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One of the advantages of having a family of adrenaline junkies and adventure seekers is that you get exposed to extreme sports quite early in life, like scuba diving to insane depths, jumping off cliffs into the river below, skiing off large slopes and, of course, skydiving. <\/p>
I remember the first time I ever skydived, I was absolutely terrified. I went from screaming to whimpering when I realised that it was inevitable. The instructor walked me to the edge after strapping each other securely and said that he was going to push us out at the count of three. But he did it at the count of two because people grab the sides at 3. <\/p>
Here I was, standing some 20,000 feet off the ground staring straight down at what seemed like certain death, for someone with a fear of heights, it was even worse. But the moment we fell out of the plane, that is when I realised how peaceful it was. How blissful it was. <\/p>
But hey, I'm not here to talk about my personal skydiving experience, I'm here to tell you where you can terrify yourself while also enjoying some beautiful sights on your way to the ground. <\/p>
1. Pattaya, Thailand: <\/b><\/p>
I'm told Pattaya is quite popular with Indian men for some fairly obvious reasons, I guess it's just one of the costs of having a repressive and horrendous society, but hey I don't have an axe to grind with that just yet, I promise. While you can happily dive into the nightlife of Pattaya, spend that money wisely instead and choose to skydive. <\/p>
One of the only destinations for skydiving in South East Asia, this place is a heaven if you\u2019re in for a skydiving experience with an afterword Thai Cuisine along with Thai Massage. Drive one hour south of Bangkok to reach Thai Sky Adventures Co. Limited which guarantees the best experience. Offering tandem jumping, it\u2019s a paradise for adventure seekers of Asian continent.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1523255821085","data":"5acb0aad3f6cd"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1523255852056","data":"
2. Dubai, UAE: <\/b> <\/p>
The city for the privileged, by the privileged and of the privileged. Is it really surprising that it would have skydiving spots?<\/p>
Are you an admirer of human-made marvels? Even if you\u2019re not, you\u2019ll be awestruck with an aerial view of this architectural prodigy. To have the best experience in skydiving and to enjoy the enchanting view of the desert, sea and the skyscrapers, you\u2019ll have to book at Skydive Dubai, well in advance. Because, you know, there\u2019s a long list of junkies who wouldn\u2019t miss it for the world.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1523255936484","data":"5acb0b097113b"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1523255943785","data":"
3. Hawaii, USA: <\/b> <\/p>
Hawaii is a well-known paradise for adventure seekers and adrenaline-rush lovers. Composed entirely of islands, rainforests and mountains, the aerial view of this-this beauty is a Magnifique sight to behold. A skydiving experience in Hawaii is a must-go destination for any adventure junkie! Run by a veteran company- Skydive Hawaii, a diverse range of 8,000 ft to 20,000 ft is available. Dive from a higher height and stay in the air for a longer time, you\u2019ll indeed be in a state of trepidation, but rather more liberated by the end of it.<\/p>
This is where I dived. Trust me, it is absolutely worth it. You can see the curve of the earth from that far up in the sky and fly straight down. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1523256053905","data":"5acb0b8030ae9"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1523256064263","data":"
4. Fox Glacier, New Zealand: <\/b> <\/p>
In the remote Westland Tai Poutini National Park of New Zealand\u2019s South Island, flows a 13 km long glacier called as Fox Glacier. New Zealand is a land of amazing sceneries, and adventure sports and Fox Glacier helms the king of all adventures- Skydiving! If you want to have a lifetime experience in skydiving, better go to a place with unmatched scenic beauty. Jump from the distances of 9,000 ft to 16,500 ft and surprise yourself with a view you wouldn\u2019t regret dying for!<\/p>
If you're a Lord of the Rings junkie like me and also an adrenaline chaser, this should be on your list of jumps to do in this life time. Get the Eagle Eyed view of Middle Earth the eagles of Middle Earth enjoy. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1523256200647","data":"5acb0c1197470"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1523256208206","data":"
