theheartysoul--2020-11-06--Mysterious radio signal is coming from inside our galaxy, scientists announce

Between 2018 and 2019 , we observed the first 28 cycles of a fast radio burst coming from ultra-deep space .
Astronomers estimated that the object it came from was approximately five hundred million lightyears away .
Despite this , they declared that this mysterious radio signal was the closest our planet has ever seen .
That is , until now .
Recently , astronomers have detected another one of these mysterious radio signals , only this time it came from within our own galaxy .
Fast radio bursts are exactly as they sound : bright bursts of radio waves @ @ @ @ @ @ @ first discovered FRB ’ s in 2007 , but it ’ s been difficult to detect them and determine their position in the sky because they disappear so quickly [ 1 ] .
Astronomers have come up with a multitude of theories to explain these mysterious radio signals , including dying stars and alien technology .
Confirming any of these theories , however , has been a challenge [ 2 ] .
Advertisement Finally , however , astronomers have been able to observe an FRB in our own galaxy ( the Milky Way @ @ @ @ @ @ @ chance to get a much closer look at this galactic phenomenon .
Not only is this the closest FRB scientists have ever detected , but they have , for the first time , been able to explain their origin .
Magnetars are neutron stars with an ultra-powerful magnetic field .
They can erupt without warning , with some taking hours and others months before they disappear again .
Astronomers are only aware of ten magnetars in our own Milky Way Galaxy .
Given their penchant for disappearing , however , scientists believe that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ [ 4 ] .
Today , we now know that these mysterious radio signals come from magnetars .
Or at least , this one did .
On April 27 , researchers using two space telescopes picked up multiple x-ray and gamma-ray emissions coming from a magnetar at the opposite end of the Milky Way .
The following day they used two North American telescopes to look at the same spot , and picked up FRB 200428 .
There are three things that make this FRB important : • It ’ s the first @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s the first time scientists have associated an FRB with a Magnetar • It ’ s the first blast to send out emission other than radio waves .
This makes it a valuable clue to determine the origin of other FRB ’ s from outside our galaxy [ 3 ] .
Scientists have by no means answered all their questions with regards to FRB ’ s .
For this reason , scientists still can not definitively pinpoint the origin of every FRB .
Even once they prove for certain that a magnetar @ @ @ @ @ @ @ signal , still many more questions remain .
Advertisement What mechanism allows a magnetar to power and FRB ?
How can it send out such bright bursts of energy and x-rays at the same time ?
This latest discovery in the FRB saga is only the beginning .
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Between 2018 and 2019, we observed the first 28 cycles of a fast radio burst coming from ultra-deep space. Astronomers estimated that the object it came from was approximately five hundred million lightyears away. Despite this, they declared that this mysterious radio signal was the closest our planet has ever seen.
That is, until now. Recently, astronomers have detected another one of these mysterious radio signals, only this time it came from within our own galaxy.
A Mysterious Radio Signal… Solved?
Fast radio bursts are exactly as they sound: bright bursts of radio waves that last barely a millisecond. Scientists first discovered FRB’s in 2007, but it’s been difficult to detect them and determine their position in the sky because they disappear so quickly [1].
Astronomers have come up with a multitude of theories to explain these mysterious radio signals, including dying stars and alien technology. Confirming any of these theories, however, has been a challenge [2].
Finally, however, astronomers have been able to observe an FRB in our own galaxy (the Milky Way). This has given them a chance to get a much closer look at this galactic phenomenon.
“There’s this great mystery as to what would produce these great outbursts of energy, which until now we’ve seen coming from halfway across the universe,” said Kiyoshi Masui, assistant professor of physics at MIT [3].
Not only is this the closest FRB scientists have ever detected, but they have, for the first time, been able to explain their origin.
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Magnetars and FRB’s
Magnetars are neutron stars with an ultra-powerful magnetic field. They can erupt without warning, with some taking hours and others months before they disappear again. Astronomers are only aware of ten magnetars in our own Milky Way Galaxy. Given their penchant for disappearing, however, scientists believe that there could be hundreds more out there [4].
Today, we now know that these mysterious radio signals come from magnetars. Or at least, this one did.
On April 27, researchers using two space telescopes picked up multiple x-ray and gamma-ray emissions coming from a magnetar at the opposite end of the Milky Way. The following day they used two North American telescopes to look at the same spot, and picked up FRB 200428.
There are three things that make this FRB important:
It’s the first FRB in the Milky Way It’s the first time scientists have associated an FRB with a Magnetar It’s the first blast to send out emission other than radio waves.
This makes it a valuable clue to determine the origin of other FRB’s from outside our galaxy [3].
The Mystery Continues
Scientists have by no means answered all their questions with regards to FRB’s.
“Given the large gaps in energetics and activity between the brightest and most active FRB sources and what is observed for magnetars, perhaps younger, more energetic and active magnetars are needed to explain all FRB observations,” said Paul Scholz, from the Dunlap Institute of Astronomy and Astrophysics at the University of Toronto [3].
For this reason, scientists still cannot definitively pinpoint the origin of every FRB. Even once they prove for certain that a magnetar is the source of the mysterious radio signal, still many more questions remain.
What mechanism allows a magnetar to power and FRB? How can it send out such bright bursts of energy and x-rays at the same time?
This latest discovery in the FRB saga is only the beginning.
Keep Reading: What is the Mysterious ‘Global Hum’?


theheartysoul--2020-11-06--Single dad adopts five siblings so they can stay together

One of the greatest tragedies that befall children in the foster care system is sibling separation .
In many cases , brothers and sisters go to separate homes , and sometimes don ’ t see each other for years .
One man couldn ’ t stand that thought , so the single dad adopted five siblings .
The Single Dad Who Adopted Five Siblings In 2019 , Robert Carter began fostering three brothers : Robert Jr. , Giovanni , and Kiontae .
It wasn ’ t long before he learned that the boys had two sisters as well- Marionna and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the foster system , but were separate from the boys .
The siblings had not seen each other in six months .
Carter would bring the kids together for visits , where the kids would often cry .
Carter also grew up in foster care , so he knew all too well what the kids were going through .
He had nine siblings , and he didn ’ t see his youngest brother from the time he was two until he was sixteen.Advertisement Carter got a bigger home to accommodate the larger @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2020 , the family of four became a family of six .
Stacey Martin was the case manager for the adoption .
This was the first time she had seen a single dad adopt five siblings , but the moment she saw the family together she knew it was right .
Carter , for his part , is just happy that the process is over .
Now , he and the kids can just focus on being a family .
For children in the foster care system , siblings can provide a sense @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a protective factor for each other ’ s mental health , help them adjust to their new home , and even help improve each other ’ s performance in school .
Placing children in the same foster home has also shown to result in higher rates of reunification , adoption , and guardianship .
Sadly , for a variety of reasons , siblings are not always placed in the same foster care home .
Separation and infrequent visiting can cause sibling relationships to wither , and in some cases cause permanent estrangement .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the same home include : • Considerations arising from the trauma the children have experienced .
• The siblings have different needs • The siblings don ’ t enter foster care at the same time • There is a lack of foster homes that can accommodate a sibling group [ 2 ] .
Placing siblings together is always a top priority for caseworkers , however , it is just not always possible .
If they can not place siblings in the same home , they will often attempt to place them with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ friends to help maintain a better connection .
They may also try to put the siblings in the same neighborhood or school district , or at the very least ensure regular visits so the kids can maintain a relationship .
Sibling groups provide a unique challenge to the foster care system , especially those that are more numerous .
Robert Jr. , Giovanni , Kiontae , Marionna and Makayla are incredibly lucky that their dad adopted five siblings .
Now , they won ’ t miss out on the special sibling bond that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Keep Reading : Woman Who Fostered 600 Kids in 50 Years Took in Anyone—Regardless of Age or Medical Condition

One of the greatest tragedies that befall children in the foster care system is sibling separation. In many cases, brothers and sisters go to separate homes, and sometimes don’t see each other for years. One man couldn’t stand that thought, so the single dad adopted five siblings.
The Single Dad Who Adopted Five Siblings
In 2019, Robert Carter began fostering three brothers: Robert Jr., Giovanni, and Kiontae. It wasn’t long before he learned that the boys had two sisters as well- Marionna and Makayla. The girls were also living in the foster system, but were separate from the boys. The siblings had not seen each other in six months.
Carter would bring the kids together for visits, where the kids would often cry.
“They didn’t want to leave each other, and at that moment, I knew, ok, I have to adopt all five,” he said [1].
Carter also grew up in foster care, so he knew all too well what the kids were going through. He had nine siblings, and he didn’t see his youngest brother from the time he was two until he was sixteen.
“For me going through that, I knew how important it is for them to see each other and be around each other. When I had my boys before I got the girls, that’s all they talked about was their sisters.” [1]
Robert Carter adopted 5 children today. He spent some time in foster care himself and wanted to make sure all these siblings stayed together. Posted by Hamilton County JFS Adoption & Foster Care Recruitment on Friday, October 30, 2020
Carter got a bigger home to accommodate the larger family, and on October 30, 2020, the family of four became a family of six. Stacey Martin was the case manager for the adoption. This was the first time she had seen a single dad adopt five siblings, but the moment she saw the family together she knew it was right.
“I’ve had married couples who have adopted six or seven, so this was a unique experience for me. Children need families, and it’s an opportunity for Mr. Carter to show the community that he can do it and others can too.” [1]
Carter, for his part, is just happy that the process is over. Now, he and the kids can just focus on being a family.
Siblings in Foster Care
For children in the foster care system, siblings can provide a sense of comfort. They can serve as a protective factor for each other’s mental health, help them adjust to their new home, and even help improve each other’s performance in school.
Placing children in the same foster home has also shown to result in higher rates of reunification, adoption, and guardianship.
Sadly, for a variety of reasons, siblings are not always placed in the same foster care home. Separation and infrequent visiting can cause sibling relationships to wither, and in some cases cause permanent estrangement.
Reasons why siblings might not be placed in the same home include:
Considerations arising from the trauma the children have experienced.
There are multiple siblings
The siblings have different needs
The siblings don’t enter foster care at the same time
There is a lack of foster homes that can accommodate a sibling group [2].
Placing siblings together is always a top priority for caseworkers, however, it is just not always possible. If they cannot place siblings in the same home, they will often attempt to place them with separate foster parents who are relatives or friends to help maintain a better connection. They may also try to put the siblings in the same neighborhood or school district, or at the very least ensure regular visits so the kids can maintain a relationship.
Sibling groups provide a unique challenge to the foster care system, especially those that are more numerous. Robert Jr., Giovanni, Kiontae, Marionna and Makayla are incredibly lucky that their dad adopted five siblings. Now, they won’t miss out on the special sibling bond that could have been taken away from them.
Keep Reading: Woman Who Fostered 600 Kids in 50 Years Took in Anyone—Regardless of Age or Medical Condition


theheartysoul--2020-11-06--Girl, 8, pulls a 1,500-year-old sword from a lake in Sweden

