that apart from Ambani himself, there will be his wife Neeta, their three kids ... Read More

In most offices or other work places, it is common to see workaholics dealing with urgent stuffs suffering with time, to brew a steaming cup of coffee or tea. Handling a deluge of emails and having a cup of steaming refreshment at the same time – it is just unmanageable. However, now there is an office warrior in the form of The USB ... Read More

Transforming the definition of a toilet - a simple utility to an item of décor, Wendy Gold specializes in the art of designing toilet seats. The brain behind this unique art de toilette, Wendy gained recognition in 2001, after launching a line of high profile toilet seats in San Francisco. The exclusive style and design of the art de toilette seats lured many to ... Read More