5. Mount Everest, Nepal: <\/b> <\/p>
Are you the type of guy who wants to save money for that once in a life time adventure or nothing? That really expensive adventure that also has a high risk of killing you but you're going to do it anyway because YOLO? Do you laugh in the face of killer crosswinds and think diving from anything other than 20,000 feet or above is for weaklings? Then this jump is for you. <\/p>
Costing a whopping $25,000 dollars, the Mount Everest Skydive is one of the most expensive as well as most dangerous dives in the world. No, you won't be diving from the peak of the mountain, you'll be jumping out of a plane or a helicopter at 23,000 feet and landing at 15,000 feet off the sea level, the highest drop zone in the world. Because of how much wind the Himalayas stop, it's nearly impossible to avoid the cross winds here. It is easily one of the most dangerous jumps in the world, even with all the safety equipment in the world. <\/p>
Oh, and the $25.000 dollars is merely for the tandem jump. Solo jump costs $35,000 and that too only if you acquire your solo jumping certification. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1523257385104","data":"5acb10d89962f"}]
Offbeat Pursuits - Designers Embracing the Unorthodox!<\/p>
\ud83e\ude91\ud83d\udc60 Can you make a career on designing a chair? Can you make a career by designing shoes? \ud83e\udd14<\/p>
Absolutely! \ud83d\udcbc\ud83c\udf1f <\/p>
Join Tribe's extraordinary Week 17 <\/b>meeting on May 27, 2023! to not just connect & learn, but also get inspired by two trailblazing entrepreneurs who have dared to pursue their offbeat passions: Tarun Oblum and Srikanth Varma.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1685163085418","data":"6467726f4b6fb"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1685163085419","data":"
\ud83d\udc5f Tarun Oblum: The rebellious innovator behind Oblum, crafts captivating hand-welted leather shoes that defy expectations. His unisex designs, meticulously crafted with hand tools, embody a modern twist. <\/p>
\n\n\ud83e\ude91 Srikanth Varma: The visionary force driving Esvee Atelier, reimagines conscious living spaces. Embracing the design philosophy of \"conscious minimalism,\" He is a true artist who harmoniously blends form and function. <\/p>
\n\n\u23f0 Don't miss this exceptional opportunity! Reserve your free spot now and get on the waiting list to celebrate unorthodox paths in design. <\/p>
\ud83d\ude80 Unlock your potential and forge your own extraordinary journey. Student Tribe believes in empowering students to explore and pioneer their own fields. Let's embark on this remarkable adventure together! \ud83c\udf1f\ud83d\udca1 <\/p>
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\n\n\nDate<\/u><\/b>: 27\/05\/2023 (Saturday)<\/p>
\nTime<\/u><\/b>: 05:00 pm - 07:00 pm <\/p>
\nLocation<\/u><\/b>: T-Hub Phase 2<\/p>"}]
Hello! \ud83d\udc4b<\/p>
\ud83c\udf89 We're excited to invite you to our upcoming event on \"TIPS ON USA F1 VISA INTERVIEW with an EX-VISA OFFICER\" which includes a live mock interview. This event is perfect for students who are planning to study abroad and are looking for expert guidance on F1 Visa interviews.\ud83d\udcb0 <\/p>
The best part? It's a walk-in event and you can register on the spot by paying just 250 rupees.\ud83c\udf81 <\/p>
But that's not all! As a bonus, all students who attend the event will get a chance to participate in a Student Tribe Study Abroad Meet that's going to be organized very soon. Additionally, we will be providing discount coupons worth 15k rupees for flight tickets, extra luggage costs, and accommodation for students traveling abroad.<\/p>
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\ud83d\uddd3 Date<\/b>: 06-05-2023<\/p>
\u23f0 Time<\/b>: 10 AM<\/p>
\ud83d\udccd Location<\/b>: Hotel Green Park, Begumpet<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1683205823214","data":"6453af3f67eb5"}]
Introducing \"Mangopreneur<\/b>\" - Unleash Your Entrepreneurial Spirit with the Sweetness of Mango!<\/p>
Are you a student with a passion for entrepreneurship? Do you dream of creating your own success story? Look no further! <\/p>
Welcome to \"Mangopreneur Contest\", the ultimate competition designed exclusively for student entrepreneurs like you. Get ready to test your skills, unleash your creativity, and embrace the delicious journey of mango-flavoured success.<\/p>
