10 Fastest Motorbikes of the World

From 1999 to 2000, with one speed demon after another hitting the streets, motorbike manufacturers began to realize that the inter-manufacturer speed war had begun to get out of hand. In 2001, European and Japanese manufacturers agreed upon electronically limiting the top-speed of their motorbikes to 186 mph. Although there are manufacturers that aren’t bound by said agreement, most production motorbikes nowadays have top-speeds equal to or under mentioned limit.

Following is a list of the ten fastest motorbikes of the world in no particular order. Bikes with only the most consistent reported top speeds have been included.

Dodge Tomahawk

Sporting a 10-cylinder Viper engine (V10 engine) that packs 500 horsepower, this four-wheel concept bike can allegedly hit speeds of over 300 mph.

MTT Streefighter

Marine Turbine Technologies’ Streetfighter jet-bike is powered by a 420 horsepower gas-turbine engine and according to bikez.com, the speed demon has a top speed of 250 mph. MTT’s jet-bikes do not have their top speeds electronically limited to 186 mph.

MTT Turbine Superbike (Y2K Superbike)

MTT’s Y2k Turbine Superbike was introduced in 2000 as the second turbine-powered street-legal motorbike. The jet-bike has a Rolls-Royce 250-C20 turboshaft gas-turbine engine of 320 horsepower and a top speed of 230 mph.

Suzuki Hayabusa

When introduced in 1999, the Suzuki Hayabusa was the world’s fastest production motorbike with a top speed of 188 mph . The current model of the sport bike has a 1349 cc, 4-stroke, 4-cylinder DOHC engine that can deliver 197 horsepower. Certain stats indicate that with a hack that fools the currently installed 186 mph speed limiting governor, the bike can hit speeds in excess of 200 mph!

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14

Kawasaki’s 2006 successor of the popular Ninja ZX series comes equipped with a 1352 cc, 4-stroke, 4 -cylinder DOHC engine packing 190 horsepower and has an electronically-limited top speed of 186 mph but with the limiter out of the way, speeds in excess of 190 mph have been recorded.

BMW S1000RR

BMW Motorrad’s S1000RR was first seen at the 2009 Superbike World Championship after which it went into production with a 999 cc, 4-stroke, inline-four DOHC engine that, as claimed by the manufacturer, produces more than 190 horsepower. The bike has an electronically-limited top-speed of 186 mph.

MV Agusta F4 CC

The 2010 installment of the MV Agusta F4 series has a 1078 cc, 4-stroke, 4-cylinder engine with 200 horsepower and an estimated top-speed of over 190 mph.

Honda CBR1100XX Blackbird

In production from 1996-2007, the Super Blackbird came equipped with a 1137 cc, 4-stroke, inline four DOHC engine with 150 horsepower. Before 2001’s self-imposed top speed limit of 186 mph, the Blackbird models recorded top speeds of 172-180 mph.

Yamaha YZF R1

The Yamaha YZF R1 models have recorded top-speeds of around 170 mph. The current model sports a 998 cc, 4-cylinder DOHC engine with a new “crossplane” style crankshaft and 179.6 horsepower.

Aprilia RSV 1000 R

Aspirilia’s super-bike can hit speeds of up to 168 mph courtesy of a 998 cc, 4-stroke V-2 engine with 141.13 horsepower.

10 Places Where Romance is Always in the Air

Believe it or not but Paris, Rome, Prague or Venice are out of this list. There are heaps of other love-is-in-the-air places around the globe, where dramatic landscapes, romantic architecture and tender atmosphere create perfect scenery for passionate affection.

It is true that with whom you share life is a lot more important than where you do but pleasure and joy of moments spend with your loved one gets doubled if spent at places like these. So spend your romantic time in one of these super romantic places where love is always in the air and live the time of your life.

Santorini, Greece

Everything is romantic on Santorini. The white walls of the archipelago’s houses, charming little streets, beautiful gardens, excellent cuisine, domestic wine, dazzling sea, golden cliffs, spectacular sunsets and fantastically relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere. Santorini is our planet’s most beautiful jewel and truly a paradise for lovers.

The Canadian Rockies, Canada

If restaurant candle light dinner with champagne cracking and smart clothes on is not really your definition of being romantic then the majestic landscape of the remote Canadian Rockies, far from crowds and tawdry tourist attractions, might be your perfect location for an adventurous romance getaway.

The Seychelles

If dramatic landscapes of wild mountains are not convincing then you should try something more exotic. The Seychelles, 115 stunning islands, located in the middle of the Indian Ocean, are an excellent spot for couples looking for relaxing and calm surroundings.

Tokyo Bay, Japan

How to find a romantic getaway in overpopulated, vibrant and busy Tokyo? Try a cruise around Tokyo Bay. Magnificent views of city night lights, dazzling Rainbow Bridge, and Odaiba’s modern architecture set quite splendid scenery for lovers.

Meersburg, Germany

If you and your loved one need kind of a time-stopped-here place then Meersburg, with its unique, colorful architecture, filled with cafes, bars and restaurants and apple groves, is definitely a place you are looking for.

