The 7 Worst Epidemics in Human History

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Spanish flu

This flu has become the most massive epidemic of all time, both in the number of people infected and in the number of people who died. During the 18 months of the epidemic’s rampage, about 550 million people, or 29.5% of the world’s population, were infected. Of these, 50-100 million died, and thus the mortality rate from influenza was 10-20%. The main reason for the development of the pandemic is post-war disruption and unsanitary conditions, as well as poor nutrition. The epidemic acquired its characteristic name because of the strong outbreak that first appeared on the territory of Spain.

INTERESTING The Evolution of Underwear: From the 1900s to Today

The Evolution of Underwear: From the 1900s to Today

Since the 1900s, such an intimate part of the women's wardrobe as underwear has undergone quite a few revolutionary changes. How did it happen that tight corsets evolved into thin bikini barely covering a naked body? Today we will try to recall the past decades and understand how women's underwear has changed over the years.
INTERESTING Chelsea Hotel — New York Bohemian Habitat

Chelsea Hotel — New York Bohemian Habitat

The New York Chelsea Hotel was built in 1844 and since then has become a magnet for famous writers, musicians, actors, artists, etc. This place has always been not simple, as if a special atmosphere reigned in it, which attracted the whole New York bohemia. What does this place look like now and what was so special about the legendary Chelsea Hotel? More on this later ...
ANIMALS Interesting Facts About Ants

Interesting Facts About Ants

We are used to consider ants an icon of hard work and strength. These small insects were able to create their own hierarchy and build entire cities underground. This collection will tell you about interesting facts that you might not have known about ants ...
ANIMALS Funny Shots of the Uneasy Relationship Between Cats and Dogs

Funny Shots of the Uneasy Relationship Between Cats and Dogs

You probably know pictures from the Internet, which show the true friendship between pets and their devoted love for each other. It is so dear to look at such shots that the heart is squeezed by the sugary sweetness. But, as you probably already guessed, reality sometimes looks a little different and not all furry members of the same family get along as peacefully and amicably. Often their uneasy relationship gives a lot of trouble to their owners, but one cannot argue with the fact that their internecine showdown always looks very comical!