Register Now and get ready to become a #Mangoprenuer! <\/p>
<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1682624035877","data":"644a9fe12b6b9"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1682624035878","data":"
At Student Tribe, we understand the importance of providing a platform for aspiring entrepreneurs to gain valuable experience before stepping into the real world. That's why we've created \"Mangoprenuer\" \u2013 a competition that challenges you to showcase your entrepreneurial prowess using the irresistible power of mangoes.<\/p>
Excited? So are we! Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your entrepreneurial skills and love for mangoes. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1682624035880","data":"644ace35ea83d"}]
Brace yourselves!!\u26a1<\/p>
Student Tribe Warangal is here with another Banger! Gear up and get ready to witness another happening tribe meetup!\u2728\ud83d\udca3<\/p>
Jashwanth Konduru to be the speaker for the live webinar he is the senior security engineer at the service now.\ud83e\uddd1\ud83c\udffb\u200d\ud83d\udcbb<\/p>
Don't miss the opportunity to enhance your cybersecurity knowledge!<\/p>
Register today!! \ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1680948025828","data":"64313b85a5b1e"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1680948025827","data":"64310f0c7961f"}]
Are you feeling lost when it comes to choosing the right career path? Do you sometimes wonder if you're headed down the right road or if you're simply following someone else's footsteps? Well, worry no more because Student Tribe has got your back!<\/p>
Introducing \"Career Quest.<\/b>,\" a one-of-a-kind event that's been specially curated with YOU <\/b>in mind. We understand how rare it is for students to actually choose the right career path that aligns with their passions. We don't want you to end up feeling unsatisfied, sad, or worse, graduating with no interest in the field you just studied.<\/p>
That's why we've brought together industry professionals to guide you on your journey to finding your dream career. <\/p>
Join us on the 23rd of April <\/b>at T-Hub<\/b>, and let us help you gain the clarity and confidence you deserve. Don't forget to bring your friends along because together, we can all make our dreams a reality.<\/p>
So what are you waiting for? Register now for FREE <\/b>and take that first step towards a fulfilling career. We can't wait to see you there!<\/p>
Click Here to Register<\/a><\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1680197245384","data":"642292e11bcfd"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1680197245385","data":"Just pure knowledge and guidance to help you make the right choices!<\/b><\/p>"}]
Just pure knowledge and guidance to help you make the right choices!<\/b><\/p>"}]
Orient Spectra Consulting Pvt. Ltd. is an overseas education consulting firm, dedicated in providing quality service to students, seeking advice and guidance for higher education abroad. Orient spectra are an 18+ years old privately held company, based in Hyderabad, India. Orient spectra have 6 branches across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Puducherry.<\/p>
Orient spectra are ISO 9001-2008 certified, QEAC certified, and a NAFSA member firm and collaborate with various universities to provide first-hand information about higher education opportunities in both undergraduate and graduate programs abroad. <\/p>
WHY Orient Spectra:<\/b><\/p>
18+ years experience in recruiting UK students <\/p>
100% free consultation<\/p>
100% visa success rate** <\/p>
British council certified consultants<\/p>
Specialist application services<\/p>
Visa services <\/p>
Accommodation support <\/p>
Connect with our students already in the UK<\/p>
Awarded as Indian Agent of the Year - 2017 by Higher Education Review. Recognized by British Council 17+ years of excellence in student recruitment. 100+ employees who are highly motivated and have expertise in the field. 300+ Universities represented worldwide. 15000+ students served. Orient spectra have been featured in Forbes India 2021 Edition and also featured in Times of India several times.<\/p>
Best Education Consultants by ET in 2022. Our team is British Council Certified providing the right guidance for our students with highest visa success rate in industry. <\/p>
High student satisfaction leads to higher referrals for market penetration. Our company has undertaken an ambitious venture to increase our brand awareness, and we have already seen some promising results. Orient spectra are proud of these achievements and have reached an important milestone in our progress. <\/p>
