Anya Wassenberg

15 Outrageous Things That Could Only Happen In Dubai

Dubai is a paradise of man-made wonders in the desert filled with glittering ultra-modern architecture, luxury shopping, and a nightlife scene that legends are made of. From the shimmering skyscrapers that create its unique skyline to the Dubai Fountain, whose sparkling water show is choreographed to music, everything seems designed to blow the mind and dazzle the senses. Citizens are outnumbered by foreigners in this cosmopolitan oasis by six to one. Throughout the globe, Dubai is known as a one of a kind destination for travelers, along with the cultural and financial center of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It’s located on the coast of the Arabian Peninsula and was first settled around 1833 by the Bani Yas tribe, led by the Al Maktoum Family who still rule the city today. Dubai’s growth spurt is relatively recent, however, which is why everything in the sparkling city seems so shiny and new.

I Paid The Price For Arriving Early To The Braless Revolution

I’ve seen the memes, and celebrities are getting in on the trend, which means it has truly arrived. Just the other day, Charlize Theron made headlines for it, and now that Beyoncé is on board, I think we have the makings of a revolution — the braless revolution. Finally!

15 Biggest Mistakes You Missed In The Star Wars Trilogy

Since its launch in 1977, the Star Wars movies have gone on to become one of the most popular and lucrative film franchises in history. While the movies have grossed over $30 billion, they’ve also been undeniably expensive and challenging to produce, particularly the original three films made in the 1970s and early 1980s, which are now dubbed Episodes IV to VI. In contrast with the prequel, Star Wars Episodes I to III, and the next-gen, Episode VII, the original Trilogy represents filmmaking of a different era, a time when CGI was in its infancy and the special effects techniques were not nearly as advanced as they are today. It meant the difference between the victory by Ewok of Return of the Jedi vs. the CGI-heavy epic battle and fallout of the same between Anakin/Darth Vader and Obi-Wan on the volcanic planet, Mustafar, of Episode III.

‘Marvel’s Doctor Strange’ — the latest updates leading into November 4th opening

#Marvel is adding magic to the superhero mix with the release of “Doctor Strange” on November 4 in the U.S. and October 25 in the U.K. Audiences have already seen superhuman strength (“The Hulk”), genius scientific abilities (“Iron Man”), and even semi-godlike powers (“Thor”), but early reviews and sneak peeks hint that “Doctor Strange” adds a whole new dimension to the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

The 15 Biggest Douchebags In The Music Industry

Musicians are showered with money, fame, media attention, and fawning fans, and often at a relatively early age. The big surprise may not be why there seem to be so many douchebags in the music business, but why there aren’t much more. Add the virtually unlimited access to booze and mind-altering substances that kind of money can buy, and it’s a recipe for unsociable behavior from temper tantrums to abusing the help to serious criminal charges. The money and the spotlight can make the elements that would normally result in minor character flaws escalate into full blown dysfunctional behavior. That annoying sense of entitlement becomes a nightmare of diva-like demands. The common office bore becomes a figure with a world stage on which to spew their ill-conceived views and opinions. There’s no one around and no reason apparent to put on the brakes when rich, spoiled pop stars get used to having it all their way.

NYCC features debut of VR comics

VR comics stole at least some of the spotlight at NYCC (New York Comic Con) this weekend, despite a crowded field. Marvel, Netflix, DC Comics — the big players in the comics world all saved a few splashy announcements for NYCC but it was Madefire’s booth, an upstart startup company, that saw some of the biggest crowds.

Aliens — Europa, the “alien megastructure” star and more possibilities

#Aliens – where will we find extraterrestrial life? Amid recent news about Europa, and the “alien megastructure star” located millions of miles away, humankind’s days of feeling alone in the universe may be over sooner than anyone believes.

Almanac Mountain – Cryptoseismology

From the New Hampshire Seacoast, the smallest coastline in the US, comes Almanac Mountain, the brainchild of Chris Cote, a classically trained composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist.

Mars: NASA, SpaceX, Boeing and the race to the Red Planet

The race for Mars continues to heat up as the #NASA Curiosity Rover mission reaches new milestones, and bothSpaceX and Boeing unveil their plans to be the first to reach our neighbor in the solar system.

15 Most Shocking Heists In Broad Daylight

In the movies, high stakes robbers are flamboyant. They drive flashy cars and lead an exciting lifestyle in the playgrounds of the world’s rich and famous while meticulously plotting their master crimes. We may not know much about their personal lives at the end of the day, but when it comes to the crimes themselves, it turns out the movies aren’t really that far from the truth. Naturally, we can’t condone a life of crime, but if you’re going to go, you may as well go large, and for these crooks, the sky’s the limit. When you’re risking your life and liberty, the score has got to be worth it. A huge payday often consists of jewels, cash or priceless works of art. A busy high-end department store in Paris or an upscale event with plenty of rich folks decked out in their finery on the Riviera, oftentimes the occasion is anywhere that money and easy to carry valuables like jewelry gathers in numbers. Next, add a plan and skilled personnel with the nerve and the ingenuity to pull it off, and no one’s valuables are safe.