Electrifying Touch

While this makes a cool shot to share on Instagram, it is an incredibly dangerous stunt to attempt otherwise. This woman tried to strike up a friendship with marine creatures at the beach by picking up a jellyfish in her hands. While it is relatively okay to touch the body of a jellyfish, their tentacles are very dangerous to make contact with.

They release venom that can cause mild skin reactions or lead to cardiac arrests in very severe cases. There are even jellyfish, such as the upside-down jellyfish, that can release blobs of mucus from their body containing their venom. Even contact with these blobs, without touching the jellyfish itself, can cause an adverse reaction.

Setting the Record Straight

This picture was captured in Australia in October 2011 and features a Guinness World Record being set. There was a gathering of 357 women wearing bikinis at the Gold Coast. This beat the previous record set in the Cayman Islands. The event was sponsored by the Surfers Paradise Alliance and the Gold Coast Bulletin.

The number needed to break the record was 332, and 361 women showed up. Unfortunately, some had to be disqualified for not following clothing rules by not adorning two-piece swimsuits. Commenting on the parade, Local Councillor Susie Douglas said it was a great way to promote the Gold Coast.

Who Needs a Like?

Tackling your friend into the ground to pour a drink into their mouth seems like a fun thing to do at the beach. While it makes for a great photo moment to share on social media, people should be careful. Forcing anything down someone’s throat can be a choking hazard.

Any drink can get into the windpipe when it is poured from a height; this can irritate, resulting in a coughing attack. Even worse, if it gets into the lungs, it can lead to a dangerous condition known as aspiration pneumonia. This then requires serious medical treatment. Before indulging in this trend, check if your health insurance covers injury caused by weird drinking techniques.

Part of the Girl Gang

This monkey is named Coco and is a regular fixture at the beaches of Cancun. Guests staying at the Hotel Riu Cancun come across her at the beaches and bars, where she will pose for pictures for the right amount.

Coco’s owner José Adolfo Caram has often been the target of animal rights groups who consider the owning and parading of Coco for pictures cruel. Coco would drink beer and smoke a cigarette, costing tourists $10 to $20 for a picture, depending on the pose. In 2011, it was reported that the chimpanzee was confiscated and re-homed. She was thought to be 21 years old then.

Does This Come in a Bigger Size?

In 2017, 41.7% of adults in America were obese. Obesity is a growing concern worldwide, leading to an increased prevalence of Type 2 Diabetes, cardiovascular events, and other growing health concerns. Dealing with the rising weight gain needs to be a nuanced conversation to ensure there is no fatphobia and shaming.

One of the reasons for obesity is a lack of knowledge about optimum nutrition. People continue to put unhealthy foods into their bodies. To target this, governments should start initiatives to educate the public about wholesome sustenance for the human body. Schools should add mandatory health classes to teach the younger generation the best foods to consume.