It ’ s not every day that you go for a swim in the lake and end up uncovering an ancient artifact .
In the summer of 2018 , a little girl in Sweden did just that , pulling a 1,500-year-old sword out of the water .
Stories like this one just never get old .
( 1 ) Eight-year-old Saga Vanecek was on holiday with her family in Sweden ’ s Jonkoping County in the summer of 2018 .
She went for a swim in Vidostern Lake , whose water was lower than usual from a drought .
She @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and pulled it out of the water to examine it .
( 1 ) Her father thought at first it was some sort of stick or branch .
A friend came over to have a look when they realized that they very well had some kind of ancient relic on their hands .
( 1 ) One Discovery Leads to Another The sword was brought to the local museum , who first thought that the sword might be around 1,000 years old .
Upon further investigation , the experts now think that it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ era .
( 1 ) Advertisement The museum and local council then decided to excavate the lake further to see what else they might find .
They found a third-century brooch and were planning on searching more for other items .
( 1 ) In July 2019 , a 10-year-old boy found a nest with 66-million-year-old dinosaur eggs while playing on the banks of the Dong River in the Guangdong province of China .
An avid reader of books about dinosaurs , he had a hunch that the strange-looking “ rocks ” he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He explained to his mother that he remembered the pattern on the eggs from one he saw on dinosaur eggs at the local museum .
They called experts from the museum , who came and confirmed the eggs and their age .
In 1986 , a woman from West London in the UK purchased a glass ring at a boot sale for $ 13 US .
She kept it in a box for 33 years , when her mother was defrauded by a relative and left in financial ruin .
Later , she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ appraisal , who found that it was not a glass ring , but in fact a 26.27-carat diamond .
She auctioned it off for £740,000 ( $ 954,000 ) .
Unsurprisingly , this ring changed both her and her mother ’ s life .
You Never Know What You Might Find If these three stories prove anything , it ’ s that if you think you ’ ve found something rare or special , it ’ s well worth looking into it .
You may have found an incredible artifact… or perhaps the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Reading : Scientists Reconstruct the face of a 1,000-Year-Old Viking Warrior Woman

It’s not every day that you go for a swim in the lake and end up uncovering an ancient artifact. In the summer of 2018, a little girl in Sweden did just that, pulling a 1500-year-old sword out of the water. Stories like this one just never get old. (1)
Girl Pulls 1500-Year-Old Sword From Lake
Eight-year-old Saga Vanecek was on holiday with her family in Sweden’s Jonkoping County in the summer of 2018. She went for a swim in Vidostern Lake, whose water was lower than usual from a drought. She noticed something that felt like a stick and pulled it out of the water to examine it. (1)
“I felt something in the water and lifted it up. Then there was a handle and I went to tell my dad that it looked like a sword,” Saga said. (1)
Her father thought at first it was some sort of stick or branch. A friend came over to have a look when they realized that they very well had some kind of ancient relic on their hands. (1)
One Discovery Leads to Another
The sword was brought to the local museum, which first thought that the sword might be around 1,000 years old. Upon further investigation, the experts now think that it is a 1500-year-old sword from the pre-Viking era. (1)
The museum and local council then decided to excavate the lake further to see what else they might find. They found a third-century brooch and were planning on searching more for other items. (1)
Kids Find the Darndest Things: From 1500-Year-Old Sword to Dino Eggs
In July 2019, a 10-year-old boy found a nest with 66-million-year-old dinosaur eggs while playing on the banks of the Dong River in the Guangdong province of China. An avid reader of books about dinosaurs, he had a hunch that the strange-looking “rocks” he found might actually be dinosaur eggs.
He explained to his mother that he remembered the pattern on the eggs from one he saw on dinosaur eggs at the local museum. They called experts from the museum, who came and confirmed the eggs and their age.
A Diamond is a Girl’s Best Friend
In 1986, a woman from West London in the UK purchased a glass ring at a boot sale for $13 US. She kept it in a box for 33 years, when her mother was defrauded by a relative and left in financial ruin.
Later, she took the ring to a jeweler for appraisal, who found that it was not a glass ring, but in fact a 26.27-carat diamond. She auctioned it off for £740,000 ($954,000). Unsurprisingly, this ring changed both her and her mother’s life.
You Never Know What You Might Find
If these three stories prove anything, it’s that if you think you’ve found something rare or special, it’s well worth looking into it. You may have found an incredible artifact… or perhaps the key to your financial freedom.
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theheartysoul--2020-11-10--Killer whales orchestrating revenge attacks on boats off Spain

In late August fishermen in the Gibraltar Strait reported some strange and aggressive activity from pods of orcas .
These have continued to happen over the last two months , and now researchers believe there are killer whales orchestrating revenge attacks from altercations back in June .
( 1 ) Scientists believe that the killer whales orchestrating revenge attacks on fishing boats and yachts are doing so because of injuries they sustained from rudders back in the summer .
Crews sailing in the Galicia region of Spain reported 22 attacks since August 10 .
While no one has gotten hurt @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to many of the boats .
( 1 ) The Spanish and Portuguese scientists used underwater photography and video footage to identify three whales that have been involved in 61 % of the attacks .
Each of these whales , nicknamed Black Gladis , White Gladis , and Grey Gladis , are showing wound marks .
The researchers believe they sustained these wounds between June and August .
( 1 ) The wounds may have occurred while trying to take tuna off of fishing lines , but they also could be from accidental @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) Advertisement Speed May Have Been a Factor As of now , the researchers don ’ t have clear evidence as to what exactly happened and what type of boat was involved , however , they believe that speed may have been a factor .
( 1 ) After the incident , they believe the orcas may have felt compelled to attack the rudders of boats in order to slow them down so that no other members of their pod would get hurt .
This is why they have been specifically attacking the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Read : Blue Whales Have ‘ Unprecedented ’ Bounce Back From Brink Of Extinction Spanish maritime authorities banned boats less than 15 meters long from the strait for one week at the end of September .
The purpose of the ban was to keep small , more easily damaged boats out of the strait while the orcas make their annual trip up the gulf in pursuit of tuna .
Over the last three years , orcas in South Africa have been attacking great white sharks at an alarming rate .
The pods are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ throat so that their nutrient-rich livers , hearts , and other organs will just slide out .
( 2 ) AdvertisementSeven gill sharks in the area were killed in the same manner .
Scientists linked the attacks to two orcas in the area , who performed these attacks in a very precise and deliberate way .
( 2 ) “ Just under the surface of the skin is the perfect place to open up the shark and access and extract the liver .
I think two of the animals had both the heart @ @ @ @ @ @ @ removed .
Because they ’ re very close there in the body cavity.
” says marine biologist Allison Towner .
“ We think the two killer whales were learning to get hold of the pectoral fins .
We don ’ t know for sure .
It ’ s like a ripping motion .
The liver … it ’ s oily , very slippery , it would naturally slide out so they could come along and share it.
” ( 2 ) Though the whales have not been actually harming humans , they are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t mess with them .
These are strong animals that weigh up to six tonnes .
We must give them both respect and space .
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In late August fishermen in the Gibraltar Strait reported some strange and aggressive activity from pods of orcas. These have continued to happen over the last two months, and now researchers believe there are killer whales orchestrating revenge attacks from altercations back in June. (1)
Killer Whales Orchestrating Revenge Attacks
Scientists believe that the killer whales orchestrating revenge attacks on fishing boats and yachts are doing so because of injuries they sustained from rudders back in the summer. Crews sailing in the Galicia region of Spain reported 22 attacks since August 10. While no one has gotten hurt, the orcas have done severe damage to many of the boats. (1)
Three Main Orcas Identified
The Spanish and Portuguese scientists used underwater photography and video footage to identify three whales that have been involved in 61% of the attacks. Each of these whales, nicknamed Black Gladis, White Gladis, and Grey Gladis, are showing wound marks. The researchers believe they sustained these wounds between June and August. (1)
The wounds may have occurred while trying to take tuna off of fishing lines, but they also could be from accidental contact with the boats. (1)
Speed May Have Been a Factor
As of now, the researchers don’t have clear evidence as to what exactly happened and what type of boat was involved, however, they believe that speed may have been a factor. (1)
“The trigger for this strange and novel behaviour could have been an aversive incident that the orcas had with a boat, and in which the speed of the boat could have been a critical factor,” they said in a statement. (1)
After the incident, they believe the orcas may have felt compelled to attack the rudders of boats in order to slow them down so that no other members of their pod would get hurt. This is why they have been specifically attacking the boats’ rudders. (1)
Read: Blue Whales Have ‘Unprecedented’ Bounce Back From Brink Of Extinction
A Ban on Boats
Spanish maritime authorities banned boats less than 15 meters long from the strait for one week at the end of September. The purpose of the ban was to keep small, more easily damaged boats out of the strait while the orcas make their annual trip up the gulf in pursuit of tuna.
Not Just Boats
Over the last three years, orcas in South Africa have been attacking great white sharks at an alarming rate. The pods are ripping the sharks open just below the throat so that their nutrient-rich livers, hearts, and other organs will just slide out. (2)
Seven gill sharks in the area were killed in the same manner. Scientists linked the attacks to two orcas in the area, who performed these attacks in a very precise and deliberate way. (2)
“Just under the surface of the skin is the perfect place to open up the shark and access and extract the liver. I think two of the animals had both the heart removed and one male had his testes removed. Because they’re very close there in the body cavity.” says marine biologist Allison Towner. “We think the two killer whales were learning to get hold of the pectoral fins. We don’t know for sure. It’s like a ripping motion. The liver … it’s oily, very slippery, it would naturally slide out so they could come along and share it.” (2)
Killer Whale Revenge?
Though the whales have not been actually harming humans, they are sending us a clear message: Don’t mess with them. These are strong animals that weigh up to six tonnes. We must give them both respect and space.
Keep Reading: Humpback whales have been organizing in huge numbers, and no one knows why


theheartysoul--2020-11-10--Woman caught with 9 pounds of marijuana hidden inside fake baby bump

