If You Use These Safety Tips, You'll Know No Trouble

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00:00:00 Yep, moving objects through a door when it keeps closing is super annoying.

00:00:05 So instead, tie a rubber band around the handle on each side of the door so that it crosses

00:00:10 over the latch.

00:00:12 The latch then won't be able to pop out, and the door won't lock shut.

00:00:17 To check whether your bedsheets are fully dried, take a mirror and place it underneath.

00:00:22 Leave it there for around 5 minutes, and if it steams up, it means the sheets are still

00:00:26 damp.

00:00:27 A damp bed can be a breeding ground for mold and other nasty fungi.

00:00:33 You can paint the end of your keys with different colored nail polish so that you can easily

00:00:37 identify which key is which.

00:00:41 In order to pour the perfect amount of oil or salad dressing, poke holes in the foil

00:00:46 seal rather than removing it completely.

00:00:49 This prevents a big amount rushing out quickly.

00:00:53 To prevent band-aids from slipping off your finger, cut a line on either side.

00:00:58 This will create 4 smaller sticky strips rather than one large one, and it will be much easier

00:01:04 to secure.

00:01:06 If you enter a public restroom and see a red Solo cup someone put under the seat, better

00:01:12 choose another booth.

00:01:13 It means there's no toilet paper in this one.

00:01:16 The red cup is a frequent replacement for a toilet paper hub, which is also put under

00:01:21 the seat for the same reason.

00:01:24 Speaking of restrooms, almost any public toilet has a large gap between the floor and the

00:01:29 door.

00:01:30 The reason for such a "zero privacy" thing is to actually minimize the level of privacy

00:01:35 and comfort so that people won't stay there long and there'd be no lines.

00:01:39 It's also to clean and safer if some emergency occurs.

00:01:44 Forgot to put your drink in the fridge?

00:01:46 Wrap a wet paper towel around it and put it in the freezer.

00:01:50 In just 15 minutes, your drink will be ice cold!

00:01:54 Instead of filling your purse or wallet with store loyalty cards, you can take a photo

00:01:59 of them.

00:02:00 Just take one snap of the barcode, as well as a picture of the front so you know which

00:02:04 card it is.

00:02:05 Then when you visit the store, just scan the barcode on your phone to collect your points.

00:02:12 If you're using your phone to watch something and are tired of propping it up and having

00:02:16 it fall back down, try using your sunglasses.

00:02:20 Simply place them upside down and use the parts that go around your ears to hold the

00:02:24 phone in place.

00:02:27 Now if you don't have the correct size coin to put in your shopping cart next time you

00:02:31 go to the supermarket, you can use your key instead.

00:02:34 If you have a key with a rounded end, you can insert that where the coin would go and

00:02:39 the cart should unlock.

00:02:42 If you're struggling to get your taco shells to stay in place, use a muffin tray.

00:02:47 Flip the tray upside down, spray it with oil, and place your tortillas in the gap.

00:02:52 Cook them for around 10 minutes at 700°F for the perfect crispy taco shell.

00:02:59 You can use a water bottle to separate egg yolks.

00:03:02 Hold the bottle over the yolk and squeeze it to suck the yolk up.

00:03:06 Drop it into a separate bowl, and you're good to go.

00:03:10 Next time you're struggling to clean your ceiling fan, use a pillowcase.

00:03:14 Slide the pillowcase over each blade to wipe off the dust.

00:03:18 This way excess dust is caught inside the pillowcase and won't rain down on you.

00:03:24 To properly clean your blender, fill it with soap and hot water.

00:03:29 Switch it on for around 10 seconds and let the swirling water do the hard work.

00:03:33 Then just rinse it off, and it's clean!

00:03:37 Wipe down a strip of masking tape before nailing into plaster walls.

00:03:41 The tape should stop the plaster from flaking or spreading dust all over the floor.

00:03:46 If your shoes smell bad, put a few dry tea bags into the shoe.

00:03:51 The tea bags will absorb the smell.

00:03:54 Try using toothpaste to remove small scratches on furniture.

00:03:58 Rub a peanut-sized amount on the scratch in a circular motion until the scratch buffs

00:04:03 out.

00:04:04 Wipe it with a damp cloth, and voila!

00:04:09 Drill a couple of small holes in the bottom of your trash can to stop the bag getting

00:04:13 stuck when you pull it out.

00:04:15 The holes stop the vacuum-like effect that keeps the bag pinned down.

00:04:20 You can easily remove the sticky residue from jars using cooking oil.

00:04:25 Soak a cotton pad in some oil, then rub it on the sticky area.

00:04:29 Allow it to sit for a few minutes, then it should wipe away easily.

00:04:34 You can use hair conditioner to make that new wool sweater less itchy.

00:04:38 Just soak it in lukewarm water with a couple of tablespoons of conditioner and leave it

00:04:43 for 15 minutes.

00:04:44 Then just dry it, and your sweater will be much softer.

00:04:49 An odor on your fingers can be removed with some minty toothpaste.

00:04:53 Rub them together with toothpaste, then rinse them clean.

00:04:56 It'll help get rid of the odor and act as a light scrub too.

00:05:01 Before you throw out those old sneakers, arm yourself with an old toothbrush and a little

00:05:05 toothpaste.

00:05:06 Work the paste into the dirty spots and leave it for at least 10 minutes.

00:05:10 Wipe it off with a damp cloth and repeat if it didn't do it right the first time.

00:05:15 Be careful with colored toothpaste – it may leave stains.

00:05:20 Washing your clothes on a low heat or even better, a cold wash, will make them last twice

00:05:25 as long.

00:05:26 Drying them on the line, if possible, will also make the material last longer than if

00:05:30 you used a dryer.

00:05:33 Metal zippers are very durable, but they'll snag more than other kinds of zippers.

00:05:38 Just gently rub a bar of soap over the teeth of both sides of the zipper.

00:05:42 The residue will help lubricate it, making it easier to slide open and closed.

00:05:48 When you can't squeeze any more toothpaste out of your tube, just cut the end off.

00:05:53 This will allow you to get what's left inside onto your toothbrush in a pinch.

00:05:57 If there's enough for more than one use, place it in a plastic bag for later.

00:06:03 Freezing candles before use can make them burn a lot slower.

00:06:07 This will cool the wax right down and extend its melting time.

00:06:13 A pack of cotton pads has those strings on it so that we can hang it on some hook or

00:06:18 holder.

00:06:19 And no, there's no need to untighten and tighten the pack again.

00:06:23 Look at the bottom of the pack – it has a perforated line.

00:06:26 Wear along it, and now you're good to pull out a cotton pad.

00:06:30 If you've ever tasted a Nintendo cartridge, you'll confirm that, yes, they taste revolting,

00:06:37 leaving a sour-bitterish aftertaste in your mouth.

00:06:39 They're covered with denatonium benzoate, one of the most disgusting flavors known.

00:06:45 Actually, this taste is kind of a hidden function – it prevents people from swallowing those

00:06:50 cartridges.

00:06:52 Headrests in a car are about comfort, and detachable headrests are about safety.

00:06:57 If you pull the headrest out of the seat, you'll see two bars, which are quite sturdy.

00:07:03 If you ever get locked or trapped in a car, you can get out of there smashing the window

00:07:07 with these bars.

00:07:09 Rough edges on the dimes are just about design.

00:07:13 The coins used to be made of precious metals to show their real value.

00:07:17 People would shave off the edges, spending the shaven coins with the same value, and

00:07:22 melt the edges to new coins.

00:07:24 To avoid it, minters added that pattern so people could tell if someone cut that coin

00:07:29 before.

00:07:31 That black grate on a microwave isn't just some fancy decoration.

00:07:35 It's called a Faraday shield, and it prevents the rays from escaping the microwave.

00:07:41 It also speeds up the heating, so you could enjoy yesterday's leftovers faster.

00:07:47 A triple handle on a jerry can is there to make it easier for two people to carry it

00:07:52 and distribute the fuel evenly.

00:07:54 Gas cans often have a second hole that actually needs to be uncapped too before you pour the

00:07:59 gas.

00:08:00 The air passage will prevent it from pouring out, so no more fuel waste.

00:08:07 Neighborhood watch plans are a fantastic way to get your community looking out for each

00:08:11 other.

00:08:12 If you're going on a Christmas getaway, ask your neighbors to keep an eye on your

00:08:16 place.

00:08:17 They can do this through simple activities like moving your letters from the mailbox

00:08:22 or turning on a light once in a while.

00:08:24 This can make it seem like your house is busy.

00:08:27 Not only does this reduce the risk of unwanted guests, but some insurance companies might

00:08:32 even cut you a deal if you're part of a local plan.

00:08:36 That extra money could come in handy for Christmas presents, just saying.

00:08:42 Burglars also need to get pretty creative during the holiday season too.

00:08:46 There've been cases of crooks melting locks on doors, windows, and sheds.

00:08:51 It sounds a bit extreme, but it can happen.

00:08:55 Make sure your locks are working, more so during this time of the year.

00:08:59 Also, think about installing wood or steel composite doors that won't be as easily

00:09:04 damaged.

00:09:05 Store your car or spare house keys somewhere safe, away from curious eyes, in case any

00:09:11 unwanted guests come knocking.

00:09:14 Another good idea is to mark your stuff.

00:09:17 That's because burglars hate personalized items.

00:09:20 If your belongings have your name, phone number, or address on them, they're a tough

00:09:24 item to sell.

00:09:25 Plus, it's easier for law enforcement to spot your things.

00:09:29 So whenever possible, put your personal touch on your valuables, through carving or embroidery.

00:09:35 It will also increase the odds of your goods finding their way back to you in case they

00:09:39 get taken away.

00:09:41 Here's another smart way to make it seem like you're home while you're out and about,

00:09:45 if you can't rely on your neighbors.

00:09:47 Use timers for your lights and leave the radio on.

00:09:50 You can even leave an ironing board with a pile of clothes nearby, to make it look like

00:09:54 you just stepped out.

00:09:56 Just remember to turn the iron off.

00:10:00 During this time of the year, your vehicle needs some extra care too.

00:10:04 With people out shopping for Christmas presents and stashing them in their trunks, those cars

00:10:08 become prime targets.

00:10:11 Never leave your car alone with your Christmas haul inside.

00:10:15 Always park in a well-lit spot or on a driveway to scare off opportunistic thieves.

00:10:21 And you know those frosty mornings when you leave your engine running to defrost your

00:10:24 windshield?

00:10:25 Forget about it!

00:10:27 Leaving your car unattended with the keys in the ignition is pretty dangerous.

00:10:33 Most of us think that a "Beware of Dog" sign is a good way to keep unwanted strangers

00:10:37 at bay, but during the day, it can actually signal that there's no alarm set around

00:10:42 your house, since dogs can trigger sensors unnecessarily.

00:10:46 Burglars might think it's an opportunity to sneak in.

00:10:49 So if you don't have a guard dog, maybe reconsider that sign.

00:10:54 However, you might want to set a free "Guard Dog" skill on Alexa.

00:10:59 You can remotely activate it to make a barking and growling dog noise.

00:11:03 That should make anyone think twice about breaking in.

00:11:06 Browsing through received Christmas cards at the end of the year is pretty special.

00:11:11 Burglars love it too, more so when you toss the envelopes in the bin.

00:11:14 It's their free pass to all sorts of personal information about you and your family.

00:11:20 Make sure to rip up any piece of paper or packaging before taking them to the trash.

00:11:25 Also, if your floor is a mess of cards and letters, it's a clear sign to burglars that

00:11:30 you're not home.

00:11:32 You might want to get a cage for your letterbox to hide your mail and prevent "letterbox

00:11:37 phishing."

00:11:39 If you're heading out of town for the holidays, it's also a good idea to tidy up your house

00:11:43 before departing.

00:11:45 Leaving suitcases and bags out signal your house might be empty, so it may become an

00:11:49 easier target.

00:11:51 Hide them under the bed or in the garage before leaving the house.

00:11:55 Also, think about your family calendar.

00:11:57 If you've got your birthday dates displayed where outsiders can see them, you might be

00:12:01 in for an unpleasant surprise visit.

00:12:04 Try to switch to online calendars; they're easier to be kept private.

00:12:08 I know, I know, we all want our Christmas trees by the window for that picture-perfect,

00:12:13 cozy look.

00:12:15 But the problem is, it also gives thieves a good look at your presents.

00:12:19 Lights on your tree can also tell them if you're home or not.

00:12:22 So maybe use a timer for the lights and change it up every day.

00:12:26 And don't forget those stockings.

00:12:28 Keep them out of sight.

00:12:30 You can close your blinds upwards as well to make sure people aren't spying.

00:12:36 Waiting until the last minute to wrap your presents can be pretty stressful by itself.

00:12:40 It's not the safest move when it comes to your security either.

00:12:44 Unwrapped gifts are the perfect surprise for burglars because they can see their value

00:12:48 up front without having to unwrap them.

00:12:51 Try covering each one individually and skip the gift bags.

00:12:56 Burglars usually make their escape on foot, so they'll steer clear of the bulky bags.

00:13:01 Once you've unwrapped your presents with your friends and family by your side, make

00:13:04 sure to store your new stuff somewhere safe.

00:13:07 If you've had your Christmas vacation booked for some time, you might be excited to share

00:13:12 your holiday joy.

00:13:14 Just like you might be excited to share this video with your friends, which you totally

00:13:18 should.

00:13:19 But be mindful about oversharing personal information on social media.

00:13:23 Posting pictures of your expensive dinners abroad can tip off potential thieves that

00:13:27 your home is empty.

00:13:29 Use your privacy settings wisely and be careful who can see your posts.

00:13:35 Buying alarms and motion sensors for the darker corners of your home is also a great idea,

00:13:41 though it does take a bit more planning and financial investment.

00:13:44 However, the average cost of a burglary is on average about $3,000, so consider making

00:13:51 the investment.

00:13:53 Don't underestimate those doggy doors and cat flaps.

00:13:56 Some people might even be able to sneak into your house through the bigger ones.

00:14:00 And while CCTV is great, burglars tend to be sly.

00:14:04 They will themselves monitor your house for a while, looking for patterns and potential

00:14:08 hiding spots like bushes or dark areas.

00:14:12 Plus, during the holidays, they'll be on the lookout for missing cars as a sign that

00:14:17 a house is vacant.

00:14:19 It's not just your house or vehicle that needs protecting.

00:14:23 When you're out shopping, try to stick to daytime if you can.

00:14:27 If you have to go at night, try not to go alone.

00:14:30 Also, don't carry loads of cash.

00:14:33 It's better to pay with a credit or a check when you can.

00:14:36 If you do have cash, though, keep it in your front pocket.

00:14:40 It will be easier to monitor.

00:14:42 If you lose your credit card or notice anything funny going on in your banking app, call the

00:14:46 credit card company right away.

00:14:48 Step 5.

00:14:49 Avoid Accidents To buy presents in advance to avoid overloading

00:14:54 yourself with bags, you need to see where you're going and move freely to avoid accidents.

00:14:59 Even better, switch to buying gifts online.

00:15:02 Just make sure to stick to reputable websites.

00:15:05 They'll take better care of your personal information.

00:15:07 If you do have to get some stuff from the local mall, for instance, watch out for strangers

00:15:12 who might approach you.

00:15:14 Especially around this time of year, scammers might try to distract you and steal your valuables.

00:15:20 During the holiday season, you might get all jolly and let more people into your home,

00:15:25 especially if you're planning to host larger parties.

00:15:29 Be mindful, though, that some out there might pretend to be friendly neighbors bearing gifts

00:15:33 just to sneak a peek at your house and valuables.

00:15:36 Keep an eye out for uninvited visitors, especially if they seem a bit "off."

00:15:43 If you're heading out but need someone to water your plants, feed your pets, or handle

00:15:47 your curtains, don't be tempted to hide spare keys in plain sight.

00:15:52 It's more obvious than you think.

00:15:54 Burglars are clever and they know all the usual hiding spots, like under flower pots

00:15:58 or on top of door frames.

