Minute Physics

I've just discovered MinutePhysics on YouTube... any pretence of being productive today has just disappeared!

More amazing footage of Ueli Steck

Have posted about this before (Ueli Steck record speed ascent of the Eiger). There was more, and different, footage of the ascent on this weekend's edition of Ski Sunday - 33 mins in.

BBC iPlayer - Ski Sunday 12/02

Coca Cola just know how to do Christmas

A beautiful film.

Photos: Nepal 2011

Nepal is a melting-pot. Influences from almost every country in SE Asia mix with a rich Nepali heritage to create a fascinating and engaging experience that has enticed travellers for decades. But for me it is the Himalayas, the greatest mountain range on Earth, that truly form the life blood of this country. They left me completely speechless and humbled. To see them and to trek in their foothills was to fulfil one of my greatest life ambitions.

Here are 25 photos that give a glimpse into our 10 days in Nepal:

There's a McDonald's for everyone

Photos: Bangladesh 2011

Over-populated, chaotic and under-water, Bangladesh is not on most people's list of holiday destinations. But with some of the kindest people you can hope to meet, a fascinating story of economic development, sensational food and a rich history, it offers a rare opportunity to totally immerse yourself in a foreign culture in a short space of time.

I've selected 25 photos from our trip, which you can view in the slideshow below. I'm planning a post which will use these images to tell the story of our trip and hopefully give some insights into the country.

Video: Paragliding, Nepal 2011