Traveling can be a fun experience and doesn ’ t have to be a challenge .
However , to some , the challenge is what makes traveling fun .
Especially when you ’ re smuggling something illegal using a fake baby bump .
That ’ s exactly what this woman from Argentina did last year when she was caught carrying 15 solid bricks of marijuana .
9 pounds of marijuana was confiscated , and it was all stuffed into her ‘ baby bump.
’ You could say she was ‘ expecting ’ , just not to be caught .
In @ @ @ @ @ @ @ traveling with her male companion to the Chilean border .
However , they had an obscene amount of weed on them while trying to enter Chile .
Once they reached the checkpoint in Mendoza , officers searched the individuals of the bus they were on .
Claimed as the ‘ Narco pregnancy ’ , officers found 15 bricks of cannabis inside the fake pregnant stomach .
In addition , they also found 2 other bricks of marijuana inside her personal bag .
This ended up totaling around 9 pounds of marijuana between the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the 9 pounds of marijuana from the couple , the woman was charged with smuggling drugs .
The authority ’ s statement said that the couple was on their way to Santa Oliva in Patagonia .
Read : Veteran Sentenced To Life in Prison for Selling $ 30 of Marijuana Will Be Freed Unfortunately , this isn ’ t the first time that police have arrested people for smuggling drugs into the country .
In fact , last year Chile and Argentina brought down one of the biggest criminal rings .
There were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all over Argentina .
Ranging from LSD , ecstasy , and methamphetamine .
( 2 ) After conducting a series of raids throughout the city , five properties in Argentina led to seven arrests .
Seizing over 3,100 pills of ecstasy , more than 100 doses of LSD , and 3 kilograms of MDMA powder .
Two other individuals were arrested in Chile for attempting to recover 1.6 kilograms of MDMA powder .
They were caught as authorities tracked the package from the drug ring sent from the Buenos Aires ’ Ezeiza airport @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was the year that Argentina paired up with Paraguay to effectively fight marijuana trafficking .
The couple carrying 9 pounds of marijuana was just the beginning .
They also were able to arrest some of the top drug traffickers in collaboration with Bolivia .
In addition , a renewed effort against smuggling at the Tri-Border Area with Brazil and Paraguay .
( 2 ) Despite their efforts this past year , there is still a constant flow of synthetic drugs .
Belgium and Germany are two of their biggest problems with drug management @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Argentina pour into the country specifically from these two .
However , officials report that drugs are being confiscated everywhere .
In 2018 , most confiscations were at seaports .
This includes Buenos Aires , Rosario , Mar del Plata , Paraná , Mendoza , and Santa Fe .
In addition , some confiscations were made at the border crossings with Chile .
Read : It Looks Like Weed , But It ’ s Not There ’ s a reason why countries have these rules and regulations when it comes to traveling .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ caught smuggling seven gold bars up his bum .
Anyways , the moral of the story is that you shouldn ’ t try to smuggle anything illegal anywhere .
Don ’ t try to smuggle gold and definitely do not try to smuggle 9 pounds of marijuana .
Especially if you intend to use public services such as the mail or the airport .
Keep reading : A Pigeon was ‘ caught with backpack of drugs ’ : Yes , this actually happened .

Traveling can be a fun experience and doesn’t have to be a challenge. However, to some, the challenge is what makes traveling fun. Especially when you’re smuggling something illegal using a fake baby bump. That’s exactly what this woman from Argentina did when she was caught carrying 15 solid bricks of marijuana. 9 pounds of marijuana were confiscated, and it was all stuffed into her ‘baby bump.’ You could say she was ‘expecting’, just not to be caught.
Caught With 9 Pounds Of Marijuana?
In 2019, the unnamed woman was reportedly traveling with her male companion to the Chilean border. However, they had an obscene amount of weed on them while trying to enter Chile. Once they reached the checkpoint in Mendoza, officers searched the individuals on the bus they were on. Claimed as the ‘Narco pregnancy’, officers found 15 bricks of cannabis inside the fake pregnant stomach. In addition, they also found 2 other bricks of marijuana inside her personal bag. This ended up totaling around 9 pounds of marijuana between the two. (1)
“Officers discovered a passenger was carrying two cannabis bricks in a black bag. A young woman was beside him who appeared to be pregnant. She was asked to leave the vehicle and it was confirmed she was also carrying drugs and no baby inside of her.” A police spokesman explained after busting the two scandalous individuals. (1)
After seizing the 9 pounds of marijuana from the couple, the woman was charged with smuggling drugs. The authority’s statement said that the couple was on their way to Santa Oliva in Patagonia.
“She made a belly out of paste, hid 15 cannabis bricks inside it, and faked a pregnancy before trying to take it from Mendoza to Santa Cruz.” States Argentina’s Minister for Security Patricia Bullrich in a tweet. “The pretend mom-to-be and her accomplice were arrested.” (1)
Read: 19 things people go looking for on the dark web
Working Together To Stop Crime
Unfortunately, this isn’t the first time that police have arrested people for smuggling drugs into the country. In fact, in 2019 Chile and Argentina brought down one of the biggest criminal rings. There were numerous reports of synthetic drugs being mailed all over Argentina. Ranging from LSD, ecstasy, and methamphetamine. (2)
After conducting a series of raids throughout the city, five properties in Argentina led to seven arrests. Seizing over 3,100 pills of ecstasy, more than 100 doses of LSD, and 3 kilograms of MDMA powder. Two other individuals were arrested in Chile for attempting to recover 1.6 kilograms of MDMA powder. They were caught as authorities tracked the package from the drug ring sent from the Buenos Aires’ Ezeiza airport.
In light of this, 2019 was the year that Argentina paired up with Paraguay to effectively fight marijuana trafficking. The couple carrying 9 pounds of marijuana was just the beginning. They also were able to arrest some of the top drug traffickers in collaboration with Bolivia. In addition, a renewed effort against smuggling at the Tri-Border Area with Brazil and Paraguay. (2)
Despite their efforts this past year, there is still a constant flow of synthetic drugs. Belgium and Germany are two of their biggest problems with drug management. Hundreds of thousands of pills in Argentina pour into the country specifically from these two. However, officials report that drugs are being confiscated everywhere. In 2018, most confiscations were at seaports. This includes Buenos Aires, Rosario, Mar del Plata, Paraná, Mendoza, and Santa Fe. In addition, some confiscations were made at the border crossings with Chile.
Don’t Smuggle Anything
There’s a reason why countries have these rules and regulations when it comes to traveling. Take this man in India who was caught smuggling seven gold bars up his bum.
Anyways, the moral of the story is that you shouldn’t try to smuggle anything illegal anywhere. Don’t try to smuggle gold and definitely do not try to smuggle 9 pounds of marijuana. Especially if you intend to use public services such as the mail or the airport.
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theheartysoul--2020-11-10--8 Things I Learned from Watching My Mom Die

One of the hardest things any of us will ever have to go through is the loss of a loved one .
Losing a parent can be particularly difficult because it ’ s hard to imagine going through life without them .
Karen Schlaegel knows this first hand , She wrote the article “ 8 Things I Learned From Watching My Mom Die ” to give some hope and help to everyone who is , or will , go through that same thing .
( 1 ) In 2012 , Schlaegel ’ s mom was diagnosed with cancer .
She @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cancer-free for another five years .
Unfortunately in 2017 , her cancer returned .
Even more unfortunate , the cancer was everywhere , including her lungs .
She describes watching her mom go through end-of-life as something that went slowly at first and then almost too fast to keep up .
Then suddenly , her mom was gone .
Karen had to watch her mother die .
She notes that she hasn ’ t always had the best relationship with her mother , and wanted to try to spend this time to somewhat @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to do and what to say in a time like this was difficult .
Advertisement Schlaegel explains how difficult it is to watch someone you care about be in so much pain and go through something so terrible .
That being said , the experience made her realize that this is someone that nearly everyone will face in their lifetime , which is why she wanted to share what she learned .
1 .
You are alone .
Schlaegel talks about how , just like everything in life , there is no guidebook @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a loved one .
There are no hard and fast rules about how to grieve , how to commemorate that person ’ s life , nothing .
Others will try to tell you what to do based on their own experiences , but at the end of it , you really have to do what feels right for you .
No one else can do that for you .
2 .
You are not alone .
It can be hard to ask for help and hard to accept it , but there are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , let ’ s be honest , you really need it .
She urges anyone going through this to not do so alone – accept the help from genuine people , it will make the process much more bearable .
Read : How to Deal with Grief : Beautiful Advice from an Old Man Most people don ’ t like crying in public , Schlaelgel included .
What she discovered , though , is that crying physically can ’ t last forever , and it is actually an important part of the grieving @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the tears roll and release that tension – you ’ ll be better off for it .
4 .
Allow yourself to feel .
No one likes experiencing negative emotions , however , they remain a fact of life and something that you will experience .
The important thing , Schlaegel says , is to allow yourself to feel them , and not to beat yourself up about it .
Negative emotions – anger , sadness , frustration , etc – are normal , especially when going through the loss of someone you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be prepared for everything .
Schlaegel had been trying to mentally prepare for her mother ’ s death from the time she was diagnosed .
No matter what she did , though , could not have prepared her for how she actually felt going through the process .
Her biggest takeaway ?
Things will happen as they happen , you will feel however you feel , but most importantly , you will be okay .
A cliche , maybe , however , it holds a lot of merits .
None of us know @ @ @ @ @ @ @ die , so we must get out there and live our best lives while we still can .
Asking yourself those questions will really help make your every day better and make your overall life more peaceful , fulfilling , and fun .
( 1 ) Schlaegel recommends starting a gratitude journal .
At the end of each day , you write even at least just one or two things good that happened to you that day .
This was something she was already doing and felt that it was very helpful while @ @ @ @ @ @ @ during and after her mother ’ s death .
Read : 22 Things Happy People Do Every Single Day of Their Lives Every time you go through hard times , it makes you stronger for the next time .
You ’ ve made it through a tough situation before , you will make it through this one , and you will be more resilient for those you come across in the future .
There is no right or wrong way to grieve , and most importantly there is no shame in grieving , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ parent die is hard now and it will continue to be hard for a while , but you will come out on the other side .
Have patience and be kind to yourself .
You can find Karen Schlaegel ’ s original article over at Tiny Buddha Keep Reading : Would you consider a flatpack cardboard coffin ?
Many are as funeral costs rise