00:16:00 Instead, give those spare keys to someone you trust, like a family member or a neighbor.

00:16:08 11% of people on vacation at a hotel room have found hidden cameras in their accommodation.

00:16:15 Imagine how much higher the number would be if more people knew what they were looking

00:16:19 for and how to do it.

00:16:21 So how do you detect these hidden cameras?

00:16:24 Let's say you've arrived at a random location for your vacation.

00:16:27 You're renting out a lovely apartment.

00:16:30 Take out your phone.

00:16:31 It'll be an essential and beneficial source for finding clues of hidden cameras.

00:16:37 Turn on your Bluetooth.

00:16:38 Take a walk around the apartment, your room, bathroom, kitchen, and the passageway to the

00:16:43 apartment.

00:16:44 Monitor your phone to see if you can detect any unknown devices that appear on your screen.

00:16:49 If something comes up, that's a good indication for a further thorough search.

00:16:54 Even if you don't pick up anything on the Bluetooth, it's still a good idea to thoroughly

00:16:58 search your accommodation anyway.

00:17:01 Go to each room, take a close look around, and check the corners of the walls and ceiling,

00:17:06 keeping an eye out for any suspicious holes.

00:17:09 Holes are an unlikely place to find any cameras, unless you're in a haunted house from an old

00:17:14 horror film, but it's still a good idea to check, regardless of how obvious it sounds.

00:17:19 Now inspect all the movable objects, lamps, radios, television, shelves, and whatever

00:17:25 else you can find sitting around.

00:17:27 Check to see if they're facing at a strange angle, like if they were aimed toward your

00:17:31 bed or bathroom.

00:17:34 Once you've inspected everything with the lights on, turn them off.

00:17:37 Some cameras may have small LED lights that can be in a range of colors.

00:17:42 Go over the same area again, looking out for any suspicious lights.

00:17:47 Make sure to check that the fire alarm is just a fire alarm.

00:17:51 It's a common hiding place for cameras, as the fire alarm always has a blinking light.

00:17:57 Approach the air vents and inspect closely.

00:17:59 They would be capable of hiding larger cameras inside.

00:18:03 Now that we've done a quick look in the dark, get a flashlight, or use your phone's flashlight,

00:18:09 and shine that light around the room for an even more thorough search.

00:18:14 Carefully look for any tiny glints of a camera screen.

00:18:17 The reflection of the light will be minimal, so pay close attention to anything that glistens.

00:18:23 Focus carefully on the inanimate objects in the room, reviewing every angle closely, even

00:18:28 the susceptible plants.

00:18:31 You can also utilize the selfie mode of your phone to detect infrared light sources in

00:18:35 the dark, as it doesn't filter them out.

00:18:39 These light signals can be found from night vision cameras, which rely on their infrared

00:18:43 waves to detect heat signatures when it's dark.

00:18:47 Put your phone on selfie mode, leave the light off, and look around the room slowly while

00:18:52 focusing on the screen.

00:18:54 It'll be awkward moving around the dark room while looking at the screen in selfie mode,

00:18:58 but try to keep an eye out for purple or white lights on the screen.

00:19:03 Now that we've checked for cameras, it's time to review the mirrors.

00:19:07 Cameras could be behind them, and someone could also be watching from the other side.

00:19:11 First, determine whether they're built into the wall or can be adjusted.

00:19:16 If the mirror is semi-transparent, it will be built into the wall.

00:19:20 These aren't common in your bedroom, typically, which would lead to suspicion.

00:19:25 You can do a simple test to check the mirror.

00:19:28 Simply press your fingertip onto the glass, pushing firm enough to ensure that there will

00:19:32 be a fingerprint as you move your finger away.

00:19:35 Focus closely on the fingerprint.

00:19:37 If there is a small gap between the fingerprint and the mirror where the glass should be,

00:19:42 then it's just a mirror.

00:19:44 On a semi-transparent mirror, there will be no gap.

00:19:47 The fingernail test is used similarly, detecting if there is a glass gap between the end of

00:19:53 the fingernail and the mirror.

00:19:55 However, both tests may be complex, depending on the lighting in the room and the position

00:20:00 the mirror is facing, so it's not a definitive test in all situations.

00:20:07 Semi-transparent mirrors are generally built into the wall to ensure they work without

00:20:10 being detected.

00:20:12 The wall must completely cover the edges.

00:20:14 The lighting on the hidden side requires a brighter light source than your side of the

00:20:19 wall for it to work.

00:20:21 Put your eyes right up to the glass to further confirm what kind of mirror you're dealing

00:20:25 with.

00:20:26 Cup your hands around your eyes, ensuring there is as little amount of light from your

00:20:30 side, and look through to the other side.

00:20:33 If there is a slight indication of light behind the mirror, or if you can see outlines of

00:20:38 objects behind it, you have a semi-transparent mirror.

00:20:42 A semi-transparent mirror will have an empty wall behind it, so another method to check

00:20:47 is to simply tap the glass.

00:20:49 The sound of tapping on a semi-transparent mirror will produce an empty sound.

00:20:55 If privacy is still a considerable concern after learning how easy it can be to hide

00:21:00 cameras, further options are accessible.

00:21:03 You have many options for applications available on your phone.

00:21:06 Some will review the Wi-Fi network to determine any suspicious behavior in the area, as all

00:21:12 cameras and surveillance equipment will connect to the Wi-Fi.

00:21:16 These apps help you detect the concerning names of devices and identify the brand and

00:21:21 model of the devices, providing further confirmation there is a hidden camera nearby.

00:21:27 With the many application devices available, many anti-bug detectors can find hidden cameras,

00:21:33 the body of wires, GPS, etc.

00:21:37 There is a wide range of these detectors to choose from, depending on how much you want

00:21:41 to spend.

00:21:43 Security cameras have come a long way in recent history.

00:21:45 In the world we live in now, you can find a camera in any shape and size.

00:21:51 Anyone can purchase or modify a camera, and even place a camera where they like on their

00:21:56 property.

00:21:57 They are so advanced and inconspicuous that one could be watching you right now!

00:22:03 The first surveillance cameras were installed in 1927.

00:22:07 From then, surveillance in all forms has become more prominent throughout the world.

00:22:12 The security camera's evolution has developed significantly.

00:22:16 More so recently, since the 1990s, when the development and variations have increased

00:22:21 each year enormously.

00:22:23 The application and the number of security cameras in public areas have grown so much

00:22:28 that in 2021, there were estimated to be 1 billion security cameras worldwide.

00:22:34 And considering most people have a phone or a computer device that more than likely has

00:22:38 a camera attached, you can assume there will soon be more cameras than human beings on

00:22:43 this planet.

00:22:45 And if that's not concerning enough, there are also more secretive cameras out there

00:22:49 that you're not even aware of, inconspicuously watching your every move while on holiday,

00:22:54 at work, at the gym, or even in your own home.

00:22:59 Cameras today are so advanced that there are many out in the streets with facial recognition

00:23:04 technology.

00:23:05 Some are computer controlled, identifying an object, tracking it on its system, and

00:23:10 categorizing the objects in its field of view.

00:23:13 The definition in these cameras is so powerful, they can zoom in and focus on the smallest

00:23:18 of objects.

00:23:19 So, when accessing an ATM, be sure to always cover the keypad when entering your PIN code.

00:23:26 Hidden cameras are used discreetly, recording people while they're unaware.

00:23:31 They can be wireless and fit inside all kinds of small spaces, like fire alarms, televisions,

00:23:37 and many more objects that could fit a camera as small as a USB slot, making them all the

00:23:42 more difficult to detect.

00:23:45 Some places to be wary of hidden cameras are when you're moving into a new rental accommodation

00:23:50 and when you're on vacation.

00:23:52 There have been reports of cameras found in hotels and many other forms of accommodation.

00:23:57 It's possible to find places all around the world with hidden devices.

00:24:01 In some countries and regions, it's legal for a proprietor to have hidden cameras and

00:24:06 other devices on their premises.

00:24:08 But just because they may be within their legal rights in some instances to monitor

00:24:12 their property, you still have the rights of your privacy and safety.

00:24:17 You also have the option to talk to your host or landlord and question them as to whether

00:24:21 there are hidden cameras.

00:24:23 If you feel confident in doing this, when you pose the question to them, look closely

00:24:28 to see how they react, taking careful attention to see how they respond and in what manner.

00:24:34 If they're shocked by the question or simply don't say a word, it may be an indication

00:24:39 to leave the premises immediately.

00:24:42 But if you don't want that awkward exchange, we hope that we've provided enough tips to

00:24:46 help you where we can.

00:24:51 An old man stands in the bathroom peering into the mirror.

00:24:54 His pupils are getting wider, his hair is standing on end, and his jaw drops in horror.

00:25:00 No, he's not afraid of his reflection.

00:25:02 He's just remembered the scariest day of his life.

00:25:05 It's been 30 years, and he still can't look at mirrors without fear.

00:25:10 The old man closes his eyes, the panic goes away, and the memories come.

00:25:16 Matt and Lucy are about to spend a weekend together in the countryside.

00:25:20 They want to take a break from the bustling city and hard work.

00:25:24 Lucy finds a perfect place on the web.

00:25:27 They book a cozy house right next to a lake for a modest price.

00:25:31 They're delighted with such luck and pay two days in advance without looking at the lease

00:25:36 terms.

00:25:37 The couple get into the car.

00:25:39 They're smiling, and Matt is pressing the gas pedal.

00:25:43 They don't yet know what a nightmare is coming for them.

00:25:48 Our heroes arrive at the place.

00:25:50 The reality looks exactly like the picture on the website.

00:25:53 It's a beautiful two-story house right next to a lake and a forest.

00:25:58 Everything looks great, but the owner is kind of weird.

00:26:02 He's a tall old man with a sly grin.

00:26:05 He gives the keys to Matt and Lucy and wishes them to have fun.

00:26:09 Then the owner gets on the motorcycle and drives off.

00:26:13 Matt and Lucy check the house and look around the neighborhood.

00:26:16 Matt notices video cameras hanging on the trees.

00:26:19 It seems the owner put them there for safety.

00:26:22 Hope nothing like that is in the house, Lucy jokes.

00:26:26 In the evening, they cook dinner and watch a movie.

00:26:29 Matt walks into the bathroom.

00:26:31 He washes his face, and drops of water bounce to the mirror.

00:26:34 He wipes the glass with his finger and notices something creepy.

00:26:39 He touches his nail tip to the reflective surface, and there's no gap.

00:26:44 Matt knows for sure if there's a small distance between the nail and its reflection, it's

00:26:48 a real mirror.

00:26:50 But if the finger touches the reflection when there's almost no distance, it's a fake

00:26:55 two-way mirror.

00:26:56 This is when you see yourself, but someone on the other side is watching you.

00:27:01 To know for sure, Matt presses his eyes against the mirror, cupping his hands around them

00:27:06 so the light wouldn't interfere with the view.

00:27:08 He's trying to see something on the other side.

00:27:12 And he notices.

00:27:13 But sure, there's another space behind the mirror.

00:27:17 And somebody's looking at him.

00:27:19 Shocked, he removes it from the wall and discovers a small dark room.

00:27:24 What the…

00:27:25 A jolt surges through his body as he hears Lucy scream from the neighboring room.

00:27:30 Matt runs to her.

00:27:31 She looks scared and points at the window.

00:27:34 Matt sees the house owner watching them from the forest.

00:27:37 Matt grabs Lucy's hand and leads her to the exit.

00:27:40 "We're leaving this place now!"

00:27:42 He presses the handle, but the door won't open.

00:27:45 He tries to put the key in the lock, but something gets in the way.

00:27:49 In most cases, if the key doesn't fit, you just need to grease the lock.

00:27:53 But if the problem appears suddenly, you need to replace it.

00:27:56 This is because someone tried to crack it to get into your house.

00:28:00 But also, someone could insert a microphone or other device into the lock to eavesdrop

00:28:06 on you.

00:28:07 Matt tries to get out through the window, but it's locked from the outside.

00:28:11 He throws a chair into the glass, but it's bulletproof.

00:28:14 What's going on here?

00:28:17 They look around and notice something else.

00:28:19 On the floor, near the wall, there's dust and dirt.

00:28:23 Check the wall if you see dust like this in a hotel or in someone else's house.

00:28:27 This debris indicates that someone was working with a drill to install a recording device.

00:28:33 Also, if you see an electric socket is installed unevenly, a telephone or a camera may be hidden

00:28:39 behind it.

00:28:40 There's a lamp hanging on the wall.

00:28:42 Matt takes it off and sees a small microphone.

00:28:46 This little thing in the fake double mirror.

00:28:48 There must be cameras somewhere.

00:28:51 Surveillance devices are often installed in the bedroom and bathroom, inside mirrors,

00:28:55 and under the sink.

00:28:57 Inspect all corners in these rooms, smoke detectors, and air vents.

00:29:00 Usually, they put tiny cameras and recorders in switches, corners of shelves, and behind

00:29:06 interior elements.

00:29:07 The most common cliché is plush toys.

00:29:10 If you don't want to check the room like that, you can follow Lucy's example.

00:29:17 She switches the light off and turns on the flashlight on her phone.

00:29:21 Any camera lens will flash in the dark if you point a beam of light at it.

00:29:25 You will definitely notice it.

00:29:27 Also, the front camera of your phone can detect infrared light coming from the lens.

00:29:32 Inspect the entire room with it, and you'll see a tiny flash on the screen.

00:29:37 Matt and Lucy find several cameras in the living room, one in the bathroom installed

00:29:42 in the shower, and two in the bedroom.

00:29:44 There's another way to find these devices.

00:29:47 Almost all modern hidden cameras work via Wi-Fi.

00:29:50 You can download special apps that scan the area and detect surveillance tools connected

00:29:55 to the Internet.

00:29:56 So, if you think somebody's watching, you can just disconnect the Wi-Fi router from

00:30:00 the outlet.

00:30:01 Matt and Lucy do just that.

00:30:05 Matt is about to call the police, but the phone doesn't work well for some reason.

00:30:09 He was so keen on finding cameras that he forgot the main thing – digital security.

00:30:15 One of the most common ways to get into your phone is Wi-Fi.

00:30:19 Don't connect to unknown spots.

00:30:21 When you do this, you automatically grant permission to access your device.

00:30:26 Criminals can listen to your conversations, steal your data, and disrupt work.

00:30:31 Also, never open unknown files and links.

00:30:35 Matt and Lucy connected to Wi-Fi when they got inside the house.

00:30:39 As a result, they can't make calls now.

00:30:42 Locked in the big house, surrounded by hidden cameras, the heroes think about what to do

00:30:47 next.

00:30:48 Matt goes to the bathroom and walks into the small room behind the fake mirror.

00:30:52 There's one chair and an iron door.

00:30:55 It's locked.

00:30:56 Meanwhile, Lucy examines the ceiling in the living room and notices an air vent.

00:31:01 Perhaps she can go outside through it.

00:31:03 She's sure that she'll be able to crawl in there and call for help.

00:31:08 Matt stands on a chair, removes the lid.

00:31:10 "Hello there," the scary owner says.

00:31:13 His head is looking at Matt right out of the vent.

00:31:16 Lucy screams in horror.

00:31:18 Matt falls off the chair.

00:31:19 He stands up, takes Lucy's hand, and runs away with her to the other end of the room.

00:31:24 The man gets out of the ventilation.

00:31:27 Matt throws a chair at him.

00:31:28 "Get away from us, you lunatic!"

00:31:31 The owner doesn't understand what's happening.

00:31:33 "You destroyed all the cameras.

00:31:35 How do you think I can watch you?" he asks.

00:31:38 "What the…"

00:31:39 Matt answers in shock.

00:31:40 "Wait a minute.

00:31:42 You didn't read the lease terms, did you?"

00:31:44 The owner is surprised.

00:31:46 He put cameras and microphones inside the house, and it's written on the website.

00:31:51 Some people like to be watched.

00:31:53 The owner thought Matt and Lucy were one of them.

