Top 10 Most Expensive Perfumes in World 2013

Perfumes are considered to be an essential accessory while getting ready for an occasion. Whether it be men or women, everyone likes to smell good. The way we smell defines our personality. Also, we use different perfumes for different occasions and for different moods. It is very important to use perfume according to our mood at that moment because fragrance of that perfume will not only depict our emotions but will also help us control it. Perfumes can also be used to set up our mood either in romantic way or in a peaceful manner. Moreover, if we smell good, then we will feel good and automatically our confidence will boost up and all the things will fall in place. Perfumes are available in almost every fragrance which you can think of. We always wonder that what makes a small bottle of perfume so expensive. Actually, the process of production of perfume is not that costly, but a lot of research work is carried out before manufacturing a perfume, which makes even a small bottle of perfume, very expensive. Many things have to be kept in mind, like the constituents used, the ratio in which they have to be used, etc. Certain things have to be taken care of in order to make a good perfume, such as it should not lead to any side effects and most importantly, it should be very effective so that applying only a little bit of it should last for a long time. All the research work that is done, in order to make an effective perfume which fulfills the above requirements, adds to the cost of perfume and makes it really expensive. This article consists of the top most expensive perfumes of 2013.

10. CHANNEL NO. 5

Channel No. 5 is the tenth most expensive perfume which costs $234 per 100 ml. It is for women and its fragrance is of ylang-ylang, Mayrose and Jasmine. Its fragrance is considered to be equivalent to a bouquet of flowers. It was launched by Parisian couturier Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel and was the first perfume to be launched by this brand. It was released on 5 May, 1921 and is considered to be a perfume which is worn by respectable women. It is often said that this is a woman’s perfume having fragrance of a woman.

9. THE BOLT OF LIGHTNING

The bolt of lightning by JAR Parfums is at the ninth position when it comes to the price of the perfume as it costs $765 per ounce. It is for women and was launched in 2001. It has a mixture if fragrances which harmonize with each other very effectively. It have the fragrance of white floral and green fruit in addition with that of a dark tuberose. The smell of the perfume is very refreshing and is similar to that blooming flowers in the air. Moreover, it is kept in a beautifully designed bottle which makes it all the more fascinating and also expensive.

8. JOY JEAN PATOU PERFUME

Joy Jean Patou perfume is the eighth most expensive perfume as it costs $800 for 1 oz. It is worn by women and have a mixture of fragrances that consort with each other to give a very fascinating aroma. The scent consists of the mixture of jasmine, rose, ylang ylang and tuberose. It is considered to be extraordinary and timeless and that is why inspite of being so expensive, it is the second best selling perfume of all times. The rare combination of flowers used in this perfume, makes it really enchanting

7. SHALINI PERFUME

The price of Shalini perfume is $900 per 2.2 ounces which makes it the seventh most expensive perfume. This fragrance of this perfume when worn by women, lasts for a much longer time and fills the atmosphere with elegant floral aroma. It consists of a lot of ingredients which are responsible for such an attractive and fascinating fragrance. It possess the aroma of ylang ylang, coriander, neroli, and also a little essence of vanilla which makes it all the more elegant. It is that feminine perfume which is considered to be womanly rather that sweet, thereby adding a grace to our personality.

6. HERMES 24 FAUBOURG PERFUME

Hermes 24 Faubourg perfume is at the sixth position because of its high price of $1500. The sophisticated, elegant and classy smell of this perfume makes it all the more desirable. This feminine perfume has a powerful fragrance which usually lasts for a longer period of time. The this mixture includes ylang ylang, orange blossom, jasmine, iris, and many more fragrances adds to the cost of this perfume and makes it more tempting. There exists a royalty in the aroma of this perfume, which makes it different from other perfumes.

5. EAU D’HADRIEN PERFUME BY ANNICK GOUTAL

EAU D’hadrien perfume by Annick Goutal costs $1,500 for 3 to 4 ounces which makes it the fifth most expensive perfume available all over the world. This perfume is different from others as it possess the fragrance of citrus fruits such as that of grapes and lemons rather than floral aroma which is possessed by almost every other perfume. The fragrance of this perfumes makes it a unisex perfume which can be worn both by men and women. The fresh and refreshing aroma of this perfume will definitely help both men and women to earn a lot of compliments. The only negative point about this perfume is that it does not lasts for a longer time.

