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Yesterday we came across a great little series of dogs running by Kelly Wolfe. It got us searching deeper and we found a lot of other similar fun shots which we’ve included below (check out the photographer’s 500px page and see settings used in the shots by hovering over the images and clicking their names).
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River waters simply meeting is one thing, but when those bodies of water display distinguishing colors from one other without mixing, it can create some truly astounding environmental displays.
When two or more bodies of water meet, like rivers, it’s called a confluence. This occurs when two streams join to become one river or, as in the examples below, when a tributary joins a larger river.
As you can see in these stunning pictures, confluences take place all over the world and create some beautiful scenery with the distinct colors they display. These color differences are determined by what debris, silt, vegetation or chemicals the water caries, which clearly contrast the river they join into.
But don’t take my word for it, go ahead and take a look at some of these amazing confluences from all around the globe.
1. Confluence of the Thompson and Fraser Rivers (Lytton, BC, Canada)
The Thompson River is the 3rd largest river of British Columbia and is characterized by powerful rapids and beautiful canyons. It’s the clearer of the two rivers, as the Fraser River, which happens to be the longest river in Canada, is full of large amounts of sediment that give it a muddier look..
2. Confluence of the Green and Colorado Rivers (Canyonlands National Park, UT, USA)
The Colorado River is a very long body of water that flows through 7 US states. It’s known for its canyons and rapids and has a clearer color than the Green River, which carries a much larger load of silt. The two rivers meet in Canyonlands National Park in Utah.
3. Confluence of the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers (Cairo, IL, USA)
The Mississippi River is the 4th largest and 10th longest river in the world, spanning from Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico. It carries less sediment than the Ohio River, giving it a greener tinge. The Ohio River is the largest tributary of the Mississippi and contains high levels of sediment, turning it a brown color. When the two rivers meet, directly below Cairo, IL, the Ohio River is actually larger than the Mississippi.
4. Confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi Rivers (Devprayag, India)
Both the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi Rivers are Himalayan rivers that are of significant importance to Hindu culture and history. They are both major rivers of Northern India, and the Alaknanda travels 118 miles through the Alaknanda Valley before meeting the dam filled and turbulent Bhagirathi River in Deyprayag.
5. Confluence of the Rio Negro and the Rio Solimoes (near Manaus, Brazil)
The Rio Negro, meaning Black River in Spanish, is the largest left tribute of the Amazon River and the largest black water river in the world. Despite its name, the Rio Negro is not technically black, but does harbor a very dark color. When it meets the Rio Solimoes, which is the name given to the upper stretches of the Amazon River in Brazil, the two rivers meet side by side without mixing. There certainly is a stark contrast between the deep colored Rio Negro and the sandy hued Amazon River.
The Jialing River of China is a very sinuous and winding body of water. It supports plenty of fish life and is distinguished be clear colored water, much cleaner than the Yangtze River of which it feeds into. The Yangtze River is the longest river in Asia and is very culturally and historically important to the country. Unfortunately, its suffered industrial pollution in recent years, which is what gives it its brown color.
7. Confluence of the Mosel and Rhine Rivers (Koblenz, Germany)
The Mosel River flows through France, Luxemburg, and Germany, eventually meeting with the Rhine River in Koblenz. The Rhine River, beginning its course in the Swiss Alps, flows throughout a good portion of Europe and has a history of being used for navigation and defense.
8. Confluence of the Drava and Danuve Rivers (near Osijek, Croatia)
The Danuve River is Europe’s 2nd longest river and passes through or touches the borders of 10 countries. It starts in Germany and eventually empties out into the Black Sea. The Drava River makes it course through Italy, Austria, Slovenia, and Croatia before meeting with with the Danuve near Osijek.
9. Confluence of the Ilz, Danube, and Inn Rivers (Passau, Germany)
Three rivers confluence in Passau, Germany: the Ilz, Danube, and the Inn, all with their own distinct coloring. The Ilz River is a smaller mountain stream, running through the Bavarian forest before meeting with the 2 other rivers. It has a bluer color than the Danube and Inn Rivers, the later of which runs through Switzerland, Austria, and Germany.
10. Confluence of the Rhone and Arve Rivers (Geneva, Switzerland)
The Rhone is one of the 3 major European rivers and runs through France and the Swiss Alps. It has a much bluer color than the Rhone, the two of which meet in Geneva. The Arve River also flows through France and Switzerland, but it receives its water from glaciers of the Chamoniz Valley, which gives it a high silt content and muddy-looking color.
