BBC News: Sir Roger Moore, James Bond actor, dies aged 89. Movies, 007, British Actor

2nd February, 2018:  Actor Sir Roger Moore, best known for playing James Bond, has died aged 89, his family has announced.

He played the famous spy in seven Bond films including Live and Let Die and A View to a Kill.

Sir Roger's family confirmed the news on Twitter, saying he had died after "a short but brave battle with cancer".

The statement, from his children, read: "Thank you Pops for being you, and being so very special to so many people."


"With the heaviest of hearts, we must share the awful news that our father, Sir Roger Moore, passed away today. We are all devastated," they said in a Twitter post.

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4 reasons why regular checkups are so important

The rising cost of healthcare combined with busy work schedules means that many people are putting regular checkups on the back burner. But the hard truth of the matter is that regular doctors' visits can mean the difference between life and death.
It is essential that you have regular medical, eye and dental checkups if you want to live a long and healthy life. Doctors are able to spot issues early on as well as offer practical advice on healthy living. Not convinced? Read on for information on some of the many ways doctors' visits are so important.

1. Prevention is better than cure

Regular checkups will provide doctors with a way to spot any health issues early on. Checkups incorporate several tests, including preventative screenings and physical examinations, to check patients' current health and risks. If any problems are found,  your doctor will provide information on treatment plans and ways that you can prevent health issues in the future. 
Popular health checks include:
Cervical smear tests (Pap tests) for women
Blood pressure tests
Cholesterol level checks
Body mass index (BMI) and obesity tests
Diabetes checks
If you have any more specific health concerns, then your doctor will be able to advise you on these and conduct the proper checks.
While doctors' checks will help pot any issues early on, you can follow a few steps to support a healthy lifestyle and to complete a number of health checks at home. It has been said that women should regularly check their breasts for lumps, while both men and women should study the skin for changes in moles or freckles. In addition, you should have a nutritious and balanced diet, exercise regularly, and maintain a healthy weight range. If you notice anything unusual, schedule a doctor's appointment as soon as possible.

2. Cut healthcare costs

For many, the thought of a large doctor's bill is enough to put off scheduling a checkup. However, there are several ways that you can find great savings on health care. Checkups could also save you plenty of money in the long run as they help to minimize the risk of potential health issues that will lower the risks for surgery or more extensive medical care in the future.
Discount coupons will let you save on checkups and other medical or health expenses in places in your area of town. Also, check with your insurance company or your employer if and how they help to cover medical and health costs. 

3. Dental care

As well as appointments with a doctor, you should also schedule checkups at the dentist. It can be a tricky task knowing how often you should visit the dentist. According to The Journal of Dental Research, the amount of times you visit the dentist depends on your level of risk for periodontal disease. While many say that visits should be made every six months, those with dental problems may need to have their teeth checked more regularly.
Good oral health plays an important role in the overall health of your body. After all, inflammatory gum disease can lead to tooth loss, while bacteria buildup in the mouth has been said to put you at increased risk of heart disease, according to WebMD. In addition to having regular appointments with the dentist, you should maintain a good oral care regime that includes frequent brushing and flossing.

4. Eye care

While doctors are able to provide some information about eye issues, it is important for people of all ages to schedule vision and eye care tests. Optometrists and eye doctors can check for glaucoma and provide vision reports and possible glasses or contact lens prescriptions, should you need them. People between 50 and 65 should have eye checks at least every two years, while those over the age of 65 should have a test every year. People with increased risk of having eye issues should talk to their eye doctor to see how often they should visit.
You can lower your chances of developing health issues in the future by maintaining a healthy diet; exercising regularly; having a good oral health routine; and booking regular medical, dental and eye checkups.

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Real Ghost Caught on Tape: Young Italian female ghost

4th March, 2016: Real Italian Ghost Video Footage


My mate just forwarded me this link (real ghost video caught on tape).  It showed a young Italian female appeared and run away from the crowd during day time!  You can see through the body of the ghost as she runs up the stairway.  

You can see the close shot of the "ghost" face, looks like a pale young Italian girl and clear facial expression.

A witness was chasing it but suddenly turn back (perhaps he realized that he was not chasing a human!).  What you think about this clip? It is real or just a hoax on the internet?