One of the hardest things any of us will ever have to go through is the loss of a loved one. Losing a parent can be particularly difficult because it’s hard to imagine going through life without them. Karen Schlaegel knows this first hand, She wrote the article “8 Things I Learned From Watching My Mom Die” to give some hope and help to everyone who is, or will, go through that same thing. (1)
“8 Things I Learned From Watching My Mom Die”
In 2012, Schlaegel’s mom was diagnosed with cancer. She had a successful operation which kept her cancer-free for another five years. Unfortunately in 2017, her cancer returned. Even more unfortunate, the cancer was everywhere, including her lungs.
She describes watching her mom go through end-of-life as something that went slowly at first and then almost too fast to keep up. Then suddenly, her mom was gone. Karen had to watch her mother die.
She notes that she hasn’t always had the best relationship with her mother, and wanted to try to spend this time to somewhat make peace with everything. Knowing what to do and what to say in a time like this was difficult.
“I was convinced that I should be doing something, saying something, but could not think of anything at all that might ease her final passage. The relationship with my mum had always been difficult, thus this also felt like the last chance to make my peace with her, with us.” she wrote. (1)
Schlaegel explains how difficult it is to watch someone you care about be in so much pain and go through something so terrible. That being said, the experience made her realize that this is someone that nearly everyone will face in their lifetime, which is why she wanted to share what she learned.
1. You are alone.
Schlaegel talks about how, just like everything in life, there is no guidebook on how to handle the passing of a loved one. There are no hard and fast rules about how to grieve, how to commemorate that person’s life, nothing.
Others will try to tell you what to do based on their own experiences, but at the end of it, you really have to do what feels right for you. No one else can do that for you.
2. You are not alone.
It can be hard to ask for help and hard to accept it, but there are people who want to give it and, let’s be honest, you really need it.
“I tend to be a control-freak, proud of my independence, always having been able to deal with things by myself. Suddenly I felt frighteningly helpless. I felt like everyone else had it figured out and I was failing miserably.” (1)
She urges anyone going through this to not do so alone – accept the help from genuine people, it will make the process much more bearable.
3. Crying is cathartic.
Most people don’t like crying in public, Schlaelgel included. What she discovered, though, is that crying physically can’t last forever, and it is actually an important part of the grieving process.
“Somebody told me that it’s physiologically impossible to cry continuously. I can’t remember the time, but it’s something like twenty minutes after which the crying will automatically cease. That thought comforted me: The worst that could happen would be to cry for twenty minutes. That seemed manageable. Besides, there didn’t seem to be much I could do to stop the tears from coming anyway.” (1)
Her advice is to let the tears roll and release that tension – you’ll be better off for it.
4. Allow yourself to feel.
No one likes experiencing negative emotions, however, they remain a fact of life and something that you will experience. The important thing, Schlaegel says, is to allow yourself to feel them, and not to beat yourself up about it.
Negative emotions – anger, sadness, frustration, etc – are normal, especially when going through the loss of someone you love.
“Don’t judge your feelings. Allow them to flow through you. Fighting them will only make them linger longer. Feel them and seek to learn from them. Everything we feel can teach us a lesson.” (1)
5. You can’t be prepared for everything.
Schlaegel had been trying to mentally prepare for her mother’s death from the time she was diagnosed. No matter what she did, though, could not have prepared her for how she actually felt going through the process.
“Grief took on many different forms for me. I hadn’t expected any of them and had nevertheless been going through various scenarios beforehand. It turned out to have been a waste of time to even attempt preparing for any of it. And this applies to most things in life.” (1)
Her biggest takeaway? Things will happen as they happen, you will feel however you feel, but most importantly, you will be okay.
6. Carpe Diem.
A cliche, maybe, however, it holds a lot of merits. None of us know how or when we are going to die, so we must get out there and live our best lives while we still can.
“Death puts things into perspective in many ways. Is it worth getting upset or stressed over certain things? Do I really want to hold a grudge? Is this really worth my time? Is this who I want to spend my time with? How will I feel looking back on my life when my time comes?” (1)
Asking yourself those questions will really help make your every day better and make your overall life more peaceful, fulfilling, and fun. (1)
7. Practice gratitude.
Schlaegel recommends starting a gratitude journal. At the end of each day, you write even at least just one or two things good that happened to you that day.
“It’s not about forcing yourself to be happy all the time; it’s about changing your perspective and focusing on the “good” without denying the “bad.” It helps me not to take things for granted in everyday life.” (1)
This was something she was already doing and felt that it was very helpful while going through the stages of grief both during and after her mother’s death.
8. Resilience is key.
Every time you go through hard times, it makes you stronger for the next time. You’ve made it through a tough situation before, you will make it through this one, and you will be more resilient for those you come across in the future.
“You can find the lesson in whatever life serves you. You can combine all of the above and be safe in the knowledge that you will be okay. I feel more resilient and I am confident that it will help me master other situations in the future. It doesn’t mean that there won’t be pain. But you are able to handle it and bounce back.” (1)
The Bottom Line
There is no right or wrong way to grieve, and most importantly there is no shame in grieving, no matter the situation. Watching your mother die (or any parent) is hard now and it will continue to be hard for a while, but you will come out on the other side. Have patience and be kind to yourself.
You can find Karen Schlaegel’s original article over at Tiny Buddha
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theheartysoul--2020-11-09--This 75-Million-Year-Old Rock Formation In Thailand Looks Like A Crashed Spaceship

In Thailand there is a rock formation that looks like a variety of things , depending on how you look at it .
Some say it looks like a crashed spaceship , however , others say it looks like a family of blue whales .
This is where Three Whale Rock gets its name .
( 1 ) In Bueng Kan , Thailand ’ s newest province , there is a 75-million-year-old rock formation called Hin Sam Wan , or in English , Three Whale Rock .
This is because when looked at from the right vantage point , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ whales .
( 1 ) If you are visiting Thailand , this is certainly something you will want to see .
Read : The Montezuma Castle – The Incredible Stone Dwelling Built Almost a Millennium Ago Is Still Intact How to Get to Three Whale Rock In order to actually get to Three Whale Rock , you will have to be at least somewhat physically fit .
It is accessible via a network of trails .
Visitors must hike up these trails to reach the rock , which delivers some truly incredible views @ @ @ @ @ @ @ expect to see from on top of Three Whale Rock include ( 1 ) : • The mountains of the Pakkading district of Lao People ’ s Democratic Republic AdvertisementWhen you go , plan on spending the whole day here .
There are nine different trails you can hike , each delivering different things : Nature , waterfalls , and wildlife .
( 2 ) Both the sunrise and sunset from on top of Three Whale Rock are extraordinary , so whichever you choose to see will be well worth your while .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Tourism Authority of Thailand ( TAT ) created the 7 Greens Initiative to promote sustainable tourism throughout the country .
The natural beauty of Thailand is what draws millions of tourists every year , so they aim to protect their country ’ s most valuable resource .
( 1 ) The guidelines of the 7 Greens Initiative are in place to help manage tourism in a way that protects the natural landscape and wildlife so that tourists can enjoy destinations such as the Three Whale Rock for generations to come .
( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Like Inside The Tiny Town Where Cars Are Banned How You Can Help Tourists can do many things to help protect the places they visit .
These include : • Respecting the people who live their and their customs • Researching beforehand to understand customs , cultural requirements , etc .
• Being respectful of nature and wildlife : Give the wildlife space , do not litter , do not take things from the natural landscapes .
Travel as sustainably and respectfully as possible and you will help to preserve places like Three @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Keep Reading : The Gorillas in This Selfie Want to Be Just as Cool as the Man Who Protects Them

