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Italy was the first country to operate the F-35 outside the US, landing jets at Amendola in December 2016. Beating Israel by hours, Italy also assembled the first international F-35 at its Cameri facility and completed the first ocean crossing.

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After being among the original six Avengers, Marvel's Hawkeye has his show now. However, it is similar to DC's archer, Green Arrow, who also uses gadgets with his arrows. Notably, DC introduced Green Arrow twenty years before Marvel brought in Hawkeye.

DC introduced Batman's nemesis, Catwoman, in 1940. She wears a tight black leather suit. Later in 1979, Marvel introduced Black Cat, a similar-looking character who has a dalliance with Spider-Man.

Thanos was one of the biggest and strongest supervillains in Marvel's Avengers. However, he's not an original. He looks like one of the rip-offs of Darkseid, a New God in DC.

Marvel did not introduce the idea of a superhero shrinking in size with Ant-Man. It was DC who did it in 1961 with The Atom. It mimicked the pattern of a white dwarf star to reduce its density and shrink in size.

Gladiator was a homage to DC's Superman. Gladiator's real name, Kallark, was a mix of Superman's Kryptonian and human names, Kal-El and Clark Kent.

DC launched Red Tornado in 1968. Two months later, Marvel launched Vision. The red-skinned androids had striking similarities in their characters, especially their costumes.

It might shock people when they discover that their favourite Deadpool is not an original. Marvel based it on Deathstroke, a villain who appeared in DC's New Teen Titans.

X-Men and Doom Patrol are not similar but identical concepts. They have superhuman misfits led by wheel-chaired masterminds who protect the world. However, Doom Patrol hit the newsstands three months before the first edition of X-Men.

Like Green Lantern, Nova receives his powers from a dying alien. Later, he joined Nova Corps, intergalactic police, like Green Lantern, who joined Green Lantern Corps.

Marvel is known as the 'House of Ideas.' However, here are some instances when Marvel took a page from DC.

9 Times Marvel Copied DC Comics


In 1896, Fritz Hoffmann-La Roche launched a Swiss pharmaceutical company named Roche. The estimated wealth of the family is $45.1 billion. The descendants of La Roche control 9% of the company.

The Thomson family gained wealth worth $53.9 billion from Thomson Reuters, a media outlet. The company was founded by Roy Thomson who started a radio station in Ontario, Canada in the 1930s.

Cargill is one of the largest and most successful agriculture companies in the world founded by William W. Cargill in 1865. The family's estimated wealth stands at $65.2 billion.

Alain and Gerhard Wertheimer are co-owners of the legendary fashion house Chanel. The company was staked by their grandfather with founder Gabrielle Coco Chanel. The brothers are ranked 43rd on the Forbes list and each has a net worth of $31.2 billion.

We all know Ambanis and the Reliance Industries. The company was founded by Dhirubai Ambani in 1957. The estimated wealth of the family is $84.6 billion.

The French fashion and luxury house has dazzled the world with its signature scarves, necklaces and Birkin bags. The family's estimated wealth stands at $94.6 billion. Axel Dumas is currently serving as the company's CEO and Pierre-Alexi Dumas is the artistic executive vice-president.  

The Saudi royal family has a monarchial history extending back nearly a century. The estimated wealth of the royal family stands at $105 billion. The family continues to earn a fortune following its tie with Saudi Aramco, the world's most profitable oil company.

The Koch family controls the second-largest privately owned company in the US, Koch Industries, with Charles Koch the co-owner, chairman, and CEO since 1967. The family is worth $128.8 billion.

Mars Family is the Walmart of candy. The multigenerational business is best known for making M&Ms and is estimated to be worth $160 billion.

The Waltons derive the majority of their wealth from Walmart stores. As of 2022, the living members of the family - Jim, Rob, and Alice Walton, were each worth $65 billion. The combined wealth of the family is estimated to be $224 billion.

Take a look at the wealthiest families in the world.

Top 10 Wealthiest Families in the World

5 Countries With Highest Global Score of CO2 Emissions 

CO2, a greenhouse gas, has become a major concern as climate change becomes a bigger issue. According to the 2021 data by Global Carbon Atlas, the largest CO2 emitters are China, the US, India, Russia and Japan.

China is the largest emitter of carbon dioxide in the world, with 11,472 million metric tonnes of emissions in 2021. The primary source of CO2 in China is fossil fuels.

