The 10 most honest cities in the world

As part of a project carried out by Reader's Digest, wallets were dropped in 16 cities around the world in an attempt to find out how many would be handed in. Each wallet contained a contact number, a family photo, business cards, coupons and the equivalent of $50 or £31.

According to the results of a new experiment, more people are likely to hand in a wallet in Helsinki, Finland than in any other city in the world. Eleven out of 12 wallets were returned to their owners in the Scandinavian city.

Mumbai, India was the second most honest city in the world with nine out of 12 wallets getting handed in, while Lisbon, Portugal was the most dishonest with only one wallet being returned to its owner.

1. Helsinki, Finland - 11 out of 12 wallets were returned

20 Countries with Highest Murder Rate

Homicide rate is the number of people murdered per 100,000 people per year.

Here are 20 countries with highest murder rate.

20. Ethiopia

Homicide rate: 25.5
Reported homicides: 20,239
Year: 2008

Albert Einstein’s 10 Best Quotes

Albert Einstein is man of great wisdom. Unfortunately his final words before his death were in German and the only person within earshot, his nurse, spoke only English and did not understand anything he said. Though we’ll never know his parting words, here is a list of the top ten memorable quotes from him.

Top 10 Most Dangerous Airports

10. Saba Netherlands, Antilles – Juancho E. Yrausquin Airport.

You will be landing on the northeastern portion of the island and the pilot needs to consider the very strong winds and 1,300 feet only of runway. A perfect landing will be great. Shorting the runway can spell disaster towards the cliffs. Overshooting the runway will force a go around which may require some Dramamine.

Saba Airport (image:about.com)

17 Bizarre Foods Every Russian Grew Up With

1. Blini with caviar and sour cream

Cruel prank idea: Tell your American friend it’s whipped cream and jam and watch them experience the most intense sensory bafflement of their lives.

 

14 Profound Quotes From The Harry Potter Books

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone

35 Old Wives Tales Every Indian Has Probably Heard

  

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28 Things That Happened After The Harry Potter Books Ended

1. Harry married Ginny Weasley. They had three children: James Sirius, Albus Severus, and Lily Luna.

10 companies profiting the most from war

The business of war is profitable. In 2011, the 100 largest contractors sold $410 billion in arms and military services. Just 10 of those companies sold over $208 billion.

These companies have benefited tremendously from the growth in military spending in the U.S., which by far has the largest military budget in the world. In 2000, the U.S. defense budget was approximately $312 billion. By 2011, the figure had grown to $712 billion. Arm sales grew alongside general defense spending growth. SIPRI noted that between 2002 and 2011, arms sales among the top 100 companies grew by 51%.

Here are the 10 companies that profit the most from war:

10. United Technologies (UTX)

Arm sales: $11.6 billion, total sales: $58.2 billionGross profit: $5.3 billion, total workforce: 199,900 United Technologies makes a wide range of arms — notably military helicopters, including the Black Hawk helicopter for the U.S. Army and the SeaHawk helicopter for the U.S. Navy.[logo]

15 Facts You Did Not Know about Caffeine

#15 Caffeine Is Actually White

If you thought that caffeine is the same color as coffee, then you are wrong. Although most caffeinated beverages have a dark color, caffeine is actually white. It is a crystalline substance and bitter in taste. This description matches cocaine in a lot of ways as well.

15 Things Worth Knowing About Coffee

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10 Funny Photos of Fashion-Forward Animals

Photographer Yago Partal has concocted a hilarious series of portraits featuring well dressed wild beasts. These photos are sure to inspire both awe and your Friday night attire.

15 Worst Plastic Surgery Fails

Top 10 Deadliest Roads in the World

For some driving is more than just a necessary skill for life, it is a way of life and for sure they are interested in the top 10 deadliest roads in the world.

Yungas Road, Bolivia

Back in the days this was the only route between La Paz and Coroico. There were a lot of car accidents on the road and once a bus fell into the canyon.

Top 10 Protein Sources For Vegetarians And Vegans

Proteins are the building blocks of our organism. They break down into amino acids in the body that help cell repair and growth. You probably know that animal products such as dairy, eggs and meat are fine sources of protein. But they can also be high in cholesterol and saturated fat. And what about meat haters or even vegetarians? They do not take any of these protein full foods. Does it mean they cannot receive the essential amount of protein? Of course not. What you should know is that you do not need to eat cheese or meat to get enough protein. Here are 10 good vegan sources, taking longer than carbohydrates to digest, helping you feel fuller on fewer calories for longer. Just add them to your diet today.

1. Legume family foods

 

2 Peas and Beans

Legumes include lentils/pulses, peas, peanuts and beans. They are good sources of vegetarian protein with no exception: One cup contains 8 grams—about the same as one cup of milk. If you do not like peas like a side dish, try blending them along with Parmesan cheese, fresh mint, olive oil, toasted pine nuts and serve over linguine. Sure it will become one of your all-time favorite meals without meat.

5 Most Mysterious Places on Earth

5. The Brown Mountain Lights

One in a long series of ghost lights that have appeared in the USA and the world, the Brown Mountain Will-o’-the-wisp lights appear and disappear randomly. Like large strobes in the sky, they seem to pop up and disappear whenever convenient. Until we figure out exactly when they come around, I’ll venture to say Harry Potter or some other wizard is playing tricks with our less magical human minds.

15 Biggest Movie Mistakes

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11 Intelligence Killing Foods You Need To Avoid

When it comes to nutrition, it must be mentioned that there are all sorts of foods: some super-foods are your greatest allies against extra pounds, while others stimulate your cognitive function and improve your memory. On the other hand, some foods are known to have a devastating effect on your brain functioning, and nutritionists advise us to consume them moderately in order to limit their negative impact. Having said that, here are the top 11 foods that kill your intelligence, slowly but surely:
1. Sugary Products

Sugar and sugary products are bad not only for your waistline, but for your brain function as well. Long-term consumption of sugar can create a wealth of neurological problems, and it can also interfere with your memory. On the other hand, sugar can also interfere with your ability to learn, this is why it is recommended to avoid pre-baked goods, sugar, corn syrup and products that are high in fructose.