In Thailand there is a rock formation that looks like a variety of things, depending on how you look at it. Some say it looks like a crashed spaceship, however, others say it looks like a family of blue whales. This is where Three Whale Rock gets its name. (1)
Thailand’s Three Whale Rock
In Bueng Kan, Thailand’s newest province, there is a 75-million-year-old rock formation called Hin Sam Wan, or in English, Three Whale Rock. This is because when looked at from the right vantage point, the rocks look like a family of swimming whales. (1)
If you are visiting Thailand, this is certainly something you will want to see.
Read: The Montezuma Castle – The Incredible Stone Dwelling Built Almost a Millennium Ago Is Still Intact
How to Get to Three Whale Rock
In order to actually get to Three Whale Rock, you will have to be at least somewhat physically fit. It is accessible via a network of trails. Visitors must hike up these trails to reach the rock, which delivers some truly incredible views. (1)
Things you can expect to see from on top of Three Whale Rock include (1):
The beaches of Mekong
The mountains of the Pakkading district of Lao People’s Democratic Republic
The Phu Wua Forest
The Bang Bat Brook (2)
The Sadok rapids (2)
When you go, plan on spending the whole day here. There are nine different trails you can hike, each delivering different things: Nature, waterfalls, and wildlife. (2) Both the sunrise and sunset from on top of Three Whale Rock are extraordinary, so whichever you choose to see will be well worth your while. (1, 2)
The 7 Greens Initiative
In 2011 the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) created the 7 Greens Initiative to promote sustainable tourism throughout the country. The natural beauty of Thailand is what draws millions of tourists every year, so they aim to protect their country’s most valuable resource. (1)
The guidelines of the 7 Greens Initiative are in place to help manage tourism in a way that protects the natural landscape and wildlife so that tourists can enjoy destinations such as the Three Whale Rock for generations to come. (1)
Read: What Life Is Like Inside The Tiny Town Where Cars Are Banned
How You Can Help
Tourists can do many things to help protect the places they visit. These include:
Respecting the people who live their and their customs
Researching beforehand to understand customs, cultural requirements, etc.
Being respectful of nature and wildlife: Give the wildlife space, do not litter, do not take things from the natural landscapes.
Travel as sustainably and respectfully as possible and you will help to preserve places like Three Whale Rock for many years to come.
Keep Reading: The Gorillas in This Selfie Want to Be Just as Cool as the Man Who Protects Them


theheartysoul--2020-11-11--9 Seeds Everyone Should Grow and Store in Case of a Global Emergency

Doomsday prepping used to be a fringe movement that many people regarded as a community of paranoid fanatics .
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic , however , people across the country are looking toward preppers for survival advice .
One way they stay prepared for possible disaster is by stockpiling emergency seeds .
To some , the thought of stores running out of food during a crisis may have at one time seemed outrageous .
The empty grocery store shelves last spring , however , made that scenario feel much more possible .
In the event of a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ collection of emergency seeds is an excellent way to ensure that you and your loved ones will be able to sustain themselves .
Beyond an apocalypse-style crisis , however , storing seeds over winter is a great way to cut down the cost of your annual vegetable garden .
By saving seeds , you can grow a garden without having to purchase new seeds or plants every season .
Read : The Shelf Life of 32 Foods in Your Pantry What are the Best Emergency Seeds ?
When it comes to storing seeds @ @ @ @ @ @ @ equal .
Plants with flowers that are self-pollinating , like tomatoes or peppers , tend to be easier for seed saving .
They require little or no special treatment before saving .
Seeds from biennial crops , however , are harder to save because they require two growing seasons in order to set seed .
AdvertisementOpen-pollinated plants are also a better choice for seed saving rather than hybrids .
This is because it is impossible to predict the quality of a hybrid plant and its fruit .
When it comes to emergency seeds @ @ @ @ @ @ @ leave anything up to chance [ 1 ] .
The following are some of the most practical plants for harvesting and storing seeds : Non-hybrid tomato plants , like “ Big Rainbow ” , “ San Marzano ” , and “ Brandywine ” are excellent seed-savers .
These varieties will give you a consistent fruit season after season [ 1 ] .
Nutritionally , tomatoes are an excellent choice because they are high in vitamin C and other antioxidants .
They also provide potassium , folate , lycopene , lutein , and beta-carotene @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , “ California Wonder ” and “ Corno di Toro ” peppers are also non-hybrids that will produce a consistent crop .
Peppers also provide a good amount of vitamin C , vitamin A , vitamin B6 , folate , and vitamin E [ 3 ] .
Open-pollinated bean varieties include “ Kentucky Wonder ” , “ Blue Lake ” and “ Tendercrop ” [ 1 ] .
They are a rich source of vitamins A , C , and K , as well as folic acid and fiber [ 4 ] .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ , ‘ Little Marvel ’ and ‘ Perfection ’ peas [ 1 ] .
They are an excellent source of vitamin K , as well as manganese , B vitamins , fiber , vitamin C , phosphorus , and folate [ 5 ] .
The following plants are more difficult to harvest seeds from , but provide a variety of nutrients in the event of an emergency : Kale is an excellent source of vitamins A , K , B6 and C , calcium , potassium , copper and manganese [ 6 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ robust green vegetable that grows well in a variety of conditions.Advertisement Spinach is a good source of calcium , magnesium , potassium , vitamin A , and folate .
It also contains vitamin K , fiber , phosphorus , and thiamine [ 7 ] .
Carrots are one of the best vegetable sources of vitamin A .
They are also high in biotin and vitamin K , and contain a good amount of fiber [ 8 ] .
They are more difficult in terms of seed storage because they require two growing seasons @ @ @ @ @ @ @ worth the wait .
Like carrots , beets also won ’ t produce seeds until their second growing season .
That being said , they provide a lot of nutrition .
They contain betalains , which are phytonutrients that have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects .
Beets are also a great source of folate , manganese , copper , and fiber [ 9 ] .
Radishes are a good source of antioxidants like catechin , pyrogallol , vanillic acid , and other phenolic compounds .
They also contain chemical compounds like glucosinolate and isothiocyanate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ help regulate blood sugar levels and block the formation of diabetes [ 10 ] .
Read : Drink More Cabbage Juice : It Can Help Heal Stomach Ulcers , Support Your Liver , May Reduce Inflammation and More For vegetables like carrots , kale , spinach , beets , and radishes , you ’ re likely better off purchasing seed packets from your local garden shoppe and storing them for safe-keeping .
You can ask the experts there for advice on how to store them properly so they will remain viable for the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ beans , and peas , however , you can harvest those seeds yourself quite easily .
To do so , follow these steps : • Allow the fruit to fully ripen .
In the case of peppers , you want to wait until the pepper has started to wrinkle before picking it .
For beans and peas , you should allow the pods to ripen on the plant until they are dry and starting to turn brown .
You should be able to hear the seeds rattling around on the inside .
• @ @ @ @ @ @ @ gel in a glass jar with water .
Swirl the mixture twice per day .
Within five days it should ferment and the seeds will fall to the bottom .
Pour off the liquid , rinse the seeds , and spread them on paper towels to dry .
• For Peppers : Simply scrape the seeds out and lay them out to dry .
• For Peas and Beans : remove the pods from the plant and spread them out inside to dry .
You can leave them in the pods until you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ remove the seeds from the pods after they ’ ve been drying for at least two weeks [ 1 ] .
Seedsavers.org offers three tips for storing your seeds to ensure they are viable come planting season : You should keep your seeds in a cool location that is out of direct sunlight .
This area should also maintain a fairly consistent temperature .
A cold closet or a basement can be a good spot .
Alternatively , so long as your seeds are fully dry you can store them in the refrigerator @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your seeds should also not be humid .
This is because humidity can cause your seeds to sprout before you ’ re ready to plant them .
It is also important to ensure your seeds are sufficiently dry before you store them , for the same reason .
Rodents and pests may enjoy your seeds as a little snack , so choose a spot that is safe from critters .
Glass jars , metal containers , or wire mesh can also protect your seeds from would-be predators .
Some seeds , like carrots @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tend to last as long in storage .
To ensure these seeds last until next growing season , keep them in the freezer so they don ’ t lose their ability to germinate and grow [ 11 ] .
Emergency Seeds to Meet Your Needs While it may sound extreme to some , having emergency seeds in case of a crisis is a good way to ensure that your family will have access to healthy food .
At the very least , harvesting and saving your own seeds can reduce the costs associated @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so you can enjoy a delicious crop season after season .
Read : 12 Vegetables You Can Grow All Winter

