@ZssBecker The Fib Retrace says Golden Pocket begins at roughly $30,300....and if it doesn't bounce before $28,400....we might be in for a ride! Either way, it willl be a blast.
Andrรฉ Renรฉ Roussimoff was known by several things: Andrรฉ the Giant, the Eighth Wonder of the World, and WWF Champion to list a few. But he had another claim to fame: "The Greatest Drunk on Earth."โ
At 7 feet and 4 inches and 550 pounds, Andrรฉ the Giant's immense size meant he possessed a superhuman ability to consume vast amounts of alcohol that would kill almost anyone else. In fact, Hulk Hogan claims that he watched Andre drink 108 12-ounce beers โ in just the span of 45 minutes.โ
Kris Scharoun-DeForge and Paul DeForge, a couple with Down syndrome, celebrated their remarkable 25th wedding anniversary on August 13, 2018, by renewing their vows. Their enduring marriage was believed to be the longest of any couple in which both partners have Down syndrome. Initially faced with opposition, they shattered stereotypes and demonstrated that people with intellectual disabilities can indeed have joyful and fulfilling marriages.
The couple's love story began when they met at a dance, and their connection was instant. Kris fondly recalled, "I looked into Paul's eyes and saw my future." Together, they resided in Syracuse, New York, and cherished their shared moments, often enjoying activities like cooking, bowling, and dance classes.
Sadly, Paul passed away at the age of 56 due to complications from dementia, less than a year after celebrating their 25th anniversary. Throughout his challenging moments, even as his memory waned, his face would light up in the presence of his beloved wife, whose comforting presence continued to soothe him.
"Please, don't worry so much. Because in the end, none of us have very long on this Earth. Life is fleeting. And if you're ever distressed, cast your eyes to the summer sky when the stars are strung across the velvety night. And when a shooting star streaks through the blackness, turning night into day... make a wish and think of me. Make your life spectacular.โ - Robin Williams (as Jack in the movie 'Jack')
The Lauterbrunnen Valley in Switzerland is famous for being an entrance to the Jungfrau and for having 72 magnificent waterfalls, which inspired J.R.R. Tolkien's Elven valley of Rivendell
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In 2007, a 43-year-old man named Lenny Robinson from Maryland sold his cleaning business to pursue his dream of becoming Batman.
He had bought a replica of the iconic suit earlier to impress his son, which he refined over time. Lenny also acquired his own Batmobile, a black Lamborghini.
His mission was to visit children's hospitals and spend time with sick kids, helping them through tough times.
Once, he intervened for a 6-year-old girl with a rare genetic disorder who was being called a liar at school for claiming Batman was her friend. Lenny, dressed as Batman, came to her school, confirming her truth publicly.
However, tragedy struck on August 16th, 2015. Lenny's Batmobile broke down on a highway. As he examined the vehicle, he accidentally stepped too far onto the road and was struck by a passing car.
In 1991, Metallica performed a historic concert in Moscow, held on a military airfield just months before the fall of the Soviet Union. This monumental event was part of the 'Monsters of Rock' festival, where renowned bands like AC/DC and Pantera also shared the stage. What made this concert truly exceptional was the staggering attendance of over 1.6 million people, setting a record at the time. The event was promoted as a symbol of democracy and freedom.
During this period, Metallica was enjoying immense success with their acclaimed "Black Album." One of their standout hits, "Enter Sandman," was performed on that memorable day in 1991. (You can find the electrifying video on YouTube).
Years later, Metallica's lead singer, James Hetfield, reflected on the Moscow show, saying, "Actually, I would have to say the Russian show when we showed up in '91 after the coup, where the country had opened up and was no longer communist. Doing that open airfield, we played with four other bands, and basically, for the first time, it was a free concert out in an airfield, and they estimated a million, or half a million; nobody knew, really. But just being able to play in a place that was fresh and hadn't heard anything like that before, and watching people transform as the music moved them. There were plenty of military personnel who just started taking off their uniforms and rocking out. It was a liberating experience and truly amazing to witness."
In terms of attendance, only two other concerts have surpassed this milestone. Rod Stewart's concert in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, in 1994 drew approximately 3.4 million people, while Jean-Michel Jarre's concert in 1997 in Moscow attracted 3.5 million fans.
The Huaorani tribe, also known as Waorani or Waos, is an indigenous group residing in Eastern Ecuador within the Amazon rainforest. This isolated tribe, consisting of approximately 4,000 members, has a unique cultural and linguistic heritage. Their language is distinct and unrelated to any other known tongue, including Quechua, which is commonly spoken in Ecuador.
Due to their longstanding practice of tree climbing, a crucial skill for their way of life, the Huaorani people have experienced physical adaptations in their feet. The tribe primarily relies on hunting monkeys and other small game using spears and blow guns as a major food source. The combination of a limited gene pool, constant exposure to the challenging environment, and the necessity of climbing trees has resulted in the flattening of their feet. Some individuals within the tribe even exhibit the presence of six toes on each foot and six functional fingers on each hand. Interestingly, the structure of their feet undergoes changes over time, starting with straight toes at birth.
It is worth noting that the Huaorani tribe is not the sole example of human adaptation to specific environments. Certain tribes in Malaysia, for instance, have developed the ability to stay submerged underwater for extended periods to fish for pearls. Their lungs have evolved to process oxygen more efficiently in order to support this activity.
Moreover, the emergence of white skin in early humans who migrated to northern Europe can be attributed to the reduced sunlight in that region. White skin has a greater capacity to absorb vitamin D compared to dark skin, thus facilitating its production despite the limited sunlight.
In general, human feet may gradually become flatter over time when exposed to comparable environments, as the toes tend to spread out to provide enhanced grip and balance.