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India is the third-largest CO2 emitter, with 2,710 million metric tonnes of total carbon dioxide emissions in 2021. Coal is the main energy source of India, making up for about 45% of the country's energy needs.

Russia is the fourth-largest contributor to CO2 emissions in the world, emitting 1,756 million metric tonnes in 2021. Russia has one of the largest natural gas deposits in the world and natural gas is the primary source of energy in the country.

Japan is the fifth-largest producer of CO2, with 1,067 million metric tonnes of emissions in 2021. Japan's energy fuel mix changed after the 2011 nuclear accident in Fukushima. Oil is the largest source of energy in the country.

'My Hero Academia' has a character named Maruta Shiga, a scientist who experiments on humans. The name sparked controversy as 'Maruta' means Chinese and Korean victims of human experimentation during World War II. The Chinese government was upset with the name and banned the anime.

The Chinese Ministry of Culture banned the dystopian anime High School of the Dead because of its overly sexual content, describing it as "borderline pornographic."

Attack on Titan is a popular anime revolving around Eren Jaeger and his quest to eradicate the Titans. However, the Chinese administration deemed it unsuitable for public consumption due to extremely violent and graphic content.

Corpse Party, a horror and mystery anime series, follows the story of high school students transported to another dimension where they fight supernatural beings. However, the Chinese government banned the anime due to its horrific content.

Parasyte is a psychological horror and supernatural anime about parasitic aliens. China banned Parasyte due to its vicious killings and highly detailed and horrifying scenes.

In the anime, children create death notes, mentioning names of people they don't like. Afraid of this, the Chinese government banned Death Note despite it being a global phenomenon.

Deadman Wonderland is Ganta Igarashi's story of revenge and survival. The Chinese government banned the anime series due to its disturbing and gruesome content.

China banned the anime series Psycho-Pass, saying it glorifies violence and encourages juvenile delinquency and rebellion.

The Chinese administration blamed Tokyo Ghoul for a disturbing trend called skin embroidery that involves stitching symbols and patterns into the skin.

Over the years, Japan-originated anime has become increasingly popular globally. However, China has banned many of them. Check out the list.

9 Popular Anime Series Banned in China

You can't talk about horror without mentioning Stephen King. Over the course of his five-decade-long career, he has entertained all of us with killer clowns and haunted halls. The story is about Jack Torrance who takes a job as the off-season caretaker of the Overlook Hotel, where he becomes possessed by the hotel's supernatural forces.

A horror story of the 1960s, this is about a woman named Rosemary, who is pregnant with the spawn of Satan. For her, what ensues is extreme pain, weight loss and intense craving for raw meat.

The iconic book that led to the film's adaptation is a story about a demonic spirit that possesses an 11-year-old girl and Catholic priests are called to her home to perform an exorcism.

The story follows a formerly enslaved woman who is haunted by her own deceased daughter.

A blend of science fiction and horror, this book by Butler explores a symbiotic relationship between humans and vampires. In the book, a 10-year-old girl turns out to be a 53-year-old genetically modified vampire.

The story is about Jessica who has found her perfect man 'David.' He is caring and everything she ever wanted in her husband. However, the story takes a bizarre turn when he confesses to Jessica that he traded his humanity to achieve immortality 400 years ago. Read the story to know what happens next.

The very famous story of four teenagers who are informed in a mysterious videotape that they would die in one week unless they complete a series of tasks. Shortly after, all four die. But one day a journalist learns about the tape and attempts to solve the mystery on his own.

If you love reading horror books, well here is a list yo must not miss.

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Source: WIPO's Global Innovation Index 2022

Switzerland is the most innovative economy in the world in 2022, for the 12th year in a row. Due to its relative lack of natural resources, the country has for a long time focused on research and development.

The USA is the second-most innovative country in the world. Its developed infrastructure, best universities and policies make it easier for entrepreneurs and startups to attract funding and investments.

Sweden has a long history of innovation, and its startup infrastructure has gained a lot of attention worldwide. More than 3 per cent of the country's gross domestic product (GDP) is utilised in R&D (research and development).

The UK is in the fourth spot in the Global Innovation Index 2022. While the UK’s expenditure on innovation has been lower than some of its competitors, the government has committed to boosting investment in R&D to 2.4% of GDP by 2027.

The Netherlands is the fifth-most innovative country in the world. Its innovation culture has been long-standing, as they are the inventors of Wi-Fi and bluetooth. The country is home to 13 unicorns, ranking fourth in Europe for financial investors to support new ideas.  

