Humans have been building bridges since ancient times. Bridges are used to cross waterways and valleys to shorten distances and reduce travel time. This article looks at some of the longest bridges in the world, the majority of which are in China.

The 10 longest bridges in the world

1. Great Danyang-Kunshan Bridge, China (164,800 meters)

The Great Danyang-Kunshan Bridge, on the Beijing-Shanghai high-speed line in China, is the longest bridge in the world. It covers a total distance of 164,800 meters, or around 102.4 miles. Ten thousand contractors took four years to complete the construction of the Danyang-Kunshan, which was completed … CONTINUE READING

The term Islamic economics is used to refer to Islamic business jurisprudence. It is an economic ideology based mainly on the teachings of Islam and lies between the system of Marxism and that of capitalism. Islamic law, sharia, stipulates what is encouraged, prohibited or desired in economic activity. Many researchers have proposed different definitions for the term, but no single definition has been accepted universally. In this article, we discuss the applications and evolution of the Islamic economy.

History and principles of Islamic economics

The branch of Islamic economics emanated from a number of traditional Islamic concepts. One of the key concepts included Zakat, which … CONTINUE READING

Throughout history, palaces have been built for royal families, heads of state and others in positions of power. Most of the world’s remarkable buildings are located in Asia and Europe and were once occupied by powerful emperors and kings. Today, very few of these symbols of power are still occupied by the royal families who once owned them. Most have been converted into museums and serve as major tourist attractions. Here are ten beautiful palaces from around the world.

10. Potala Palace

The Potala Palace in Tibet.

The Potala Palace in the Lhasa Valley, Tibet, was built in 1645 during the reign of the … CONTINUE READING

Summer is a season that many Americans look forward to. The season is a great opportunity to embrace a warm climate. Americans become more active during the summer season as more outdoor activities and sports are available. Many tourists flock to the beaches to be able to swim and enjoy the good weather. Hawaii, Florida, New York, and California are some of the most popular beaches in the United States, which are popular summer destinations. These beaches welcome thousands of tourists and locals during the summer season. Here are the top 10 beaches to visit in the United States.

10. Ruby Beach – Washington

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Whether due to innovation or the scarcity of land, the expansion of cities and agglomerations has increased very vertically in recent years. In fact, there seems to be a lot of competition between cities over who can build the most impressive supertalls in the world. Having the tallest building in the world can bring tourism income and glory to your host city, although it is not a title that many cities keep very long. As for skyscrapers, global trends are changing. North America had 75 percent of the tallest buildings 20 years ago, but that has moved to Asia and the Middle East today. Thanks … CONTINUE READING

For many believing believers, religion plays an essential role in influencing all aspects of daily life. You can find different religions around the world, although the largest religions in the world generally belong to one of the two main subgroups. These are the Abrahamic religions (Islam, Christianity, Judaism, Baha’i, etc.) and the Indian religions (Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Jainism, etc.). Based on the Pew Research Institute and other international demographic databases, the list below lists the most followed and, subsequently, the most influential religions in our world.

10. Cao Dai (6.7 million followers)

Cao Dai was a belief system originally from Vietnam in 1926 … CONTINUE READING

When planning your next trip, you may want to avoid some of the cities that we are going to mention. In 2017, they ranked among the most dangerous places in the world based on murder cases per capita.

The most dangerous cities in the world

Los Cabos, Mexico is the most dangerous city in the world with a murder rate of 111.33 per 100,000 person. The position of this city on the list of the most dangerous cities in the world is indicative of the increase in crime that Mexico has experienced in the last year. In 2017 and 2018, the … CONTINUE READING