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10 Amazing Abandoned Bank Vaults

Bank vaults. They have been a symbol of secrets, wealth and the unknown for centuries. What do we have that is so valuable to us, or others, it needs to be encased in steel and kept under lock and key? Breaching the secure constraints of a bank vault has fueled many a Hollywood movie plot and this speaks to our innate curiosity and greed. Below we look at 10 of the most interesting examples of abandoned bank vaults.

5 Utterly Fascinating Rebellion Banknotes

As we go about our day, spending our hard earned cash, we seldom give any thought to what that currency represents. Beyond its power to buy us a coffee at Starbucks, we don’t often think about what is propping up that currency. However, the ability to have a stable currency is one of the foundations of any country.

The Incredible Homes of The Australian Outback

The very idea of Australia conjures up images of red soil, vast empty spaces and sweltering heat. An inhospitable climate that requires something more than the average clad bungalow. To live in this land you need a house to stand up to the year round demands of the Outback; a proper Aussie home.

7 Amazing Cold War Military Installations Converted Into Homes

When the Cold War came to an end in the 1990s, a vast array of military sites were no longer required. Many fell derelict – and continue in that state today. However, some individuals saw the potential in these unusual sites and have gone about giving them a new lease of life. We look at 7 such projects that have created new futures out of disused military history.

The Intricate Art of the Banknote

The banknote as a form of currency goes back to the 7th century in China. When Marco Polo returned to Europe after his travels in the Far East in the 13th century, Europeans scoffed at the idea that the Chinese used paper for money. It wasn’t until 1661 that paper currency was introduced in Europe, [...]

7 Stunning Australian Beachfront Homes

From contemporary to traditional, Asian-influenced to downright wacky, the coastline of Australia is dotted with stunning beachfront homes. Some of the homes listed are lived in year-round and some are for sale, while others can be rented by the night, which means a little bit of luxury is within everyone’s grasp, even for a short time.

The Striking Colours of the Australian Outback

Like the Himalayas and the great rainforests of the world, the Australian Outback abounds in myth and legend, yet few people, including many non-indigenous Australians, know the true specifics of the ancient red-earthed island. But that’s about to change, as we present 20 fact-filled curiosities of the Australian Outback in all its dazzlingly diverse colours!

11 Easy Ways to Get Free Money

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Free Money. Who’s ever heard of such a silly thing? What are you going to offer me next, a $500,000 beach front property in Bali?
Well believe it or not, there is free money out there. Some of it might even have your name on it. It won’t simply fall from the sky, and you [...]