Crystal Balls Make Scientists Doubt This Leonardo da Vinci's Work

People photographed Salvator Mundi's painting that was on display. This painting is doubtful because the crystal ball brought by Jesus Christ does not deflect light.(Jerome Favre/EPA)

Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece invites intellectual debate because it is thought to give rise to a bizarre puzzle.
Salvator Mundi (World Savior) will be auctioned at Christie, New York, with an estimated price of 100 million US dollars
n the painting, Jesus Christ is portrayed in Renaissance attire and is blessing the world with His right hand. While his left hand holds a crystal ball.

Well, the debate is a study conducted by writer Leonardo da Vinci: the Biography, Walter Isaacson.
In his explanation, as The Guardian reported, Isaacson wondered why a Da Vinci known as a painter, scientist, inventor, and engineer did not include the scientific elements in his paintings.
Isaacson criticized the portion of the painting showing Jesus holding the crystal ball.
According to him, the mistake made by Da Vinci is that he does not take into account the optical distortion of the crystal ball.
If the lay eye sees through a crystal ball, it should be that both the hand and the line on Jesus' blue cloak seem to turn because of the refraction of light.

However, the painting shows no optical distortion between the hands of Jesus and his cloak.
"Leonardo painted the ball as if the ball was transparent so it did not cause any light," Isaacson said.
This is the irony Isaacson said.
For, in 1506-1513, the moment when Da Vinci completed Salvator Mundi, the artist from Firenze was interested in optical and light studies.
This, as quoted in The Guardian, made some circles begin to doubt the authenticity of the paintings that restored the London National Gallery in 2011.

Frank Zoellner, an expert from the University of Leipzig, Germany, said in 2013 that Salvator Mundi was "the work of Da Vinci's disciple, or perhaps the person who admired him."
British ArtWatch Director Michael Daley said wisely that Salvator Mundi was an empty, flat, can not explain anything, and Jesus' being "cut off haphazardly."
Responding to questions about the authenticity, Christie's Auctioneers say, if Da Vinci follows optical rules, then the background of his paintings should be distorted.
"Da Vinci's painting is known for its mystery and ambiguity," said Christie's official statement.

"In our opinion, he deliberately did not include optical distortion because it would disturb the object behind him," Christie continued.

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These the Facts, Prove the Difficultness of Being Japanese

The Japanese are famous for their culture of discipline and tenacity. But apart from all that, there are many colors in the lives of Japanese people that may not exist in other countries.

Because Japan is an advanced country, we sometimes think that living in Japan is fun. But you know, most Japanese actually live under pressure because of their work and social status.

Living in Japan is not as easy as you think. If you want to be Japanese, maybe you should be prepared to accept these hard lives

1. They hide the sadness behind the smile

We know that the Japanese smile is sweet, specially the girls. Well any smile Japanese girl can make men melt. But that does not mean they are happy. Most Japanese like to show smiles even though their hearts are sad.

Since children, the Japanese have been taught not to undermine social harmony with their moods.

2. Working hours are very solid

Speaking of the most congested hours of work, definitely the number one Japanese numbered. Yes, the average Japanese spend 12-15 hours of their lives in the office. Their co-workers are like second families.
Sadly again in Japan there is a term called karoshi, a death caused by overwork.

3. Street in Japan do not have names, just numbers only

In Japan, when describing a location, the order is this: prefectures, towns, districts, sections, houses, and apartments. The first three options are named, while the other three are not named alias using numbers only. So it would be very difficult to find someone's home in Japan.

4. Hikikomori

7% of Japan's population is hikikomori, which means someone rejects social life and prefers to be alone. People like this rarely have a job and they live just relying on the livelihood of his family. Some hikikomori isolated for years and even tens of years.

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10 Things Banned In North Korea

10. Religion

In North Korea, the practice of religion is restricted.
Most North Koreans are Atheist. Government regulations in North Korea has the right to regulate religion what should be embraced by its citizens. In 2013, 80 people were executed as a result of violating one of the rules in North Korea that is to have a Bible

9. Traveling aboard

By the North Korean government, traveling abroad is a severe form of criminal activity. They were caught leaving their country, will be arrested and get a severe punishment. Penalties can be increased more severe for those caught crossing into south korea.