00:31:56 He shakes his head, opens the door, and lets them go.

00:32:00 They get in the car, check the website of this house, and the entry about it is removed.

00:32:05 Was there really any info about surveillance?

00:32:08 They will never know, and they will never forget this weekend.

00:32:12 From now on, they will always read the terms of the lease.

00:32:16 The owner of the house looks after the departing car with a smile.

00:32:23 Yeah, sometimes it happens for real.

00:32:27 Some people install cameras in their houses, but they must indicate this in the description,

00:32:32 so always read the terms.

00:32:34 It's illegal to install cameras and microphones without the knowledge of residents.

00:32:40 Robbers can install hidden cameras not only in houses, but also in public places, so be

00:32:45 careful at ATMs.

00:32:47 It's common knowledge that you need to cover the button panel with your hand when you enter

00:32:51 the PIN.

00:32:52 But not only because strangers can see it.

00:32:54 Criminals can put a little hidden camera directly into the ATM and thus see your PIN.

00:33:01 Yes, cameras can get you nervous, but they also have a huge benefit.

00:33:06 Cameras in buses, subway cars, trams, for example.

00:33:10 They not only monitor the order and detect violators, but also watch the condition of

00:33:14 drivers.

00:33:15 Now, most cameras don't just record.

00:33:17 They're equipped with artificial intelligence and various sensors.

00:33:22 If you're driving and want to sleep, the camera will see it.

00:33:26 The device will give a loud signal to bring you to your senses.

00:33:30 Cameras recognize faces, which helps catch scammers, thieves, and hooligans.

00:33:35 Such surveillance reduces the number of violations of the law.

00:33:38 If a city camera breaks down, the program informs the special services.

00:33:44 And the coolest thing is special sites where you can access many street cameras around

00:33:48 the world.

00:33:49 Just like that, you can observe what's happening on the other side of the globe from your computer.

00:33:58 Endless hot deserts seem lifeless at first glance.

00:34:02 But among these sands, you can meet dangerous and sometimes creepy creatures.

00:34:08 Some of them can only cause health problems, but some can stay in your memory forever.

00:34:16 Let's get to know them, starting with dangerous ones and finishing with real nightmares.

00:34:22 So you're walking through a desert and see a big teddy bear with open hands.

00:34:26 You understand that it's probably a mirage, but still, you come closer.

00:34:32 You were right.

00:34:33 It's not a plush toy, but a giant cactus.

00:34:37 There's something strange about it.

00:34:39 Thanks to some strange fluff, the branches resemble the arms of a teddy bear.

00:34:44 However, this is not fluff, but thousands of thin needles.

00:34:49 And they are the reason you shouldn't come closer.

00:34:52 The cactus is called the jumping cholla, or teddy bear cholla.

00:34:57 It grows in the desert areas of Arizona and in the northern part of Mexico.

00:35:02 Don't worry, this cactus won't attack you, but it will cling to your skin or clothes

00:35:06 if you touch it.

00:35:09 Such a fur coat protects the cactus from animals, creates shade, and saves it from heat.

00:35:16 The lateral branches are the most important parts of the plant as they carry out photosynthesis

00:35:21 and accumulate a large amount of moisture inside.

00:35:24 So despite all the danger, the cactus can be helpful for desert wanderers.

00:35:29 And the danger here is needles.

00:35:31 If you look closer at them, you will see they have the shape of hooks.

00:35:36 One touch and hundreds of thorns are already in your finger.

00:35:40 It's pretty difficult to get rid of them and the needles cause unpleasant painful sensations.

00:35:45 But the coolest thing about this cactus is the way it reproduces.

00:35:49 The plant clones itself in a new place.

00:35:53 When animals and people pass the jumping cholla and touch it, the cactus gives them a small

00:35:59 piece of itself along with the needles.

00:36:02 As soon as you throw this piece to the ground, it takes root and starts growing.

00:36:08 The degree of danger is rising.

00:36:11 The next monster from the desert is running toward us, and that is an ostrich.

00:36:17 Many think these animals are cowards hiding their heads in the sand.

00:36:21 You will most likely change your mind if you're unlucky enough to meet one.

00:36:25 Usually ostriches are not aggressive, but you should run if you come closer to their

00:36:30 nest.

00:36:31 On the other hand, you won't be able to do that because ostriches move at a speed of

00:36:36 43 miles per hour.

00:36:39 You need a car to get away from them.

00:36:41 They run and hit their enemy with their chests.

00:36:44 There have been cases when ostriches attacked vans and caused significant damage to them.

00:36:50 But the main danger these birds present is their powerful legs with sharp claws.

00:36:55 They can deliver strong blows with them and even beat a prone opponent.

00:37:00 So yes, if you see an ostrich in the distance, go the other way.

00:37:06 This small spotted lizard lives underground almost all the time in the arid deserts of

00:37:10 the southwestern US and northwestern Mexico.

00:37:14 Sometimes it goes outside to find lunch.

00:37:17 It only seems cute, but in fact it's a dangerous gila monster.

00:37:23 Its thick skin protects the reptile from hawks, coyotes, and other predators.

00:37:28 But its main protection is its venom.

00:37:33 Snakes and spiders inject their toxins using long, needle-like fangs.

00:37:38 The gila monster clamps down and chews the prey to spread the venom.

00:37:42 And when it bites a person, it can keep its jaws closed for a long time.

00:37:48 Getting rid of the animal is a tricky feat.

00:37:51 People who have experienced the effects of the venom say it feels as if hot magma passes

00:37:56 through the veins.

00:37:58 Despite this, the lizard turned out to be useful for science.

00:38:01 Doctors used its venom to create medicines for diabetes and obesity.

00:38:07 The time has come.

00:38:09 Now you're about to meet one of the creepiest creatures living in the desert.

00:38:14 Be quiet and listen to the silence.

00:38:17 Stand still.

00:38:18 There's no one around.

00:38:21 Suddenly, you hear some hissing coming from below.

00:38:24 You lower your head and see it.

00:38:26 A big, yellow spider the size of a human palm with strong jaws and long legs hides in the

00:38:32 shadow of your body.

00:38:34 In horror, you run away from this monster.

00:38:37 But it goes after you.

00:38:39 It isn't easy to do it in this situation.

00:38:42 But try to calm down.

00:38:44 The creature isn't interested in you.

00:38:47 It wants only your shadow to hide from the scorching sun.

00:38:50 Anyway, it's better not to touch it.

00:38:53 The powerful jaws of the camel spider can cause unpleasant sensations, to put it mildly.

00:39:00 And by the way, this creature isn't really a spider.

00:39:04 Yeah, it belongs to the class of arachnids.

00:39:08 But it's a separate species, Salpagid.

00:39:12 It likes to bite.

00:39:13 It's fearless and pretty aggressive.

00:39:16 The spider preys on insects, lizards, rodents, and small birds.

00:39:21 It can also move at a speed of 10 miles per hour.

00:39:23 For their small size, this is very fast.

00:39:27 You need to be a professional athlete to run away from it.

00:39:31 Most often, you can find camel spiders in the deserts of the Middle East.

00:39:35 But they also live in Mexico and the southwestern US.

00:39:39 These runners are nocturnal and try to avoid the sun during the day.

00:39:43 So they are always hunting your shadow.

00:39:46 By the way, they got their name because they often hide in the shadows of camels.

00:39:52 You won't hide from them during the day, but they will also want to come after you at night,

00:39:56 especially if you make a fire.

00:39:59 Salpagids always run to the light in the hope of eating something.

00:40:02 Some species of these spiders make a hissing sound to scare their enemies away.

00:40:07 Now, let's calm down for a second and leave the hot desert.

00:40:12 We're going into the humid tropics of Tanzania.

00:40:15 Under tree bark, fallen leaves, and in dark caves, you can meet one of the most terrifying

00:40:20 creatures on Earth.

00:40:22 A tailless whip scorpion.

00:40:24 Imagine a big scorpion without a tail with a flat body that looks like it has been pressed

00:40:29 by something.

00:40:30 It's similar to spiders, but has no venom glands and can't spin a web.

00:40:35 This monster is silent and fast.

00:40:38 But the scariest thing is its two front claws, twice as long as the creature itself.

00:40:44 Any prey it catches will never escape.

00:40:48 Life in a dark cave has spoiled its eyesight, so the whip scorpion tries to avoid sunlight.

00:40:55 During molting, it climbs up to the ceiling and slowly comes out of its old skin.

00:41:01 Imagine directing your flashlight there and seeing small cocoons out of which pale spiders

00:41:06 with excessively long legs crawl.

00:41:10 If you really meet it, be calm and slowly go away as far as possible.

00:41:16 Be careful.

00:41:17 The flat scorpion can crawl under your clothes in a second and bite you in the stomach.

00:41:23 And that's not the worst part.

00:41:25 Okay, this is a joke.

00:41:27 This pretty guy is one of the shyest and most harmless creatures among spiders and scorpions.

00:41:33 It's afraid of you and will never attack.

00:41:35 Many consider it beautiful and keep whip scorpions in glass terrariums.

00:41:40 If you want such a pet, carefully watch it so that it doesn't run away from its house.

00:41:45 If it happens, it will be pretty challenging to catch it again.

00:41:49 In a matter of moments, it can get under your bed or go through gaps in the floor.

00:41:54 Then it'll go to your neighbor's apartment through a ventilation system and scare people

00:41:58 there.

00:41:59 Okay, how about one more scorpion?

00:42:04 It's not as creepy as the other creatures in this video, but it's the most venomous

00:42:08 scorpion in the USA.

00:42:11 This is the Arizona Bark Scorpion.

00:42:14 The problem is that you can see it in the desert, in your home, or in the yard.

00:42:18 These dangerous venomous beasts crawl into rooms and often sting people.

00:42:23 One time is enough to cause pain, similar to a bee sting.

00:42:26 But someone with an allergy may experience paralysis, breathing problems, and other health

00:42:31 issues.

00:42:32 First, you probably already know that germs are everywhere, and it's impossible for

00:42:40 humans to get rid of them.

00:42:42 These tiny creatures train our immune system.

00:42:44 We're becoming stronger when our organism constantly faces bacteria and improves its

00:42:49 protection skills.

00:42:51 So don't worry about what you see next.

00:42:54 Welcome to one of the favorite places among bacteria and microbes – hotel rooms.

00:42:59 Yes, they seem to be so clean, but in some ways, they're more dangerous than a garbage

00:43:05 dump.

00:43:06 Everything is dirty at the landfill, and you're afraid to touch anything.

00:43:10 But the dirt in hotel rooms is almost invisible.

00:43:14 Germs are waiting for you here, and there are a lot of them.

00:43:17 So the first problems appear already in the elevator.

00:43:21 The buttons on the panel are swarming with various bacteria.

00:43:24 Suppose no one cleans them with a disinfectant.

00:43:27 In that case, these buttons become the arena where billions of microbes multiply and devour

00:43:33 each other.

00:43:34 Take a look at an ordinary apartment building.

00:43:37 There are elevators too.

00:43:38 The same people live in this house, transmitting the same germs when they touch the elevator

00:43:43 buttons.

00:43:44 Your body encounters these microbes often and quickly develops the needed protection.

00:43:49 But different people stay in hotels.

00:43:52 A guy from some African country can bring a bacterium that will be dangerous for a girl

00:43:56 from cold Norway.

00:43:58 Therefore, after you touch the button, wash your hands with a soap or disinfectant.

00:44:03 So the elevator opens its doors, and you walk towards your room.

00:44:08 Watch out!

00:44:09 There's another hot spot ahead.

00:44:11 See that door handle?

00:44:13 This area is another beloved playground for germs.

00:44:16 How many people have touched it before you?

00:44:19 How long has it been since it was washed?

00:44:21 Do you know why such a handle is more dangerous than a toilet seat?

00:44:26 Most of all, microbes accumulate on our fingers and palms.

00:44:30 When we don't wash them, we transfer a million bacteria from one place to another by touching

00:44:35 the surfaces of different objects.

00:44:38 So the best way is to touch the door handle with the same hand you used to press the button

00:44:43 in the elevator.

00:44:44 As soon as you enter the room, wash your hands.

00:44:48 The good news is that hotel staff clean bathrooms and toilets much better than the rest of the

00:44:52 room.

00:44:53 So you're a bit safer here.

00:44:55 But still, take a good look at the corners of the bathroom and the tiles.

00:45:00 If you see black spots somewhere, it means there's mold.

00:45:04 This thing can cause allergic reactions like runny nose and eye irritation.

00:45:09 Mold can be pretty dangerous, but hotel staff usually watch it closely.

00:45:13 So it's unlikely that there will be something like this in your room unless it's a cheap

00:45:18 hotel.

00:45:19 You don't stay there, do you?

00:45:20 Oh, by the way, did you know that toilet paper in a public toilet contains more germs than

00:45:26 the toilet lid?

00:45:28 You make a mistake if you cover the seat with pieces of that paper.

00:45:31 First, many people touch it, which means they transfer bacteria onto it.

00:45:36 Secondly, dirty little splashes get on the roll when someone flushes the toilet.

00:45:42 Germs feel more comfortable living on soft paper than on the hard surfaces of the toilet,

00:45:47 so don't put it on the seat.

00:45:49 But if you see a metal or plastic cover on the roll, you're lucky since the roll is

00:45:54 protected from germs.

00:45:56 Then after you've done your business and washed your hands thoroughly, you have two

00:46:01 options – wipe your hands with a paper towel or use a hand dryer.

00:46:06 It doesn't matter which you choose, both variants have a lot of germs.

00:46:10 But if you use the dryer, bacteria will fly all over the room, so better grab a towel.

00:46:16 Okay, you come out of the bathroom and find yourself in a danger zone.

00:46:21 Don't think that all germs there are harmless.

00:46:25 Some of the most common bacteria in hotels cause intestinal infections.

00:46:30 If you don't want to spend the rest of your vacation or business trip next to or on the

00:46:34 toilet, get ready to fight colonies of tiny parasites.

00:46:39 The first thing you need to do is wash those glasses and cups with soap.

00:46:43 Some travelers carry their own mugs with them, which is a good idea.

00:46:47 Then look around and ask yourself, which places do people touch the most?

00:46:52 These are the TV remote control, coffee machine, fridge, door handles, tables, hair dryer,

00:46:58 and windows.

00:46:59 But relax, you don't need to do the cleaning instead of the hotel staff.

00:47:04 It's enough to have wet wipes with a powerful disinfectant.

00:47:08 Wipe the surface of all these objects.

00:47:10 Perhaps you worry in vain, and the hotel carefully monitors how clean the rooms are.

00:47:16 Or you can tell the manager you want to have your room cleaned again.

00:47:20 So you've wiped all the surfaces and jumped into bed tired.

00:47:24 Unfortunately, you're not the only one to rest on that soft mattress.

00:47:29 You have a huge company of bacteria.

00:47:32 Of course, washing pillowcases and bed linen destroys germs, but what about the bed spread?

00:47:38 Most likely, nobody washes it.

00:47:40 Removing germs from the tissue is difficult, so you'll probably have to put up with it.

00:47:45 But the thing you shouldn't accept is bed bugs.

00:47:49 If you notice dark spots on your mattress, this is most likely the waste left by bed

00:47:54 bugs.

00:47:55 You're not hungry, are you?

00:47:56 I don't want to spoil your appetite.

00:47:58 The insects themselves can hide deep in the mattress.

00:48:01 They can sleep there for months and then wake up to satisfy their hunger.

00:48:06 While you're resting, they come out and bite your legs.

00:48:09 If you notice small red spots on your skin in the morning, then bed bugs have, well,

00:48:15 kissed you.

00:48:16 The bites of these beetles are not dangerous.

00:48:19 Some people may have a mild allergic reaction in the form of irritation on the skin.

00:48:24 But the problem is that some bed bugs can get into your clothes or things.

00:48:29 Then you'll bring them home.

00:48:30 These creatures multiply rapidly.

00:48:32 Therefore, if you don't want a colony of biting bugs in your house, then wash your

00:48:38 clothes, clean your luggage, and go to the shower.