11. The meeting of two oceans in The Gulf of Alaska
While technically not a confluence of two separate bodies of water, The Gulf of Alaska sometimes contains these stunning color variations. The gulf contains different slow moving currents, or eddies, which harbor distinct sediments, one with a higher amount of heavier clay material that contains iron and changes the appearance of the water. When the two currents meet, there’s a clear color difference between them, but they do eventually mix.
From:- http://www.earthporm.com/
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Sometimes using a format other than the standard proportions works better for an image. One of those times is shooting landscapes of sweeping wide vistas.
A great way to do that is to create a panoramic image. Here are a few photos that take advantage of that format to create stunning results.
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Our fav B-town celebs are not just stars but individuals who’re looked up to and idolized by the entire country. Some of them give us a lot in addition to just memorable films and songs; they teach us life lessons. Here are 7 celebrities who have stories that will not just move you but in fact inspire you.
1. Manisha Koirala
This mega star from the 90s left fans shocked when she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Having battled it out in the US, she’s back with a major positivity bang and how! Her social media feed and lifestyle in general are giving us life goals.
2. Deepika Padukone
Ms. D broke the internet for all the right reasons when she openly spoke up about her depression problem. A very common problem faced by people, Deepika decided to open up about it and spread awareness. We appreciate her winning attitude and courage!
3. Lisa Ray
The beautiful Lisa Ray is what we call not just a cancer survivor but an inspiration in the true sense of the word. Having experienced everything from shock to denial, she never lost hope and only transformed herself for the better.
4. Kalki Koechlin
She’s not just unconventional, she’s a symbol of courage. She recently inspired women everywhere to come out and speak up about one of the most taboo issues, sexual abuse. Having confessed to being sexually abused at the age of 9 herself, Kalki left us amazed with her spirit.
5. Irfan Khan
This man has left audiences speechless with his stellar performances. Belonging to a lower middle class family, it’s his journey from days of unnoticeable roles and his perseverance that we find inspiring.
6. Nana Patekar
This brilliant actor has seen what true struggle is and what hardships are. Coming from a poor family he did odd jobs in Mumbai to fend for himself. Today as an established and highly respected actor he donates a major chunk of his earnings to charity and keeps mum about it.
7. Kangana Ranaut
Coming from a conservative family from Himachal Pradesh, this superstar left home when she was merely 16 to pursue her acting career and dream. Seeing someone go after their dreams is always an inspiration, isn’t it?
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Richer than the big apple and the Queen of England, herself, actually. When you have jugaad, you don’t really need anything else because, you simply don’t. What is Jugaad? Besides the fact that it is a term every Indian is only too familiar with, jugaad is the lazy Indian’s easiest hack to the mystery that is life. It could very well be a cultural aspect of the country and it would be the richest of the lot.
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Yes, while I agree that more often than not, the word comes to be associated with an almost negative connotation, simply because one would tend to figure an easy way out—a phrase that means you’re just either too lazy, or you aren’t passionate enough. But, you can’t ignore the fact that Jugaad may be the one thing that is helping every Indian to fulfill their passion; never mind if it is as simple as wanting to change channels while not lifting a finger, literally or as complex as installing a plastic chair in place of the driver’s seat in a car because you may not have enough money to get one of those leather coated cushion-chairs.
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It is what the Americans would call redneck technology; only at a more advanced stage. One can’t really help marveling at the concept as a whole. And why not? I’m actually a little surprised that the Americans haven’t already tried to tap in to the monetary aspect of this cultural entity in India because, quite frankly, it is the one really ingenious thing that sets India apart from every other country on the world map in a way that cannot be replicated even if the west were to try a thousand times over.
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In a country where sex, politics and religion have always been high stakeholders in terms of selling points, Jugaad is every Indian common man’s smart retort to the ever prevalent Tumse Na Ho Payega! It is the layman’s way of throwing caution to the wind and everything that is falling apart in their lives. It is their way of telling the world, ‘Hit me with your best shot’! Jugaad is the one thing that no industry, businessman or politician can ever make money from because it is the one free hack that the commoner will never be at a loss of, come what may. It is the metaphor for the saying, ‘We shall overcome.’ It makes you the richest and most positive guy around.
