"Tree man' regains use of hands"

"Tree man' regains use of hands"

Getty recently caught up with Dede Koswara, better known as "tree man," in his home village of Bandung, Java, Indonesia, where he is continuing treatment for his rare condition. Koswara spent much of his life covered in tree-like warts until he underwent surgery in 2008 to have over 4-pounds of them removed from his body.

A 2008 story in the Telegraph explained Koswara came to be covered in warts:

Dede's ordeal began when he was 15 and cut his knee in an accident. A small wart developed on his lower leg and spread uncontrollably.

Eventually he had to give up work as a builder and fisherman, and scratch a living in a traveling freak show. His wife of ten years left him as it became impossible for him to support her and their two children.

Due to a rare genetic problem, Koswara's immune system has made him unable to fight the Human Papilloma Virus infection causing his body to produce the warts.Source

The "Tree Man of Java" is now able to send text messages and eat from his hands after operations to remove the bark-like tissue sprouting from his limbs.

Litlle Armless Boy (13 pics)

Little Armless Boy
Ever imagined what life would be like with a missing body part? And imagine not having both your hands.

Extreme food : Hand Meat

These are the pictures (idle) shaped meat monster hand. The first picture is a picture of meat coated with potato and spinach. The second picture somewhat different, his fingers were put onions and soy sauce before frying. The third picture is coated with cheese and ketchup and a fourth was given with cheese, finger made from red onion.

Extreme jellyfish - GIANT jellyfish, Beautiful Viewed, don't Arrested

Echizen jellyfish is this fuss Japan, grew by 2.2 meters in diameter and still weighed more than 300 kg.

The giant jellyfish was not just one or two, but invation with a large number or group in the Pacific coastal waters in Japan.

As reported Ananova.com, jellyfish big super swim / float the waters of China and Korea, where each year's jellyfish breed.




And with their super-size it, surely that jellyfish can be dangerous, even the size of it, they can destroy and poison the fishermen Jarring also destroyed the catch.

Ya so much, once a fishing boat overturned after a jellyfish were caught in their nets.

The Natural Camouflage Photos

Below are some photos of natural camouflage of the extreme animals

Great Genius of the Hellenic Times - Thales of Miletus

It is legendarily told that, by the time of 550 BC, Pharaoh Amasis wished to build up a pyramid higher than the Cheops's one -- then, there was the need to know the measures of this pyramid. However, it was not an easy task: to measure the height of an oblique façade solid.

Someone suggested to the pharaoh the name of a Greek man who lived in Mileto -- Thales. To solve the problem, this geometrician man traveled to Egypt, going to the Giza upland to execute the measurement. There, the Greek man waited until the sunset. After some time, he said to astonished Egyptian people: "I will be back in propitious times with the Cheop's pyramid height." Then, he went to Greece -- and the Egyptian wise man became perplexed and suspicious. When would come these propitious times?

Super Six Bond Girls

I don't want to seem repetitive, talking about a theme that has been talked over several times, but, since I've already wrote about the Bond Cars, I should, at least, say a word about the Bond girls. The women-objects, who add some sparkle to the movies of the saga, are, afterall, an important part of its success. Besides, they're a pretty good standard of the aesthetic pattern of the era when each movie was made: fashion, the ideal beauty of the time and other, more subtle aspects...

The beauty of these women is more or less seen as unquestionable. Some of them even posed for Playboy... So it's hard to chose them based on the beauty criterion, but the relativity of this concept is also one of the interesting questions the series brings up. I chose six Bond girls, the ones I consider more important, not necessarily prettier or more interesting by today's standards. Anyway, if you'd like to see them all, you can find them here or here. It's all there...

One of the "oldest" is Ursula Andress, featured in the first James Bond movie, Doctor No. The actress' face

Greatest Picture Ever

Weird Creatures Found In A Trench In Russia

These weird creatures were found in an abandoned foundation pit in the Russian city of Chelyabinsk. I even don’t have an idea on which animal it can remind me. It really looks weird and scary, i wouldn’t like to hold this one in my hands.

The Dead Weather @ Marquardt Trucking Company

Top 10 Bizarre Tourist Attractions

Here is a list to help anyone heading off on a vacation. Instead of seeing the usual tourist attractions

, why not check out some of this more offbeat ones? There is something for everyone and you may even end up making new friends with equally strange taste.

10. Noodle Bath

Japan

The Japanese do everything that other people do, but sometimes in very different ways. One day because somebody thought it was mundane to have a bath with water and soap, he decided to have bath in Noodles and soon enough other people wanted to do the same. Apparently, pepper collagen, the ingredient used in pork broth improves metabolism and clears your skin. Acne is also said to vanish after one session. This same bath previously filled their spas with beaujolais wine and chocolate.

9. Vale de la prehistoria

Cuba

It is not certain whether Fidel roped in Michael Crichton to oversee the construction of this experiment in anachronism, but even Jurassic Park’s creator would feel a little bizarre in the milieu of life-size prehistoric creatures completed by inmates from a nearby prison. Spread over an area of 11 hectares, the 200 life-sized prehistoric creatures in the Santiago de Cuba province range from the brontosaurus to cave men, creating a kind of Communist theme park with shades of the Flintstones thrown in.

