Unbelievable things sent through the mail
The parcel service revolutionized the way people sent stuff around the world. For a fee, individuals could ship all sorts of things across the country, and, in some cases, across borders. While today there are many rules on what can and cannot be posted, which include limits on size, weight, and quantity, in the early days things were a lot more ambiguous, and some people certainly took advantage of this fact! From parents posting their children to body parts being shipped out, in this gallery you'll get to know all about the weird stuff sent through the post. Click on for more.
2025-03-04T16:05:51Z
The world's most pirate-infested waters
Piracy is often thought of as a relic of the past, a tale of wooden ships and sword-wielding marauders. But in many parts of the world, modern-day pirates continue to haunt the oceans, preying on vulnerable vessels for ransom, fuel, cargo, and sometimes even human lives. Each region has its own unique brand of piracy, shaped by geography, politics, and economic conditions. In some places, pirates are desperate fishermen forced into crime, while in others they are well-organized criminal syndicates or even militant groups with ties to terrorism. Despite international naval patrols and increased security measures, the lure of high-seas crime continues to thrive where poverty and lawlessness leave maritime routes vulnerable. But where exactly are the most dangerous places that pirates use as their hunting ground? Click through this gallery to find out.
2025-03-06T13:10:54Z
The stressful work of an air traffic controller
Air traffic controllers are the silent guardians of the skies. They are rarely seen by passengers, yet they are indispensable to the safe takeoff and landing of every plane at airports around the world. Stationed in control towers, radar rooms, and approach centers, they coordinate thousands of aircraft movements each day with precision, orchestrating the flow of air travel with unmatched vigilance. But behind this calm and controlled exterior lies a storm of pressure, responsibility, and growing fatigue. The modern air traffic control system, particularly in the United States, is under immense strain. Controllers are being pushed to their limits by various stressors that are adding burdens to a job that requires making life-and-death decisions in real time. There are many challenges that air traffic controllers face, and many personal tolls that are taken in the name of aviation. Click through this gallery to find out what they are.
2025-05-13T08:07:47Z