00:48:41 But before that, ask the hotel manager to refund your money.

00:48:45 Because bed bugs are unex… by the way, even if the room is squeaky clean, it doesn't

00:48:50 mean there are no bed bugs in it.

00:48:52 Perhaps previous guests brought them.

00:48:55 So your bed has no black spots, and you've wiped all the dangerous surfaces.

00:49:00 That's it, you're safe!

00:49:02 But try to walk on the floor wearing slippers or thick socks, as the floor is also a source

00:49:07 of dirt.

00:49:08 You spend several nights in the hotel, and finally return to a clean and safe place – your

00:49:13 home.

00:49:15 Unfortunately, your house can also have many germs you don't see.

00:49:19 Do you like to have fun with friends and play video games?

00:49:22 Do you remember when the last time you cleaned the game pad was?

00:49:27 All your friends have held it in their hands, which means you've collected all of their

00:49:31 microbes there.

00:49:33 Your kitchen cutting board – how thoroughly do you wash it?

00:49:36 It's not enough just to splash it with water, especially if you cut meat and vegetables.

00:49:41 You can cut some squash, and its germs will stick to the surface.

00:49:46 Then you quickly wash the board and put it back in place.

00:49:49 But the germs haven't gone away – they're still firmly attached to the surface, waiting

00:49:53 for you to cut bread.

00:49:56 Then they'll jump onto the food and get into your stomach.

00:49:59 How's that appetite doing?

00:50:01 Still good?

00:50:02 Another dangerous place is a dish sponge.

00:50:05 Even if you use a good detergent, germs still accumulate there.

00:50:09 The best way to get rid of them is to change sponges once a week.

00:50:14 And now you'll see a paradise for bacteria – a place with an ideal cold temperature

00:50:19 and a lot of food, from fresh to spoiled.

00:50:22 Hey, it's your fridge!

00:50:24 There you put products that you bring from the supermarket.

00:50:27 Hundreds of people could touch them with their hands, leaving millions of germs.

00:50:31 Therefore, don't forget to wash your fridge often.

00:50:35 And also, keep any meat away from packaged products, because germs on a rare steak multiply

00:50:41 and spoil it quickly.

00:50:43 Well, perhaps you're too worried about your health now.

00:50:46 If so, then you should remember the words from the beginning of the video.

00:50:51 Let me quote, "You probably already know that Germans are everywhere."

00:50:55 Wait, that's not it…

00:50:57 Sorry.

00:50:58 Well, it's a nice Sunday afternoon and you're shopping at your regular grocery store when

00:51:03 you stumble upon a bloated package in the fresh produce aisle.

00:51:07 You check the product information.

00:51:09 It seems well within its expiration date.

00:51:12 Then, why the unusual shape, you may wonder?

00:51:16 The answer is not always straightforward.

00:51:18 For some types of fresh products, such as meat, fish, or seafood, sometimes even salads

00:51:23 and cheese, scientists came up with something called MAP or Modified Atmosphere Packaging.

00:51:30 To ensure that these types of products with a relatively short shelf life stay fresh for

00:51:35 as long as possible, a combination of gases is introduced in the packaging.

00:51:40 It happens even before the product reaches your local grocery store.

00:51:44 A French professor at the Montpelier School of Pharmacy stumbled upon this method after

00:51:49 he noticed that fruits tend to stay fresh for longer periods of time in low-oxygen storage

00:51:55 conditions.

00:51:56 The types of gases in MAP packaging can vary from product to product, but the main idea

00:52:01 is to replace or reduce the content of oxygen.

00:52:05 It's generally replaced with either nitrogen or carbon dioxide.

00:52:09 Keep in mind that just because a bloated bag of salad is within its expiration date, it

00:52:14 doesn't mean it's always safe to eat.

00:52:17 The gases inside the bag may very well be there for their own purpose, but they can

00:52:22 also be a sign that the product is spoiled.

00:52:25 That's why the best course of action when shopping would be to check if the product

00:52:29 is not expired.

00:52:30 If it's still within the date, check for any unusual odors or damage to the packaging.

00:52:36 If something seems off, it's best not to risk it.

00:52:39 You can reach out to any of the store staff if you have any questions or concerns.

00:52:44 Supermarkets these days have a layout which allows for a logical shopping order, like

00:52:49 buying non-perishable items first, then adding refrigerated or frozen products.

00:52:55 Fruits and vegetables should come last since you won't want them at the bottom of your

00:52:59 shopping cart.

00:53:00 Nobody likes a squished tomato.

00:53:02 While I'm on the subject of fruits and veggies, try to get them earlier in the morning if

00:53:07 possible.

00:53:08 Veggies that have been sitting out all day may lose some of their shape and texture,

00:53:13 while others may be a bit wilted away.

00:53:16 Quick tip on waste management, never buy more produce than you intend to use in a week.

00:53:21 Most fruits and vegetables don't even last that long, so it's best not to give in to

00:53:26 cravings.

00:53:27 Shopping on a full stomach might help with that as well, just as much as going shopping

00:53:31 with a pre-made list of things you need to buy.

00:53:34 Thoroughly inspecting the package of every product might save you some hustle later as

00:53:39 well.

00:53:41 Refrigerated products need to feel cold to the touch, whilst frozen ones need to be solid

00:53:46 and with no sign of leaking.

00:53:48 When you get home, make sure you refrigerate all the necessary items as soon as possible.

00:53:53 Generally, they shouldn't be out of the refrigerator for more than 2 hours.

00:53:57 Otherwise, their quality won't stay the same.

00:54:00 Buying potted herbs from the grocery store may not be the first thing on your list, but

00:54:05 it's surely something to consider.

00:54:07 Not only are they available for a fraction of the cost, but they're also easy to grow

00:54:11 and take care of.

00:54:13 Just picture a nice herb garden right there on your balcony or even in the kitchen.

00:54:17 Wouldn't that be nice?

00:54:19 You'll always have fresh basil to top a mouth-watering pasta dish.

00:54:24 Since you're still at the grocery store, pick up some coffee filters while you're at it.

00:54:28 You may not have a machine at home that actually uses filters, but there are a lot more things

00:54:33 you can use them for around the house.

00:54:35 They can be used for straining liquids, safely stacking delicate china in your cupboards,

00:54:40 or even polishing windows – or shoes, for that matter.

00:54:44 If your favorite fruits and vegetables are on sale, but buying large quantities would

00:54:48 mean they'd go to waste, consider freezing them.

00:54:51 You can stock up on items for smoothies, especially for the colder season when there are limited

00:54:56 options for fresh fruits.

00:54:58 And don't just grab the first thing on the shelf, especially if it's likely to go bad

00:55:03 quickly.

00:55:04 Grocers restock their produce following a first-in-first-out layout, so the items at

00:55:09 the back of the shelf will always be a tad bit fresher.

00:55:13 The same goes for tea if you prefer it to coffee.

00:55:16 Switch to buying loose-leaf tea, and you'll not only reduce the cost, you'll also be

00:55:20 able to make your own homemade tea blends.

00:55:24 Loose-leaf tea also has a stronger flavor than tea sold in tea bags.

00:55:28 As for the other household stuff, stock up on items such as light bulbs, paper towels,

00:55:33 or batteries.

00:55:34 Chances are you'll always be needing at least one of these items, so it's best to

00:55:38 buy them in larger quantities when on sale.

00:55:41 They never go to waste, and let's face it, it's always annoying when you run out of

00:55:46 batteries at home and your TV remote stops working.

00:55:50 Tell me about it!

00:55:51 Try to reduce the number of times you go to the grocery store to buy just one item.

00:55:56 It's inefficient, and most likely, you'll end up buying things that you don't actually

00:56:00 need.

00:56:01 Well that shopping list starts to make a lot more sense now, doesn't it?

00:56:06 Another list worth making – the one containing whatever you have in the fridge.

00:56:10 Try to create such a list at least twice a week.

00:56:13 Meal planning for at least a week in advance will also help you reduce impulse buying.

00:56:18 If you already know what you'll want for dinner on Wednesday, why add anything else

00:56:22 to the cart if it's unnecessary?

00:56:25 At the same time, start getting creative with your leftovers.

00:56:28 There's no need for them to go to waste when you can mix and match or add some additional

00:56:33 herbs and flavors to spice them up.

00:56:36 Store leftovers in transparent containers for added visibility, and don't be afraid

00:56:41 to set out a leftover day during the week.

00:56:44 It's also nice to look at them as ingredients rather than leftovers.

00:56:48 Use extra leftover pasta or steamed vegetables for a frittata or an omelette.

00:56:54 Blend together cooked vegetables with some tomatoes to create a pasta sauce.

00:56:59 Put together some wraps for the next day's lunch with anything from leftover cooked rice

00:57:03 to meat and vegetables.

00:57:05 Or if you're really looking for the easiest method to save leftovers, you can always turn

00:57:10 them into soup.

00:57:12 Last night's vegetable side dish can turn into a wholesome lunch if you simply add a

00:57:16 can of broth and blend it all together.

00:57:19 Even a 2-day-old loaf of bread can be salvaged if you cut it diagonally, sprinkle the slices

00:57:25 with some herbs and olive oil, and pop them in the oven for a couple of minutes.

00:57:30 You'll then have yourself some nice homemade croutons for that previously mentioned soup.

00:57:35 A little label know-how never hurt anyone either.

00:57:38 Be on the lookout for ingredients you've never heard of or those you can't pronounce.

00:57:43 An item that usually has more than 5 ingredients listed on the packaging should be avoided.

00:57:49 Even the way you carry your groceries in the supermarket can affect how and what you buy.

00:57:54 If you prefer baskets to shopping carts, you're more prone to impulse searches.

00:57:59 That's with a study published by the Journal of Marketing Research claims.

00:58:03 It happens due to the effort you put in actually carrying the items around.

00:58:08 Choosing a shopping cart will most likely make you comfortable enough to browse through

00:58:12 enough products and read labels thoroughly.

00:58:15 When your grocery list is not too big, go for the self-checkout aisle if available.

00:58:20 Studies have shown that impulse purchases are lowered by up to 32% if you actually scan

00:58:26 your own items on the way out.

00:58:28 That's because the regular checkout line is specially designed to keep you from letting

00:58:32 go of any items you might have reconsidered buying.

00:58:36 There's literally nowhere you can put down your undesired products, outside of your grocery

00:58:40 cart.

00:58:41 If there's anyone else waiting in line behind you, good luck sliding out.

00:58:46 The food arrangement on the shelves can also pose a threat to both your budget and your

00:58:50 habits.

00:58:52 Since people are more inclined to buy the items they see first, the most expensive products

00:58:57 are placed at eye level, and the budget options are placed on the top and bottom shelves.

00:59:02 Take your time and scan your aisles of interest.

00:59:05 You'll be surprised to see that most items placed on higher or lower shelves are often

00:59:11 not only more cost-effective, but also less packed with additives or artificial flavor.

00:59:16 Hey, be careful, it's a jungle in there!

00:59:23 You wake up in the middle of the night from the feeling as if someone's peering at you

00:59:27 from the darkness.

00:59:29 You open your eyes and see…

00:59:31 Oh, hi Biscuit!

00:59:33 It's your pet hamster that you took in just yesterday.

00:59:36 It's sitting right before you.

00:59:38 And there's something… primal about it.

00:59:42 Suddenly, the hamster stands up on its hind legs and howls like a wolf, only much higher,

00:59:49 like a whistle.

00:59:50 Then Biscuit scampers to the window, takes one last look at you, and jumps out into the

00:59:56 street.

00:59:57 What in the world was that?

01:00:00 Calm down, it's just that what you took for a hamster was really a werewolf mouse.

01:00:07 Or simply, grasshopper mouse.

01:00:09 It's a perfect hunter.

01:00:12 It's agile, quick, and doesn't feel pain.

01:00:16 The mouse lives in North America and doesn't like digging holes.

01:00:19 Why work if you can drive the owners out of their homes?

01:00:23 This cute ball of fuzz preys on grasshoppers, snakes, and spiders.

01:00:28 But most of all, it loves dangerous prey.

01:00:31 Arizona bark scorpions are extremely venomous, but our cutie here doesn't care.

01:00:37 Over millions of years of evolution, the rodent learned to process scorpion neurotoxins into

01:00:43 an energy drink.

01:00:45 The venom is, for this mouse, like 100 cups of coffee for you.

01:00:50 Plus, it helps you not feel pain.

01:00:53 The more venom in the mouse's body, the more it looks like a viking gone berserk.

01:00:59 After the battle, the rodent raises its head into the night sky and howls.

01:01:06 The sound is more like a whistle, but loud.

01:01:09 If the animal howled in the center of a soccer field, you'd hear it from the stands.

01:01:15 This way, the mouse makes itself known and tells everyone, "I'm in charge here, so don't

01:01:20 you dare cross me."

01:01:22 You don't believe?

01:01:23 Huh, ask the poor scorpion.

01:01:26 So when you woke up in your room, your mouse was singing a victory song.

01:01:31 It may have just chased away a poisonous insect that had infiltrated your room.

01:01:36 Nature took pity on humanity and made the grasshopper mouse small.

01:01:41 But if you see one close by, then get out of there quickly.

01:01:45 It means the werewolf mouse is hunting, and there's a scorpion somewhere near.

01:01:51 Mouse cubs, even in captivity, remain aggressive.

01:01:55 They're like the Spartan children of antiquity.

01:01:58 From the first days of life, they're ready to fight.

01:02:03 Imagine that you got a job in a company creating our planet.

01:02:07 You come to the office and your boss says, "Newbie, I need a project on a new animal

01:02:12 on my desk tonight."

01:02:14 Beside yourself, you tried a bit too hard, and the result was the platypus.

01:02:21 The animal is covered with soft fur, it's got a tail like a beaver's, flippers, and

01:02:26 a duck's bill.

01:02:28 The platypus lays eggs, but it feeds its young with milk.

01:02:33 You've got a crazy imagination.

01:02:35 Male platypuses have venomous spurs on their hind legs.

01:02:39 The venom isn't dangerous to humans, but you still better avoid petting the animal.

01:02:44 If it stings you with those spurs, then a week of severe pain is guaranteed.

01:02:51 What animal has the nastiest temperament on the planet?

01:02:55 That's easy, a honey badger.

01:02:57 Most of all, it resembles a skunk that visits the wrestling gym five times a week.

01:03:03 And it smells like that too.

01:03:05 The honey badger weighs as much as a two-year-old child, but it's not afraid of anyone.

01:03:11 It doesn't care who's confronting it, be it a venomous snake, two lions, or a pack of

01:03:16 hyenas.

01:03:17 It'll attack them and win.

01:03:21 You want honey?

01:03:22 No problem.

01:03:23 Befriend a badger, and it'll demolish a beehive for you.

01:03:28 It's not afraid of stings.

01:03:30 The honey badger has thick skin that's difficult to break through, and also sharp claws and

01:03:35 strong jaws.

01:03:37 The honey badger scares everyone in Africa, but it's got cousins in North America and

01:03:43 Eurasia.

01:03:44 Those guys have a bad temper too.

01:03:48 Although it's difficult to call it a giant, wolverines will not hesitate to attack a bear

01:03:53 or an elk.

01:03:54 The animal grows no larger than a medium-sized dog.

01:03:59 If you offended it, then I don't envy you.

01:04:02 It's hardy, knows how to swim, and is a fast runner.

01:04:06 Wide paws are like snowshoes and don't allow it to fall into the snow.

01:04:11 You can't hide from a wolverine on a tree either.

01:04:14 It climbs with uncanny agility.

01:04:18 The wombat is a cute animal that resembles a fluffy bear.

01:04:22 It's stocky and weighs as much as a German shepherd.

01:04:26 The wombat lives in Australia, where it digs deep holes and has the most original protection

01:04:31 in the world.

01:04:33 If the enemy tries to get into its underground house, the wombat blocks the entrance with

01:04:38 its, um, backside.