Through our team of expert counsellors, we aim to assist our students to gain admissions in prestigious universities that are best suited to their educational backgrounds, interests, financial commitments in their field of study. Orient spectra are also equipped with a sound understanding of international relations and the culture abroad to help students with the same.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1679982124315","data":"641fd53909121"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1679982124316","data":"
OVERVIEW OF OUR SERVICES- <\/b><\/p>
100% free consultation <\/p>
\n100% application success rate <\/p>
British council certified consultants <\/p>
\nChoose from 80,000+ courses<\/p>
140+ UK universities <\/p>
\nOrient spectra provide university short listings based on student profiles to ensure best approach that enables students to get admissions. Orient spectra provide information with regard to universities, available courses, application forms, and how to go about it. Orient spectra provide guidance for visa filing, documentation, mock interviews and loan assistance.<\/p>
Orient spectra are hosting one of the biggest events of its kind\u2014 UK Education Fair, with over 20+ university delegates and bank loan officials. <\/b><\/p>
Attend UK \ud83c\uddec\ud83c\udde7 Education Fair with over 12+ university delegates and bank loan officials.<\/b><\/p>
Date: 1st April 2023 <\/b><\/p>
Time: 11 AM to 4 PM <\/b><\/p>
Venue: Hyatt Place, Banjara Hills Hyderabad <\/b><\/p>
\ud83d\udcde9347738718 <\/b><\/p>
Reg link:https:\/\/forms.gle\/jbZ5ZjuK9oSUHiWD8<\/a><\/b><\/b><\/p>Benefits of Attending UK \ud83c\uddec\ud83c\udde7Education Fair-<\/b><\/p>1. On Spot Profile Evaluation<\/p>2. One on One Interaction with University Delegates<\/p>3. Apply at unis and get offer letters within 48 hours*<\/p>4. Latest updates on admissions and visas , UKVI etc<\/p>5. Get Assistance for Educational Loan, and Many More\u2026.\n\n\n<\/p>PERKS of attending the UK EDUCATION FAIR 2023 <\/b><\/p> \n\uf0d8 Apply to multiple universities <\/p> \n\uf0d8 Get offer letter within 48 hours* <\/p> \n\uf0d8 One on One Interaction with university delegates <\/p> \n\uf0d8 Spot Assessment <\/p> \n\uf0d8 Latest updates on Admissions and Visas <\/p> \n\uf0d8 Study Abroad Scholarships <\/p> \n\uf0d8 Loan Assistance for abroad education <\/p> \n\uf0d8 UG & PG-focused programs <\/p> \n\uf0d8 With or without IELTS* <\/p> You can register for the event here<\/b>: https:\/\/orientspectra.com\/uk-education-fair-2023\/ <\/a><\/p>and check out our blogs for more information here: https:\/\/orientspectra.com\/blog\/<\/a> <\/p>Orient spectra also have a Strong Presence On Social Media Platforms, please find the links below for your reference-<\/p>Facebook<\/b>;- https:\/\/m.facebook.com\/orient.spectra.1\/ <\/a><\/p>Instagram<\/b>;- https:\/\/instagram.com\/orient.spectra.1?igshid=hjh8rqa9vhkd <\/a><\/p>Website<\/b>;- www.orientspectra.com<\/a><\/p>"}]
Benefits of Attending UK \ud83c\uddec\ud83c\udde7Education Fair-<\/b><\/p>
1. On Spot Profile Evaluation<\/p>
2. One on One Interaction with University Delegates<\/p>
3. Apply at unis and get offer letters within 48 hours*<\/p>
4. Latest updates on admissions and visas , UKVI etc<\/p>
5. Get Assistance for Educational Loan, and Many More\u2026.\n\n\n<\/p>
PERKS of attending the UK EDUCATION FAIR 2023 <\/b><\/p>
\n\uf0d8 Apply to multiple universities <\/p>
\n\uf0d8 Get offer letter within 48 hours* <\/p>
\n\uf0d8 One on One Interaction with university delegates <\/p>
\n\uf0d8 Spot Assessment <\/p>
\n\uf0d8 Latest updates on Admissions and Visas <\/p>
\n\uf0d8 Study Abroad Scholarships <\/p>
\n\uf0d8 Loan Assistance for abroad education <\/p>
\n\uf0d8 UG & PG-focused programs <\/p>
\n\uf0d8 With or without IELTS* <\/p>
You can register for the event here<\/b>: https:\/\/orientspectra.com\/uk-education-fair-2023\/ <\/a><\/p>and check out our blogs for more information here: https:\/\/orientspectra.com\/blog\/<\/a> <\/p>Orient spectra also have a Strong Presence On Social Media Platforms, please find the links below for your reference-<\/p>Facebook<\/b>;- https:\/\/m.facebook.com\/orient.spectra.1\/ <\/a><\/p>Instagram<\/b>;- https:\/\/instagram.com\/orient.spectra.1?igshid=hjh8rqa9vhkd <\/a><\/p>Website<\/b>;- www.orientspectra.com<\/a><\/p>"}]
