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From world records to technological feats, bridges have come a long way from the rustic stone structures of our ancestors. Now, we are capable of constructing goliaths that span across rivers, lakes, and otherwise impassable stretches of terrain. But some bridges do this with a little more flare than others! Join us as we explore some of the more interesting elements of the world’s most stunning examples of bridge engineering. The most expensive bridge Originally opened in 1963, the San Francisco-Oakland Bay toll bridge was...

College is usually described as some of the best years of your life, and most of the time, it really is. However, a student lifestyle can certainly take a toll on your mental health, especially if you’re studying nursing right in the middle of a pandemic. While not all nursing students have been called to help out in hospitals and clinics as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic currently sweeping the world, studying nursing right now can be a stressful and anxious time, whether you’re worried about how your studies are going to be...

Car accidents lawsuits can be extremely complex. Consequently, if you have been involved in a car accident, it is in your best interest to seek out a lawyer to help you to handle the entire matter in the best possible way. Finding an excellent lawyer that can efficiently help with a car accident case can seem overwhelming. However, there are a number of steps that you can take to ensure the best possible outcome. Let us discover 3 things that you can do to make finding a car accident attorney a little easier. Use Your Sources...

Covid-19 has brought with it a flurry of disappointing, albeit necessary changes, for an unexpected start to summer. Pubs, shops, and restaurants have shut down to help curb the spread of the virus, having unfortunate consequences to our social lives and leisure time. For many bar and restaurant owners, this is also a tough time, with doors closed to the public for the foreseeable future. But it isn’t all doom and gloom for the restaurant industry. It has never been more important for restaurant owners to work on keeping their...

It goes without saying that the use of hydraulic and high-pressure equipment can provide risks in the working environment, especially within the oil industry. Numerous methods are used to tighten, maintain and loosen bolts and connectors. Thankfully, there is a number of accredited bodies and professional training programmes in place across the globe, then can ensure all technicians follow safe working procedures that follow industry standards. Regulations and standards around bolting Bodies of the Bureau of Safety and Environment...

Farming and agriculture play a crucial role in the health and vitality of the UK – supplying us with more than 60% of all the food we consume and providing daily sustenance to millions of people across the country. In order to meet this demand, farmers rely heavily on the cultivation of crops and the breeding of livestock to make a living – both of which require large amounts of energy to feed and maintain. This makes choosing the right energy supply vital to a farmer’s livelihood – with the right system in place, farmers...

The whole world is dealing with a crisis, which means that tonnes and tonnes of waste being produced. While we’re worrying about that, we’re also concerned about the fuel shortages which continue to rise. With the two hand to hand, can they be combated at the same time? Waste management experts have expressed that both can be tackled simultaneously. One solution, which is currently being looked into, is “waste-to-energy”, with various schemes being trialled. But how can these developments tackle the waste and fuel conundrum?...

An engagement ring is one of the most sentimental items you will ever own. It is a symbol of eternal love and commitment and reflects the individual style and personality of the wearer. Here, we take a look at some of the best options for engagement ring customisation, from adjusting the stone, to modifying heirloom jewellery. Why repurpose your engagement ring? Buying an engagement ring for a significant other is a landmark occasion in a person’s life, and affordability will undoubtedly be factored into the purchase; however,...

Our love of all things Disney is still as big as ever. With new films being released and peoples’ love of the classics never wavering, Disney is a big part of our lives and it isn’t going anywhere! For some, the occasional cinema trip just doesn’t satisfy the Disney craving. Once you’ve felt the warming magic of a Disney crescendo it can be hard to go back to everyday life and leave their magical world behind. Fortunately, you don’t have to! With plenty of Disney-related ranges and events, Disney has been reinvigorated...

Interior design might be having a moment in the limelight as an ‘Instagram-worthy’ form of expression, where houseplants and millennial pink hues now dominate the hipster coffee houses tucked away in the urban pockets of major UK cities. Even corporate workplaces have clocked on to growing trends such as industrial inspired interior design, with exposed brickwork and pipe lined ceilings becoming a trademark of many creative workspaces. The value of this can permeate far beyond aesthetics though, as well thought out interior...