01:04:41 This part of the body consists of four fused bones.

01:04:44 For a wombat, it's sort of a shield, and it's difficult for a predator to bite through it.

01:04:50 The animal is peaceful, but it has poor eyesight and, well, it isn't very smart.

01:04:56 If it thinks you're posing a threat, it will attack.

01:05:02 The Indian gray mongoose is a real champion when it comes to fighting cobras.

01:05:07 During the fight, it's beautiful and dances so fast that the snake doesn't have time to

01:05:12 react to tricks.

01:05:14 The cobra gets tired and decides to run away as soon as possible.

01:05:19 The animal is protected from cobra fangs by its thick fur and immunity to cobra venom.

01:05:26 Mongooses are relatives of cats and are popular pets in India.

01:05:30 The animals love to sit on their owner's lap but retain a wild character.

01:05:36 In nature, mongooses rarely attack people, but if cornered, they become unpredictable.

01:05:44 Nobody knows how many rats there are on the planet exactly, but at least twice as many

01:05:49 as us humans.

01:05:51 These are amazing animals that can laugh, dream, and feel stress.

01:05:56 They live in packs and can hunt prey dozens of times larger than themselves.

01:06:02 Scientists have found rat bite marks on the ribs of dinosaurs that are 75 million years

01:06:07 old.

01:06:09 They also have kings.

01:06:11 They don't wear crowns, though.

01:06:13 It's the name for several rats whose tails are tied in a knot.

01:06:17 The largest king ever recorded consisted of 32 animals.

01:06:23 Possums have been around since the days of the dinosaurs.

01:06:27 Their acting skills helped them survive to this day.

01:06:31 As soon as danger appears nearby, this hero rarely rushes into the fray, but it doesn't

01:06:36 run away either.

01:06:38 It falls to the ground and starts, well, playing possum.

01:06:42 It doesn't move at all and even slows down its breath and heartbeat.

01:06:46 I'm sure this animal deserves an Oscar.

01:06:50 For realism, this actor releases a scent.

01:06:53 It's so bad that predators would rather stay hungry than approach a possum.

01:06:59 The animal has no control over its acting ability.

01:07:02 It's a natural response to stress.

01:07:05 Possums aren't aggressive, but if cornered, they growl.

01:07:09 Their fur stands on end, and they show their teeth.

01:07:12 Small, but razor sharp.

01:07:16 You won't call the solenodon a nice guy.

01:07:19 You can recognize it by red hair, a Pinocchio nose, and a hairless long tail.

01:07:25 It's got sharp teeth, and special glands in its mouth make its saliva toxic.

01:07:30 Surprisingly, the animal has no immunity against its own venom.

01:07:35 That's why it's really careful while grooming.

01:07:39 Solenodons are aggressive by nature.

01:07:41 If it gets bored, it gets angry, grunts like a pig, and can lunge at anyone in the vicinity.

01:07:47 Luckily, its toxic saliva isn't harmful to humans.

01:07:52 The pygmy jerboa is the smallest rodent on Earth.

01:07:56 It looks like a baby kangaroo, and weighs a little more than a penny.

01:08:01 The largest is the capybara, and it's difficult to look at without a smile.

01:08:07 But this isn't the limit.

01:08:10 Millions of years ago, a rodent the size of an African buffalo lived on the planet.

01:08:15 Fulbirrames ate plants and resembled both a hippo and an overgrown guinea pig at the

01:08:21 same time.

01:08:22 Now, the next animal would easily win the first prize for the most unusual rodent on

01:08:28 the planet.

01:08:29 This monster is a naked mole rat.

01:08:32 And yes, it's naked and lives underground.

01:08:36 Its appearance is too much, even for a rodent.

01:08:40 Most of all, the mole rat looks like a sausage from a horror movie.

01:08:44 But that's not the point.

01:08:46 On average, a rodent of this size lives for 2-3 years.

01:08:51 Naked mole rats live in the wild for 30 years.

01:08:54 Imagine if people could live to be a thousand years old!

01:08:58 For a rodent, 30 is pretty much the same.

01:09:02 Scientists believe that perhaps this unsightly digger will help humanity solve the problem

01:09:07 of aging.

01:09:09 One family can have up to 300 naked mole rats.

01:09:13 On the concrete hard African soil, they dig cities the size of six football fields.

01:09:20 People don't meet these rats.

01:09:21 They rarely come to the surface and drink no water.

01:09:25 These rodents get moisture from plant roots.

01:09:30 If for some reason you ever, you know, decide to wake up a sleeping giant panda or cuddle

01:09:35 it, just remember that's a bad idea.

01:09:39 Even fearless big cats like snow leopards are wary of bothering pandas in the wild.

01:09:45 The ones you see in the zoo might not be that active, but they still have a massive jaw

01:09:49 that can deliver a powerful bite.

01:09:52 Their huge false thumb lets them get a good grip on their enemies.

01:09:57 The most misleading thing about the leopard seal is its mouth, which always appears to

01:10:02 be smiling.

01:10:04 But they're actually rather aggressive animals and effective lone hunters.

01:10:08 They like to play cat and mouse with their food, which includes penguins, fish, squid,

01:10:13 and even smaller seals.

01:10:15 Not so long ago, a leopard seal even dragged a marine biologist deep underwater.

01:10:20 Hey, stop playing with your food!

01:10:24 Ant eaters feed on insects, citrus fruit, and avocados.

01:10:28 Watch out!

01:10:29 They have no teeth, poor vision, and bad hearing.

01:10:33 Sounds kinda like my Uncle Rudy.

01:10:34 They aren't aggressive and stay away from people.

01:10:37 But if humans walk on their trails, ant eaters can turn fierce and may fight.

01:10:43 They get on their hind legs, use their tails for balance, and attack with their claws that

01:10:48 are strong enough to hurt a jaguar or a land rover.

01:10:52 Fluffy alpacas may seem warm-hearted, but they still have ways of defending themselves.

01:10:58 They can spit up to 10 feet, and you don't want that stuff getting in your eyes because

01:11:03 it contains stomach acid, along with chewed up grass.

01:11:07 They can bite with their sharp fighting teeth that are at the back of their mouths, and

01:11:11 they have soft toes to give enemies a good kick.

01:11:14 They can't really do more damage than you might get in a fight with a child, but it's

01:11:19 best not to upset 'em.

01:11:22 There are three things that bring out the nasty side of a Tasmanian devil – when there's

01:11:26 a predator nearby, when they're competing for a mate, and when they're protecting

01:11:30 their meal.

01:11:32 Also Bugs Bunny, but that's a cartoon.

01:11:35 These guys normally feed on insects, birds, frogs, and fish, and they like scavenging

01:11:40 more than hunting.

01:11:41 But if you intrude upon their home for any reason, be prepared for a painful bite.

01:11:47 Their teeth are strong enough to eat through bones.

01:11:51 Elephants are so clever that they understand the feelings of other elephants, and they

01:11:55 even try to help each other.

01:11:57 They can also take revenge on people who upset them.

01:12:00 Elephants sometimes block roads and show up in the villages of people who have been mean

01:12:04 to them.

01:12:05 Male elephants get especially aggressive when fighting over females.

01:12:09 Watch out for those huge feet – they can really do some damage.

01:12:13 Better pack your trunk!

01:12:16 Pufferfish can inflate to several times their normal size to protect themselves against

01:12:20 predators.

01:12:21 Hey, my brother-in-law can do that too!

01:12:23 Just kidding.

01:12:25 Most animals shouldn't try eating them anyways.

01:12:27 There's enough poison inside them to finish off 30 people, and there's no antidote.

01:12:33 So if it's just you, you'll need to invite some friends along to spread out the poison.

01:12:38 Nah, I just made that up.

01:12:41 Swans tend to see humans as the biggest danger to their homes and families.

01:12:46 Male swans get especially aggressive during the spring nesting season from April to June.

01:12:51 When kayakers, rowers, or anglers get too close to their nests, swans start hissing

01:12:57 and flapping their wings.

01:12:59 If you don't pay attention to these warning signs, the swan might even try to flip your

01:13:03 boat over.

01:13:05 Dolphins are the only species on the planet, apart from humans, that can take another creature's

01:13:10 life for no logical reason.

01:13:13 Males sometimes attack female dolphins or even baby ones, and they don't do it for

01:13:18 food.

01:13:19 If an angry dolphin chases you, you have no chance of out-swimming it.

01:13:23 They can move at 22 miles per hour.

01:13:26 The top speed of Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps is only 6 miles per hour, so he can't help

01:13:31 you.

01:13:33 Slow lorises are the only venomous primates in the world.

01:13:37 They carry poison in their elbows.

01:13:39 It's transferred to their mouths during grooming to protect their babies.

01:13:43 Plus, they scare off predators like pythons and eagle hawks using special markings that

01:13:48 show how fearsome they are.

01:13:51 If a slow loris bites a person who ends up on its territory or annoys it, the result

01:13:56 can be rashes, anaphylactic shock, or, you know, even worse.

01:14:02 Despite their massive weight and clumsy bodies, hippos can run much faster than people.

01:14:08 And they have much sharper teeth.

01:14:10 If you get in their way on their trip to the watering hole, their aggression kicks in.

01:14:14 Before they attack you, though, they'll give you some warning signs.

01:14:18 If you see a hippo yawn or make a sound like a laugh, it means it's about to get mad.

01:14:24 Well, that's rather confusing, isn't it?

01:14:28 Blue-ringed octopuses are really tiny, but their venom is a thousand times stronger than

01:14:33 cyanide.

01:14:35 They normally use it to hunt shrimp, crabs, and small fish.

01:14:38 If this creature feels threatened, it'll flash its blue rings as a warning.

01:14:43 If you don't pay attention, it may bite you.

01:14:46 You might not notice the bite itself, but minutes later, you'll definitely notice

01:14:50 the symptoms – nausea, numbness, and even the loss of your senses and motor skills.

01:14:56 So pay attention down there!

01:14:59 Geographic cone snails are a seriously dangerous critter.

01:15:03 They puncture their victims with a tooth that's like a harpoon, and then inject their venom.

01:15:09 If a small cone attacks you, it'll just feel like a bee sting.

01:15:13 If you're unlucky enough to meet a larger one, though, it could cause numbing, swelling,

01:15:18 muscle paralysis, changes to your vision, and even breathing difficulties.

01:15:24 Canada geese have been living close to humans for years, but they're still wary of us

01:15:28 getting near their homes, especially during the spring mating season.

01:15:33 At this time, the male geese can chase and bite people that seem like a threat to their

01:15:37 mates, eggs, or babies.

01:15:40 If you want to avoid being attacked by this seriously angry bird, the best thing you can

01:15:44 do is just slowly back away.

01:15:49 Squirrels have a lot of enemies, both in the wild and in cities.

01:15:53 Their superpower against all of them is their speed and agility.

01:15:57 Most of the time, it's completely safe to go near them, but they can still be unpredictable

01:16:01 like any wild animal.

01:16:03 They go on biting sprees occasionally, and watch out – they carry infections like rabies.

01:16:09 You're more likely to go after your pets or kids, but they can also bite adults.

01:16:14 So to play it safe, always walk behind your pets or kids to use them as decoys.

01:16:20 Of course I'm kidding!

01:16:22 If you ever see a kangaroo get up on its hind legs, back off!

01:16:27 This is their way of warning you that they think you're a threat to their females or

01:16:31 their food.

01:16:32 They are real pros at boxing with each other, and they have really long legs and sharp claws.

01:16:39 Kangaroos jump into the air to give extra force to their kicks, which are powerful enough

01:16:43 to break bones.

01:16:46 A platypus doesn't have teeth, and it mainly eats insects and shellfish.

01:16:50 It's one of only two mammals that lay eggs.

01:16:54 But these strange things can still do you harm.

01:16:57 Male platypuses have sharp spurs hidden on the heels of their hind feet.

01:17:02 There's venom in these spurs that's strong enough to take down a dog.

01:17:07 Koalas get most of their hydration from eating eucalyptus leaves, and they get all the protection

01:17:12 they need from their sharp teeth and claws.

01:17:15 When a koala scratches someone that wants to cuddle them a little too hard, they can

01:17:20 pass on some unpleasant infections.

01:17:25 Raccoons can easily adapt to any environment, including your backyard.

01:17:29 They rarely attack humans directly, but can damage your property and make you sick.

01:17:34 They'll go anywhere to get some food, from trash cans to bird nests, and this is where

01:17:40 they can catch a lot of different infections.

01:17:43 Apart from disease, raccoons can give humans nasty wounds that take a long time to heal.

01:17:50 When it thinks you're threatening its dam, a beaver will start slapping the water with

01:17:54 its tail as a warning sign.

01:17:57 If you ignore it, it'll try to use its sharp teeth against you to protect its family.

01:18:02 So it's better to just leave it to beaver.

01:18:05 Hey, there's a special knife you can use to protect yourself against attack called

01:18:09 a beaver cleaver.

01:18:10 No, wait, that's an old TV show.

01:18:14 Otters spend a lot of their time swimming on their backs, and they don't care about

01:18:17 cleaning up after themselves.

01:18:20 That's why they leave behind bits of fish that attract insects carrying diseases.

01:18:25 Apart from being so messy, they also have powerful teeth that can be used against any

01:18:30 unwanted visitor.

01:18:33 Cassowaries are the most dangerous birds on the planet.

01:18:36 One of these can weigh as much as an adult person, and it has long, powerful legs and

01:18:41 sharp claws.

01:18:42 They can chase after you at 30 mph.

01:18:45 Luckily enough, they try to avoid fights.

01:18:48 But if you don't want to be the target of their karate moves, keep a safe distance and

01:18:53 don't provoke them.

01:18:55 Got that?

01:18:56 Good.

01:18:57 When you think of the world's most dangerous bird, as I do sometimes, eagles or vultures

01:19:04 may come to your mind.

01:19:06 Surprisingly, these awkward cassowaries may cause way more damage than the other more

01:19:11 notorious angry birds I first mentioned.

01:19:15 The largest cassowary species may be as tall as an average person and weighing as much.

01:19:20 These plump birds can't fly, but neither can you.

01:19:24 Plus, they run fast, so don't you try to escape from them.

01:19:28 They can reach you even in water since they're great swimmers.

01:19:31 They can run as fast as 30 mph, so you might need a getaway car if there's a cassowary

01:19:37 who's mad at you.

01:19:38 But don't worry, their attacks are quite rare anyways.

01:19:43 Mute swans are gorgeous, graceful creatures.

01:19:47 At least that's what we all think.

01:19:49 But touching one of these 28-pound birds is a bad idea.

01:19:54 They have bony spurs in their wings that they use to take enemies out.

01:19:58 Their wingspan is about 8 feet, and they can slap you with all of that.

01:20:02 And they also bite.

01:20:04 Don't ever get too close to one.

01:20:06 They regularly go after humans, especially if the bird has younglings nearby.

01:20:12 And don't let the name fool you either, they aren't mute.

01:20:15 Swans can hiss loudly and even bark.

01:20:18 Good warning signs that you're encroaching a bit too close.

01:20:24 Humans and magpies have always had weird almost love-hate relationships.

01:20:29 These medium-sized birdies can be pretty aggressive at times, but if you treat them well, you'll

01:20:35 probably become friends.

01:20:37 They can recognize human faces, and they're sure to come back to your balcony if you treat

01:20:41 them to something yummy.

01:20:44 If you offend a magpie, they're gonna remember that too and bear some grudges.

01:20:48 So keep an eye on your eye.

01:20:51 Pardon the pun.

01:20:54 Pelicans are symbols of love, and they say they're ready to sacrifice their own life

01:20:58 to protect their offspring.

01:21:00 Ah, now it's clear why they can swallow the entire prey without even chewing it or tearing

01:21:05 it.

01:21:06 You just don't want to go near their nest.

01:21:09 Sure, you're not a tiny fish and pelican beaks are too small for a human being, but

01:21:14 you don't want to be bitten now, do you?

01:21:17 Okay, this one's gonna frighten you only with its name.

