If a human were to skydive from space, several extreme challenges would arise, but in theory, it is possible under the right conditions. The closest real-world example is Felix Baumgartner’s 2012 jump from the stratosphere (about 39 km up), but “space” typically starts at the Kármán line (100 km or more above Earth). Here’s what […]
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Nuclear Weapons: Which States Have Them?
As of 2025, eight sovereign states have publicly announced successful detonation of nuclear weapons. Five of these are considered to be nuclear-weapon states (NWS) under the terms of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT). In order of acquisition of nuclear weapons, these are the United States, Russia (formerly the Soviet Union), the […]
A Guide to Norwich
Norwich, the county town of Norfolk, is one of England’s most historic and picturesque cities. Known for its rich medieval heritage, vibrant cultural scene, and stunning architecture, Norwich offers visitors a unique blend of the past and the present. Whether you’re drawn to centuries-old architecture, delving into Norwich’s rich literary heritage, thriving arts scene, or […]
Jason Donovan Songs Ranked
I started becoming interested in chart music in the late 1980s. It was an exciting time for music with the record producers Stock, Aitken & Waterman responsible for many of the hits of the day. Being a big fan of the TV show “Neighbours” at the time, one of the first artists I become interested […]
The Greatest Jack Nicholson Performances
1. One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (1975) Character: Randle McMurphy Director: Milos Forman Standout scene: The Electroshock Therapy Scene After trying to stand up to Nurse Ratched (Louise Fletcher), McMurphy is sent for electroshock therapy. Instead of breaking him, he turns it into a joke, pretending to be unresponsive before suddenly coming back to […]
My Top Stand-up Comedians
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50 Greatest Video Games of the 80s & 90s
As a child growing up in the 80s and 90s, I was quickly drawn to the allure of video gaming at a young age. The 1980s were the golden age of arcades, with classics like Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, Street Fighter II, and Mortal Kombat. The Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), Commodore Amiga, Sega Mega Drive and […]
Films that are so bad, they’re good
Sometimes you get a film that’s so bad that it can actually be a lot of fun to watch. None of the films on my list have a IMDb rating of more than 6.0/10 but somehow they can still be very enjoyable. Do you agree with these choices? Let me know what films you’d put […]
My Top 10 Metal Songs
I have a fairly wide range of tastes in music but one of the genrés that I’ve only come to appreciate in my advancing years is heavy metal music. Whilst the musical style may not be to everyone’s taste, you cannot deny that many of the musicians are exceptionally talented individuals. Guitars are perhaps the […]
The Greatest Robert De Niro Performances
Robert De Niro is one of the greatest actors of all time, known for his intense method acting, versatility, and ability to bring deep psychological complexity to his roles. He’s played everything from gangsters to troubled outcasts, comedic figures, and even warm, fatherly characters. Here are the 10 roles that I believe are his greatest. […]