Suddenly, the sticky milk or latex that dripped from the rubber trees was not a useless liquid, but brought unexpected development to the city along the Rio Negro (Black River), and unfortunately also plunged the majority of the local population into the misery of the exploited class.
A few hours later, the prettiest girls from Ipanema will gather, especially in the area of the beach known as "posto 9", the modern versions of those that Antonio Carlos Jobim and Vinícius de Morais, authors of the unforgettable song Garota de Ipanema.
When the word Brasilia comes to mind, few think of the capital of the fifth largest country in the world. Of course, Brasilia immediately conjures up images of beautiful girls, sandy beaches, samba and colorful carnival, because even the country itself cultivates an alienated and impersonal attitude towards its political center, which exists somewhere far from fun, racial diversity and sharp social differences.
Sales of Volvo vehicles equipped with automatic braking systems have reached the one million mark – a new milestone confirming Volvo's global leadership in automotive safety.
Recently, designer Niko Klanšek's foldable fender on kickstarter.com has quadrupled the amount that Musguard can start mass-producing.
The backpack trend continues this season as well. Eastpack and London fashion designer Raf Simons brought the season to a fashionable close with their fourth collaboration, which unabashedly brings soft lines, shiny materials and a feminine feel to the collection.
I think we all agree that the best Slovenian fans are at this year's European Basketball Championship.
Men's room? A look at it definitely reveals a large, massive, comfortable armchair, which is intended for free moments, relaxation, reading books, listening to music and socializing in pleasant company.
This year also saw the unusual "Men National Beard and Mustache Championship" organized by Beard Team USA. More than 150 participants from America, Canada and England showed what they can do under their noses in 17 categories.
Right now, all computer enthusiasts are playing the new game Grand Theft Auto V which was released a few days ago. It was the most anticipated game of the year.
JetSurf glides over the surface of the water at a good 55 km/h, which is unheard of on land, but on the water is truly extraordinary. A toy for real men who don't just want to lie on the beach in the summer, but need the company of a great gadget.
Hedonist takes the most classic material in nautical engineering as the basis of his construction - wood, which he builds on with an extraordinary story of futurism and pure pleasure. The hedonist is fundamentally different. It is a boat for complete enjoyment.