01:21:21 A shoobill stork is an impressively large bird up to 5 feet, just below the average

01:21:27 human height.

01:21:29 No wonder they can fight a crocodile.

01:21:31 Alright a baby crocodile, but they need only their super-powerful jaw to win in one hit.

01:21:38 Still not afraid?

01:21:39 Well, they make blood-chilling noises, as if you were in some action blockbuster movie.

01:21:47 If you think these cowardly ostriches don't pose any danger, you got it wrong.

01:21:52 Twice.

01:21:53 First, they actually don't shove their heads in the sand, it's an optical illusion.

01:21:57 And yeah, how are they even supposed to breathe in the sand?

01:22:01 Second, these guys are kinda overprotective parents, so if you ever want to approach their

01:22:06 young, these heavyweight beasts who can run as fast as a car within city limits are gonna

01:22:11 come for you.

01:22:13 Not scared yet?

01:22:14 Welp, you should be.

01:22:16 Ostriches are the closest living relatives to T-Rex, together with chickens.

01:22:23 Watsins look quite harmless, except for their foul smell, but that's another story.

01:22:28 But their babies have notorious wings.

01:22:31 The chick's flappers have two distinct claws that are multipurpose.

01:22:37 First they are a sort of protection against predators, and second, they help them climb

01:22:41 trees in case the baby's out of the nest.

01:22:45 Once they grow up, the claws disappear just like milk teeth.

01:22:50 Size doesn't matter at times.

01:22:53 If you were a hummingbird, you'd have to eat almost 300 pounds of food per day to maintain

01:22:58 normal weight with that little bird's metabolism.

01:23:02 But the lifespan would be way shorter too – only about 3-5 years.

01:23:09 If you dye your hair, you probably have more in common with a bearded vulture than you

01:23:13 might think.

01:23:14 We're probably the only two species in the world who use dye on purpose.

01:23:20 Vultures dye their feathers with red soil to show their dominance over other birds.

01:23:25 But people, well, we just like changes.

01:23:30 California condors may not be as large as an aircraft, but they're huge anyways.

01:23:36 Their wingspan is almost 10 feet.

01:23:38 These are potentially dangerous for people, but chances that you ever meet them are slim

01:23:42 – there are only about 200 of them left in the US.

01:23:48 Here you are, looking for something yummy in the fridge, but you just can't see what

01:23:52 you really want.

01:23:53 If you were a Bashin' Thrust, you'd break wind at the fridge.

01:23:58 Sounds gross, but that's apparently the way these birdies look for hiding worms.

01:24:02 They give them a gas attack, so the worms get shocked and yippee!

01:24:07 They are now an easy target for a Bashin' Thrush.

01:24:10 Hold your nose and bon appetit!

01:24:14 Okay enough of those funky stories, let's look at the skies.

01:24:17 You wouldn't expect a poisonous bird on this list, but alas, I present to you the

01:24:22 hooded pittahooie.

01:24:25 Scientists found out they were poisonous when they kept experiencing numbness and a burning

01:24:29 sensation after handling these birds.

01:24:32 There are lots of toxins in their feathers, especially on the underside.

01:24:36 The birds don't produce toxins themselves – they probably get them from the beetles

01:24:40 they eat.

01:24:42 Or how about the spur-winged goose?

01:24:44 These guys are notorious for being toxic too.

01:24:48 And the toxicity comes from munching on blister beetles.

01:24:52 It's safe to touch them, but eating one can lead to irreversible consequences.

01:24:58 The toxin remains even after cooking.

01:25:01 Another bird you don't want to eat is a common quail.

01:25:05 Don't mix it up with a Japanese quail, which is usually kept as poultry.

01:25:10 Common quails can be really poisonous, leading to even such dreadful consequences as kidney

01:25:15 failure.

01:25:16 It all depends on the certain plants this bird eats.

01:25:19 Good news – it's only poisonous during the migration period, but it's yummy and

01:25:24 safe outside the migration.

01:25:27 If you're not quite sure, it's better to avoid this one on your plate unless you

01:25:31 want some muscle soreness.

01:25:33 If you spot a cute fluffy snowy owl, you better close your eyes and run.

01:25:39 They might look innocent, but in fact they have razor-sharp talents which they know perfectly

01:25:44 how to use.

01:25:45 They point them at the most vulnerable parts, like head, eyes, you got it.

01:25:51 Do not mess with a snowy owl.

01:25:54 One more species you don't want to contact is the little shrike thrush.

01:25:58 Say that a few times fast – shrike thrush.

01:26:01 Just look at this tiny birdie and its innocent eyes.

01:26:05 And don't let 'em fool you.

01:26:06 Remember the way they look and never touch them.

01:26:09 They're as poisonous as notorious Central and South American dart frogs.

01:26:15 Blue-capped ifrita may be tiny, but it has a toxic mechanism that makes this small birdie

01:26:20 invincible.

01:26:21 They eat only certain types of beetles that provide this bird with special toxins.

01:26:27 Even if you touch it, you'll probably get numb as a result of intoxication.

01:26:31 It's inedible since the toxins don't disappear even when it's cooked.

01:26:37 Golden eagles are the powerlifters in the bird's world.

01:26:40 They can carry weights up to 4 pounds.

01:26:43 They pick up tortoises and other prey easily.

01:26:46 These mighty birds are strong enough to steal a toddler, but they actually never do that.

01:26:52 Moreover, in Mongolia, people even use these eagles to hunt wolves.

01:26:58 Canada geese have been living close to humans for years.

01:27:01 But they're still wary of us getting near their homes, especially in the spring mating

01:27:06 season.

01:27:07 At this time, the geese can chase and bite people they consider a threat to their eggs,

01:27:11 mates, or babies.

01:27:13 If you want to avoid being attacked by these seriously angry birds, the best thing you

01:27:18 can do is just slowly back away.

01:27:22 Romantic seagulls in the sky don't seem to cause many problems.

01:27:26 The worst thing they can do is leave you some unwanted droppings.

01:27:30 Well, this impression is pretty misleading because these birds are very aggressive.

01:27:36 Like all of their kind, they don't attack because they feel like doing so.

01:27:39 So the rule is quite simple – just don't touch those birds and stay away from their

01:27:45 nests.

01:27:46 Oh, and when the time machine is finally invented, be especially careful with the birds from

01:27:52 the past.

01:27:54 Velociraptors are long past existing just like the rest of the dinosaurs.

01:27:58 They had talons and feathers, so these guys were actual birds and not scaly lizards.

01:28:04 By the way, these are the stiletto-sharp talons you should be afraid of.

01:28:09 These could cut anything.

01:28:11 Beware if you go into the future too – you never know what's waiting for you over there!

01:28:20 The holiday spirit comes with holiday decorations.

01:28:23 Sparkling lights, garlands, and snow globes are all part of it.

01:28:27 Our furry friends like to play with them too.

01:28:30 But did you know that this stuff has some hidden dangers?

01:28:33 Let's take a closer look at pet safety tips in your household, both during holiday times

01:28:39 and any other time of the year.

01:28:43 Number 1 is tinsel.

01:28:45 It's a go-to option to spread a celebration vibe.

01:28:49 Tinsel is also known to spread all over the place.

01:28:52 You might have noticed this if you trimmed a tree with it.

01:28:55 Pets, especially cats, love such decorations.

01:28:59 Yet, if they eat a piece of tinsel, it can cause intestinal problems, not to mention

01:29:05 emotional effects.

01:29:06 The consequences can cost a lot money-wise too.

01:29:10 Surgery to remove a foreign object can cost hundreds of dollars.

01:29:13 Don't underestimate the appeal of a shiny object in the room, and keep your eye on your

01:29:18 pets.

01:29:21 Number 2 is decorative lights.

01:29:24 Once you're done, you put them in the box, and they spend the whole year there, tangled.

01:29:29 When you open the box next year, you'll have a hard time untangling them.

01:29:34 But while you're unpacking, your pets can eat the lights or get an electric shock.

01:29:39 To avoid this, you can bundle up loose cords with protective plastic covers and hang the

01:29:44 lights in places your pets can't easily reach.

01:29:49 Some people have a snow globe collection.

01:29:52 They get these balls as souvenirs from tourist places they go to.

01:29:56 Others take them out of a box with holiday decorations at certain times of the year.

01:30:00 These fragile things can easily break.

01:30:03 Don't ask me how I know this.

01:30:05 Some snow globes contain ingredients that are hazardous not only to pets but also to

01:30:10 younger family members.

01:30:11 Numerous veterinary sources are full of the same warning.

01:30:15 Keep your pets away from snow globes.

01:30:18 That being said, the liquid inside snow globes might not be just pure water.

01:30:23 It often contains 2% ethylene glycol, and it turns out it has a sweet smell that can

01:30:29 lure pets to taste it.

01:30:33 Number four is about Christmas trees and how they can turn into pet-friendly decor.

01:30:38 Vets say that artificial trees and garlands can be safer than real ones.

01:30:43 These trees don't carry the outdoor scent with them, so smell-wise, they don't attract

01:30:47 your pets that much.

01:30:49 Here, the important part is not to buy a flocked or snow-covered artificial tree.

01:30:55 These sprinkles, again, can be harmful to pets.

01:30:59 If you're not into buying artificial trees, you can attach a fishing line to the tree

01:31:03 and hang it on the ceiling to stabilize it.

01:31:06 As for the water for the tree, your pet might want to taste it.

01:31:10 It's best not to add aspirin or other things to this water.

01:31:14 You can cover the reservoir with foil to keep your animals away.

01:31:18 Lastly, you can temporarily put a large water bowl in the same room as the tree.

01:31:23 If your pet gets thirsty, they can go to their bowl instead of the reservoir.

01:31:28 You can consider putting a barrier in front of the tree to make it less accessible.

01:31:32 Ah, but some cats are wild.

01:31:34 They'll just take it as a challenge, and they'll easily get over most obstacles.

01:31:38 Yet, most of them don't want to bother with double-sided sticky tape.

01:31:43 You can try that.

01:31:45 When I talked about snow globes, it included magnets, too.

01:31:49 I wonder whether magnets can be dangerous for pets.

01:31:52 We use them for various purposes in our homes.

01:31:55 For starters, with their help, we showcase our photos or notes on the fridge door.

01:32:00 Our four-pawed friends can easily get their paws on it.

01:32:04 These fridge magnets might not be as harmful as so-called rare earth magnets, though.

01:32:09 Neodymium magnets, for example, are the real danger.

01:32:13 These kinds of magnets are very powerful.

01:32:15 If you accidentally pinch your body parts, they can injure you.

01:32:19 Imagine these magnets as warriors.

01:32:22 When they get too close to each other, they can strike with a super force to chip and

01:32:26 shatter regular magnets.

01:32:28 You wouldn't want that type of magnet near your pets or little members of your family.

01:32:33 Rare earth magnets are normally used in stuff like hard disks, locks for doors, or headphones.

01:32:39 But they're also used as toys.

01:32:42 These magnets aren't especially toxic.

01:32:44 So if your dog accidentally eats one of them, the magnet may leave its body in a natural

01:32:50 way.

01:32:51 But what if it eats two super powerful magnets?

01:32:54 I don't want to get into the details of this scenario.

01:32:57 The intestines loop back and forth in the abdomen.

01:32:59 And if these magnets get too close to each other, yeah.

01:33:04 Apparently, pennies made later than 1982 are also hazardous.

01:33:09 They contain high levels of zinc.

01:33:11 You might think, isn't zinc an essential mineral for our body?

01:33:15 Yes, for growth, wound healing, and many more aspects.

01:33:18 Yet, the body needs a small amount of zinc.

01:33:22 Too much can cause poisoning.

01:33:24 Zinc is found in many metal objects, such as bolts, zippers, and jewelry.

01:33:30 If you live in the US, you should know that pennies minted after 1982 have zinc cores

01:33:35 covered in copper plating.

01:33:37 One of the most common causes of zinc poisoning in pets is these pennies.

01:33:44 Household plants and flower bouquets can also be dangerous.

01:33:47 Let's say you have a bouquet of tulips that you want to keep.

01:33:50 And your cat looks so funny trying to push the vase off the table.

01:33:54 You shouldn't let curiosity get the best of your cat.

01:33:57 Aloe vera, daphne, daylily, oh, the list is long.

01:34:02 The moral of the story is, kittens are curious and shouldn't eat plants or flowers because

01:34:07 they can be toxic for their fluffy bodies.

01:34:11 The next one is batteries.

01:34:14 The acidic material inside them can leak if they get blasted.

01:34:18 Imagine your dog chewing them accidentally.

01:34:21 Severe consequences and immediate surgery would be the next step.

01:34:24 When I say batteries, I also mean stuff like remotes, watches, and hearing aids.

01:34:30 They're also powered by batteries.

01:34:33 The next item on the list is food.

01:34:36 Yeah, I know how hard it can be sometimes to eat while your pet gives you the look.

01:34:41 I want to taste that too, give me a bite, human, please.

01:34:44 Okay, allow me to explain the dangers so that you can resist the temptation to share your

01:34:49 food with your bestie.

01:34:53 Avocado is toxic to birds and rabbits.

01:34:56 Apple seeds and almonds are bad for hamsters.

01:34:59 One myth is that rabbits eat lettuce.

01:35:02 But in reality, you shouldn't include some types of lettuce in their diet.

01:35:06 For example, iceberg lettuce.

01:35:08 It contains lactocarium.

01:35:10 It can be harmful if your animal eats too much of it.

01:35:14 Another myth is that cats should drink milk.

01:35:16 Nope, cow's milk is not good for cats because, surprise, most cats are lactose intolerant.

01:35:23 Chocolate, garlic, grapes, and raisins can also be dangerous to pets.

01:35:30 How toxic something is depends on several factors, like the species of your pet and

01:35:35 how much of the potentially harmful thing the animal has eaten.

01:35:39 At the end of the day, you know your pet better than anyone.

01:35:42 You probably already know how long it takes them to visit their litter box or how it smells.

01:35:47 So always be prepared.

01:35:49 Watch your pet's behavior.

01:35:51 Do they have a decreased appetite?

01:35:53 It's best to play it safe.

01:35:55 When I say pets, I picture animals like dogs, cats, and hamsters.

01:36:00 But some people have exotic pets, such as bears, owls, or crocodiles.

01:36:06 The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries believes that 5,000 tigers are held by people

01:36:11 in the United States alone.

01:36:14 This number includes zoos, but the majority of them live with private owners.

01:36:19 Mountain lions are also commonly seen among exotic pets.

01:36:23 Maybe this is why from time to time, we encounter news telling us that something went wrong

01:36:28 with private owners of wild animals.

01:36:32 Do you have a pet?

01:36:33 If you do, what's their name?

01:36:35 Why not let us know in the comments.

01:36:38 Bzzz… ouch!

01:36:40 There's hardly a person who's never been stung by a bee.

01:36:43 It's definitely not a pleasant feeling.

01:36:46 But bees aren't normally angry creatures.

01:36:49 You probably just scared the little guy.

01:36:51 These insects are super important for pollination.

01:36:54 Their existence is one of the main reasons why our plants keep growing.

01:36:58 Bees only sting when they feel threatened.

01:37:01 If you get stung, it might mean you've come too close to them, or more importantly, that

01:37:06 you've come too close to their hive.

01:37:08 Each hive can hold between 50,000 to 80,000 honeybees.

01:37:13 Just like us humans, bees do everything to protect their home.

01:37:17 But instead of alarms and complicated security systems, they use their stingers to ward off

01:37:22 enemies.

01:37:23 When honeybees sting, they release something called a pheromone.

01:37:28 Pheromones are chemical substances that affect the behavior of animals of the same species.

01:37:33 If one bee charges at you, the pheromones are likely to stir up all nearby bees, and

01:37:38 they will readily join in.

01:37:40 That's one meeting you'll definitely want to avoid.

01:37:43 Here's a fun fact.

01:37:44 It's only female bees that can sting.

01:37:48 Larger male drone bees don't even have stingers.

