April 28, 2011 at 9:05 am

Crazy Party Compound in Las Vegas [20 pics]

Crazy Party Compound in Las Vegas [20 pics]

Less than 10 miles from the legendary Vegas strip lies the recently listed Primm Compound. This 10-acre luxury estate, built for wild parties and good times, can be yours for a cool $16.5 million US. With over-the-top features like an indoor shooting range, 20-car showroom and of course a grotto, an after-party here after…

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April 27, 2011 at 9:05 am

This Day In History – April 27th

This Day In History - April 27th

BEETHOVEN COMPOSES FUR ELISE – APRIL 27, 1810 Portrait by Joseph Karl Stieler Ludwig van Beethoven (baptized 17 December 1770[2]–26 March 1827) was a German composer and pianist. The crucial figure in the transition between the Classical and Romantic eras in Western art music, he remains one of the most famous…

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April 26, 2011 at 5:00 pm

Picture of the Day: The Labyrinth Aquarium

Picture of the Day: The Labyrinth Aquarium

THE LABYRINTH AQUARIUM Photograph via Opulent Items Not only is this crazy aquarium real, but it can be yours for a paltry $6,500 US! The aquarium includes silk plants, 3 lights, filters, air pumps and cleaning equipment. The lights are doughnut shaped and are placed underneath the black central hoods. They include…

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April 25, 2011 at 5:00 pm

Picture of the Day: Bright Idea For A Staircase

Picture of the Day: Bright Idea For A Staircase

BRIGHT IDEA FOR A STAIRCASE Photograph via NILS EISFELD Insert cliche comment here about the path to enlightenment 😛 Nils Eisfeld on 500px.com via Reddit

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April 23, 2011 at 5:00 pm

Picture of the Day: Hungry Hungry Hippo

Picture of the Day: Hungry Hungry Hippo

HUNGRY HUNGRY HIPPO Photograph by GORAZD GOLOB Awesome capture by Gorazd Golob of the gigantic hippopotamus, the third largest mammal in the world after the whale and elephant. Camera: Nikon D700 Focal Length: 700 mm Shutter Speed: 1/1000 sec. Aperture: 7.1 ISO/Film: 320 via Gorazd Golob on 500px …

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April 22, 2011 at 9:05 am

The Friday Shirk Report – Volume 106

The Friday Shirk Report - Volume 106

Welcome to the Friday Shirk Report where you will find the 20 funniest images, 10 most interesting articles, and 5 most viral videos from the previous week of sifting. Enjoy! *For those that prefer the links open in a new tab/window, try holding the CTRL key whilst clicking a link with your mouse Stay…

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April 21, 2011 at 5:00 pm

Picture of the Day: A Place To Ponder

Picture of the Day: A Place To Ponder

A PLACE TO PONDER Photograph by BORIS ISSAEV Stunning self-portrait by Boris Issaev at Horseshoe Bend in Arizona, United States. Camera: SONY DSC-W150 Focal Length: 5 mm Shutter Speed: 1/200 sec. Aperture: 8 ISO/Film: 100 via Boris Issaev on 500px

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April 21, 2011 at 9:05 am

Jade Mountain: Where All Rooms Have Infinity Pools

Jade Mountain: Where All Rooms Have Infinity Pools

Located in the eastern Caribbean Sea, Jade Mountain in St. Lucia is one of the most incredible resorts the Sifter has seen. Each room has only three walls and a private infinity pool with stunning panoramic views of the beautiful Caribbean. A tropical oasis, this slice of heaven doesn’t come cheap, with nightly rates…

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April 20, 2011 at 9:05 am

This Day In History – April 20th

This Day In History - April 20th

After careful consideration and valued feedback from the Sifter’s highly respected readers, Current Events Around the Globe will cease to exist. Replacing the weekly Wednesday post will be: THIS DAY IN HISTORY. A brief look back at notable events in our history. Enjoy! WRIGLEY FIELD OPENS – APRIL 20, 1916 Photograph via…

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April 19, 2011 at 9:05 am

Electric Luxury: Rolls Royce Phantom EE [30 pics]

Electric Luxury: Rolls Royce Phantom EE [30 pics]

Launched at the Geneva Motor Show in March, the 2011 Rolls Royce Phantom EE (experimental electric) represents the world’s first battery electric vehicle for the ultra-luxury segment. The Phantom EE will serve as a working test bed throughout the year, providing crucial data and research regarding alternative drive-trains for Rolls Royce. Below you will…

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