The Great Smog of London Chokes the City in 1952
— July 24, 2026In early December 1952, London was gripped by one of the most severe air…
Again we pause for a moment in Amsterdam, certainly not a place we were surprised to find the Sex Museum. It has long been known that people in parts of Europe are less uptight about matters relating to reproduction than those of us in the United States. The Sex Museum was founded in 1985 and offers visitors an erotic journey through the history of sex, complete with stimulating displays and fascinating facts regarding the sexual practices of cultures the world over. It may not be the kind of place you want to visit with mom and dad, even if they are cool with the subject matter, but it would surely be an interesting diversion for a couple! Visitors must be at least 16-years-old to get in. It’s Amsterdam, don’t you know!
In early December 1952, London was gripped by one of the most severe air…
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Odd or what? That, presumably, is a matter of opinion, but despite your thoughts regarding what's found here, you know you just have to look! We scour the web looking for things that make you question your own version of reality and present them here for your perusal.