Doomsday prepping used to be a fringe movement that many people regarded as a community of paranoid fanatics. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, however, people across the country are looking toward preppers for survival advice. One way they stay prepared for possible disaster is by stockpiling emergency seeds.
To some, the thought of stores running out of food during a crisis may have at one time seemed outrageous. The empty grocery store shelves last spring, however, made that scenario feel much more possible. In the event of a national or global crisis, having a collection of emergency seeds is an excellent way to ensure that you and your loved ones will be able to sustain themselves.
Beyond an apocalypse-style crisis, however, storing heirloom seeds over winter is a great way to cut down the cost of your annual vegetable garden. By saving seeds, you can grow a garden without having to purchase new seeds or plants every season.
Read next: 10+ Frugal Living Tips From The Great Depression
What are the Best Emergency Seeds?
When it comes to storing seeds, not all of them are made equal. Plants with flowers that are self-pollinating, like tomatoes or peppers, tend to be easier for seed saving. They require little or no special treatment before saving.
Seeds from biennial crops, however, are harder to save because they require two growing seasons in order to set seed.
Open-pollinated plants are also a better choice for seed saving rather than hybrids. This is because it is impossible to predict the quality of a hybrid plant and its fruit. When it comes to emergency seeds, you don’t want to leave anything up to chance.
The following are some of the most practical plants for harvesting and storing seeds:
Tomatoes
Non-hybrid tomato plants, like “Big Rainbow”, “San Marzano”, and “Brandywine” are excellent seed-savers. These varieties will give you a consistent fruit season after season. Nutritionally, tomatoes are an excellent choice because they are high in vitamin C and other antioxidants. They also provide potassium, folate, lycopene, lutein, and beta-carotene.
Read More: How To Save Tomato Seeds For Next Year’s Garden
Peppers
“Habanero”, “California Wonder” and “Corno di Toro” peppers are also non-hybrids that will produce a consistent crop. Peppers also provide a good amount of vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin B6, folate, and vitamin E.
Beans
Open-pollinated bean varieties include “Kentucky Wonder”, “Blue Lake” and “Tendercrop”. They are a rich source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as folic acid and fiber.
Peas
Non-hybrid varieties of peas include ‘Lincoln’, ‘Little Marvel’ and ‘Perfection’ peas. They are an excellent source of vitamin K, as well as manganese, B vitamins, fiber, vitamin C, phosphorus, and folate.
The following plants are more difficult to harvest seeds from, but provide a variety of nutrients in the event of an emergency:
Kale
Kale is an excellent source of vitamins A, K, B6 and C, calcium, potassium, copper and manganese. It is also a very robust green vegetable that grows well in a variety of conditions.
Spinach
Spinach is a good source of calcium, magnesium, potassium, vitamin A, and folate. It also contains vitamin K, fiber, phosphorus, and thiamine.
Carrots
Carrots are one of the best vegetable sources of vitamin A. They are also high in biotin and vitamin K, and contain a good amount of fiber. They are more difficult in terms of seed storage because they require two growing seasons to drop seed, but they are worth the wait.
Beets
Like carrots, beets also won’t produce seeds until their second growing season. That being said, they provide a lot of nutrition. They contain betalains, which are phytonutrients that have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Beets are also a great source of folate, manganese, copper, and fiber.
Radishes
Radishes are a good source of antioxidants like catechin, pyrogallol, vanillic acid, and other phenolic compounds. They also contain chemical compounds like glucosinolate and isothiocyanate and the antioxidant coenzyme Q10 that can help regulate blood sugar levels and block the formation of diabetes.
Zucchini
Zucchini made it on this list in part because of how large the squash are able to grow and how productive just one plant is. When you let the squash grow larger, they get seedy and a bit watery – not the best. That said, because of how quickly these squash grow, they can provide an important food source for other food sources. For example, if you keep chickens, they’ll enjoy eating big, overripe zucchini, especially if grain feed became scarce for any reason.
How to Harvest Emergency Seeds
For vegetables like carrots, kale, spinach, beets, and radishes, you’re likely better off purchasing seed packets from your local garden shoppe and storing them for safe-keeping. You can ask the experts there for advice on how to store them properly so they will remain viable for the long-term.
For tomatoes, peppers, beans, and peas, however, you can harvest those seeds yourself quite easily. To do so, follow these steps:
Allow the fruit to fully ripen. In the case of peppers, you want to wait until the pepper has started to wrinkle before picking it. For beans and peas, you should allow the pods to ripen on the plant until they are dry and starting to turn brown. You should be able to hear the seeds rattling around on the inside. For tomatoes: put the seeds and gel in a glass jar with water. Swirl the mixture twice per day. Within five days it should ferment and the seeds will fall to the bottom. Pour off the liquid, rinse the seeds, and spread them on paper towels to dry. For Peppers: Simply scrape the seeds out and lay them out to dry. For Peas and Beans: remove the pods from the plant and spread them out inside to dry. You can leave them in the pods until you’re ready to plant them or remove the seeds from the pods after they’ve been drying for at least two weeks.
Read More: 10 Vegetables You Can Grow From Scraps At Home
How to Store Emergency Seeds
Here are three tips for storing your seeds to ensure they are viable come planting season:
Tip #1: Keep them cool
You should keep your seeds in a cool location that is out of direct sunlight. This area should also maintain a fairly consistent temperature. A cold closet or a basement can be a good spot. Alternatively, so long as your seeds are fully dry you can store them in the refrigerator.
Tip #2: Keep them dry
The location in which you store your seeds should also not be humid. This is because humidity can cause your seeds to sprout before you’re ready to plant them. It is also important to ensure your seeds are sufficiently dry before you store them, for the same reason.
Tip #3: Protect your seeds
Rodents and pests may enjoy your seeds as a little snack, so choose a spot that is safe from critters. Glass jars, metal containers, or wire mesh can also protect your seeds from would-be predators.
Some seeds, like carrots, for example, don’t tend to last as long in storage. To ensure these seeds last until next growing season, keep them in the freezer so they don’t lose their ability to germinate and grow.
Emergency Seeds to Meet Your Needs
While it may sound extreme to some, having emergency seeds in case of a crisis is a good way to ensure that your family will have access to healthy food. At the very least, harvesting and saving your own seeds can reduce the costs associated with growing your own vegetable garden, so you can enjoy a delicious crop season after season.
Read: 12 Vegetables You Can Grow All Winter


theheartysoul--2020-11-11--The ‘Shopping Cart Theory’ supposedly determines who is a good person and who isn’t

Do you believe that there could be one simple test to determine whether or not someone is a good person ?
One Twitter user does .
He proposed “ the shopping cart theory ” that determines one ’ s character based on whether or not they put away their cart at the grocery store .
( 1 ) If you put your grocery cart away , either back in the store or in the parking lot carousel , after use , despite the fact that you don ’ t technically have to and there is no penalty if you don @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , considerate person .
( 1 ) On the contrary , if you don ’ t put your cart away , instead choosing to abandon it in the parking lot for a store employee to collect , you are the opposite .
( 1 ) When you think about it , the shopping cart theory makes sense .
Putting away a shopping cart in its rightful place is something we all agree is a kind or considerate thing to do .
Other than extreme emergencies , there are really no situations that make @ @ @ @ @ @ @ small amount of time required to put away your cart .
That being said , not returning your cart is not illegal , either .
It is not required , you won ’ t be fined or banned from the store or thrown in jail for not putting your cart back .
This is what makes it a considerate , selfless act – because you are not required to do it .
This means that those who do always put away their cart are doing it out of the kindness of their own @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they know that it will make the day of the grocery store employee – a complete stranger – whose job it is to collect the carts much easier .
Essentially , those who do not put their carts away are lazy and care only about themselves .
The theory was posted by a Twitter user named Jared and sparked quite a lot of conversation .
The majority of Twitter users agreed .
( 1 ) Others claimed that there are good reasons to not return carts that aren ’ t emergency situations .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ however , was quick to point out that lots of parents with young children are still able to return their carts and that this isn ’ t as good of a reason as many want to think that it is .
( 1 ) Read : The Banana Trick and Other Acts of Self-Checkout Thievery There were some users who claimed that cart retrieval is someone ’ s job , and they are simply trying to help them keep their job , get more hours , and make more money .
Users who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were quick to point out the flaws in these types of arguments .
These users explained that there are no grocery stores that hire someone solely for cart duty .
This job is one of the many jobs grocery store employees have to do .
It does not give them more hours or make them more money .
In addition , they explained that in the freezing cold , pouring rain , or extreme heat , this job is actually really difficult .
It ’ s much easier for a shopper to take @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Compare that to an employee having to deal with an entire Costco parking lot .
This debate is so big , in fact , that there is an entire Twitter account dedicated to it called Cart Narcs .
It seems the shopping cart theory is more divisive than one would think .
One Twitter user , Ashlee Boyer , claimed that this was an unfair statement because it doesn ’ t allow for people with disabilities .
( 1 ) Many other users questioned this , however .
Let ’ s say someone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ push it around the store , and get back to their car and unload .
Why all of a sudden is it too difficult to return the cart ?
Boyer claimed that flare-ups can happen at any time without warning .
This is why sometimes people with chronic pain or illness sometimes can ’ t .
( 1 ) The general consensus is the post refers to those who have no real reason not to return their cart .
It does not refer to those who are physically incapable .
In general , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who don ’ t return their grocery carts are lazy , inconsiderate and entitled .
What do you think ?
Do you believe that the shopping cart theory is an appropriate judge of moral character ?
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Do you believe that there could be one simple test to determine whether or not someone is a good person? One Twitter user does. He proposed “the shopping cart theory” that determines one’s character based on whether or not they put away their cart at the grocery store. (1)
The Shopping Cart Theory
The shopping cart theory is simple:
If you put your grocery cart away, either back in the store or in the parking lot carousel, after use, despite the fact that you don’t technically have to and there is no penalty if you don’t, you are a kind, considerate person. (1)
On the contrary, if you don’t put your cart away, instead choosing to abandon it in the parking lot for a store employee to collect, you are the opposite. (1)
The Details
When you think about it, the shopping cart theory makes sense. Putting away a shopping cart in its rightful place is something we all agree is a kind or considerate thing to do. Other than extreme emergencies, there are really no situations that make it a bad idea to take the small amount of time required to put away your cart.
That being said, not returning your cart is not illegal, either. It is not required, you won’t be fined or banned from the store or thrown in jail for not putting your cart back. This is what makes it a considerate, selfless act – because you are not required to do it.
This means that those who do always put away their cart are doing it out of the kindness of their own hearts. They put it away because they know that it will make the day of the grocery store employee – a complete stranger – whose job it is to collect the carts much easier.
Essentially, those who do not put their carts away are lazy and care only about themselves.
A Viral Tweet
The theory was posted by a Twitter user named Jared and sparked quite a lot of conversation. The majority of Twitter users agreed. (1)
i can’t fucking stop thinking about the shopping cart theory pic.twitter.com/0v2MCtbX47 — björk and beans? (@ANTICHRISTJARED) May 14, 2020
Twitter user Bekah respond:
“Idk I just feel like as someone who once worked a retail job, I might not be required to put it back but the guy working would really appreciate it so I might as well make someone else’s day easier?? Idk it’s more about respect for the worker and not the unspoken societal law” (1)
To her comment, Twitter user Sam replied:
“i mean yeah that’s the idea. having that level of respect and consideration for a stranger is what makes you a “good member of society”.” (1)
Others claimed that there are good reasons to not return carts that aren’t emergency situations. One user commented:
“A good reason not to return it is if you are alone, with young children, and you are too far from the return to leave your kids alone in the car” (1)
Another user, however, was quick to point out that lots of parents with young children are still able to return their carts and that this isn’t as good of a reason as many want to think that it is. (1)
“Nah that ain’t a good reason. Loads of parents put their carts away with kids. And is it a sin to leave kids in the car for the 30 seconds it takes to return the cart? I get not going into the store but you can see the car the whole time! Come on now.” wrote user Sarah Grace. (1)
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The Grand Debate
There were some users who claimed that cart retrieval is someone’s job, and they are simply trying to help them keep their job, get more hours, and make more money. Users who had or still work at grocery stores were quick to point out the flaws in these types of arguments.
These users explained that there are no grocery stores that hire someone solely for cart duty. This job is one of the many jobs grocery store employees have to do. It does not give them more hours or make them more money.
In addition, they explained that in the freezing cold, pouring rain, or extreme heat, this job is actually really difficult. It’s much easier for a shopper to take two minutes to return their cart. Compare that to an employee having to deal with an entire Costco parking lot.
This debate is so big, in fact, that there is an entire Twitter account dedicated to it called Cart Narcs. It seems the shopping cart theory is more divisive than one would think.
Is It Ableist?
One Twitter user, Ashlee Boyer, claimed that this was an unfair statement because it doesn’t allow for people with disabilities. (1)
“How about we don’t judge someone’s character based on physical ability? Like, ever? I can see an instance where someone with a chronic condition has a flare up and it’s all they can do to get the cart to their car.” (1)
Many other users questioned this, however. Let’s say someone was able to get a cart, push it around the store, and get back to their car and unload. Why all of a sudden is it too difficult to return the cart? Boyer claimed that flare-ups can happen at any time without warning. This is why sometimes people with chronic pain or illness sometimes can’t. (1)
The general consensus is the post refers to those who have no real reason not to return their cart. It does not refer to those who are physically incapable.
Shopping Cart Theory: The Bottom Line
In general, the consensus seems to be that people who don’t return their grocery carts are lazy, inconsiderate and entitled.
What do you think? Do you believe that the shopping cart theory is an appropriate judge of moral character?
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theheartysoul--2020-11-11--Graduate Creates Gun That Turns Tears Into Bullets