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Google the term and surf through the links on the pages that unfold before your screen. Within instances, you will be introduced to at least 20 odd Indian innovations for every lazy man. Featured among them will be the long wooden stick used as a universal remote, a pant used to divide the breeze from a cooler between two rooms, a plastic chair used in place of the car driver’s seat and a laptop front camera screen used as a mirror while shaving. There is something for everyone and everything for someone. Jugaad is primarily the lazy man’s smartest innovation. And you can hate it, or love it but you can never ignore it. It’s everywhere you go and everywhere you look. It’s more popular than temples and god men and handier than your mechanical tool kit. And you know why? Because it is born of need, not want. Necessity breeds invention and in the case of India, it is jugaad.
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It’s like the beacon of hope that every Indian citizen is dreaming of and living for—rich or poor, happy or sad, old or young. It’s what connects us Indians on a very basic level in a way that no political party, religion or cause ever can. It’s the reason why you can choose to stay where you are, doing what you do, without worrying about things going kaput. It is the one reason why the average Indian household will never have to worry about losing a remote, or an AC getting spoiled, or not even having an AC in the scorching summer. It is the one reason why India and every Indian will always be content with what they have.
That is the magic of Jugaad. It gives you hope on the most hopeless of days and joy in the saddest of situations. It empowers you on a day when you feel powerless and strengthens you when you feel weak. What Jugaad does for the common man is what a business acquisition does for an Ambani; or what Shiv Khera does for every lost cause—it lets you feel like you too can win. That, my dear friends is the power of Jugaad.
And you know what’s the best part about it? It’s all around you!
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Most people think buffed up girls look ugly. Well, if you think so, meet Julia Vins. She can break your perception as fast as she can break your bones! This 18-year-old Russian girl has a face of a porcelain doll but a physique like that of a female hulk. Julia blew up on the Russian Instagram a few months back and now she is all over the internet. Ask why? Credit her beauty and brawns which usually don’t come easy to female bodybuilders. Julia has over 40K followers on Instagram and the number is still surging. She already holds three world powerlifting records and says that she wants to grow bigger.
Yeah, that face! Just can’t be a bodybuilder.
So pretty. No, simply can’t be lifting!
That 180 kg deadlift will make you rethink.
Yup, that’s her bicep. Mess around and get smoked!
Now that’s a sexy bodybuilder’s back!
Hanging around and yes, lifting.
And, more lifting.
Yup, No pouts. Only big biceps!
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Believe in yourself a little more!
When you switch on the television, your face is either smacked with horrible news or celebrities doing celebrity things. In the end you feel miserable of living in your country at a time that you think doesn’t provide enough opportunities to excel. That’s a lie that holds you back. Don’t believe me? Read the article.
NL Beno Zephine is India’s first 100 percent visually impaired Indian Foreign Services (IFS) officer. She is 25-years-old, blind since birth and has got a Masters degree in English. Although not enough materials are available in Braille, her parents read to her for long hours to prepare for the UPSC (2013-14) exam. Beno ranked 343th.
This is Raja Mahendra Pratap. At the age of 5 due to a horrible incident his hands and legs had to be severed from ankles and knees. After his mishap, Pratap had to stay at home for 10 long years in order to recover. None-the-less Pratap vowed to live a normal life. And succeeded in doing just that.
Pratap is an MBA grad, works as a Finance and Accounts Officer at ONGC, Ahmedabad and probably earns more than I do.
Akkai Padmashali was 12 when she decided to commit suicide. Today she lives a decent life and fights for transgender rights and justice.
After struggling with her gender identity, Padmashali finally took a leap forward but her family rejected her for what she was. Following 4 years of slaving in the sex industry, she told herself enough is enough and launched a battle for recognition and respect. In October 2014 she was invited in Tokyo by the International Bar Association to speak about the legal rights of sexual minorities. Padmashali was also invited by the President of Indian to attend the swearing-in ceremony of the Chief Justice of India.
Dashrath Manjhi is an ordinary man who lost his wife – the love of his life because a mountain stood between her and the hospital. Following his great loss he made sure that other people reach the doctor in time. Manjhi broke the mountain into two. He used a hammer, a chisel and crowbars to carve a path in-between the mountain. by splitting the mountain into half. It took him 22 years to do it.
Poonam Shroti is an educated and talented short heighted woman who had been declined employment by many companies. Ultimately one smart employer hired her and with some liberties she worked for them for 6 years. Unsatisfied with what she was doing, Poonam understood her urge and founded Uddip Social Welfare Society. Today, this MBA grad is breathing life into many individuals like her as their role model and living her dream of creating a giant stature of herself.