8. Karni Mata Temple

India

Rajasthan, India. The land of Maharajas, palaces, deserts, camels and-the Karni Mata temple which not only serves as a refuge for rodents but a place where they are worshipped as well. Built in the early twentieth century by Maharaja Ganga Singh of Bikaner in reverence to Karni Mata, a female Hindu sage, the temples ostentation serves as no indication to the experience one is going to get. So high is the status of rats in this citadel of devotion that an accidental death of one of the inhabitants will require a replacement with a replica in solid gold.

Top 10 Most Dangerous Places on Earth

In keeping with this site’s love of helping out with holiday plans, this is a list on the top 10 most dangerous places in the world – these are all places you might consider not visiting when planning your next holiday. Some of the items may be a little controversial, but you are, of course, free to ignore our advice and go anyway!

10. Russia

In this crime-ridden, ex-Soviet state, no longer does the government stuff their Armani suits with rubles, but the vandals and gangsters. The Russian mafia runs amuck, there are more gangsters than police, and a Russian is assassinated every 18 minutes, averaging 84 murders per day in a nation of 143 million. The nucleus of Russian crime is stationed in the Republic of Chechnya, a region within Russia just north of Georgia. Prostitution, drug trafficking, and underground restaurants are arbitrarily controlled by the Chechens. Foreigners are kidnapped more frequently due to the higher ransom allocated. Crimes towards include but are not limited to: pick pocketing wallets, cell phones, cameras, cash, and physical assaults. From superpower to Third World country, think tanks are beginning to speculate if communism really was the cure for Russia. [Source]

9. Brazil

For anyone traveling to Brazil, it is not a matter of whether you get mugged, it is a matter of when! Grinding poverty still lives alongside incredible wealth in a country that is riding a wave of economic growth. But with prosperity, rates of crime have also soared. Street crime is rampant in parts of Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paolo, and whilst many victims are left unharmed, having a broken bottle put to your throat for your bracelet is not pleasant. The incidences of “quicknappings” has risen in major cities. This involves being abducted and taken to an ATM to pay your ransom. If you can’t pay, thanks to mobile technology, your family is only a call away. Along with street crime, organized criminal groups have waged wars against police and public institutions that were unable to be bribed. Prison riots are brutally suppressed, drugs and narco-terrorism claim civilian casualties and if you survive all that – the piranhas are waiting.

8. South Africa

Any nation described as the ‘rape capital of the world’ should be one to take extra special care in. Although rape had shown a declining trend to 113.7 in 2004, it increased in 2005 to 118.3 per 100 000. Another damning statistic for South Africa is its appallingly high murder rate. The 2010 World Cup host is consistently in the Top 5 list of countries by homicide rate. Most crime is confined to poor areas but it hasn’t stopped gated communities springing up all over South Africa and armed guards protecting wealthy tourist groups. Farming in South Africa has become one of the most dangerous professions in the world. The murder rate for farmers is 313 per 100 000 – about 8 times the national average. And like anywhere, sex can be very dangerous in South Africa, where more than 10 million people are infected with HIV.

Ana Lúcia Hickmann - "The model with the longest legs"

Ana Lúcia Hickmann (born March 1, 1981 in Santa Cruz do Sul, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil) is a Brazilian model who has worked for Victoria's Secret, Nivea, L'Oreal, Clairol, and Bloomingdales. She has appeared in the South African version of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, and graced the covers of Brazilian Vogue, Marie Claire, and Elle.

She currently distributes her own clothing and cosmetics lines, manages a photo studio and a DJ agency, and also hosts the daytime program Hoje em Dia, aired by Brazilian TV network Rede Record.
Hickmann was once listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as "The model with the longest legs", measuring 48" (122 cm) (measured from hip to heel) out of a total height of 73½" (6'1½"/187 cm). Since 2002, the Guinness Book no longer lists this title.

Photographs that shook the world: Omayra Sanchez

Many see this photo from 1985 as the beginning of what we nowadays call "media globalization", because Omayra Sanchez's agony was followed by television cameras from all over the world. Despite all the footage that was recorded by those tv cameras, it was this photograph, of a shocking reality and humanity, that went down in history as the first broadcast of the pain and death of a human being.

10 Must Visit Cities In The United States of America (USA)

The Statue of Liberty and White House, Disney World and Hollywood, Broadway and Wall Street – these images come to mind when thinking of the United States. The third largest country in the world has many amazing cities and plenty of natural attractions to put on must-see list. And this list could stretch on forever. There are a huge number of unique fabulous cities in America that absolutely worth a trip, but just don't get their fair share of the limelight. Have you ever been to Bar Harbor Maine or Savannah Georgia or Portland Oregon? If the answer is No, then you should! But if I have to choose top ten must-visit cities in America, I have to stay with the usual suspects. After all, you haven’t been to America if you haven’t seen cultural icons like the Statue of Liberty and Golden Gate Bridge, or natural features like Grand Canyon and Lake Tahoe. So, here you are 10 Must Visit Cities in the United States.