8. Comunicate with people aboard

if you Want to communicate with friends or family abroad is allowed in any country. But not if you are North Korean. In addition to drinking alcoholic beverages, adult movies should not be allowed, and should not travel abroad, North Koreans also have to endure not to communicate with people outside of North Korea.
It is very difficult to imagine if we are forbidden to contact friends or family living abroad, but that is what North Koreans feel. For those who are caught making contact with outsiders, the reward is death penalty. In 2007, a man was shot dead in the stadium after being caught several times doing long distance communication.

7. Listening to music

When get bored, one way to get rid of boredom is to listen a music. Listening to music is known to help improve the mood so it can move happier. Perhaps of all the above mentioned things, the craziest regulation made by North Korea is a regulation that prohibits its citizens from listening to music.
Call it Justin Bieber, Sam Smith, Bruno Mars, and Taylor Swift, North Koreans can not listen to the songs sung by them. Perhaps you think it is because North Korea is in conflict with America, but the songs that can be played and heard in North Korea are only songs that praise their president Kim Jong-Un.

6. Watching Television

The craziest rules that exist in North Korea, are forbidden to watch television freely. North Korea is known to have only 3 television channels to watch. Of course, all three channels are already controlled by North Korean government, which only shows impressions that show how great the North Korean president is.
It is sad indeed to remember we can freely watch the channels we like while in North Korea can only watch 3 channels. A few years ago, there were 80 North Koreans caught watching South Korean television, all of whom were executed in front of many people including children.

5. Commenting on Goverment

With criticism, a person can become aware of what he lacks. So it is with a country. A country can progress and grow thanks to constructive criticism from its people. It is hard to imagine if there is a country that forbids its people to oppose.
Perhaps you think all countries allow their people to vote, but not for people living in North Korea. North Korea is a very strict country. His government is completely anti-criticism. If any citizen criticizes the government, the person will be arrested and put into an education camp.

4. Watch Adult Movies

North Korea is one of the countries in the world that has very strict rules about adult or pornographic content.
In North Korea, if someone is caught watching or selling adult movies, the person will be arrested and will not be liable to death sentence. Sadistic? Impossible? If you think it's a ridiculous thing, in 2013, ex-lover Kim Jong-Un was sentenced to death in front of his family as a result of getting caught on pornographic videos.

3. Drink Alcohol

The country, led by Kim Jong-Un, establishes a fairly clear and rigorous regulation on alcoholic beverages. a person is allowed to drink alcoholic beverages on certain days only. For those who violate, they will be interrogated. In 2013, a member of the military was executed for drinking alcoholic beverages for 100 days of death from Kim Jong-Il.

2. Driving

North Korea forbids its citizens from riding or even owning a car. It is known that only state officials are given the freedom to own and drive cars. In comparison, out of 100 North Koreans, there is only one person who owns a car.

1. Internet

The citizen living in North Korea can not freely access the internet.
Need to know, to be able to access the internet, a citizen must first ask permission to the government. What is the purpose to access the internet, if it has got permission, then they are allowed to access it. Although not free to access the internet, North Koreans can still create a portal, where the portal content is full of propaganda

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This 512 Billion Bowl Breaks the Record

Nicolas Chow, Vice Chairman of Sotheby's Asia, presented a bowl of the Song dynasty in China, dated September 28, 2017. (AFP / ANTHONY WALLACE)

    A 1,000-year-old bowl of the Song Dynasty relic in China sold for 37.7 million US dollars, Wednesday (3/10/2017).
The price is almost equivalent to Rp 512 billion is a record-breaking porcelain sales from China.
The sale took place during the auction of Sotheby's Chinese Works of Art Autumn Sales in Hong Kong.
Sotheby's auction house revealed the information was quoted as saying by the AFP news agency.
The small object that dates from 960-1127, broke the previous record of 36.05 million US dollar.
The sale occurred in 2014 for a Ming Dynasty wine cup sold to a Shanghai conglomerate.
In Chinese history, the Song Dynasty began in 960 and ended in 1279.
Song Dynasty consists of Northern Song (960-1127), and Southern Song (1127-1279).
With a prosperous economy and an advanced culture, the period was regarded as another golden period, other than the Tang Dynasty in 618-907.

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5 Places in Tokyo You Must Visit! If you are an Otaku

1.odaiba

In Odaiba, you can visit DiverCity Tokyo Plaza where you will find a 1: 1 Gundam (life size)
the gundam on display is still RX-78, but this has been replaced with another gundam that is no less cool RX-0 Unicorn. Visiting the Unicorn gundam is more interesting to do at night because there will be a special attraction where you can see the Unicorn turn into Destroy Mode.
Besides visiting Gundam Unicorn, you can also visit the replica of the statue of Liberty located not far from there. Although only a replica, but it never hurts you to visit, take pictures and pose there.


