Like Bruce Wayne or Neo from The Matrix, sometimes we accidentally step into roles we never thought we would have. One camera repairman from Chennai, India has found himself in the same situation. Ten years ago, Sekar fed two parakeets from his windowsill. Today he feeds nearly four thousand birds every morning and has become known as India’s “birdman.” Much to Sekar’s delight, the thousands of birds that flock to his house every day have taken over his life. “I don’t have anything other than these birds. My life revolves around these birds. I can’t do anything,” Sekar says. Still, Sekar enjoys his status as the “birdman” and hopes others can learn about loving and caring for others from his work. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/indian-birdman-feeds-four-thousand-wild-parakeets/
When you were a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? A cowboy? A doctor? An astronaut? We all have big dreams when we’re children, not taking into consideration the hard work and discipline that go into making each one of them come true. It might be too late for some of us to achieve our childhood career goals, but for those of us who wanted to become astronauts, NASA is offering a chance to make that dream a reality. Starting in December and continuing through February, NASA will be accepting applications for new astronauts. If you meet the qualifications and have a passion for space, you just might end up on the International Space Station in a few years. Of course, the people who have a chance of getting this job probably aren’t finding out about it from a web video. Still, it’s exciting to know that when the application process is all finished, a lucky few will have made their childhood selves proud. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/nasa-hiring-astronauts-job-qualifications/
“Do you prefer to focus on the outer world or on your own inner world?” This is a sample question from the popular Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, which you’ve probably taken at some point in your school or work career. The test, which consists of 93 questions, is meant to classify those who take it as one of 16 distinct personality types. The folks over at Vox decided to take a closer look at the test that many believe to be an accurate indicator of personality to see just how much truth it actually holds. After all, we’re living in a time when quizzes telling us what Disney Princess or what type of pizza we are are extremely popular, so what makes this test any better than those? If you’ve ever been curious about Myers-Briggs, this video provides insightful research and findings that’ll have you worrying less about whether you’re an ISTJ or an ESFJ. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/myers-briggs-test-meaningless/
It’s important to remember to unwind sometimes. Take this young boy at a recent Ottawa Senators game for example. After a long week of pre-school and sandboxes, it’s time to relax with a hockey game, some balloon animals, and the family. Why not throw a cookie and a quick nap on top of it, after all this is his time to unwind. This joyful recap of a young hockey fan’s best day is made even better thanks to the play-by-play commentary of the announcers. When you get stressed, think of this little guy, and remember to make time for a game. And hey, maybe a cookie. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/hockey-announcers-give-play-by-play-of-young-boys-best-day/
While it might be a “stay-cation” and not a vacation, this onboard experience is an incredible memory for all those that take part (although, it might not top flying with this hilarious attendant). It’s also likely the only time in their lives these passengers will be on a plane. With estimates of people living in poverty in India range from 20 percent to a whopping half of the population, most people are more worried about survival than flying. According to India’s latest census, 75 percent of the 300 million households surveyed earn less than 5,000 Indian rupees a month. That’s a mere $78 a month. Although, that might be rich according to the standards set by the government; the official poverty line is set at living off approximately $1.20 a day. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/retired-aircraft-engineer-people-chance-fly-dollar/
Sometimes all you need is a good brain teaser to make you take a step back and question your own sanity. This optical illusion brought to you by the BBC will leave you seeing colors that aren’t even there. This works because the receptors in your eyes adapt to the negative colors. When the black-and-white image returns, it appears to be in color for a few moments. If you think you’re being tricked, you can watch the video again and see that nothing but the only the negative and black-and-white image ever appears. The only thing tricking you is your own brain. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/optical-illusion-black-and-white-bbc/
Situated in the northwest corner of South America, lies the country of Colombia. Aside from the rich assortment of animals that characterize the country, Columbia also features the dense forests of the Amazon, the Andes Mountains and a large coastal area of stunning beaches. Hidden deep within Columbia’s province of Meta, is a river known as Caño Cristales. The geology of the area features a rare diversity of rocks, some of which are the oldest in the world. Each year, from the beginning of July until the end of November, the unique combination of local minerals and flora create a combination of colors that is like nothing seen anywhere else in the world. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/colorful-river-rainbow-water/
Dance in China has existed for thousands of years and is renowned as one of the most intricate cultures of dance around the world. Like many forms of Western dance, Chinese dance has evolved constantly throughout the centuries and takes from many different influences. This video was taken at the Xiaopei Chinese Dance Camp in 2013. It starts out as what appears to be a ballerina practice, but it instantly turns into so much more. The moves themselves are a creative blend of traditional Chinese choreography but with a slightly Western influence. Words just don’t do the performance justice – the level of strength, coordination, balance, agility and flexibility of these dancers are out of this world. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/chinese-dancers-impressive-skills/
James Kingston is an adventurer famous for doing things most people would consider completely insane. In the past he has climbed the Wembley arch, taken a selfie on the very top of a crane, and scaled a 200 meter radio tower. So what do you do to top all of that? Kingston’s answer is to climb up the Eiffel Tower while filming it all on a GoPro. To do this, he waited till 1 in the morning. When he found a break in the security, he started his ascent. Armed only with a camera and a friend to keep watch, Kingston climbed up one of them most famous landmarks in the world. In the middle of the night, Kingston and his climbing partner were spotted by security and hid in a crevice until the coast was clear. At 9:00 a.m. they were spotted again by tourists going up in a lift. Eventually they gave themselves up to security and were let off with a strict warning. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/james-kingston-climbs-eiffel-tower/
Fire is one of the few things on this planet that can be used for both extreme benefit and intense destruction. It can warm your home and help cook a meal, but it can also burn your house down and severely injure your body. Regardless of what we use it for, it’s clear that fire is a powerful tool that should be treated with respect. But behind fire’s power is a beauty that may often go overlooked. As artists, fire breathers try their best to demonstrate the power and beauty of fire to audiences around the world. Early forms of fire breathing were seen in groups of travelling medieval entertainers, later becoming a staple of side shows and modern circuses. When fire breathers practice their craft, they’re demonstrating control over a breathtakingly beautiful force, allowing people to observe and understand it in a completely new way. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/slow-motion-fire-breathing-inferno/