4. CARON’S POIVRE

Caron’s poivre perfume is the fourth most expensive perfume of all times as it costs $2,000 per two ounces. It possess the powerful aroma of pepper which makes it unisex in nature. Apart from the fragrance of pepper it also have the aroma of white floral. The mixture of warm spice, fresh spice, floral and woody bade notes in perfect harmony with each other, makes this perfume a very attractive one. It is considered to be a rare and exceptionally classic perfume which adds a status to our personality.

3. NOTORIOUS PERFUME BY RALPH LAUREN

Notorious perfume by Ralph Lauren is ranked third among the most expensive perfume as it ispriced $3,540 per bottle. This feminine perfume adds glamour to our personality and it is specially made for the sexy, mysterious and self-possessed women. It possess the fragrance of chocolate, vanilla, black currant, pink peppercorn, white frost peonies, iris and many more. Floral scent mixed with cocoa aroma provides a overpowering fragrance which is simply irresistible. It also have hints of fruits added to the fragrance. It gives a romantic touch to the personality and can be worn on romantic outing.

2. BACCARAT “LES LARMES SACREES DE THEBES” PERFUME BOTTLE

Baccarat “Les Larmes Sacres de Thebes” Perfume Bottles are the second most expensive perfume bottles which costs $6800. It have the aroma of pepper, jasmine, geranium, ylang ylang, cardamon, basil, sandalwood, musk and many more ingredients. The fascinating fragrance of the perfume is obviously responsible for the cost of this perfume but the bottle in which the perfume is kept adds even more to the cost and makes it even more expensive. It is a limited addition perfume and is mot available that easily.

1. CLIVE CHRISTIAN PERFUME

Clive Christian perfume is the most expensive of all the perfumes and is priced at mind boggling $215,000. It is a unisex perfume and can be worn by both men and women. the perfume which is for men have a lasting effect and the fragrance of green and citrus fruits which provides the aroma of a beautiful summer morning, makes this perfume really appealing. But the one which is worn by women possess sexy and modern fragrances of jasmine, cardamom, carnation, lemon, bergamot, and benzoin and also lasts for longer period of time. The bottle in which this perfume is sold also adds to the cost of this perfume. The negative point related with this perfume is the quantity of the perfume which is very less as compared to the price of the perfume.

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Top 10 Creepiest Insects on Earth

There are a few people around the globe who do not hate insects, but then, even such people would not like to have a glimpse of some really creepy insects present over there. In this article, we are discussing the top 10 creepiest insects on the Earth. Slightest view of these insects might ruin your day. And if you are scared of insects, beware! You might not even get to sleep for some nights once you have caught a glimpse of them. Further, these insects might also be diabolic in nature. Just imagine, an insect that people do not want to see even, if that particular insect bites a person, what would happen to that person!

Let us have a closer look at the top 10 creepiest insects on the Earth.

10. The Weta

These insects are really big ones, heavy and massive by appearance and really scary. There are approximately 70 species of the insects which come under this category. The most horrible part is the large legs of such insects. When compared with other insects, it could be said that Weta are like a combination of crickets and cockroaches.  Since these insects can survive in all ranges of temperature, from extremely high to extremely low, you can find these insects almost everywhere, no matter it is grassland or a shrub. These are nocturnal and eat only fruits and flowers. If Wet happens to bite someone, it might be really painful for the person.

9. Mexican Redknee Tarantula

A native species of Mexico, the Mexican Redknee Tarantula is the popular name of Brachypelma smithi. Although it could also be found elsewhere in the world, but it is in Mexico only that this insect is seen in large numbers. Among all the tarantulas present on the earth, these are the most popular ones and the creepiest as well. It has a large body and on the orange-red legs of the insect, there are some orange patches. This insect contains venom in high quantity. Hence, one has to be very careful when he or she is in the vicinity of Mexican redknee tarantula.