South Korea is the sixth-most innovative country in the world and ranks 1 in the South East Asia, East Asia and Oceania category in terms of innovation. Korea’s cultural and creative services exports marked the most significant jump last year.

Singapore is the second Asian country in this index. Over the past few decades, the country has established itself as a hub for innovation and research and development (R&D), offering companies around the world a robust platform to grow their businesses in the region.

7 Most Innovative Countries

7 Most Bicycle-Friendly Cities in The World

The study is conducted by Luko, a digital insurance company which analysed 90 cities across the globe based on various indicators.


 These indicators are grouped into six categories: weather, bicycle usage, crime & safety, infrastructure, bike sharing opportunities and awareness events such as 'No Car Day.'

The Dutch city of Utrecht has been named the world's most bicycle-friendly city in this report. It scored a total of 77.84 out of 100 in all six indicators combined.

The German city of Munster ranked second in this index with a score of 65.93 out of 100. It ranked number 1 in the safety score index with a score of 88.43.

The largest city in Belgium, Antwerp is the third-best city for bicycle lovers. It scored 60.51 out of 100 in all six indicators.

The capital city of Denmark, Copenhagen ranked fourth in the Global Bicycle Cities Index 2022 with a score of 60.46. 29 per cent of the city's population use a bicycle as an everyday mode of transport.

The capital city of the Netherlands, Amsterdam is fifth in this index with an overall score of 60. 24.32 per cent of the city's population use a bicycle as an everyday mode of transport.

The coastal city in southern Sweden is the sixth-best city for cycling. It scored 55.88 out of 100 on all six indicators.

Hangzhou is the only Asian city in the top 10 of the Global Bicycle Cities Index 2022, with a score of 52.55 out of 100. 30 per cent of the city's population use bicycles as an everyday mode of transport.

 Located in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, King Fahd International Airport covers an area of 776 square kilometres, making it the largest airport in the world by land area.

 Situated in Denver, Colorado, USA, Denver International Airport covers an area of 135.69 square kilometres, making it the second-largest airport in the world.

3. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

 Covering an area of 69.63 square kilometres, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is the third-largest airport in the world.

Located in Florida, USA, Orlando International Airport covers an area of 52.61 square kilometres. The airport features four runways and a main terminal designed in a contemporary style.

5. Washington Dulles International Airport

 Situated in Virginia, USA, Washington Dulles International Airport covers an area of 44.27 square kilometres, making it the fifth-largest globally.

 Covering an area of 40.56 square kilometres, Shanghai Pudong International Airport is the sixth-largest airport in the world.

 Located in Beijing, China, Beijing Daxing International Airport covers an area of 25.8 square kilometres, making it the seventh-largest airport.

Airports connect millions of people worldwide. Here are the 7 largest airports in the world by land area

Top 7 Largest Airports in the World

10 Unsolved Mysteries from Ancient History 

 How were the massive stone structures built over 4,500 years ago without the use of modern technology? 

What was the purpose of the giant, ancient geoglyphs etched into the Peruvian desert over 2,000 years ago? 



What was the reason behind the construction of the prehistoric monument, and how did the creators transport and erect the massive stones? 



How did the ancient Polynesian people move and erect the 887 giant stone statues that dot the island? 

What was the purpose of the complex, ancient Greek device, considered to be the world’s first analogue computer? 

What is the meaning behind the mysterious, illustrated manuscript written in an unknown language and alphabet? 

 What was the original purpose of the massive, enigmatic statue, and who built it? 

 What led to the decline and disappearance of the sophisticated, ancient civilisation that once thrived in present-day India and Pakistan? 

What was the use of the 2,000-year-old device, consisting of a clay jar, copper cylinder, and iron rod, which appears to function as an electrical battery? 


 What happened to the ancient religious artefact, believed to hold the Ten Commandments, and is it still hidden somewhere today? 


World history is full of mysteries and secrets. Here are 10 such mysteries that humans have failed to solve

As weird as it sounds, but it’s true, newborn dolphins don’t sleep for a month. Scientists found that even the mother stays awake during this time. Dolphins can stay alert with at least one eye open at all times. They can even swim while sleeping. 

Bullfrogs always stay alert and can react to stimuli if they are awake. These frogs can enter a state of ‘brumation’ each year which means a form of binge sleeping after no sleep. 

Scientific name Tachymarptis melba, these birds have incredible migration habits and can fly continuously for 200 days straight. 