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The world's most scary terrifying cable car ride! (Auckland, New Zealand, David Lim)

Mt. Hood "SkiWay" (Oregon, US)

The Ski-Lift Bus, a bus turned into a gondola, was used on Mt. Hood, Oregon between Government Camp and Timberline Lodge. It was built in 1956 and, at the time, it was the world's longest tram. It was constructed from old city buses and used a cable system that was developed by timber loggers. The Tram opened on February 3rd, 1956 but only lasted a few seasons before it turned into a financial disaster. In 1961 the cable system and tramway was permanently removed from the slopes of Mount Hood.

Mount Hua's Cable Car (China)

Mount Hua is a sacred Taoist mountain located in Shaanxi Province, China. It is one of the Five Great Mountains. The 1,997-meter-tall mountain, true to its reputation as the "most precipitous mountain under heaven," is a cluster of five peaks with breathtaking cliff faces presenting a tough challenge to mountaineers.

For many years most people have taken a traditional but efficient walking ascent and cable car descent to climb this mountain. By taking this route, visitors can experience not only its danger but also the meaningful scenic locations.

Skyway (Disneyland, US)

Most visitors to Disneyland before the mid-nineties will remember this attraction, even if they never rode it. After all, an aerial gondola ride that went through the Matterhorn was something that was pretty easy to remember. The ride was built in 1956, and while plenty of similar rides exist in parks around the country these days, at the time it was the first aerial ropeway in the U.S. In fact, the Skyway was actually built before the Matterhorn, which had to be built around the pre-existing gondola ride.

While the ride was very popular for allowing guests to view the entire park from above, it was closed in 1994 because the Matterhorn battery supports started to show stress cracks.

The Cabrio (Switzerland)

The thought of riding in a cable car which soars 1,900 meters up into the Swiss Alps will strike fear into the hearts of those who are afraid of heights. But at least being encased in glass can usually offer some kind of comfort to terrified passengers and a semblance of safety. However, for those riding the world's first convertible cable car, even that small crumb of security won't be available.

Opened in Switzerland, The Cabrio rises to a height of 1.2 miles above sea level as it climbs the Stanserhorn mountain near the city of Lucerne. Carrying up to 60 passengers at any one time, the innovative cable car has room for half of them to brave the bracing mountain air and stand on the top deck. Even those riders who dislike heights might not find the inside much of a refuge, since the lower floor is made entirely of glass.

Starting at Kalti, which is 711 meters above sea level, the Cabrio transports passengers to the summit station 1,850 meters up.

Kharkiv Lift (Ukraine)

The Kharkiv lift was put into operation in 1971. It runs from the Central Park of Culture and Rest.Bitter (or Lesopark) to Paul's district field. Immediately after its opening, the road was used not only as a stroller, but also as a transportation system. According to the stories, students were especially keen to use the Kharkov cable car. They traveled from dormitories to Pauline Field to institutions located in the heart of the city. Such a route to the center was not only unusual and fascinating, but also cheap.

The length of the route between the two landing stations of "Gorpark" and "Paul's Field" is 1,385 m. Rising to a height of 26 meters (this is the highest point), the Kharkov cable car offers wonderful views. It is supported by 18 towers of varying heights, going up and down from 8 to 26 meters, and it has 124 double passenger cabins.

Emirates Air Line (London, England)

It was certainly one way to beat the predicted chaos of the capital's public transportation during the Summer Games. If you get stuck, at least there are the dramatic views of London's skyline, not to mention a glimpse of the Olympic stadium, to enjoy.

The cable car across the River Thames was officially launched by Boris Johnson in June 2012, just a month prior to the 2012 London Olympics. The London Mayor was the first passenger on the £44 million Emirates Air Line, which offers 360-degree views of the city. The system is sponsored by Dubai-based airline Emirates, which has contributed £36 million to the project in a 10 year deal.

Merida, World's Highest Cable Car (Venezuela)

The highest and longest teleférico in the world takes an hour to ascend from a plateau in the Andes located at 10,250 feet (3,125 meters) to the top of Pico Espejo. Stop off at four stations on the way if you wish, and at the top admire Pico Bolívar.

Bondinho (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)

Sugarloaf Mountain (in Portuguese, Pão de Açúcar), is a peak situated in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil at the mouth of Guanabara Bay on a peninsula that sticks out into the Atlantic Ocean. Rising 396 meters (1,299 ft.) above the harbor, its name is said to refer to its resemblance to the traditional shape of concentrated refined loaf sugar.