8. Camel Spider

The Mexican nickname of the camel spider- deer-killer is something that makes it all the more horrible. For once, you would think that it is nothing but just another spider. But this is not the case, the camel spiders are not at all true spiders, rather, they are some distinct sort of arachnids. Preferable climate for their living is warm and hot. Hence, these are particularly found in semitropical regions and the tropical regions, but on the basis of some evidence, they are also found in forests and grasslands as well. Their bite is really very painful due to varying structure of their teeth. They could eat other smaller insects, but some of these insects are even said to engulf lizards. Since these insects are nocturnal, they try to remain in shade during the day time.

7. Thorn Bug

Thorn bug is a kind of pest and hence, it is found on the trees most of the time. South Florida is considered to be the home of these insects because if you walk past a field area in South Florida, you would see a large number of Thorn bugs have formed clusters around the twigs of the trees. These may destroy the entire trees by forming a cluster around the trunk of the tree. These insects are believed to suck the sap of the tree.

6. European Earwig

The scientific name for European Earwig is Forficula auricularia and this one is really creepy. You get a glimpse of this insect and get restless for a week or so. As the name of this insect implies, it is a native species of Europe, but this doesn’t mean that it could not be found in other parts of the world. The size of this insect is not that mush large, just a centimetre and the colour is shiny brown. Further, it has yellow coloured legs and wings are of the same colour. If you hate flying insects, here is something to your rescue; the European Earwigs do not prefer to fly even when they have wings on their body. They have the potential to damage the corn silk crop. Also, they can eat various other flowers too.

5. Giant African Stick Insect

On the 5^th position in our list of the top 10 creepiest insects on Earth, we have Giant African stick insect, whose scientific name is Bactrododema tiaratum. This insect could be found anywhere on the earth and particularly in Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Switzerland and South Africa. Although this insect is ling but when compared with the longest stick insect, it falls short of length. The legs of these insects are stretched out a bit which looks really very scary. They also have small wings on their body with the help of which, they fly from one place to another.

4. Goliath Beetle

If you think scary means large, perhaps the goliath beetle would seem to be the most horrible and creepiest insect to you. The tropical forests in Africa are like homes to these insects. They are said to suck the sap of the tree and destroy them as much as they can. Also, they would bite into the fruits occasionally. These insects are so much large that they seem to be small toy helicopters sort of things when they fly overhead. The sound produced by them during flying is also equivalent to the helicopter. The colour of these insects could be anything between white, dark brown, light brown or black.

3. Horse Fly

Horse flies are not only creepy by appearance, but their bites are also very painful, as an established fact. This is the major reason a lot of people are scared of horse flies and run around when a horse fly comes in the vicinity. The painful nature of their bite is the fact that they do not pin the skin like a needle (just like all the other creepy insects do) but they slice apart the flesh using the special tools available to them in the form of mandibles. They suck out the blood from the human body and might even cause permanent marks on the body. Females are a bit less dangerous than the males but still, they are dangerous.

2. Cockroach

Cockroach need not be described much as they are very common, found almost everywhere. It is only the Polar Regions on the earth that are spared by this deadly insect, but the rest of the world is equipped by cockroaches here and there. You go to kitchen, you find a cockroach there, you go to bathroom, you find a cockroach there, you go to store room, you find a cockroach there, they are [present everywhere around you. These insects are large by appearance and are really very scary. 1% of the species of the cockroaches are classified under the category of pests as they harm the buildings while they are under construction.

1. Giant Water Bug

And, on the top of our list of the top 10 creepiest insects on the earth, we have giant water bug. This insect is so much creepy that you would not want to look at it from the farthest distance. This is a very large insect and is mostly found in U.S. and Canada. According to some recent news, this insect is the most asked about insect, hence, it can be assumed that it is very popular. For once, you would think it is a cockroach or a beetle and nothing else, but as you come closer, you get to see what it is. The bite made by this insect is painful and it generally bites on the toe of the humans.

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Top 10 Common Reasons for Nightmares

Having dreams which wakes you up in the night with a jerk and leaves you all sweaty and fearful while all other seems to be having a peaceful sleep around you can be one traumatic night and for some such dreams are recurrent. Nightmares are the disturbing dreams which follows us for days, weeks, months or sometimes with years. A very common myth is that nightmares are caused based on our sins, but the truth is nightmares are in no way related to your sins, but surely it is related to our behaviors and sometimes the things happening in our lives.

