Railways: On a fast track to recovery

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For a while the US train network attracted little interest: ignored by investors and consigned to the history books by travelers, it was as if its days were numbered. But, things are changing!

Investors are back. The multi-billionaire Warren Buffet staked his interest with a huge investment of $US 34 billion into railway firm BNSF back in 2009, and governments the world over are upgrading rolling stock. read more

Let’s Tango

Robb Y    Lifestyle Activities     Dance Classes, learn to, life lessons, things to do

Why is the Tango so controversial?

This once persecuted step is perhaps the most seductive and dramatic of dances. But why all the fuss? Just what makes the Tango such a hotly debated dance step?

Well, the dance is steeped in controversy. First discovered in the brothels of Buenos Aires, Argentina, it was also danced by men in an attempt to seduce a woman (the town had many more men than women, so you needed to be good!).

Whether it was born in the brothels or backyards of working class houses is up for debate, however it is also said to have been practiced by men together, as they developed their moves. read more

Hang gliding: How far can it take you?

Robb Y    Airborne Activities, Outdoor Activities    

Hang Glider In Flight

In hang gliding, as with most sports, there are competitions, amateur and professionals standards, championships to be fought over and medals to be won.

This year the World Championships were held in Tegleberg, Germany. Well, if there’s any sport that can be affected by weather it’s hang gliding. That said, it was still a surprise when the organizers were forced to stop the competition  – no one was expecting snow in April. read more