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Oops! World Gets Access to Internet in North Korea

North Korea
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A couple of years back North Korea blamed the U.S. for an internet shutdown in the country which lasted a few days.

From what I had read, the internet isn’t something that the average North Korean gets to use or enjoy. It’s mainly used by the elite and military.

One might wonder what is allowed to be viewed on the internet in this isolated country. Continue reading Oops! World Gets Access to Internet in North Korea

Soccer Star Cristiano Ronaldo Opening Boutique Hotels

Cristiano Ronaldo
image from CNBC article: PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA | AFP | Getty Images

What’s 30 year old, soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo (who pulls in $40 million + per year and has a fortune topping $220 million) to do with his big bank account?

While I’d sit back and relax, he’ll be investing in boutique hotels.

Ronaldo isn’t the first celebrity to invest in a hotel. Leonardo DiCaprio is opening an eco resort on a private island. You can also rent out some celebrity homes. Continue reading Soccer Star Cristiano Ronaldo Opening Boutique Hotels