Funny Laws From Around the World

Photo 5 of 19

United Kingdom

In the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland it is considered treason to stick upside down a postage stamp depicting a queen or king. And if you decide to pay a visit to the parliament building, do not waste time looking for knightly armor, you will still not be allowed into them. A fine of £ 100 is also threatening if you shout “Taxi!” Even if you really need to use their services. But in London they decided that this was not enough and adopted a ban for citizens to impersonate “a pensioner living in Chelsea,” as well as beat their wives after 9 p.m., “because screams can interfere with the citizens’ rest.”

ANIMALS Animals That are Almost Impossible to Find in the Wild

Animals That are Almost Impossible to Find in the Wild

The main problem of the extinction of these rare animals is the overpopulation of their habitats, global catastrophes and weather disasters. So far, people have not wiped out unique species of fauna from the face of the earth, let's look at those who can hardly be found in the wild ...
SOCIETY What Did the Most Beautiful Women in the World Look Like 100 Years Ago?

What Did the Most Beautiful Women in the World Look Like 100 Years Ago?

Each period in our history is distinguished not only by significant events and moments that turned its course once and for all, but also by certain standards of appearance that were adopted at one time or another. Today we offer you to see what were the standards of beauty 100 years ago among women and which of them were considered at that time the most attractive, charming and desirable ...
CELEBRITIES Nobody knows about Elon Musk! 15 facts

Nobody knows about Elon Musk! 15 facts

The well-known billionaire and invent Elon Musk never tires of surprising the world with his incredible ideas. This man managed to achieve really great heights in the technology industry, develop a promising business and become the idol of millions of people! His ambitions destroy all the usual framework of the possible, and ideas strike the minds of even experienced professionals. It seems that his whole life is accessible at a glance, but still there are a few things that you are likely to learn about for the first time today ...
ANIMALS 10 Erroneous Facts About Animals

10 Erroneous Facts About Animals

Some knowledge about animals was passed on to us by word of mouth, some we learned at the school desk, and some we learned from the media. But is all our knowledge true? We picked up 10 erroneous facts about animals that you might not have guessed about ..
SOCIETY 9 Reasons Why You Can Not Leave the Child Alone in the Car

9 Reasons Why You Can Not Leave the Child Alone in the Car

Probably, every parent who has his own car, faced with a situation when he had to think, "How long can I leave the child alone in the car?". The answer to this question is categorical and unequivocal: if you need to leave for even a few minutes, in no case leave the child alone in a closed car! You can put his life and health in serious danger, and the consequences can be irreversible! The 9 main reasons that will clarify this ban will be described in today's selection ...
INTERESTING The Most Ridiculous Reasons for Children’s Tears

The Most Ridiculous Reasons for Children’s Tears

Children can cry for completely different reasons. But sometimes some of them reach the literal ... absurdity! Greg Pembroke, the father of a little boy, once created a website, which is called - "Why is my son crying." Since then, parents from all over the world have sent him pictures for publication in the likeness of those that we will show you now ...
AUTO 10 SUVs With Which it is Better Not to Measure Anything

10 SUVs With Which it is Better Not to Measure Anything

Most people are accustomed to the fact that an SUV is primarily a car that can overcome any obstacles that may be encountered on the way: whether it be dirt, stones, holes or dense foliage. However, the news of SUVs declare themselves quite boldly: it is better not to compete with them!
SOCIETY 20 Photos From the Days of Prohibition

20 Photos From the Days of Prohibition

In the United States, Prohibition began to operate in 1920 and continued right up to 1933. For 13 years, people have tried in every possible way to circumvent the ban on the sale, production and transportation of alcohol, staged demonstrations, protests, and massively engaged in smuggling. In our time, it is still difficult to imagine the effect of this law in full force. However, what the consequences may be and how people lived during the prohibitions on alcohol can be seen in the next photo selection.
ANIMALS The Best Cat Cafe in the Whole World

The Best Cat Cafe in the Whole World

Cat cafe is an unusual place where you can enjoy a cup of delicious latte with warm feline purring. Such places are a great place for relaxation. Of course, provided that you are not allergic ...