Everyone will have nightmares and it is common to all, but sometimes it can be recurring to some people and it indicates serious problems. Nightmares can also be a warning for the problems and issues you might be having in real life and it needs to be dealt with. Although every person has a nightmare in different ways and with different circumstances, most of it are related to certain reasons and once you understand the reason which might be causing you those terrifying dreams, you can try to find solution to your problems.

Nothing is easy in this world and we all have to work towards being happy and there are no problems without a solution to it. The best way to deal with your issues is to understand the root cause of it and deal with it.

Some of the reasons which is most common to give you a lot problems while awake with eyes wide open as well as while you are asleep giving you nightmares are,

10. Stress

Not all dreams are pleasant and being stressed in life, leads to many health problems. Stress is one of the major cause of many mind related problems and having nightmares is one of it.Stress causes a lot of hormonal imbalance in our bodies which is also a cause of reduced energy. Anyone can feel stressed depending on the issues they have, for example stress in not limited for adults, but even children can be stressed sometimes, like being afraid of something or someone, exam fears, pressure from teachers or parents etc. These kind of stress interprets in our dreams causing the nightmares which are nothing but the real life fears and tiredness. Over stress can cause recurring nightmares. The solution to deal with these nightmares and to stop them, its best to analyze to what the dream related to in real life and try to deal with the real life issues. Deal with stress and try to relax more.

9. Side effects of some medications

With good there comes always a bad and it is always our choice what we need best and how to deal with the bad. There are certain medications which might cure our ailments for whatever we might be taking those medications, still these medicines cause nightmares for some. Some medicines linked to have causing insomnia as well as the nightmares. So next time when you have a nightmare and if it is recurring do not blame it on your snack but also do check your prescriptions and talk to your doctor about it for changing the dosage or to some other medicines.

8. Watching horror movies before bed

It can be thrilling to watch those zombies with all those multiple scars and blood dripping from mouth and all parts of the body, but be ready to sleep with them as well when you sit to enjoy them. Although nightmares are more often related to the personal issues in one’s life, watching a scary movie can give more shape to the nightmares which triggers any of the feelings of stress, anxiety, painful memories, etc. Though some can have a sound sleep right after scary flick. Some times it all depends on how your mind takes it and the unconscious mind interprets it. So next time you want to watch John Doe coming out of his death bed with a ketchup face, make sure you know what you are doing, and avoid watching scary movie if you had any previous experience of disturbed sleep after a scary flick.

7. Illness and accidents

Certain illness and rise in body temperature can cause nightmares in people and women with a change in their monthly menstrual cycle also causes bad dreams to some. These happens mainly because of the vulnerability of the body and mind. In some cases of people with some serious trauma in life and when they start getting nightmares of their experiences is also an indication that they are ready to remember whatever traumatic experiences they had faced and become ready to deal with it. Sometimes people with terminal illness also start having dreams of death and dead people in their dreams which can be a real haunting experience. Hence it is better to accept with the illness and fight for it with all confidence and try not fearing for the worst.

6. avoiding problems

We all want to have a peaceful life without any problems and issues, but unfortunately no one is free from problems, and they vary from age to age and their level of dealing with things.Problems in life can relate to anything, be it at work or with any personal relationships or anything else. When there is an issue and one feels like not being able to find a solution, they feel like they are trapped. The feeling of being trapped with their problems in real life can cause nightmares in some, For example dreams like being locked in a room, or being in a place all alone and you have no idea of how to get back, etc. So dreams of being trapped or usually symbolic to the feelings of being trapped with problems in real life.

5. Depression

Depression in life is one of a reason for many problems and nightmares is a very simple and common of them. Depression and nightmares are inter-related with each other. Sometimes if depression causes nightmares than sometimes nightmares can make a person more depressed. People who are under treatment for depression are more at the risk of nightmares. Drugs and medicines that act on chemicals in brain such as anti-depressants and narcotics often causes nightmares. Hence it is best to treat the problem of depression to avoid these nightmares which can cause more trouble and disturbed mind.