A glass-walled cable car, capable of holding 65 passengers, runs along a 1,400 meter route between the peaks of Pão de Açúcar and Morro da Urca every 20 minutes. The original cable car line was built in 1912 and rebuilt around 1972/1973 and in 2008. The cable car leaves a ground station located at the base of the Babilônia hill, travelling to the Urca hill and then to the Pão de Açúcar.

In the 1979 James Bond film Moonraker, the villainous henchman Jaws (played by Richard Kiel) attempts to kill 007 (Roger Moore) and the agent's ally, Dr. Holly Goodhead (Lois Chiles), on one of its cable cars. However, Bond and Goodhead escape and Jaws collides with the building at the bottom of the cable car route, demolishing the building but escaping unscathed.

SkyView (Stockholm, Sweden)

SkyView is the new world-class attraction that takes you to the top of the world's largest spherical building, the Ericsson Globe, a Stockholm landmark.

From the apex 130 meters (425 feet) above sea level, you get a fantastic view encompassing all of Stockholm. The two SkyView gondolas depart every 10 minutes, and the entire visit takes about 30 minutes. A restaurant, café and souvenir shop are adjacent to SkyView.

Hotel Mudeung Park Lift (South Korea)

This is Gwangju's Hotel Mudeung Park Lift in 1984. That's what I call an extreme cable chair ride.

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Strangest And Unexpected Deaths

When people stare death in the face, and they try to escape it some succeed and some don’t, either way… Death eventually has the last laugh. How would you feel if you were on a stadium, enjoying a match between your favorite team and a guest team… when all of a sudden, lightening strikes killing the entire guest team. That’s not the way anyone would imagine an ending for a friendly match, but as we said, faith sometimes plays tricks on us. We’ve gathered the stories of the most unusual deaths ever and you would be surprised to find out that there’s no messing with destiny.

1. Entire football team dies on the field

It happened in Congo… while playing a game through the rain, the visitors were killed when lightening struck, and as if that’s not strange enough, the hosts made it out without a scratch. Now that’s what I call a united team.

2. Death by sauna

In 2010, a Russian by the name of Vladimir Ladyzhensky died due the burns he suffered after spending 6 minutes in a room temperature of 230 °F (110 Celsius). Why would anyone do such a stupid thing? well he was a contestant at the World Sauna Championships in Finland. Weird, wouldn’t you agree?

3. I got bit by my dead enemy and then died…

Sounds weird, right? Well considering the topic in discussion, it shouldn’t shock you too much. Sigurd the Mighty of Orkney managed to defeat his arch enemy in battle. He cut his head off and strapped it to the saddle of his horse. The teeth of the decapitated head grazed against his leg causing a wound that got over infected and eventually killed him. Ironic, isn’t it?

4. Even kings have weird deaths.

Edward II of England was murdered… his killers inserted a red hot iron up his posterior, the excruciating pain caused a heart attack thus leading to his death.

5. Drowned in wine.

When you read the title, you’re probably thinking it’s not a bad way to go, and come to think of it, that’s exactly what George Plantagenet, Duke of Clarence thought. In 1478, when he heard that he was sentenced to death, he had but one request: to be drowned in a barrel of wine.

6. Killed with his own leg.

In 1649, Sir Arthur Aston was beaten to death with his own wooden leg. Now that’s harsh…

7. Ate himself to death.

As weird as it may seem, Adolf Fredrik, King of Sweden was so greedy that in 1771, he ate himself to death with a last meal consisting of lobster, smoked herring, caviar, sauerkraut, champagne, and fourteen servings of his favorite dessert, semla (a traditional Northern European pastry) in a bowl of hot milk.

8. Read an obituary about himself and died.

Marcus Garvey suffered two heart attacks after he read several premature obituary about himself, I know that there’s no bad publicity as long as they spell your name right, but when a bad obituary kills you ahead of your time, I’d say that’s a bad thing.

9. Death by bird.

Alan Stacey, a renown race car driver drove his car for the last time during a race in 1960. He crashed to his death after a bird flew in to his face…

10. Died because he wore an armor

Emperor Frederick Barbarossa led the life of a warrior till he died at the age of 68. He won battles, he lost some but surprisingly enough, he didn’t die on the battle field. He and his men set camp on a river bank, and when the emperor went to bathe and drink, the emperor neglected to take off his armor making it impossible for him to escape the currents that took him underwater. His body was preserved in a barrel of vinegar.

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Odd Ways to Go! Strange, bizzare news on death

A lawyer demonstrating the safety of windows in a skyscraper crashed through a pane and plunged to his death.