We all know that tears can sometimes be used as a tool to emotionally manipulate , but what about a physical weapon ?
It ’ s something that has only been done once .
In 2016 a student in the Netherlands built a gun that turns tears into bullets .
( 1 ) The Gun that Turns Tears Into Bullets Now before anyone gets all up in arms , the gun is not a dangerous one .
In fact , it really can ’ t hurt anyone at all .
The creativity behind the design , however , is fascinating @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a hard time while studying abroad at the Design Academy Eindhoven in The Netherlands .
Professors were continuing to pile work on her with unrealistic deadlines that she was finding impossible to keep up with .
( 1 ) Advertisement Whereas the Dutch students knew to speak up in these cases to their teachers , in Taiwan this is culturally unacceptable .
Professors kept asking more and more of her until she reached a point that she couldn ’ t possibly handle .
One of her professors began scolding her during a presentation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A fellow student then stood up for Chen to the professor , causing her to become overwhelmed with emotions .
This struggle to speak her mind is what sparked the idea for her graduate project : The gun that turns tears into bullets .
How the Gun Turns Tears Into Bullets The gun itself is actually quite attractive to look at , made of brass , silicone , and plastic .
It works as follow ( 1 ) : • The user wears a mask with a silicone cup placed just under the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The tears flow into a bottle where they are frozen .
• The frozen tears are loaded into an attached gun where they can be fired .
The gun was put on display at the 2016 Dutch Design Week .
The best part , however , is that Chen was allowed to fire her tear gun at the same professor that made her cry on stage at her graduation .
As already mentioned , the gun is harmless .
There are no plans to make the gun somehow more powerful or in any @ @ @ @ @ @ @ At its core , you could consider this to be art and is meant to be a tangible metaphor .
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We all know that tears can sometimes be used as a tool to emotionally manipulate, but what about a physical weapon? It’s something that has only been done once. In 2016 a student in the Netherlands built a gun that turns tears into bullets. (1)
The Gun that Turns Tears Into Bullets
Now before anyone gets all up in arms, the gun is not a dangerous one. In fact, it really can’t hurt anyone at all. The creativity behind the design, however, is fascinating.
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The Inspiration
Tawainese student Yi-Fei Chen was having a hard time while studying abroad at the Design Academy Eindhoven in The Netherlands. Professors were continuing to pile work on her with unrealistic deadlines that she was finding impossible to keep up with. (1)
Whereas the Dutch students knew to speak up in these cases to their teachers, in Taiwan this is culturally unacceptable. Professors kept asking more and more of her until she reached a point that she couldn’t possibly handle.
“The difficulties living as a foreigner in another country lead to high pressures in the study environment,” she said. “Those pressures had been building for 18 months before finally reaching a crisis point during one of my midterm presentations.” (1)
One of her professors began scolding her during a presentation, saying that she was unprepared. A fellow student then stood up for Chen to the professor, causing her to become overwhelmed with emotions.
“I was too emotional to control myself, I could not hold my tears so I cried,” she said. “I turned my back to the others, because I did not want people to see me crying.” (1)
This struggle to speak her mind is what sparked the idea for her graduate project: The gun that turns tears into bullets.
Read: The Himalayan invention powered by pine needles
How the Gun Turns Tears Into Bullets
The gun itself is actually quite attractive to look at, made of brass, silicone, and plastic. It works as follow (1):
The user wears a mask with a silicone cup placed just under the eye that catches their tears. The tears flow into a bottle where they are frozen. The frozen tears are loaded into an attached gun where they can be fired.
The gun was put on display at the 2016 Dutch Design Week. The best part, however, is that Chen was allowed to fire her tear gun at the same professor that made her cry on stage at her graduation.
As already mentioned, the gun is harmless. There are no plans to make the gun somehow more powerful or in any way able to cause actual damage. At its core, you could consider this to be art and is meant to be a tangible metaphor.


theheartysoul--2020-11-11--“Only Geniuses Can Solve” The Viral 11×11 = 4 Puzzle. The Correct Answer Explained

At the Hearty Soul , we love a good brain teaser , so naturally , we couldn ’ t resist sharing the latest of these with our readers .
Apparently , only geniuses can solve this viral “ IQ test ” .
Can you ?
The Problem Only Geniuses Can Solve The following equation has been viewed millions of times and people are debating the correct answer all over social media .
It has been said that only geniuses can solve it , so if you are able to then you must be pretty smart .
The problem is as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see if you can figure it out on your own .
Whether you ’ re confident in your answer or you are entirely confused , watch the video below to learn whether or not you got it right .
Now that you ’ ve solved ( or at least been shown how to solve ) that problem , test yourself further with these brain-teasing equations : • If you can solve this math equation , then you really are a genius .
• The math equation lots of adults are flunking .
• @ @ @ @ @ @ @ intricate riddle ?
• Try to solve this viral Japanese math problem .
• Can you solve this math problem without a calculator ?
• The viral math problem that has people up in arms .
Once you ’ ve figured out all the answers , challenge your friends and family to see if they can get them , too .

At the Hearty Soul, we love a good brain teaser, so naturally, we couldn’t resist sharing the latest of these with our readers. Apparently, only geniuses can solve this viral “IQ test”. Can you?
The Problem Only Geniuses Can Solve
The following equation has been viewed millions of times and people are debating the correct answer all over social media. It has been said that only geniuses can solve it, so if you are able to then you must be pretty smart.
The problem is as follows:
11 x 11 = 4
22 x 22 = 16
33 x 33 = ?
Give it a try and see if you can figure it out on your own.
The Answer
Whether you’re confident in your answer or you are entirely confused, watch the video below to learn whether or not you got it right.
Other Brain Teasers
Now that you’ve solved (or at least been shown how to solve) that problem, test yourself further with these brain-teasing equations:
If you can solve this math equation, then you really are a genius.
Try to solve this viral Japanese math problem.
Can you solve this math problem without a calculator?
Once you’ve figured out all the answers, challenge your friends and family to see if they can get them, too.