At the age of 14, Roshni Bairwa refused to become a child bride and started a crusade that has saved many young girls from becoming child brides in her village and beyond. Her fight against regressive traditions has earned her many enemies but she’s made friends too who are now helping her in her endeavours. Roshni is completing her BA and wishes to continue reforming lives by becoming a teacher.
Akla Dhupkar suffers from psycho-somatic skin disease that caused rashes all over her skin but that didn’t stop her from becoming a news anchor at a TV channel.
She suffered a lot (obviously) but instead of ducking her head into the sand she dealt with the problem head-on. And for people who ask her how, with such skin problems, she’ll manage to get a husband, Akla tells them she reads a lot and has gone through enough sh*t to understand that one doesn’t need to be married to feel fulfilled or happy.
At a tender age Chikkarangappa S a farmer’s boy joined the Golf Resort as a worker but was so fascinated by the game that he began practising with a tree branch. It so happened that one day he got noticed by a certain coach and as they say the rest is history. Chikkarangappa won his first trophy at the age of 11 and is one of India’s rising golf stars.
For Sashank Vaibhav Allu just when life was going perfect, he fell off his balcony and sustained a spinal cord injury that left him paralysed neck down. But then slowly, owing to strong support and medication, he recovered. And now he’s following his great dream of pursuing a Master degree in Robotic. In fact the LAST I heard he had already qualified for the MS program at Purdue University, U.S.A. Writing for the exams and daily scribbling of notes is a heavy task but Sashank’s up for any challenge. Following his Masters he wished to enrol for a Ph.D. program.
Sanjukta Parashar is one courageous IPS officer posted in Assam. She ranked 85th in UPSC exam, has got a Ph.D from Jawaharlal University and is mother of a 2 year old. This ‘iron lady’ didn’t let any anything hinder her life’s choices, no matter how dangerous they are and is managing quiet well with it. Besides kicking ass of Bodo militants, Parashar also spends time in relief camps.
Anand Kumar was born in a poor family who couldn’t afford to send him to a private school. Nevertheless, Anand developed his love for Mathematics and secured admission into Cambridge University. But due to his father’s untimely death and poor financial health, he couldn’t pursue his passion. After toiling helplessly for years, Anand founded his own institute, the Ramanujan School of Mathematics (RSM).
His famous ‘Super 30’ programme in Patna, Bihar provides coaching to economically backward students for IIT-JEE. In past, Anand had been invited by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Harvard University to speak on his struggle and success.
Sandeep Maheshwari was a college dropout freelance photographer who failed and failed and kept failing until he succeeded. The story goes that in the early 2000s he started his own company with a couple of friends which went down the gutter in just 6 months. Next he founded a consulting firm which was an utter failure too. What is Sandeep doing now? Managing a website called ImagesBazaar that has 10 Crore turnouts per year. Don’t forget to check out his official website for motivational stuffs.
The following video is from the ‘LAST Life-Changing Seminar’ where Sandeep shares his struggles and failed dreams. He tells us how he had refused to give-in and instead made a point to learn from every mistake, until eventually he found success.
Prem Ganapathy, born in a poor family, came to Mumbai, was deceived and left penniless. Being a passionate cook he started a tiny food shop named ‘Prem Sagar Dosa Plaza’ where served Dosas and Idlis to college students. He experimented with cooking and introduced more than 105 different items Dosa. Today, Dosa Plaza has 45 outlets in India and 10 overseas. Dosa Plaza’s estimated worth is Rs. 30 Crores.
Having witnessed the miserable lives of Mizoram’s women, Pi Sangkhumi raged a lifelong war against archaic laws, illiteracy and century’s old defamatory customs. In 2014, the State Law Commission finally reviewed The Mizo Marriage Bill, 2013, The Mizo Inheritance Bill, 2013, and The Mizo Divorce Bill, 2013. And following four decades of heart-melting struggle 60-years-old Pi Sangkhumi can finally see the lives of Mizo women getting reforming for good.
Nawazuddin Siddiqui is a Bollywood actor who had been living on rejections, not because he couldn’t act but because he was dark skinned, short and not a teen-favourite chocolate boy type. None-the-less he made it into B-town’s most honourable list. Today he has earned both popular as well as critical accolades and was even noted with praise by esteemed film critic Roger Ebert.
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