News and views about the stranger side of global news.

Forbidden Photos From North Korea

On May 18, 2014 by Tim Newman

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If you’ve got the time, money and patience, it is possible to visit North Korea. But only the side of North Korea that the government is happy for you to see. You’ll be...

Bieke Depoorter: Behind Egyptian Front Doors

On May 3, 2014 by Tim Newman

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Bieke Depoorter is a Belgian born photographer who recently completed a photo project in Cairo. She took pictures of everyday people getting on with their every day lives. A simple premise, but effective...

Statues Of Belarus

On May 3, 2014 by Tim Newman

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Yes I know, the statues of Belarus is a bit of a niche subject I suppose. Why would you do an article on Belorussian statues? Well, I’ll tell you why – they’re ace....

Ukraine: A Moving Look At The Death Of Rural Life

On April 18, 2014 by Tim Newman

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Like most developing countries, the population of Ukraine is steadily migrating from the countryside to the commercial hubs. Villages and farms slowly empty and cities and towns steadily fill. The young can’t wait...

What Does Sochi Look Like After The Olympic Games?

On March 22, 2014 by Tim Newman

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… to answer the question in the title in one word: quiet. I found this bunch of photos taken from Sochi after the circus has left town. I’m not sure what the plan...

Winter In Chernobyl Is Strangely Beautiful

On March 2, 2014 by Tim Newman

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The word Chernobyl is synonymous with poisonous destruction and today the place has been left to mother nature to reclaim. Here are some photos of what the infected area looks like this winter:...

PHOTOS: Epiphany Bathing In Russia 2014

On February 9, 2014 by Tim Newman

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Every year on the 19th January Orthodox Russian Christians dunk themselves into killer cold water as part of a religious festival. The activity is dedicated to to the moment Jesus was baptised in...

BUZKASHI: Kyrgyzstan And Decapitated Goats

On January 25, 2014 by Tim Newman

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The other day I was browsing some data about the level and quality of education in different countries throughout the world, mostly just because I like stats and graphs; I’m not apologising for that…… (Please don’t...

VIDEO: Strangest Military Parade I Have Ever Seen – Thailand

On January 25, 2014 by Tim Newman

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The whole military parade thing is a pretty strange affair in general. You dress up in your finery and ponce about a bit. But they’re nothing compared to this. I came across the...

Which Country Is The World Most Scared Of?

On January 5, 2014 by Tim Newman

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In their annual End of Year poll, researchers for WIN and Gallup International surveyed more than 66,000 people across 65 nations and found that 24% of all respondents answered that the US “is...