Getting to grips with the Highway Code can be confusing at the best of times – especially when some road signs have you going in three different directions. Contradicting signs and a mass of poles and metal can be a real distraction for any driver, but spare a thought for delivery men who have to navigate these kinds of hazard on an almost daily basis. Here are some of the most confusing sign set ups – it’s easy to see why some of them would leave drivers indicting left and right at the same time! 1. The sign that makes you question if you want to turn left gigaom There are ... [More]

The Chinese New Year celebrations in 2015 get underway on February 19, starting the latest year in the Chinese lunar calendar – the Year of the Goat. New Year falls on a date between January 21 and February 20 every year and it follows an animal from the Chinese zodiac. A 12-year cycle exists, with each animal – a rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog and pig – represented once before starting over again. The Year of the Goat can also be known as the Year of the Sheep – depending on the translation of the Mandarin word ‘yang&rsqu...; [More]

Valentine’s Day is a time for heartfelt romantic gestures and often these are done with an array of wonderful gifts. But beyond the chocolates, flowers and cuddly teddy bears there are plenty of other items that enable couples to showcase their love. Unfortunately there are also plenty of gifts that could spell disaster, ones that should only be purchased by the very brave, or the very stupid. Here are a few gifts that should probably be avoided this Valentine’s Day... Love mittens Geekalerts Nothing says ‘I love you’ more than being able to hold hands in the same mitt... [More]

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching which means the time left to buy the perfect present for a loved one is running out. With so many different treats and gifts out there, it can be difficult to find the perfect one. But fortunately there are plenty of people out there who can deliver you last minute romantic gestures. From cards and flowers to cuddly toys and race days, when it comes to showing your love there are literally thousands of ways to go about it. Here are a few of the more romantic approaches... Flowers and Valentine’s Day really go hand in hand. From red roses to br... [More]

Finding somewhere in a place you don’t know can often be tricky and somewhat stressful for drivers. It’s all too easy to get lose track and end up driving past the same church spire six times, a situation made even worse should passengers be in the car. Fortunately, one clever soul invented the Sat-Nav to make motoring easier. But they didn’t take into account the stupidity of the human race. As we show here, reading instructions from a screen apparently replaces common sense in an awful lot of cases... Here’s a few classic examples of people putting too much faith into... [More]

These stories feature all genuine items that individuals have in the past tried to smuggle onto aeroplanes. They range from the silly to the down right scary!!... 1. A tiger Cub The cub was sedated and hidden in a suitcase amongst stuffed toy tiger cubs – He was discovered when Thai officials spotted bones via the x-ray machine at security!   Imgur 2. A human head! A woman who practiced voo-doo was caught in the US trying to smuggle a human head into the country – She was charged with, well trying to smuggle a human head into the US, an actual offence!   Imgur 3. Monkeys ... [More]

The modern postcode system can trace its roots back to the 1950s, but many historical events can now be tied to them. From battles to buildings, some modern areas can reveal a lot more about the UK than the set of letters and numbers may otherwise suggest. Here we pick out a few that are cemented into history for events that unfolded in the areas nearby. The Battle of Hastings, Battle: TN33 0AD BritishBattles 1066 is one of the most easily recognisable dates in English history, marking the successful invasion by William the Conqueror. The Battle of Hastings saw King Harold killed, purportedly... [More]

Most countries in the world have some format of postal service, but the essential cog in the system – the trusted post box – can often go unnoticed. From the instantly recognisable red pillars in the UK to some slightly more extravagant designs, all serve the same purpose yet are often very different in appearance. Here we look at a few of the designs from around the globe, so hopefully you won’t have to spend hours searching next time you’re abroad for somewhere to put your postcards. UK PhotographLondon The red pillar box can be found dotted all around Britain and ha... [More]

Identifying a property by its number is useful in many situations, not least if you’re a delivery driver or postal worker. Given the need to number everywhere, it’s hardly surprising that there’s a wide array of different designs fixed to the front of homes and offices. Here we take a look at a few of them, from traditional number designs to more contemporary ones. Getting creative with numbers The first design involves a hedge, and a hedge trimmer. You can probably guess what happens next... Imgur Some people may even wish to showcase their creative skills by producing sign... [More]

Every year a set of dazzling new stamps hit the shelves to mark historic events, sporting moments and famous birthdays. This year will be no different, with 2015 set to see a wide array of new designs, some marking pivotal moments in the nation’s history. It’s 175 years since the Penny Black – the country’s first stamp – while this year also marks the 50th anniversary of the Royal Mail commemorative range. Here, we explore exactly what you’ll be able to attach to your parcels this year. A journey to Wonderland   RoyalMail It’s hard to believe, but... [More]