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Bhutan expedition to hunt the Yeti
DragonQuest Adventures will be organizing, for the first time in Bhutan, a three week scientific expedition to search for the elusive Yeti or “Migoi” as it is locally known, in early October 2008. The expedition shall be called “YetiQuest”. DragonQuest Adventures has sought special permission to enter the “Sakten Wildlife Sanctuary, a 650 sq.km reserve created specifically to protect the habitat of the Migoi. This area is also home to many extremely rare animals such as the Blue bear, Snow leopard, Clouded leopard, Tiger & the Takin. Sakten Wildlife Sanctuary is a very remote area in eastern Bhutan and thickly forested with mixed conifer, rhododendrons & bamboo forest. It is also home to the nomadic Brokpas who have regular encounters with the Migoi. The expedition will consist of THREE teams with FOUR members to a team. We would like the teams to consist of mainly serious enthusiasts to ensure that the expedition is both successful and enjoyable. The aim of this expedition will be to prove the existence of the Migoi through pictures & videos or through DNA samples from hairs, bones etc. The method of coleecting these samples must be conducted in a scientific manner and the teams/members will be responsible for bringing along the necessary tools and equipment. Bhutanese do not dispute the existence of the Migoi. They have always accepted it as part of their existence and there is no real desire to prove to the rest of the world that it really does exists.
The Bhutanese consider the Migoi to be an integral part of their culture and they are even depicted in ancient Bhutanese manuscripts. High in the uplands of Bhutan, encounters and sightings of the Migoi are so common among the nomads that it does not stir excitement. For many nomads who have seen the Migoi, the skepticism of Westerners in the existence of the Yeti is seen merely as yet another manifestation of their arrogance. DragonQuest Adventures will be organizing, for the first time in Bhutan, a three week scientific expedition to search for the elusive ... more -
Genius Junk Food: 6 Snacks That Are Actually Good For You - NOT
Men's Health: Full of Sh*t as Usual
Do not believe that eating these foods on a regular basis is good for your health.
Just because a food has "no carbohydrates" but is loaded with fat, chemicals and grease, doesn't make it "actually good for you." Men's Health: Full of Sh*t as Usual Do not believe that eating these foods on a regular basis is good for your health. ... more -
Your cell phone can pop corn?
Is this real or not? Much debate is on the internet ever since this video surfaced.
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60% of statistics are false
The 6 most frequently quoted bullsh*t statistics
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Thinking of a Gas Strike? Think again!
Gas Strikes are stupid, much like every other temoporary "don't buy any of this on one day and change the world!" sort of scheme that you'll get in your email on a regular basis. Usually it's well meaning people, who just don't understand economics that ask you to do these things, but in reality, your efforts do nothing to actually change the problem at hand.
It's a good idea, but one that's not rooted in reality as this article shows very clearly. Pass it on before you pass on another chain email telling everyone to stay away from the pumps this Friday and try to enact some positive change elsewhere. Gas Strikes are stupid, much like every other temoporary "don't buy any of this on one day and change the world!" sort ... more -
Is AIDS a man made virus?
"The epidemic did not begin in Africa. The first AIDS cases were uncovered in Manhattan in 1979. At that time there were no reported African cases. In fact, the AIDS epidemic in Africa did not begin until the autumn of 1982 at the earliest." "The epidemic did not begin in Africa. The first AIDS cases were uncovered in Manhattan in 1979. At that time there were no repor... more
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Abraham Lincoln Alive & Well?
Some say Abe lives in our hearts and minds. I'm telling you he's living in the forest behind this guy's house!
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Words Of Wisdom That Are Actually...Wrong
We've all heard that reading in low light will ruin our eye sight, or that we're supposed to drink eight glasses of water a day, or that turkey makes us drowsy. All believable if we only are able to use 10% of our brains. But that's a myth too! Take a look at this list of those wise words we all swear by for no apparent reason. We've all heard that reading in low light will ruin our eye sight, or that we're supposed to drink eight glasses of water a ... more
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The 5 Creepiest Urban Legends (That Happen to be True)
The best creepy campfire stories are always the ones that end with the words, "...And its all true, because I have the damned documentation here to prove it!" In that spirit, we've tracked down five of the creepiest tales and urban legends that really happened.(hit pic to see the whole story) The best creepy campfire stories are always the ones that end with the words, "...And its all true, because I have the damned do... more
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5 Myths About Terrorism
Five urban legends about terrorism.
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Snopes Isn't Even Trying Anymore on Flickr
I thought Jesus could do anything.
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#77 to Reach Highway Patrol: Urban Legend or Lifesaving Tactic?
What does dialing #77 really do for you? And can you avoid rapists on the highway by dialing it? The truth be told.
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FRIDAY THE 13th
Today is the day of true unluckyness (is that a word?) and the devil's dirty dozen!!!! If in fact you believe in all that folklore jargon. Oh crap, I've said too much already and I must go. Beware today and all Friday the 13's that follow!!!! FRIDAY THE 13th ... more
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