Also known as Snapper or Tailor, Bluefish are a high migratory species that seasonally move along the US Atlantic Coast. They stop sleeping during their migration period. 

As beautiful as they are, butterflies don’t sleep but go into a state of torpor which appears like sleep but is actually rest when have slower heartbeat and a lower body temperature. 

Also known as Ocrinus Orca or killer whales, babies spend their first few months without any sleep. It is because babies need to keep their bodies warm, once they grow they rest and sleep. 

These beautiful creatures can survive all day with just 5 minutes of sleep. 

7 Animals That Don’t Sleep 

10 Weird Guinness World Records You Didn’t Know Existed

As weird as it reads, it is true. There’s a world Guinness Record for the most number of tricks performed by a pig. The record was achieved by Joy Bleeker and her owner Dawn Bleeker in the US in 2018. The pig performed 13 tricks in total. 

The hula hoop was 17 feet long, and 0.25 inches in diameter, the record was set by Getti Kehayova in 2018. 

The 10 feet, 0.47 inches long x 8 feet, 1.24 inches tall x 4 feet, 3.18 inches wide amplifier of Full Sail University bagged the Guinness World Record for the largest guitar amplifier in 2017. 

Garry Turner due to a rare medical condition called Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome can stretch the skin of his stomach to up to 6.25 inches. He holds the record since 1999. 

Spinning a basketball on a toothbrush for the longest 

Sandeep Singh Kaila from Canada did the most bizarre thing you could imagine. He spun a basketball on a toothbrush for 1 minute and 8.15 seconds and created a world record in 2019. 

Largest gathering of people dressed as Albert Einstein 

During a celebration of Science Week in 2018, 541 students from five schools in Australia set the record for the largest gathering while dressed up as legendary scientist Albert Einstein. 

Charlotte Lee began collecting rubber ducks in 1996 and as of now, she has over 5,600 ducks. 

Attendees at a Christian evangelistic event set a record of 7,681 people having a pillow fight. The previous record was set at St. Paul Saints game in 2015 by 6,261 people. 

Germany’s Andre Ortolf puffed a pea to 24 feet 7.66 inches and set the record for blowing a pea that far. 

Vinod Kumar Chaudhary from India’s New Delhi set the record for fastest typing with the nose. He set the record by typing 103 characters in 46.3 seconds.   

Opened in June 2016, the Gotthard Base Tunnel is 57.1 km long and is the longest railway tunnel in the world. 

The longest Japanese tunnel is 53.9 km long with a 23.3 km portion under the seabed of the Tsugaru Strait.

Also known as Eurotunnel, it is 50.5 km long underwater tunnel that connects France and Great Britain. 

Opened in December 2016, the 50.3 km railway tunnel is located in South Korea and is currently the fourth-longest in the world.

The railway base tunnel in Switzerland is 34.6 km long and connects Spiez and Brig at the northern end of the Simplon Tunnel.

Located in China, it is a dual-bored, double-track rail tunnel, that is 32.645 km long. It is the longest tunnel in China. 

Located in Spain, it comprises two parallel tube tunnels, each 28.4 km long and 8.5 metres wide, and passes through the Sierra de Guadarrama mountain range.

These 7 are the longest railway tunnels in the world.

7 Longest Railway Tunnels in the World 

7 Countries That Trust Their Police The Most

Source: Ipsos' Global Trustworthiness Index 2022

Denmark has the most trustworthy police in the world. As per the report, 58 per cent of Danish people trust their police.

The Netherlands shares the first spot with Denmark as 58 per cent of the population trusts its police force.

The Scandinavian country is second on the list, with 55 per cent of its total population showing trust in its police.

German police are the third most trustworthy force in the world with 53 per cent of Germans having complete faith in them.

The Australian police force ranks fourth in the Global Trustworthiness Index 2022 with 50 per cent of the population showing trust in their police.

Spain shares the fourth position with Australia as 50 per cent of Spanish people have faith in their police force.

French police also enjoy the trust of their people with 50 per cent of the population believing in them.

10 Countries with Highest Average Monthly Salaries

Australia is tenth on the list, with its citizens earning an average salary of Rs 2,77,332 ($3,391) per month.

In the ninth position is the Netherlands, where citizens earn an average monthly salary of Rs 2,85,756 ($3,494).

UAE citizens have an average monthly salary of Rs 2,86,087 ($3,498).