and check out our blogs for more information here: https:\/\/orientspectra.com\/blog\/<\/a> <\/p>Orient spectra also have a Strong Presence On Social Media Platforms, please find the links below for your reference-<\/p>Facebook<\/b>;- https:\/\/m.facebook.com\/orient.spectra.1\/ <\/a><\/p>Instagram<\/b>;- https:\/\/instagram.com\/orient.spectra.1?igshid=hjh8rqa9vhkd <\/a><\/p>Website<\/b>;- www.orientspectra.com<\/a><\/p>"}]
Orient spectra also have a Strong Presence On Social Media Platforms, please find the links below for your reference-<\/p>
Facebook<\/b>;- https:\/\/m.facebook.com\/orient.spectra.1\/ <\/a><\/p>Instagram<\/b>;- https:\/\/instagram.com\/orient.spectra.1?igshid=hjh8rqa9vhkd <\/a><\/p>Website<\/b>;- www.orientspectra.com<\/a><\/p>"}]
Instagram<\/b>;- https:\/\/instagram.com\/orient.spectra.1?igshid=hjh8rqa9vhkd <\/a><\/p>Website<\/b>;- www.orientspectra.com<\/a><\/p>"}]
Website<\/b>;- www.orientspectra.com<\/a><\/p>"}]
Stumagz presents Telangana\u2019s first ever Youth Carnival \"PROST\"\u2728 <\/p>
\nOne of a kind event where you can celebrate, meet, greet, ideate, and have \u201cthe\u201d summer on March 12th. \ud83c\udf04 <\/p>
Early Bird tickets are live Now!!<\/b><\/p>
Book Here : prost.stumagz.com<\/a><\/p>\nJoin us and beat the heat with the coolest carnival of the year!\ud83d\ude0e\n<\/p>For latest updates, Do follow @stumagz<\/a><\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1676444434826","data":"63ec7d82a3ea1"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1676444434827","data":"\u201cPROST\u201d is an exciting event powered by Stumagz that will bring together students from all over the state to celebrate their talents and achievements. Celebrate the success of your college and its achievements with the Campus Awards and many more. <\/p>\nThe Flea Market, Ideation Stage, and Musical Stage are the other attractions where students can have a one-stop destination to buy and sell handmade crafts and products, present their innovative ideas and for those who want to perform live and make a mark for themselves in the people and showcase their musical talent. <\/p>\nThis carnival is a perfect platform for the students to showcase their talent and get recognized, and also a great opportunity for the students to socialize and network with each other. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1676444434828","data":"63ec800aa6b19"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1676444434829","data":" Interested to be a part of the Prost Team?? Join the team as a Campus Hero NOW!<\/p>APPLY HERE!<\/a><\/p>"}]
\nJoin us and beat the heat with the coolest carnival of the year!\ud83d\ude0e\n<\/p>
For latest updates, Do follow @stumagz<\/a><\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1676444434826","data":"63ec7d82a3ea1"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1676444434827","data":"\u201cPROST\u201d is an exciting event powered by Stumagz that will bring together students from all over the state to celebrate their talents and achievements. Celebrate the success of your college and its achievements with the Campus Awards and many more. <\/p>\nThe Flea Market, Ideation Stage, and Musical Stage are the other attractions where students can have a one-stop destination to buy and sell handmade crafts and products, present their innovative ideas and for those who want to perform live and make a mark for themselves in the people and showcase their musical talent. <\/p>\nThis carnival is a perfect platform for the students to showcase their talent and get recognized, and also a great opportunity for the students to socialize and network with each other. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1676444434828","data":"63ec800aa6b19"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1676444434829","data":" Interested to be a part of the Prost Team?? Join the team as a Campus Hero NOW!<\/p>APPLY HERE!<\/a><\/p>"}]
\u201cPROST\u201d is an exciting event powered by Stumagz that will bring together students from all over the state to celebrate their talents and achievements. Celebrate the success of your college and its achievements with the Campus Awards and many more. <\/p>
\nThe Flea Market, Ideation Stage, and Musical Stage are the other attractions where students can have a one-stop destination to buy and sell handmade crafts and products, present their innovative ideas and for those who want to perform live and make a mark for themselves in the people and showcase their musical talent. <\/p>
