A video shows sunbathers and swimmers in the eastern city of Novosibirsk desperately seeking shelter from large hail the size of golf balls falling from the sky. The hail storm can be seen pummeling the Ob River in western Siberia, Russia, on a day which saw temperatures rising to 37C.
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Russia’s Giant Diamond Mine
The Mir mine is a former open pit diamond mine located in Mirny, Eastern Siberia, Russia. The mine is 525 meters (1,722 ft) deep and has a diameter of 1,200 m (3,900 ft), which is the second largest excavated hole in the world, after Bingham Canyon Mine. The mine was discovered in June 13, 1955 by Soviet geologists Yuri Khabardin, Ekaterina Elagina and Viktor Avdeenko during… Continue reading Russia’s Giant Diamond Mine
Removing An SUV From A Frozen Lake
A group of Russian guys managed to pull out a Honda SUV from an icy water in Lake Baikal. Watch the video below.
Russian Bodybuilder’s Hilarious Dance Routine
Russian bodybuilder Vadim Skornyakov spiced up his pose routine by dancing while performing during a competition at the 25th Open Cup in St. Petersburg. Watch the video below.
A 51 Meters Long Trampoline in Russia
An architectural design firm Salto has developed the “Fast track” trampoline, installed in a Russian forest. The 51 Meter long (170 foot) trampoline is a part of the Archstoyanie festival in Nikola-Lenivets, Russia. ‘Fast Track’ is designed for parks, not only to be a feature, but an integral part of the area’s foundation. The constant bouncing involved with a trampoline surface surely makes… Continue reading A 51 Meters Long Trampoline in Russia
Driver Exits Truck Through Windshield After Crashing
In Russia, a truck driver has casually walked away after being thrown head-first through a windshield during a death-defying crash. The video of the crash shows the man catapulting out the front window before landing safely on his feet.
The Cheesecake Factory Opens in Dubai Mall
The Cheesecake Factory has opened its first International location in Dubai, Dubai Mall (partnership with Alshaya Trading Co., W.L.L.) on August 16, 2012. This opening marks the first location for the brand outside of the United States. The restaurant, occupying 13,851 square feet with 300 seats, and is located the opposite of the Dubai Aquarium. Alshaya`s exclusive licensing agreement with… Continue reading The Cheesecake Factory Opens in Dubai Mall
World Record: 133 Crazy Russian’s Rope Jumping
It’s taken just one small step for a 133 people to jump into the record books. They’ve set a new world record for ‘rope jumping’, where people jump off a bridge tied to a safety cord. The event was part of a festival held in the city of Tver, Russia. Watch the video below.