01:37:50 This is because the stinger is basically a modified egg-laying device.

01:37:55 Queen bees also have stingers.

01:37:58 These bees are bigger than the average worker.

01:38:00 The queen has an average size of just under one inch.

01:38:04 It's about twice the size of your regular worker bee.

01:38:07 Because of its large size, many people think that the queen bees' sting hurts the most.

01:38:12 So let's dive into it.

01:38:15 First of all, queen bees rarely sting because of their job in the hive.

01:38:19 The queen is the most important bee in the colony, as it's the only female that can reproduce.

01:38:25 The queen has two main jobs in the hive.

01:38:28 Number one, she produces chemical scents that help unify the rest of the bees so they can

01:38:32 work together.

01:38:34 Number two, she lays a lot of eggs, up to 2,000 a day.

01:38:39 The queen is surrounded by worker bees, who meet her every need at all times.

01:38:44 They give her food.

01:38:45 The attendant workers also collect and then distribute the queen's pheromones, which stops

01:38:50 the workers from finding a new queen.

01:38:52 But despite being the head of the hive and being much bigger than other bees, the queen's

01:38:57 sting is actually the least painful.

01:39:00 This is because regular bees have barbed stingers.

01:39:04 This means that when they attack, the stinger gets stuck in your skin, making it really

01:39:08 difficult to remove.

01:39:10 The stinger also contains nasty venom that's packed with proteins.

01:39:15 That's what causes the pain and affects your immune system and skin cells.

01:39:19 The stinger continues to pump venom into your body for more than 10 minutes or until it

01:39:24 gets removed.

01:39:26 But unlike workers, queen bees leave the hive very rarely.

01:39:30 Their main job is to lay eggs, and it's down to the rest of the colony to protect the hive

01:39:34 and the queen.

01:39:36 That's why worker bees are the ones with the most powerful sting.

01:39:39 This is how they can ward off potential dangers.

01:39:42 The only reason the queen would really need to defend herself is against rival queens.

01:39:48 Because of this, the queen has no need to develop a nasty stinger.

01:39:52 Hers is instead a lot smoother.

01:39:54 This means that the barbs don't get stuck in your skin, which can be mega uncomfortable.

01:39:59 While this might sound good, it does come with a bit of bad news.

01:40:04 Because of the smoothness of its stinger, the queen can jab you multiple times.

01:40:09 The stinger is attached to the bee's digestive tract, nerves, and muscles, all of which are

01:40:14 essential for the bee to function normally.

01:40:17 When workers sting, they're unable to pull their stinger out because of the barbs.

01:40:21 And when they try to get free, it doesn't end well for them.

01:40:25 But the queen's stinger doesn't get stuck.

01:40:28 That's why the bee doesn't feel any negative consequences.

01:40:32 And still, she'll basically only sting you if she doesn't have one of her bodyguards

01:40:36 nearby, which is highly unlikely.

01:40:39 So what's the worst place to be stung by a bee?

01:40:42 A man called Michael Smith decided to find out.

01:40:46 He got stung on 25 different body parts and rated each prick on a pain scale between 1

01:40:52 and 10.

01:40:53 He found out that the most tender area was the nostrils, scoring a 9 out of 10, followed

01:40:59 by the upper lip, which he estimated as an 8.7.

01:41:03 The three least painful locations were the skull, middle toe tip, and upper arm.

01:41:09 All of these scored a 2.3.

01:41:11 But moving back to the queen.

01:41:13 How does a regular bee gain this title?

01:41:16 The queen bee rarely needs replacing, as she can live for a whopping five years.

01:41:20 At the same time, a worker bee born in the summer usually only survives for about six

01:41:26 weeks.

01:41:27 But if the queen passes away or moves to another hive, the colony needs to replace her.

01:41:33 Doing this requires something called royal jelly, which "nurse" bees produce in their

01:41:38 heads.

01:41:39 They feed it to newly hatched honeybee larvae.

01:41:42 It's basically a superfood that contains loads of useful stuff, including vitamin B, proteins,

01:41:48 hormones, and sugars.

01:41:50 After feeding baby bees for three days, workers select just a few larvae and continue giving

01:41:55 them the royal jelly.

01:41:57 The others will have a less nutritional diet.

01:41:59 The royal jelly triggers new phases of development for these growing bees.

01:42:03 And one of the most important is growing special organs they need to lay eggs.

01:42:08 But people still don't fully understand how this process works.

01:42:12 Some scientists say that it's not the royal jelly itself that causes a bee to turn into

01:42:16 a queen.

01:42:17 They think it's the exclusion of other natural plant-based chemicals from the queen's diet.

01:42:23 But even though we aren't 100% sure how these special bees appear, we do know why there's

01:42:28 just one queen in the end.

01:42:30 When the first queen emerges, she searches for the other bees who've been fed the same

01:42:35 royal jelly.

01:42:36 And then she wipes out the competition.

01:42:39 If several queens emerge at the same time, it's time to grab your popcorn.

01:42:43 They'll "Hunger Games" it out in a dramatic fight until only one remains.

01:42:49 And that's how bees get their queen.

01:42:51 Other bees in the hive also have important jobs.

01:42:54 These include foraging for food, tending to young larvae, and building a honeycomb.

01:43:00 Drones, or male bees, have one singular job.

01:43:04 They mate with the queen.

01:43:05 And when they're not trying to mate, they eat from honey reserves and do pretty much

01:43:10 nothing.

01:43:11 Female bees, or worker bees, do everything else.

01:43:15 They keep the hive clean, take care of larvae, tend to the queen, store honey, build cells,

01:43:21 forage, guard the nest, pollinate, and even feed male bees.

01:43:25 Each bee knows exactly what job to do.

01:43:28 That's because their specific hormones activate parts of their genetic makeup that tell them

01:43:33 what needs to be done and when it needs to be done.

01:43:36 Bees have four job phases in their lifetime.

01:43:39 Phase one starts about three weeks after they get born.

01:43:42 That's when they get to work cleaning the cells from which they've emerged.

01:43:46 Three days later, they enter phase two.

01:43:49 In this phase, they're in charge of feeding other bees.

01:43:52 This lasts for about a week.

01:43:54 Then they enter phase three.

01:43:56 They move further away from the hive's center and become handy helpers.

01:44:00 They build the honeycomb and guard the hive's entrance.

01:44:04 This period also lasts for around a week.

01:44:07 After that, they enter the fourth and final phase, the foraging stage.

01:44:12 It's definitely the most dangerous part of our stripy friend's lives.

01:44:16 This is where they leave the nest, look for pollen, bring it home, and feed the colony.

01:44:21 They also leave a stinky "footprint" on the flowers they touch when collecting pollen.

01:44:26 This way, they can figure out if their bee relatives have been here or if it's been a

01:44:31 stranger.

01:44:32 Sometimes they discover their own footprints.

01:44:35 Unbelievable!

01:44:37 This phase doesn't last very long, though.

01:44:39 Only around ten days, as it makes bees super tired.

01:44:43 After such a short life where they work nonstop, worker bees then leave the hive to never return.

01:44:50 At the same time, if a worker passes away inside the hive, special "undertaker" bees

01:44:55 carry this bee out.

01:44:57 But while bees' lives may be short, this pattern seems to be working out quite well for the

01:45:02 species.

01:45:03 After all, they've been around for over a whopping 130 million years!

01:45:08 And counting!

01:45:09 Who do you think will win?

01:45:12 A hungry grizzly or a ripe berry?

01:45:14 An angry tiger or a beautiful flower?

01:45:17 A huge python or a green bush?

01:45:20 The answer's not so obvious.

01:45:22 Now you'll see who really controls the jungle and forests.

01:45:26 Meet the most dangerous plants on Earth!

01:45:30 This is the water hemlock.

01:45:32 It grows in North America in swampy areas of fields and meadows.

01:45:36 Also, you can find this plant on the shores of rivers and streams.

01:45:40 It seems harmless, but it's one of the most poisonous plants in the U.S.

01:45:45 Water hemlock toxins can cause critical damage to an adult in 15 minutes, but only if you

01:45:51 swallow it.

01:45:52 Many people mistakenly confuse it with artichoke, celery, and anise.

01:45:57 Despite the dangerous poison, water hemlock is used to cure migraines and intestinal diseases.

01:46:04 This plant has caused a lot of damage to livestock.

01:46:07 White snake root grows in fields and pastures.

01:46:10 When a cow bites it, the plant releases a fat-soluble toxin.

01:46:15 This poison gets not only inside the animal, but also into the milk.

01:46:20 Young calves who drink the milk also become infected.

01:46:24 Poisoned milk is also dangerous for people.

01:46:27 The problem is that this plant, native to North America, is one of the longest-lived

01:46:32 autumn flowers.

01:46:34 Now in modern farms, the poison of this plant is not so dangerous, but on small private

01:46:39 pastures, white snake root is the number one danger.

01:46:44 We all know two kinds of beans, the ones we eat and the ones that Jack used to get to

01:46:50 the realm of giants.

01:46:51 In addition to them, there are poisonous ones.

01:46:55 These are called castor beans.

01:46:57 They contain one of the most dangerous toxins in the world, ricin.

01:47:01 As soon as it enters your body, it blocks the production of proteins necessary for life.

01:47:07 Without these proteins, your cells stop functioning.

01:47:10 The more cells are destroyed, the more your body suffers.

01:47:14 The castor bean releases ricin when squeezed.

01:47:17 Several beans can cause dehydration, weakness, hallucinations, seizures, and other problems.

01:47:24 About seven beans are enough to cause critical damage.

01:47:27 So remember what they look like and never touch them if you see them in the woods.

01:47:33 One of the most beautiful plants on the planet is also one of the most dangerous.

01:47:38 This is oleander.

01:47:40 Everything is poisonous in it, the stem, the root, and the pink flower.

01:47:45 Even a tiny piece of this plant can lead to severe poisoning.

01:47:49 It doesn't need to get inside your stomach to create severe problems.

01:47:53 Just a little touch to the juice of the flower causes allergies.

01:47:57 And don't try to burn it, as the smoke of a burning oleander has toxic effects too.

01:48:03 And now, the most dangerous plant in the world.

01:48:07 One touch of it will hurt you for several years, or you may feel the consequences all

01:48:12 your life.

01:48:13 The gimpy gimpy plant.

01:48:15 Also called the Queensland stinger, looks like an ordinary burdock bush.

01:48:20 It doesn't look like anything poisonous at all.

01:48:23 But if you stand next to this plant, you'll feel suffocation and watery eyes.

01:48:28 There are thousands of tiny poisonous hairs on the leaves of this flower.

01:48:33 They're so light, they can hang in the air and spread by the wind.

01:48:37 So you should put on a gas mask if you want to look at the plant.

01:48:41 But if you lightly touch gimpy gimpy, you're in big trouble.

01:48:45 Some compare one gimpy gimpy sting to 30 wasp stings at the same time.

01:48:52 Poisonous hairs easily penetrate under your skin and cause irritation and pain.

01:48:57 The problem is that you can't pull them out.

01:49:00 Wash with soap and water, use some disinfecting ointment, and you'll see that the situation

01:49:06 is only worsening.

01:49:07 The hairs can't be pulled out of there.

01:49:09 They sit there, releasing toxins and driving you crazy.

01:49:14 There's no antidote because scientists still don't know what components the toxin consists

01:49:19 of.

01:49:20 It can withstand cold and hot temperatures.

01:49:23 Unpleasant sensations can last for several hours, days, or even months.

01:49:29 People who touched the plant said that the pain from the sting returned even after a

01:49:33 few years.

01:49:36 But if it's impossible to get rid of the hairs, then the only way out is to wait for them

01:49:40 to lose their toxicity.

01:49:43 But there's another problem here.

01:49:45 You can tear off one gimpy gimpy leaf with gloves and put it in the laboratory, dry it,

01:49:50 and forget about it for a few years.

01:49:53 And here it lies in front of you, a withered, almost destroyed leaf.

01:49:57 It seems harmless, but it's not.

01:50:00 Even after many years, the poisonous hairs remain on the leaf's surface and still cause

01:50:05 toxin effects.

01:50:08 Gimpy gimpy only grows in Australia.

01:50:11 It loves the sun and dense green forests.

01:50:14 It used to pose a severe danger to tourists and loggers.

01:50:17 But now, all places with this plant are marked with a warning sign.

01:50:21 At botanical exhibitions, scientists put this plant in a cage so people wouldn't touch it.

01:50:29 Rosary peas can be white seeds with a black eye or black seeds with a white eye.

01:50:34 You can find these plants in Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Ocean region.

01:50:40 Some species were transported to Florida and Hawaii by people.

01:50:44 You could encounter this plant even on city streets.

01:50:47 Rosary pea seeds are used in jewelry and some toys.

01:50:52 People who wear rosary pea bracelets probably don't know about its seeds' toxicity.

01:50:57 Rosary peas, as well as the castor bean, contribute to the destruction of cells.

01:51:03 Interestingly, rosary pea seeds are used not only as decorations but also for healing certain

01:51:09 health conditions.

01:51:11 This is the only poisonous plant from the list that looks poisonous.

01:51:15 You probably won't want to pick it up when you notice it.

01:51:18 See this red stem that looks more like an artery or an enlarged nervous system?

01:51:23 And those berries are similar to eyes.

01:51:26 Doll's eye looks a little creepy.

01:51:28 Their internal structure is also as unpleasant as their appearance.

01:51:33 Doll's eye has a dangerous toxin.

01:51:36 The longer they grow, the more poisonous their composition gets.

01:51:40 Doll's eye chemicals have a sedative effect on muscles and hearts.

01:51:44 This means that your body relaxes so much that it stops working.

01:51:50 You've probably seen this plant in reality or wildlife movies.

01:51:54 Venus flytraps are rare representatives of carnivorous plants.

01:51:58 Fortunately, they're not as dangerous for humans as for insects.

01:52:03 But in any case, you shouldn't stick your finger in them.

01:52:07 So here's how they work.

01:52:09 The plant opens its mouth.

01:52:11 There's a red petal with a fragrant smell in its middle.

01:52:14 It's a decoy.

01:52:15 A fly or some beetle notices this and decides to try it.

01:52:20 They climb inside the flower.

01:52:22 But the Venus flytrap doesn't immediately get closed.

01:52:26 Tiny sensitive hairs inside the plant count the movements of the fly.

01:52:30 If the fly has made more than two movements within 20 seconds, the plant closes its mouth

01:52:36 in less than a second.

01:52:38 This interval prevents the Venus flytrap from needlessly slamming when some garbage lands

01:52:43 there.

01:52:44 Then the fly becomes trapped.

01:52:46 The bristles on the plant's jaws work like a cage.

01:52:50 Prey cannot escape.

01:52:52 Then the Venus flytrap injects digestive juice into its mouth, which destroys the fly.

01:52:58 Five to 12 days later, the plant opens again and waits for a new lunch.

01:53:03 The Venus flytrap can eat flies, beetles, spiders, and even little frogs.

01:53:10 Giant hogweed causes the most extensive damage among all plants.

01:53:14 It's dangerous not specifically for one person, but for entire forests and fields.

01:53:20 Giant hogweed is an invasive plant.

01:53:23 It's like a parasite.

01:53:24 It multiplies quickly and destroys all other flowers in the area.

01:53:29 Insects don't feed on giant hogweed.

01:53:32 It's also problematic for people to destroy it, since giant hogweed causes an allergic

01:53:37 reaction on the skin.

01:53:39 It grows quickly, it's immune to poisons, and lives long.

01:53:44 Giant hogweed can reach the height of a one-story house and be deeply rooted in the ground.

01:53:50 It releases its seeds, and a light breeze spreads them for miles.

01:53:55 Scientists still can't create an effective way to combat it.

01:53:58 There's nothing that can defeat giant hogweed in nature.

01:54:01 Well, not yet.

01:54:03 Nature and evolution always find a balance.

01:54:07 Do you know how to behave with strangers and what to say to them to keep yourself safe?

01:54:15 Here are some tips.