Police said a lawyer demonstrating the safety of windows in a downtown Toronto skyscraper crashed through a pane with his shoulder and plunged 24 floors to his death. A police spokesman said Garry Hoy fell into the courtyard of the Toronto Dominion Bank Tower early Friday evening as he was explaining the strength of the building's windows to visiting law students. Hoy previously had conducted demonstrations of window strength according to police reports. Peter Lauwers, managing partner of the firm Holden Day Wilson, told the Toronto Sun newspaper that Hoy was "one of the best and brightest" members of the 200-man association.

Origins: On 9 July 1993, Garry Hoy, Falling man a 38-year-old lawyer with the Toronto law firm of Holden Day Wilson, did indeed plunge to his death from the 24th floor Toronto Dominion Bank Tower in front of several horrified witnesses.

The firm's spokesperson said Hoy "... was testing the strength of the window. There was a lot of joking about how the window wouldn't open maybe on a hot day ... Apparently, it was the second attempt [at testing the window] that one of them popped out and he went through."

As well, a Toronto police officer reported that Hoy "... was showing his knowledge of the tensile strength of window glass and presumably the glass gave way. I know the frame and the blinds are still there."

Our advice is to apply the same rule to architecture as you do to computers: Don't ever bet your life on windows not crashing.

A golfer angered by a bad shot is killed by the club he threw in frustration.

In 1994, 16-year-old Jeremy Brenno of Gloversville, New York, was killed when he struck a bench with a golf club, and the shaft broke, bounced back at him, and pierced his heart. Brenno had missed a shot on the sixth hole at the Kingsboro Golf Club and looked to vent his frustration by giving the nearby bench a good whack in retaliation. The fatal club was a No. 3 wood.

Brenno's is not the only accidental death by golf club. In 2005, 15-year-old Rafael Naranjo of Gardner, Massachusetts, expired after playfully swinging a 5-iron he'd found in the street at a fire hydrant . His act caused part of the shaft, along with the head of the club, to break off and lodge in his neck.

In 1951, Edward Harrison was playing a round at Inglewood in Kenmore, Washington, when the shaft of his driver broke and pierced his groin. He staggered 100 yards before collapsing and bleeding to death.

In 2005, 12-year-old Chandler Hugh Jackson of Frisco, Texas, died in Cunningham, Kentucky, after apparently falling onto a broken golf club at Dogwood Hill club. A piece of the club's shaft went through the boy's chest and pierced his aorta.

A pedestrian was killed by a flying fire hydrant.

Loss of life through head-on collision or rollover have become mundane events in our automotively-enhanced world; we expect to read in every morning's paper about traffic deaths on local roads and highways.

While all traffic fatalities are tragedies to be grieved over, some happen in far more unusual fashion than others. Every now and then a vehicle-caused demise is so wildly at odds with what we expect of our world that it shakes the cobwebs from our heads as it serves to remind us that life can be lost in the blink of an eye and through no fault of anyone's.

On 21 June 2007, 24-year-old Humberto Hernandez was killed by a 200-pound fire hydrant that came flying through the air to strike him in the head as he walked with his wife along an Oakland, California, sidewalk.

The fire hydrant had been launched onto its deadly trajectory by a sport utility vehicle that crashed into it. The 2007 Ford Escape had blown a tire and swerved onto the sidewalk, striking the hydrant. Water pressure and the impact of the crash sent the fire plug flying like a "bullet," said Phil Abrams, an Alameda County deputy sheriff.

This was far from the first death caused by an object inadvertently launched by a vehicle, but it is somewhat unusual in that the victim wasn't in a car himself. Over
the years, numerous drivers and passengers have met the Grim Reaper via tires flying off passing vehicles, but other items have also ended lives.

On 28 December 2006, a ball-style trailer hitch killed 32-year-old Sean O'Shea of Encinitas, California, when it bounced up from the roadway and through his windshield, striking him in the head before coming to rest in his vehicle's back cargo area. The 5- or 6-pound hitch either fell off a truck or came off the back of a vehicle.

Another death occurred in similar fashion on 30 March 1995, in Santa Clara, California. On that day, while riding as the passenger in a friend's car, 37-year-old Joanne Bergeson was struck by a car jack that flew into the vehicle; she died in the hospital a few hours later of head wounds so sustained. The jack had either been dropped by a truck traveling in front of Bergeson's vehicle or had been lying in the roadway and was kicked up by it.