New York

New York

I think everybody would agree that New York is one of the most fascinating cities not only in the USA but in the entire world. Therefore it HAS to be on must-see in America list. What makes it so fascinating? First, of course, its architecture – Manhattan skyline is absolutely incredible. Second, its multicultural personality – New York is a true melting pot of ethnicities and cultures. And finally, nowhere else in a world you would find that many best restaurant, best hotels, museums and theaters concentrated in such a small land area of 23 square miles - that’s how small Manhattan is. And whatever your passion in culture, entertainment or food is, you’ll find it here. Don’t forget that besides Manhattan, there are four other boroughs in New York with plenty of things to do and to see.

Well, if New York has everything, then maybe the must-visit cities in America list should has only one city – New York? Not quite right. There are much more in this incredible country than just New York.

Boston

Boston Common

While New York is defined by its skyline, Boston is distinguished by its vibrant neighborhoods. From the fashionable Back Bay to oldest Beacon Hill to colorful Chinatown to historic North End – all neighborhoods of Boston has its own personality and distinct appeal. A stroll around this old city is like reading an American history textbook. Follow the red line marking the Freedom Trail and come across Boston Common, the Old North Church, Paul Revere's house and Bunker Hill. Each stop represents a chapter in American history. Being cultural and commercial hub of New England, Boston absorbed all best from the region, including best food such as Maine lobster and New England clam chowder. Try them when in Boston, they are best you can find in all country.

Washington DC

The Washington Monument and Cherry Trees in bloom

The city is particularly glorious in spring, when its many gardens and park are in bloom. While visiting the White House, take the White House Garden tour and view the Jacqueline Kennedy Garden and Rose Garden – they are absolutely splendid. Sightseeing in Washington DC wouldn’t cost much – most of Washington DC museums and memorials are free.

Top 10 Most Expensive Watches in the World

This Post is about Top 10 most expensive watches in the world. Let’s take a look at the most expensive watches you may be interested to buy if you are the multimillion mama's baby boy. Here is the list of "Top 10 Most Expensive Watches in the world". I'll be thankful to god if My Girl Friend presents me any of these watches.

10. Louis Moinet Magistralis: $860,000
Lois Moinet, a brand since 1806 is definitely an important part of Replica Watches of the watch making history. It is an amazing watch presented by Lois Moinet. It's made up with 18 Karat gold and has a movement that displays a minute repeater, perpetual calender and a push-button chronograph. It's the first and only brand to create a watch featuring an authentic piece of the moon. Louis Moinet Magistralis is in 10th place of our most expensive watches list with price tag $860,000.


9. Classical Billionaire Tourbillion: $998,000

The Corum Classical Billionaire Tourbillon is an ultra-limited edition wristwatch set with 850 diamonds (17.95 carats), white gold and covered by sapphire crystal glass, and boasts a dazzling skeleton dial with skeleton hour and minutes hands.

The watch is manually wound with 90-hour power reserve and features Caliber CO-372 by Corum and La Joux-Perret. 30 meters water resistant,Transparent sapphire crystal dial with roman numeral hour markers. Manual winding tourbillon movement and Deployant buckle. Classical Billionaire Tourbillon is a limited wrist watch released by Corum, and only produced 10 piece on this unique wristwatch The Classical Billionaire Tourbillion comes in many versions with price ranging from $325,000 to $998,000.


8. Hublot Black Caviar Bang: $ 1 Million
It's a Hublot’s limited-edition Black Caviar Bang based on their highly acclaimed Big Bang model. This limited edition beauty boasts of an 18k white gold case and a clasp that features hundreds of precision-cut black diamonds. Packed with 322 diamonds on case and 179 on the bezel and another 30 on the clasp at the end of the rubber strap. The watch uses the Hublot caliber HUB Solo T movement which is a tourbillon volant which has a power reserve of a hundred and twenty hours. Hublot Black Caviar Bang comes with the price tag $1 million and this makes it 8th most expensive watch in the world

Creative Painted Dogs (15 pics)

Dogs Painted to Create Panda Dogs and Dog Tigers

The mysterious human desire to paint its pet dogs so that they look like other animals which are not dogs has reared its head once more, with a selection of painted dogs being displayed in China.

Church Basement Filled with Sculls Pics

The pictures are from a church in Old Churilin Arskoe District of Tatarstan and they clearly indicate that it holds a lot of secrets. You will see that the basement has skulls arranged in a checker board manned. The guide lives in a room next to the skull filled basement. The reason for the skulls to be there and for them to be arranged like that  is still a mystery and even the guide doesn’t seem to have all the answers.

As the guide shows the rest of the church, the already spooked visitor will definitely wonder that the pattern on the floor is. It is nothing but the bird droppings from the star shaped rods placed below the roof. The church remains open for all its parishioners to visit at all times. The last picture is the damaged and disintegrating tombstone in the church cemetery.