Big Sur, California

A 90 mile long drive along Big Sur coastline may seem not to be very long but if you stop a few times for a kiss, then a few times for hugs, and then several more times to admire the gorgeous views, you can significantly stretch your time together. The beauty of this place is breathtaking.

Saint Paul de Vence, France

Provence, the land of colors and fragrances, has always been a heaven for artists, and of course, lovers looking for inspiration and passion. Among the most beautiful spots of the region is St Paul de Vence, an old town filled with great restaurants, charming cafes, romantic cobblestoned streets, and beautiful architecture.

San Francisco, The USA

San Francisco, a liberal city of love, birthplace of hippies and gay communities, revolutionizes the definition of love. Today the town is recognized for its laid back atmosphere, tolerance, and acceptance. Be it for romantic sunset over Golden Gate Bridge, smart cafes and restaurants, or simply a stroll along its streets, this place is filled with romantic and positive vibrations.

Lisbon, Portugal

No capital is more romantic than Lisbon. The warm atmosphere of the town, bathed in golden sunlight during the day and filled with dramatic sounds of jazz and fado at night, make the place an ideal spot to spend passionate time with the loved one.

Faroe Islands, Denmark

Imagine wide open spaces, dramatic cliffs, splendid sea, infinite fields of grass and moorlands. If this sounds like a perfect setting for a next romantic trip for you then you should head to Faroe Islands.

10 Most Famous Lost Cities of the World

A city becomes lost when it is abandoned by its inhabitants and left to decay. This can be the result of war, migration, or natural disaster, but in each case these cities can act as a sort of time capsule, leaving a civilization frozen in history and waiting to be discovered. While many of these cities have indeed been rediscovered, others have never been found and have taken on the status of legend.

Whether real or mythical, here I have compiled some of the most famous lost cities that have captured the imaginations of historians, archeologists, and adventurers.

Atlantis

Described by Plato as an advanced civilization and formidable naval power, Atlantis is said to have conquered much of Europe before sinking into the sea as the result of some kind of environmental disaster. While Plato’s story is seen by most as a work of fiction, his description of a massive civilization years ahead of its time technologically has captured the imaginations of countless writers.

The City of the Caesars

Also known as the Wandering City and the City of Patagonia, The City of the Caesars is a mythical city that is believed to have been located on the southernmost tip of South America. The city has never been found, and at this point it is considered more legend than anything.

Troy

Troy was a once-legendary city located in modern day Turkey. Troy was long considered by many to be the stuff of myth until it was first excavated in the 1870s. It was discovered that there were actually numerous cities on the site, which over the years had been built on top of one another.

The Lost City Of Z

Supposedly located deep in the jungles of Brazil, the lost city of Z was said to be an advanced civilization with a sophisticated network of bridges, roads, and temples. No evidence of its existence has ever been uncovered. In recent years, a city known as Kuhikugu was discovered in the Amazon Rainforest that showed evidence of sophisticated fortifications and engineering, leading many to speculate that it may be the source of the Z legend.

Petra

Arguably the most beautiful of all the cities on this list, Petra is located in Jordon. Its most striking feature is its exquisite stone architecture, which is carved out of the rocks of the surrounding mountains. It was explored in 18^th century.

El Dorado

One of the most famous of all the legendary cities, El Dorado was a mythical empire supposedly found in the jungles of South America. The city was said to be led by a powerful king and hold untold riches of gold and jewels.

Memphis

Founded in 3,100 B.C., Memphis was the capital of ancient Egypt, and served as the civilization’s administrative center for hundreds of years before being abandoned with the rise of Thebes and Alexandria. Unfortunately, stones from the ruins had been appropriated to build nearby settlements, and many important parts of the site remain lost to historians.

Angkor

The Angkor region of Cambodia and its surroundings which big in size have since been recognized as the biggest pre-industrial city in the world, and its famed temple of Angkor Wat is commonly considered to be the largest religious monument in existence.

Pompeii

The Roman city of Pompeii was destroyed in AD 79 after the nearby volcano Vesuvius erupted and buried the entire community under 60 feet of ash and rock. The city was estimated to have had around 20,000 inhabitants at the time, and it was considered one of the premier vacation spots for the upper class of Roman society.

Machu Picchu

Isolated near the Urubamba Valley in Peru, the city was never found and plundered by conquistadors, and it was not until historian Hiram Bingham visited it in 1911. It was said to be a prison, but recent research suggests that it was probably a personal estate of the Inca emperor Pachacuti.

10 Top Paid Hollywood Actresses

To figure out earnings, I added the pay on movies they are currently shooting, as well as back-end pay earned after a movie hit the theaters. I also looked at any money actresses might have earned through their perfume or clothing lines. As is still typical for Hollywood, actresses earn significantly less than their male counterparts.

Here I have compiled the 10 top paid Hollywood actresses. I hope you will like it.

Angelina Jolie

Angelina Jolie takes about $27 million per movie. Last year’s Wanted is a most successful movie earned a $341 million at the worldwide box office. She’s getting a big upfront paycheck for her next film, Salt, about a disgraced CIA agent.

Jennifer Aniston

Jennifer Aniston takes $25 million per movie. Last year’s Marley & Me, which earned $244 million at the worldwide box office.