theheartysoul--2020-11-11--The Biggest Babies Ever Born

The Biggest Babies Ever Born

Childbirth is no laughing matter and is one of the most painful experiences any woman could endure .
However , some moms have an easier time compared to others .
Can you imagine giving birth to a baby that ’ s almost 20lbs ?
That ’ s essentially the same as giving birth to a sledgehammer .
Over the years , some of the most impressively sized babies have been born into the world .
However , we believe these record-breaking babies are some of the biggest babies ever born .
Anna Bates was a very tall Canadian woman , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be very intelligent excelling in literature and music .
Later in life , Bates had given birth to two stillborn children .
Going into labor for the second time on January 15 , 1879 .
Finally , giving birth to her 23.12lbs son that measured to be 30 inches tall .
Her child was considered to be one of the biggest babies born during that time .
Unfortunately , her child was only able to survive for 11 hours afterward .
( 1 ) Carmelina Fedele gave birth to the second biggest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 1955 .
Her child weighed 22lbs and 8 ounces , cutting it very close to Anna Bates 23lb infant .
Unfortunately , there isn ’ t a lot of information about Fedele and her baby other than this record .
( 2 ) The parents of Akbar , Hananudlin , and Ani , gave birth to him weighing at 19lbs and 2 ounces in 2009 .
Akbar measured to be about 24.4 inches in length .
However , because Akbar ’ s mom was diagnosed with diabetes , doctors performed a complicated 40-minute @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) Advertisement Tatyana Khalina was 43 years old when she gave birth to her daughter , Nadia .
Weighing at 17lbs and 7 ounces , Tatyana blames the size of her child on her poor eating habits during pregnancy .
Because her family is so poor her diet consisted of potatoes , noodles , and tomatoes .
Tatyana had a cesarean section surgery due to how large her child was .
( 4 ) Francisca dos Santos gave birth to her 17lbs son in Salvador Brazil from a cesarean section delivery .
Ademilton @ @ @ @ @ @ @ biggest infant born in Brazil to this day .
Francisca was diagnosed with diabetes before being pregnant and states that she was concerned for his well being .
Doctors attribute her diabetes to her son ’ s oversized appearance .
( 5 ) In 2007 , Cathleen Abels gave birth to her 16lbs daughter in the Tygerberg Hospital located in Cape Town .
Although , the doctors first thought Abels was carrying twins this whole time .
To their surprise , the staff reports that Abel ’ s baby , Chesner , is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
In adddition , Cathleen ’ s daughter remained perfectly healthy and was able to go home the next day .
( 6 ) JaMichael Brown is reportedly known to be the biggest baby born in the entire state of Texas .
Weighing at 16lbs and 1 ounce , Janet Johnson believes that her gestational diabetes contributed to the size of her son .
Doctors put JaMichael into the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit as he was having troubles with eating as well as breathing .
( 7 ) In 2013 , Sosefina Tagula @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Joshua Talai Otuhiva , in California .
However , Tagula ’ s child was born a little earlier than expected .
She believes that he would ’ ve weighed a lot more had he waited for his actual due date .
Tagula reports that even at 5 months old , her baby weighs an incredible 25lbs .
( 8 ) 21-year-old , Jade Packer had a very hard time giving birth to her 15lb son at the Gloucestershire Royal Hospital .
In fact , doctors were unaware of how large Packer ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tried natural birth .
Once George King ’ s head revealed itself , they gave Packer ’ s baby a 10 % chance at survival .
Because of how large Goerge ’ s body was , his shoulders got stuck , and wasn ’ t able to breathe for 5 minutes .
King was then transferred to St Michaels ’ s Hospital where he was put into the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit .
( 9 ) Read : Emotional Moment 12-Year-Old Delivers Her Own Baby Brother Captured On Camera 19-year-old Nandini had given @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in India since 2016 .
Her daughter was delivered by a cesarean section surgery as Nandini was 207 lbs at the time of pregnancy .
Doctors were worried that Nandini ’ s diabetes could play a crucial part in her daughter ’ s health after delivery .
However , to everyone ’ s relief , the child and mother were in good health .
Additionally , no extra precautions were needed and Nandini was able to leave the government-run hospital in Karnataka , India .
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Childbirth is no laughing matter and is one of the most painful experiences any woman could endure. However, some moms have an easier time compared to others. Can you imagine giving birth to a baby that’s almost 20lbs? That’s essentially the same as giving birth to a sledgehammer. Over the years, some of the most impressively sized babies have been born into the world. However, we believe these record-breaking babies are some of the biggest babies ever born.
Anna Bates – 23lbs Baby, 1879
Anna Bates was a very tall Canadian woman, measuring at 7′ 5½”. Considered to be very intelligent excelling in literature and music. Later in life, Bates had given birth to two stillborn children. Going into labor for the second time on January 15, 1879. Finally, giving birth to her 23.12lbs son that measured to be 30 inches tall. Her child was considered to be one of the biggest babies born during that time. Unfortunately, her child was only able to survive for 11 hours afterward. (1)
Carmelina Fedele – 22lbs Baby, 1955
Carmelina Fedele gave birth to the second biggest baby ever recorded in Aversa, Italy 1955. Her child weighed 22lbs and 8 ounces, cutting it very close to Anna Bates 23lb infant. Unfortunately, there isn’t a lot of information about Fedele and her baby other than this record. (2)
Hananudlin and Ani – 19lbs Baby, 2009
The parents of Akbar, Hananudlin, and Ani, gave birth to him weighing at 19lbs and 2 ounces in 2009. Akbar measured to be about 24.4 inches in length. However, because Akbar’s mom was diagnosed with diabetes, doctors performed a complicated 40-minute long cesarean section delivery. (3)
Tatyana Khalina – 17lbs, 2004
Tatyana Khalina was 43 years old when she gave birth to her daughter, Nadia. Weighing at 17lbs and 7 ounces, Tatyana blames the size of her child on her poor eating habits during pregnancy. Because her family is so poor her diet consisted of potatoes, noodles, and tomatoes. Tatyana had a cesarean section surgery due to how large her child was. (4)
Francisca dos Santos – 17lbs, 2005
Francisca dos Santos gave birth to her 17lbs son in Salvador Brazil from a cesarean section delivery. Ademilton dos Santos is considered to be the biggest infant born in Brazil to this day. Francisca was diagnosed with diabetes before being pregnant and states that she was concerned for his well being. Doctors attribute her diabetes to her son’s oversized appearance. (5)
Cathleen Abels – 16lbs , 2007
In 2007, Cathleen Abels gave birth to her 16lbs daughter in the Tygerberg Hospital located in Cape Town. Although, the doctors first thought Abels was carrying twins this whole time. To their surprise, the staff reports that Abel’s baby, Chesner, is the biggest baby born at that hospital. In adddition, Cathleen’s daughter remained perfectly healthy and was able to go home the next day. (6)
Janet Johnson – 16lbs, 2011
JaMichael Brown is reportedly known to be the biggest baby born in the entire state of Texas. Weighing at 16lbs and 1 ounce, Janet Johnson believes that her gestational diabetes contributed to the size of her son. Doctors put JaMichael into the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit as he was having troubles with eating as well as breathing. (7)
Sosefina Tagula – 16lbs, 2013
In 2013, Sosefina Tagula had delivered her 16lbs baby, Sammisano Joshua Talai Otuhiva, in California. However, Tagula’s child was born a little earlier than expected. She believes that he would’ve weighed a lot more had he waited for his actual due date. Tagula reports that even at 5 months old, her baby weighs an incredible 25lbs. (8)
Jade Packer – 15lbs , 2013
21-year-old, Jade Packer had a very hard time giving birth to her 15lb son at the Gloucestershire Royal Hospital. In fact, doctors were unaware of how large Packer’s son was going to be as they tried natural birth. Once George King’s head revealed itself, they gave Packer’s baby a 10% chance at survival. Because of how large Goerge’s body was, his shoulders got stuck, and wasn’t able to breathe for 5 minutes. King was then transferred to St Michaels’s Hospital where he was put into the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. (9)
Read: Emotional Moment 12-Year-Old Delivers Her Own Baby Brother Captured On Camera
Nandini – 15lbs, 2016
19-year-old Nandini had given birth to the biggest baby ever recorded in India since 2016. Her daughter was delivered by a cesarean section surgery as Nandini was 207 lbs at the time of pregnancy. Doctors were worried that Nandini’s diabetes could play a crucial part in her daughter’s health after delivery. However, to everyone’s relief, the child and mother were in good health. Additionally, no extra precautions were needed and Nandini was able to leave the government-run hospital in Karnataka, India. (10)
Image Sources: WorldKings.org


theheartysoul--2020-11-12--Incredible moment stag sneaks up to clueless wildlife photographer

Wildlife photographers spend hours camped outside waiting for animals to get close enough to them for the perfect shot .
Imagine how it must feel to be this one who missed the perfect shot of a stag that snuck right up behind him .
( 1 ) Wildlife photographer Roger Clark was out in Bushy Park in west London hoping to catch some images of deer as they come to the end of their rutting season .
Across a field , he noticed another photographer with his camera on a tripod , intently focused on capturing a few deer in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 1 ) What the man didn ’ t notice was the stag that had snuck up behind him .
The male deer was so close to the photographer that he could almost nudge him with his nose .
( 1 ) “ It looked like the stag was nuzzled up to pick a pocket from his jeans so I took a photo as it looked comical , ” explains Clark .
“ A few seconds later the deer backed off and with those large beautiful shiny eyes seemed to look at the photographer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ behind you !
Am I not good enough for you ?
” ( 1 ) Clark noted that it was rather strange that the animal would get so close .
What was even more strange , however , was that the photographer in the photograph never even knew he was there .
( 1 ) I ’ m sure whoever that photographer is , he will be highly frustrated with himself when he sees these photos .
( 1 ) As already stated , photographers will go to great lengths to get the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , however , can be highly unpredictable .
Sometimes you come away with nothing , but then others you come with such a perfectly-timed photo that you can ’ t believe your luck .
If you ’ re looking for a laugh , check out these photos for The Comedy Wildlife 2020 finalists .

Wildlife photographers spend hours camped outside waiting for animals to get close enough to them for the perfect shot. Imagine how it must feel to be this one who missed the perfect shot of a stag that snuck right up behind him. (1)
Stag Sneaks Up On Unsuspecting Photographer
Wildlife photographer Roger Clark was out in Bushy Park in west London hoping to catch some images of deer as they come to the end of their rutting season. Across a field, he noticed another photographer with his camera on a tripod, intently focused on capturing a few deer in the ferns ahead of him. (1)
Image Credit: Solent/Richard Clark
What the man didn’t notice was the stag that had snuck up behind him. The male deer was so close to the photographer that he could almost nudge him with his nose. (1)
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“It looked like the stag was nuzzled up to pick a pocket from his jeans so I took a photo as it looked comical,” explains Clark. “A few seconds later the deer backed off and with those large beautiful shiny eyes seemed to look at the photographer and say ‘your model is right behind you! Am I not good enough for you?” (1)
Clark noted that it was rather strange that the animal would get so close. What was even more strange, however, was that the photographer in the photograph never even knew he was there. (1)
“The photographer never did realise the opportunity he missed and the red deer and I collectively gave up and wandered off in different directions.” (1)
I’m sure whoever that photographer is, he will be highly frustrated with himself when he sees these photos. (1)
Image Credit: Solent/Richard Clark
Read: Deer Photobombs Baby’s Forest Photo Shoot, turns into a Fairytale
Comedy in the Wild
As already stated, photographers will go to great lengths to get the shot they want. Photographing wild animals, however, can be highly unpredictable. Sometimes you come away with nothing, but then others you come with such a perfectly-timed photo that you can’t believe your luck.
If you’re looking for a laugh, check out these photos for The Comedy Wildlife 2020 finalists.