Category Archives: Random
Some Like It Hot
Received this image from a friend in Parker, Arizona… taken around 6 pm. So, 117 Degree Fahrenheit = 47.2 Celsius… This is hot! Arizona is known for its hot climate and belongs to some of the hottest states in the … Continue reading
The Mysterious Case of the Disappearing Floor
Is something wrong with this picture? Are we really that superstitious? Statistically speaking, the answer is no, we are not. A 2007 USA TODAY/Gallup Poll suggested a large majority of Americans — 87% — would be comfortable with a 13th-floor … Continue reading
Gucci’s Delivery Service
Lots of things in Japan are… unusual. This is why the country is so interesting to many of us. The picture above, however, surprised me a bit. It seems like the ladies promoting Gucci’s goods are… witches flying on one … Continue reading
Cell Phones Are a Menace…
Funny yet relevant warnings observed on the subway in Tokyo. There are too many folks walking with phones in their hands and playing, texting, reading, etc. while walking. Result: they are bumping into each other and getting injured in many … Continue reading
Cheating in Chess (Not again!)
In my previous post, I wrote about how the lichess.org platform can detect and reprimand cheaters who play online by using strong chess programs to win. When lichess.org detects cheating by comparing moves actually made with the top moves recommended by … Continue reading
The Future of Cars We Might Not See for a While
This is a series of photos taken by me in Ginza at the Nissan showroom. This red car is a concept car for 2020. Like in the case of most “concept cars”, this one will unlikely reach real customers any … Continue reading
The History of the Top Chess Players Over Time
Watch this beautiful visualization and remember that there is nothing more constant than change.