Meryl Streep

Meryl Streep takes $24 million per movie. Last summer, Box Office hit Mamma Mia draw audiences as well as awards with $603 million at the worldwide box office.

Sarah Jessica Parker

Sarah Jessica Parker takes $23 millionper movie. Parker earned with the HBO series Sex and the City. That will keep her hot and it brought in $415 million at the box office worldwide.

Cameron Diaz

Cameron Diaz takes $20 million per movie. Diaz is one of the highest-paid actresses in Hollywood. She also earns big bucks from the Shrek series playing Shrek’s love interest, Princess Fiona.

Sandra Bullock

Sandra Bullock takes about $15 million per movie. The Proposal, Sandra Bullock proved $34 million opening weekend, unseating.

Reese Witherspoon

Reese Witherspoon takes $15 million per movie. It’s been a while since Witherspoon had a home run like Legally Blonde, but the actress had two solid hits this year with Four Christmases and Monsters vs. Aliens.

Nicole Kidman

Nicole Kidman takes $12million per movie. Kidman’s much-hyped reunion with Baz Luhrmann, last year’s Australia, didn’t do quite as well as expected, but it still pulled in $211 million at the international box office.

Drew Barrymore

Drew Barrymore takes $12 million per movie. The actress continues to prove herself to be a double threat, producing and starring in hit romantic comedies. February’s He’s Just Not That Into You earned a surprising $165 million at the box office.

Renee Zellweger

Renee Zellweger takes $10 million per movie. Zellweger hasn’t starred in a hit movie since 2003′s Cold Mountain, for which she earned a Best Supporting Actress Oscar.

10 Scariest Haunted Places of the World

Although there is no solid evidence to advocate the supernatural, the fact remains that there have been repeated accounts of ghost sightings and paranormal phenomena at several locations across the globe. The legends vary as per culture and folklore but the reports remain roughly the same.

There are things out there in the world that science is yet unable to explain and until it does, if ever, the possibility of the existence of things beyond science, those that go bump in the dark cannot be completely ignored. Following is a list of ten of the creepiest haunted places of the world.

You may also want to check these 10 scary tourist attractions as well. enjoy.

Monte Cristo Homestead

Located in Junee, New South Wales, Monte Cristo Homestead is said to be the most haunted house of Australia. Visitors and occupants have reported seeing ghosts of the deceased original owners, the Crawleys. The mansion now serves as an antique store and tourist attraction and has been featured in numerous TV shows.

50 Berkeley Square

Built back in 1740, this four-storey townhouse is now known as the most haunted house in London. There have been a number of deaths and reported supernatural occurrences on the top floor of the building.

Changi Beach

During the Japanese occupation of Singapore in World War II, in an organized massacre called the Sook Ching operation, Chinese locals were taken by the Japanese military to isolated locations within the island country and killed. Among those locations was Changi Beach Park where, it is rumored, the cries of the massacred can still be heard. Ghostly visages have been reported roaming about the beach, leaving trails of blood.

Screaming Tunnel

This tunnel in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada gets its name from several variants of a legend according to which a young girl was burned alive inside the tunnel. It is alleged that if a matchstick is lit within the tunnel, the ghost of the girl begins to scream, as if in throws of death.

Bachelor’s Grove Cemetery

This small and currently inactive cemetery in Chicago has been a hotspot for satanic rituals for quite some time. These rituals have worked to escalate rumors of ghost sightings in the graveyard. The graveyard is well-known for a photograph taken in 1991 using an infrared camera that shows a White Lady sitting on a checkered pedestal.

Bhangarh Fort Ruins

The Banargh Fort sits on a hillside in the ruined town of Bhangarh located in Rajasthan, India. Legend says that a tantric (black magician) called Singhia, in an attempt to entice the princess of Bhangarh became a victim of his own sorcery and in his dying breaths, cursed the palace. In the year following this incident, the princess was killed in a battle between Bhangarh and Ajabgarh.

Babenhausen Museum

Formerly a German barracks, this museum is believed to be haunted by the ghosts of German soldiers. It is said a witch was burned at the stake in the town of Babenhausen and since then, her ghost has taken the lives of several German soldiers and that even now, if a soldier were to visit the museum and pick up a telephone, he would hear the voice of a woman talking backwards.

Union Cemetery

The Union Cemetery of Easton, Connecticut is believed one of the most haunted cemeteries in the United States. Reported hauntings include the famous White Lady and a pair of ominous red eyes peering from out of a bush. A variety of legends surround both phenomena.

The Screaming Bridge of Maud Hughes Road

Maud Hughes Road Bridge of Liberty Township, Ohio is believed to be haunted by the ghosts of the several people who lost their lives or committed suicide on the bridge. According to one legend, a lady threw her baby off the bridge onto the train tracks below and then hung herself. Sightings of a black hooded figure and a phantom train have also been reported.

The George Stickney House

Currently serving as the Police Department of the village of Bull Valley in McHenry County, Illinois, the Stickney Mansion is said to be plagued by paranormal entities. It is said that the Stickneys used to perform séances in the house to contact their dead children.