4. Anxiety

Got a dream of being lost or have lost something, do not worry, you are not lost or you have not lost any of your favorite things, but these kind of dreams are sure related to something in your body and mind. So what is it? And you might ask why am I getting such dreams?

Dreams about lost or searching for something which feels like you will never find it are related to anxiety which evokes feelings of confusion and frustration or a feeling of “you do not fit in”. These kind of feelings is common when one moves into new place, school, office, deadlines to meet, feeling of not having enough skills etc can all cause dreams of being lost and those sometimes can cause nightmares. So deal with your problems to deal with your bad dreams.

3. Pressure

stress, pressure, being tired are related to each other and are all reasons for many health disorders both physically and mentally. Physical pressure or mental pressure are always tend to make a person tired and stressed. When a person is in extreme pressure, he is tend to be having difficult sleep and a reason of having nightmares as well. As much as we say we do not have time to relax in life and as easy it is to say that one need to make time to reduce pressure, the latter seem to be a better option. To avoid nightmares and also other kind of health disorders, one need to relax and learn to deal with pressure.

2. Low Self Esteem

Low self-esteem is a problem with many and it can cause problems with many issues related to public relations as well as with easy communication. But the problem can come even when you try to have a good sleep. People with low self-esteem and issues with self image often tend to be having dreams of being naked in public. Although dreams of this kind might not be as much a nightmare which can make you wake up with a jerk and leaving you disturbed but might make you feel funny after you wake up. Such dreams which occurs more often and in weird ways can be really disturbing sometimes and obviously difficult to share it with anyone. Reasons for such dreams are the feelings of being judged by people or by someone superior to you, etc. The only solution for these kind of dreams would be to develop self-esteem and take help from a counselor.

1. Loss of Someone

The feeling of being alone or being left alone when someone very dear to us dies and makes us feel dreadful, can always cause a lot of pressure on our conscious mind as well as the unconscious mind. Sometimes these feelings are caused even when one breaks up a relationship, and the partner moves away from the other. The feeling of being left back or sometimes the feeling of insecurity in a relationship can also cause nightmares. Though nightmares related to these kind of reasons are easy to identify, but it might seem to difficult to deal with, but one need to try hard to overcome the feelings of dread to get ride of these nightmares as well as other issues related to it.

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10 Modern Devices That Will Change Our Lives

TECHNOLOGY

10Many believe that we are now experiencing the most intense technological revolution of all time, and that we are transitioning into a High Technology Age, where new advancements will make previous models extinct. Here are some gadgets that are slated to be released in the very near future (some have been released already). Many of these modern devices will change our lives—and the world we live in—for good:

Tooth Sensor

Fear of the dentist can be a very serious issue for many children and adolescents. According to academic researches into Dental Fear and Anxiety, some young people hate dentist visits so much that they often refuse to co-operate, or worse—they don’t even go to the dentist.

The truth is that no one really enjoys going to the dentist regardless of their age, even if it’s just for a plain check-up. Scientists at Princeton and Tufts have been working a thin tooth sensor that may limit the amount of times we will need to get our teeth checked—hence, less visits to the dentist, and a happier population.

The sensor will alert you when it detects any bacteria that could cause cavities, plaque buildup, or any other infections—in this way you’ll be able to prevent a major problem, and thereby avoid the dentist’s office.

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Wing Roller Coasters

Welcome to the future of fun and entertainment. Developed by Bollinger & Mabillard, Wing Coasters are a type of roller coaster that places the passenger on the sides of the track, giving them the illusion that they’re riding on the wing of a plane. There’s nothing below or above them. There are currently four in the world: three of them are in the US, and a fifth is planned to open in China sometime during 2013.

It’s not recommended for people who are afraid of high rises, nor for those of us who have a propensity to vomit. Some things simply don’t go together, no matter how advanced the technology might be.

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Oculus Rift

Some call it a revolution in gaming—and not unfairly so. Oculus Rift is a virtual reality headset, which has the potential of changing the gaming industry for ever.