In Denmark, people have an average monthly salary of Rs 2,89,358 ($3,538).

In Qatar, individuals have an average monthly salary of Rs 3,25,671 ($3,982).

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The average monthly salary of an American stands at Rs 3,47,181 ($4,245).

Individuals in Singapore earn Rs 4,08,030 ($4,989) on average, per month.

In Luxembourg, the average salary stands at Rs 4,10,156 ($5,015) per month.

Switzerland tops the list, with its citizens earning Rs 4,98,567 ($6,096) per month.

Shawls were the most forgotten clothing item last year. As many as 30 riders forgot this garment in the cab.

Phones and chargers are next on the list. Uber says that riders are more likely to forget chargers on Mondays.

Some riders forgot to pick up their purses and backpacks too, sometimes with cash inside.

Several wallets were also left behind. The report says that people are most likely to forget their wallets in the cab on Thursdays.

Among electronic items, headphones were the most left-behind item. Last year, people also forget their speakers along with phones in the cab. 

Jewellery also made it to the list of forgotten items in the cab. People are most likely to forget jewellery on Fridays.

House keys, one of the most easily misplaced items, are also on the list of easily forgotten items in cabs.

7 Most Commonly Forgotten Items in Cab

10 Countries With Highest Divorce Rates 2023

Maldives has a divorce rate of 5.52 per 1000 residents.

Kazakhstan has a divorce rate of 4.6 per 1000 residents.

Russia has a divorce rate of 3.9 per 1000 residents.

Belarus is tied with Belgium and has a divorce rate of 3.7 per 1000 residents.

Belgium like Belarus also has a divorce rate of 3.7 per 1000 residents

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The small European principality is dependent on France for defence.

The Asian country has a divorce rate of 3.2 per 1000 residents.

Cuba has a divorce rate of 2.9 per 1000 residents.

Ukraine has a divorce rate of 2.88 per 1000 residents.

Denmark is tied with Latvia, Lithuania and the United States with a divorce rate of 2.7 per 1000 residents. 

10 Popular Countries That Don't Have a Military

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A small European principality whose defence is reliant on France and Spain.

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It abolished its military in 1948 in order to concentrate on social and environmental programmes.

A Caribbean island country that relies on regional security treaties.

A NATO member that defends itself through alliance allies and its own coast guard.

This European microstate abolished its army in 1868 and is now protected by Switzerland.

Another Pacific island nation that relies on a Free Trade Agreement with the United States.

Caribbean island nation that relies on regional security agreements

The world's smallest island nation, located in the Pacific, is completely dependent on Australia for defence.

Do you know there are many countries which don’t have their army? Here, we bring the top famous countries that don’t have a military. Explore now!

Israel lies at the crossroads of three continents: Asia, Africa, and Europe. Because of its important location, it has long been a cultural crossroads, affecting its people, cuisine, and architecture.

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Three main monotheistic religions regard Israel as the Holy Land: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Many sacred sites can be found here, including the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and the Dome of the Rock.

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Hebrew, Israel's official language, was previously thought to be extinct. Eliezer Ben-Yehuda resurrected it in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century, and it is currently spoken by millions of people worldwide.

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Because of its high number of start-ups and innovative enterprises, Israel is often referred to as the "Start-Up Nation." It possesses the world's greatest per capita number of start-ups and is a global leader in technology and innovation.

Both males and women in Israel are required to serve in the military. Men are required to serve for 32 months, while women are required to serve for 24 months. This policy has helped to strengthen the country's sense of solidarity and preparation.

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Israel is well-known for its extensive vegan and vegetarian cuisine. The country has the greatest ratio of vegans per capita in the world, making it a sanctuary for those looking for plant-based food.

Israel is a world leader in water and desalination technology. Despite its dry climate and limited freshwater supplies, the country has addressed its water needs through creative approaches such as wastewater recycling for agricultural use.

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The cherry tomato, a famous species of tomato that is smaller and sweeter than ordinary tomatoes, was developed by Israeli scientists.

Israel has four times won the Eurovision Song Contest (1978, 1979, 1998, and 2018). The country has a strong musical tradition and is proud to compete in international competitions.

Krav Maga, a martial art and self-defense technique developed by the Israeli military, originated in Israel. It is noted for its practical and efficient approaches that focus on real-world circumstances and quickly neutralise threats.

Do you know about Israel? Here are the top 10 interesting facts about this fascinating country. Check now!

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