2.akihabara

The Otaku's heaven. This one area is actually not wide enough, but if you are an Otaku, you will be confused about where to go because in Akihabara area is indeed a lot of places that attract attention (and drain the bag) of Otaku. The easiest way to get there is by train and get off at Akihabara Station (can use JR East or Tokyo Metro-and I prefer Tokyo Metro because it is relatively cheaper).
Get out of Akihabara Station, you can find Gundam Café and AKB48 Café. For those who do not know, go to these two places is free but of course enjoy everything that is in there paid. So, if you're curious, do not hesitate to go in and look inside

In addition to Gundam Café and AKB48 Theater, you will also find the Softmap building. This building will be found easily because it is one of the largest and most striking building there. There you can find the gunpla, figure, game and DVD anime on the top floor. Reportedly, gunpla prices here are cheaper than anywhere else. As an electronics store, there's nothing wrong for you to find a headset here.


3. shibuya

Shibuya, Shinjuku, and Ikebukuro are located on a straight line if you travel by train. Well, starting from the southernmost, you can go to Shibuya first. The place you can visit here is not as much as Akihabara, but if you are traveling in Japan, then you should visit the famous Shibuya Crossing and try at least once to cross the crossroads there.
You can also visit the famous Hachiko statue not far west of the intersection.
and do not forget to enter the building bearing Tsutaya where you can enjoy the sparkling scenery of Shibuya from there. In addition, in Tsutaya, you can also look for a music DVD and a fairly complete bookstore there.


4.shinjuku
Shinjuku is not one of Otaku's main destinations. But, there is no harm to you to visit this place because of its location close to Shibuya and easily accessible by train.

In Shinjuku you can meet the giant head of Godzilla on the roof of the Toho Cinemas building. Nearby, you can also visit Donki or Don Quijote to find cosplay supplies and "others" for example.

In addition, in Shinjuku you can also find Square Enix and Atlus offices here. Although not accessible, but you can visit the Square Enix Artnia Café nearby.



5.ikebukuro

Ikebukuro became the setting of the popular anime Durarara !!. Of course, you will not see Dullahan with a yellow helmet here, but you can find some places similar to the place in the anime.
Of the many places in Ikebukuro, some places I can recommend to visit such as Pokemon Center Mega in Sunshine City Mall. There, you can find all kinds of Pokemon merchandise, complete. At Sunshine City Mall, you can visit J-World Tokyo where you can enjoy indoor rides with the famous Shounen Jump series such as Dragon Ball, Naruto and One Piece.

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Only in Japan, Panorama Overlay in the Central Aquarium

The Shin-Enoshima Aquarium is located in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. This aquarium can be reached for about an hour by train from Tokyo Station.

Recently, the aquarium opened a night-time event featuring stellar expanse views in an enclosed room called "Night Wonder Aquarium 2017".

Night Wonder Aquarium is an annual event held since 2014. Entering the fourth year, they are holding the theme of "a full aquarium with stars" featuring fantastic videos with special songs prepared for this event.

The event is divided into tga this section shows different videos and songs in each part. First part, 15 July to 30 September 2017. Second part, 1 October to 23 November 2017. Last part, 24 November to 25 December 2017.
Here, the visitors will be presented with a view of the stars that appear in the early evening sky at the beginning. The more you enter the inside of the aquarium building, the scene will turn into a night sky filled with star expanses.
a world full of fantasy is produced by the fusion of music and sensor technology that is shown in the Ganen aquarium tank. Meanwhile, the main show is featured in Sagami Bay's main aquarium tank with the theme "a universe named sea, life in the universe".

A spectacular mix of pictures and music into a fascinating entity with views of fish swimming in the tank.
Then, at the show entitled "jellyfish swimming in the sky", they introduce stars that have to do with jellyfish. This show is different from the 3D projection mapping that aired during the day.

With illuminations decorating the aquarium ceiling, fantastical aquarium lighting, a variety of videos and pictures, and dolphin shows (until September 30, every Saturday, Sunday, and holiday) ready to entertain, what if you try to come and see direct aquarium that describes this universe?

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