01:54:16 Check if you know them all.

01:54:19 You're on vacation and traveling solo.

01:54:21 There's a long line of people waiting to check in at the hotel.

01:54:25 It's your turn, finally, and the inexperienced receptionist happily announces that your room

01:54:29 number will be 3-2-1.

01:54:32 I know you're tired and can't wait to get into the room, but for your safety, ask the

01:54:36 receptionist to give you a new room and write the number on a piece of paper this time.

01:54:41 No one in that line needs to know where you'll be staying.

01:54:47 Before entering the hotel room, make sure there's no one in the hallway.

01:54:50 Lock the door the second you get inside.

01:54:53 Before going to sleep, put some things in front of the door.

01:54:56 If someone gets inside the room at night, they'll fall and wake you up.

01:55:02 If someone in the hotel lobby asks you if you're traveling alone, always tell them,

01:55:06 "No, I'm with friends."

01:55:08 The same rule works for planes, trains, and any other transportation.

01:55:12 You never know if your fellow passenger is asking that out of curiosity to have a chat

01:55:17 or if they have something mean in mind.

01:55:20 When someone asks if you're staying at that hotel, don't rush to answer, "Sure!"

01:55:25 Instead, tell them you're waiting for a friend or colleague.

01:55:29 If you ever need directions and someone offers to walk you to the place, politely reject

01:55:34 that offer.

01:55:35 "I know how to get there."

01:55:36 All they have to do is point you in the right direction.

01:55:39 You never know where a stranger might take you if you blindly follow them.

01:55:45 If a stranger asks, "Where are you staying?"

01:55:47 Avoid the answer or give them some popular hotel name, like Hilton.

01:55:52 Those hotels are everywhere.

01:55:54 If you want or have to be more honest with them, narrow down the area you're staying

01:55:58 in but never mention the exact hotel name.

01:56:01 If a passerby gets too interested in you and won't leave, act weirdly.

01:56:05 Pretend you don't speak their language, even if you just did like two minutes ago.

01:56:09 Make weird faces or start singing.

01:56:12 The more attention you draw to yourself, the better.

01:56:15 No one will do anything to a person everyone is staring at.

01:56:21 When planning your travels, try to avoid arriving at a new place when it's dark outside.

01:56:26 It's always easier to find your hotel in the light of day when there are more transfer

01:56:30 options and people around.

01:56:33 You'll feel more secure and save some cash.

01:56:37 Speaking of cash, I guess we all know the good old trick of hiding it in your underwear,

01:56:41 money belt, or other accessories.

01:56:43 But always make sure to have at least some money in a dummy wallet.

01:56:48 If the worst happens and someone wants it, you can always throw it at them to not make

01:56:52 them angry because you have nothing to give them.

01:56:55 When ordering food, you don't have to give them your real name.

01:56:58 If you feel uncomfortable inventing a fake name for yourself, just say it's for someone

01:57:02 else and use some common name.

01:57:08 If you ever have to give your address at a crowded pharmacy or the store, say "Sign

01:57:12 up for a loyalty program."

01:57:14 Never say it out loud.

01:57:16 Whisper it or write it on paper so strangers don't hear it.

01:57:21 You've just finished some successful shopping.

01:57:23 You return to the most empty and dark parking lot at the mall and get in your car.

01:57:28 Wait, is that a jacket on your windshield?

01:57:31 You decide to get it off.

01:57:33 Stop right there.

01:57:34 This is a trick bad guys use to get in and drive away in your vehicle.

01:57:38 Let security know about it and ask them to escort you to the car and wait until you go

01:57:43 away safely.

01:57:49 The same trick works with flat tires.

01:57:51 If you notice it after a visit to your favorite store or restaurant, go back in and ask someone

01:57:56 to help you.

01:57:58 If you approach your car alone, someone might come up to you and offer help.

01:58:02 And that someone will most likely be the person to blame for your flat tire.

01:58:09 When you exit your workplace, no matter if it's a small store or an office, never answer

01:58:13 the question about your working hours directly.

01:58:17 Tell whoever is wondering they aren't fixed and the manager decides about them.

01:58:22 And if someone is wondering if you're working alone, always tell them there's someone else

01:58:26 in the back.

01:58:28 Did you enjoy making up secret languages and code words as a child?

01:58:32 You can now use this skill for your safety.

01:58:35 Agree about a secret phrase with your family or close friends to share if you can't talk

01:58:39 or text usually.

01:58:41 No worries, I'm going on an adventure.

01:58:44 Could stand for "Send help ASAP".

01:58:47 You can take this life-saving game to the next level and decipher the name of the highway

01:58:51 you're on or the mall where you got in the car with someone you no longer feel comfortable

01:58:56 about.

01:58:59 Knowing some basic self-defense techniques never hurts, even if you hopefully never get

01:59:04 to use them.

01:59:05 Remember, the most vulnerable spots to aim for are the eyes, the nose, the jaw, the Adam's

01:59:11 apple in the front of the neck, the solar plexus just below the ribs, the knee, and

01:59:16 the instep.

01:59:20 If you ever have to share an elevator ride with a stranger, stand with your back to the

01:59:24 buttons panel.

01:59:25 This way, they won't be able to stop it between the floors.

01:59:30 Never check in on any social media when you arrive at your restaurant, hotel, or new mall.

01:59:35 Do it after you leave.

01:59:36 Your friends will be just as excited or jealous, whatever you're aiming for.

01:59:40 And you'll protect yourself from digital stalkers.

01:59:43 Those people can track down anyone, especially if you have a public account.

01:59:48 If you don't feel comfortable living alone in your new area, make it look like you actually

01:59:52 don't.

01:59:53 Put a couple of pairs of slippers of different sizes on the outside doorstep.

01:59:57 This way, whoever is interested will get the idea several people live inside.

02:00:04 Get to know your neighbors.

02:00:06 You may or may not end up making new friends, but at least you'll have some people who know

02:00:10 you and will react if they notice some suspicious action around your house or apartment.

02:00:16 Once you see you can trust them, you can also let them know when and how long you're leaving

02:00:20 your home.

02:00:23 Check the lighting in your building.

02:00:25 Let maintenance staff know about any dark spots or missing light bulbs in the hallways.

02:00:30 Parking lots, storage rooms, mail rooms, stairwells, and other common areas need proper lighting

02:00:35 to avoid dangerous situations.

02:00:40 When you're walking home alone, resist the urge to play some music in your headphones

02:00:44 or call someone to feel safe while talking to them.

02:00:48 When you're on the phone, you're more distracted, without peripheral vision, and with only one

02:00:52 hand to protect yourself if you have to.

02:00:55 Imagine someone is following you in the street.

02:00:58 You cross the street and they do the same.

02:01:00 You get off the busy road and they do the same again.

02:01:04 Don't get too far from the main road.

02:01:06 Stop and pretend you've forgotten something.

02:01:08 Pat your pockets.

02:01:09 Act like you're looking for something, say, your wallet.

02:01:12 Don't pretend to be looking for the phone.

02:01:14 The stalker might believe you don't have it and get their hopes up.

02:01:21 Start walking in the opposite direction.

02:01:23 It's unlikely they'll want to follow you into a busy street.

02:01:27 Plus, if you're acting as good, they might lose interest in you since you don't have

02:01:31 money.

02:01:33 Try walking into the first coffee shop you see.

02:01:35 Head straight to the bathroom and wait for 5 to 10 minutes.

02:01:38 If the stalker is still there, ask staff members for help when you walk out.

02:01:46 If you have to wait for public transport when it's dark, try to stay near other people who

02:01:50 are also waiting.

02:01:52 If there's not one, stay inside some building in a well-lit area until your transport arrives.

02:01:58 When the bus is finally there, look around.

02:02:00 If someone is acting weird or seems suspicious, let the driver know.

02:02:04 Since there probably won't be a lot of passengers, don't go to the farthest corner of the bus.

02:02:09 Stay closer to the driver to ask for help if you have to.

02:02:31 The peace sign first became popular about 70 years ago.

02:02:35 Back then, no one could've imagined it could cost you all your precious personal data.

02:02:40 Nowadays, you can use your fingerprint to unlock your smartphone, tablet, and laptop.

02:02:45 If someone can get your fingerprint, they can get access to… basically everything.

02:02:51 Japanese researchers managed to scan and copy fingerprints from a photo taken about 9 feet

02:02:57 away.

02:02:58 Normal quality, fingerprints in focus, and some good lighting.

02:03:01 That's all it takes, apparently.

02:03:03 The better the image quality, the easier it is.

02:03:06 So if you have one of the latest phones, you're in a high-risk zone.

02:03:11 Any old 3D-printed finger won't unlock a phone, though.

02:03:15 Most newer models have fingerprint readers with tiny electrical circuits.

02:03:19 When they come into contact with the ridges on your real fingers, they recreate your fingerprint

02:03:24 pattern.

02:03:25 Human skin is conductive, and 3D printer ink isn't.

02:03:29 But scientists found a way around it.

02:03:31 They used an Inkjet 2D printer, conductive ink with tiny metallic particles in it, and

02:03:37 regular paper.

02:03:38 And it worked.

02:03:40 Your fingerprint data is really valuable because it's more vulnerable than any password you

02:03:45 might have.

02:03:46 If something weird happens, like you get a suspicious email or text, you can just change

02:03:51 any password you want in a few minutes.

02:03:54 But you can't exactly download a new fingerprint.

02:03:57 How would that even work?

02:03:59 When someone gets access to your fingerprint, there's big money involved.

02:04:03 Unfortunately, it's your money.

02:04:05 Cyber bad guys can get rich off that kind of data.

02:04:09 You probably use your thumb to log into apps, including your banking ones.

02:04:13 That's your money and personal info, up for grabs to the highest bidder.

02:04:18 If someone gets access to your health records, they can order expensive equipment in your

02:04:23 name and resell it later.

02:04:25 Or they can just go to the doctor or dentist for free.

02:04:28 The good news is, scientists are on it.

02:04:31 They've invented a clear sticker that has a fake finger vein pattern imprinted on it.

02:04:36 It'll stop people from stealing your identity, but still let you use your fingerprint to

02:04:41 unlock your gadgets.

02:04:42 It's still a work in progress, though.

02:04:45 Another option is called "liveness detection."

02:04:48 After your phone reads your fingerprint, it asks you to nod, wink, or smile.

02:04:53 That way, the phone knows the fingerprint's attached to you, a real person.

02:04:57 There's no way to fake that.

02:05:00 If you rock the peace sign every chance you get, you might want to come up with a new

02:05:03 signature move.

02:05:05 That's the hang loose, the double thumbs up, and that awesome one where you put your

02:05:10 chin between your thumb and your index finger.

02:05:13 Or just keep it up, but disable the fingerprint reader on your phone.

02:05:17 If you choose to do that, you'll need to be 10 times more careful about your passwords.

02:05:22 Get creative when you answer those security questions – the ones they ask you when you

02:05:26 forget your password.

02:05:28 If someone's after your data, they can easily find out the name of your elementary school,

02:05:33 your mother's maiden name, your favorite food or pet.

02:05:36 Don't make it so easy.

02:05:38 You can write your answers in backwards, or just give funny wrong answers that you'll

02:05:42 easily remember.

02:05:44 Just in general, share as little information about yourself as you can online.

02:05:49 In case you have your pet's name as a password, 1) change it.

02:05:53 2) If you have to keep it, don't share pics of your pet's collar and name tag.

02:05:59 The best passwords are, and always will be, random mixtures of letters and numbers.

02:06:04 You can also use a password manager to create a stronger password.

02:06:08 If your bank or insurance company asks you to provide some additional personal information

02:06:12 by email, double-check with them.

02:06:15 Call them, ask them if they really need it.

02:06:18 Read the email carefully.

02:06:20 Fake ones often have spelling or grammar mistakes, even if the email address seems pretty legit.

02:06:26 When you're putting in your payment data to buy something online, make sure there's

02:06:30 a padlock symbol before the webpage address.

02:06:33 That means it's protected from any bad guys out there.

02:06:37 Don't share your full date of birth on social media.

02:06:40 And watch out for those online quizzes that make their way around the Internet.

02:06:44 They don't really need to know where you went to school.

02:06:47 Post photos that have your boarding pass, password, driver's license, credit card,

02:06:53 or anything else with personal information on it.

02:06:56 Even if it's just casually lying there in the background, bad guys can zoom in on it.

02:07:01 If you don't want the rest of the world to know your exact address, turn off the location

02:07:06 function in your camera settings on your phone.

02:07:09 If you really want to keep the location info to organize your photos better, you can manually

02:07:14 remove the geotag from photos you want to post online.

02:07:18 On an iPhone, select one or several photos to post and tap the Share button.

02:07:23 Then choose Options at the top of the screen.

02:07:26 Toggle off the All Photos data in the next screen that opens.

02:07:30 On a Mac, open Photos, then General Preferences.

02:07:34 Uncheck the Include location information for published items.

02:07:38 On an Android, open Gallery.

02:07:40 Select the picture you want to take the geotag off and swipe up on it.

02:07:45 Choose Edit, then tap the red minus thing next to the location.

02:07:49 Then save the changes.

02:07:51 Be careful when you're shopping online during your morning commute to work.

02:07:55 Especially if you're driving!

02:07:56 Actually, just don't do that.

02:07:58 But if you're on a bus or a train, try to position your screen in such a way that no

02:08:03 one but you can see it.

02:08:05 You don't want a sneaky neighbor to peep over your shoulder and copy your password,

02:08:10 credit card details, or shipping address.

02:08:12 You can get a special privacy screen protector just to be on the safe side.

02:08:17 Don't make any bank transactions while you're using public Wi-Fi.

02:08:21 When the network is unsecured, or if the website is unencrypted, you risk all that data going

02:08:27 to someone else on the same network.

02:08:29 They can even log in with your account.

02:08:32 Disable push notifications on your phone, or at least limit what you can see on the

02:08:37 lock screen.

02:08:38 The name of the app that sent it is enough.

02:08:40 Otherwise, when you leave your phone for a moment in a public place or at work, someone

02:08:45 can get access to your data.

02:08:47 They won't even have to unlock your phone to read the message or notifications.

02:08:52 Never submit your confidential information over the phone.

02:08:56 You could have malware on it that's recording everything you say or sending your data off

02:09:00 somewhere.

02:09:02 If your phone's working slower than it used to, and you have apps on it you don't remember

02:09:06 installing, it might have been tampered with.

02:09:09 Malware can also make it onto your phone when you install an app that's not from the official

02:09:14 app store.

02:09:15 When an app asks you for permission to access every part of your phone, that's another

02:09:19 sign it might not be trustworthy.

02:09:22 One form of "vishing" or "voice phishing" is when someone pretends to be a representative

02:09:27 over the phone and asks you to provide your data.

02:09:31 Always check with your bank, hospital, or whoever they're pretending to be.

02:09:36 The real bank or hospital usually won't ask you for sensitive stuff over the phone.

02:09:41 You might also get a robocall that asks you to contact some phone number to claim a prize.

02:09:46 The recording might say you can press a certain button to stop receiving calls from this number.

02:09:52 Ignore it.

02:09:53 You'll just sign yourself up for more robocalls because they'll know you're a real person.

02:09:59 Some bad guys that practice vishing are after your voice.

02:10:03 It's as unique as your fingerprint, iris, or DNA.

02:10:06 A simple "yes" or "I'm listening" can help them generate a sample of your voice.

02:10:12 If they get that and some other data from you, they can access more personal data and

02:10:17 even pretend to be you over the phone.

02:10:20 There are programs nicknamed "Photoshop for Voice" that can change a recording of

02:10:24 your voice into something you never really said.

02:10:28 So the best thing you can do is hang up without saying a word.

02:10:32 When you try to delete something online, you gotta make sure it really gets deleted.

02:10:37 There are websites that let you see your long-since-deleted Facebook account with all those old pics you'd

02:10:44 rather not share anymore.

02:10:46 So if you're searching for evidence of eternal life, well, there you go!

02:10:52 That's it for today!

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