Gamers already benefit from the great design and graphical capacities of current console and PC games, but Oculus Rift might be the device that finally brings players right into the middle of the action. We can only imagine how this new technology will be incorporated into the games we already know so well. What will multiplayer will be like, perhaps a decade or two from now?

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Parallella

Parallella is going to change the way that computers are made, and Adapteva offers everyone the chance to participate in this revolution. Simply put, it’s a supercomputer for the average person.

Real-time object tracking, holographic heads-up display, and speech recognition will all become even smarter and more effective thanks to Parallella. Considering that it’s essentially a mini supercomputer, the price is incredible, at only $99. It’s not recommended for the non-programmer and non-Linux user, but if you do have the know-how, the kit is loaded with development software to create your own personal projects.

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The 4K TVs

The tendency of replacing classical television with digital television has been going on for a while, but the 4K TVs will probably be the final hit for this old industry. The 4K terminals can display movies with resolutions four times bigger than HDTV, so it is understood why they’re so appreciated.

For the moment, the price is prohibitive, and the current capabilities of televisions would not be able to ensure a solid number of programs that can be enjoyed on this device—but all the same, it is a huge step forward in terms of clarity and fidelity. How long before a 4K TV becomes a realistic purchase? Some might tell you that it’s a matter of weeks. You can already buy 4K televisions with Soni’s 55 and 65 inch models coming in at $5,000 and its 84 inch going for the tidy sum of 24 thousand. And it is already supported on Youtube. Here is a beautiful 4K video of ink drops (note: switch quality to “original” for the 4k version).

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Smart Watch

“Pebble” officially launched in 2013, is the first smart watch. Besides the common functions of a classic watch, it can be connected to the Smartphone or tablet, with a simple Android or iOS application. This way, the watch will give you access to lots of information besides the time of day, such as missed calls, messages, and emails. The device is connected with an app store also, so the developers could create other applications that would make Pebble even more interesting and useful.

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Billboard That Produces Clean Water

It seems like advertising, nowadays, is as necessary as clean water for society to function. So it’s refreshing to see one company working hard to combine the two. Located in Lima, Peru, and developed by The University of Engineering and Technology of Peru and ad agency Mayo DraftFCB, the billboard is able to produce around twenty-six gallons of water per day. It uses five filtration devices, and is helped along by Lima’s extremely humid air.

The billboard is designed not only to provide water to Peru’s largest city—a city where 1.2 million residents don’t have running water—but also to encourage kids to apply to UTEC and study engineering. This could be one of the biggest technological revolutions ever, which will solve one of humanity’s biggest problems—or it could merely be an ambitious plan that won’t evolve to the next level. Only time will tell.

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Google Glass

People have tried to make smart glasses before, with very little luck. Google’s “Glass” seems like the first pair that might actually work properly. Not only that—people who have used them said that (despite the uncanny feeling that everyone’s staring at you), the experience was actually pretty good. Being able to get real-time information about everything you’re looking at may seem to some like information overload, but it’s likely that most people will become used to the idea the future.

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Myo

Dubbed the next generation of gesture control, the Myo is an armband full of sensors that are able to pick up on the electrical activity in your muscles, in order to wirelessly control your electronics via Bluetooth. According to the creators, the device will work with both Windows and Mac OS, with iOS and Android support soon to follow. The Myo can already be preordered for $149, and is expected to ship in late 2013.

Its success may well depend on the number of applications it will work with. It’s a safe bet that your average gamer is the most eager to see the gaming abilities showcased with this device. One way or another, the Myo gesture control armband, if successful, will consign camera-based gesture-recognition to the history books.

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Argus II Retinal Prosthesis System

Developed by Second Sight, the Argus II is a device that works to restore vision to those suffering from complete or partial blindness. It does this by capturing images via a mini video camera in the glasses, which are then transformed into instructions that are picked up by an implant placed on the wearer’s eye.

Once the implant has received the instructions, it sends them to an electrode array which then forwards the visual information to the brain via the optic nerve. This is a true revolution of technology, which offers the chance of restored sight to millions of disabled people around the world.

Theodoros II is a budding author and a law graduate. He loves History, Sci-Fi culture, European politics, and exploring the worlds of hidden knowledge. His ideal trip in an ideal world would be to the lost city of Atlantis.

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