\nThis carnival is a perfect platform for the students to showcase their talent and get recognized, and also a great opportunity for the students to socialize and network with each other. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1676444434828","data":"63ec800aa6b19"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1676444434829","data":"
Interested to be a part of the Prost Team?? Join the team as a Campus Hero NOW!<\/p>
APPLY HERE!<\/a><\/p>"}]
We are excited to announce the Student Tribe - Week 16 meetup. <\/p>
The Registrations are open Now. <\/p>
\nGrab your seat before someone else does.!<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1675837413498","data":"63e33ff4e6b68"}]
IMFS is excited to announce the GLOBAL EDUFEST 2023 co-hosted by the prestigious T-HUB, the only fair which offers you a comprehensive solution to all your Study Abroad queries. <\/p>
With representatives of 100+ universities from across the globe, banks, NBFCs, ETS (GRE &TOEFL), insurance companies, Forex agents, travel agencies and Officers from different consulates all coming under one roof. <\/p>
A Study Abroad fair that you can't afford to miss !!!<\/p>
Date : Friday, the 10th February 2023<\/p>
Time: 10:30 am to 4:30 pm <\/p>
Venue : t hub, Knowledge City, Raidurgam <\/p>
\ud83d\udccc : https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/5EYE8EebexdwRese6 <\/a><\/p>For any queries please contact: +91 9959 445566 <\/p>Click to Register for Free: https:\/\/forms.gle\/PymXSXg4uCJgAHKx8<\/a><\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1675698015582","data":"63e10e3c0c0e6"}]
For any queries please contact: +91 9959 445566 <\/p>
Click to Register for Free: https:\/\/forms.gle\/PymXSXg4uCJgAHKx8<\/a><\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1675698015582","data":"63e10e3c0c0e6"}]
The Real-life Tony Stark<\/u><\/b><\/p>
It seems like there's nothing he can't do. <\/p>
As CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, founder of The Boring Company, and cofounder of OpenAI and Neuralink, Elon Musk <\/b>seems to be everywhere at once, pushing all kinds of futuristic technologies. He's said he won't be happy until we've escaped Earth and colonized Mars.<\/b><\/p>
Between space rockets, electric cars, solar batteries, and the billions he's made along the way, Musk is basically a real-life Tony Stark, which is why he served as an inspiration for Marvel's 2008 \"Iron Man\" film.<\/b><\/p>
But it hasn't always been smooth sailing for Musk. Here's how he went from getting bullied in school to becoming a small-time entrepreneur and eventually the CEO of two major companies <\/b>that seem like they're straight out of science fiction\u2014and how he almost went broke along the way.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1673189338469","data":"63bad517cba9f"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1673189338470","data":"
1. He was violently bullied as a child.<\/b><\/p>
\n\nAlthough Tesla CEO Elon Musk is now a social media force who rubs shoulders with Jeff Bezos and is compared to Steve Jobs' greatness, he came from humble beginnings before discovering entrepreneurship. Musk's classmates bullied and beat him up when he was growing up in South Africa before moving to the United States. He had surgery at the age of 41 to correct a deviated septum.\n\n\"As a child, I was severely beaten, resulting in a jagged septum. As I got older, it became more difficult to breathe, so it was time to fix \" <\/b>He stated this in a tweet in 2013.<\/p>
2. He's the original Iron Man<\/b><\/p>
\n\nThough the Iron Man comic book character debuted decades ago, the film adaptation drew heavily on Elon Musk's personality and work.<\/p>
\nRobert Downey Jr, Hollywood's Iron Man, reportedly asked to meet with Musk while preparing for the first film so he could get a better idea of what a real Tony Stark-style entrepreneur is like.<\/p>
\nMusk gave Downey a tour of the SpaceX headquarters, and Downey noted a few of Musk's \"accessible eccentricities.\" Musk's SpaceX facility later served as a filming location for Iron Man 2.<\/b><\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1673189338471","data":"63bacb48cde90"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1673189338472","data":"
3. He wrote and sold a video game in 1984 <\/b><\/p>
In 1984, he created and sold a video game.<\/p>
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, created his own video game called Blastar<\/b> when he was only 12 years old. When the source code was published in the South African magazine PC and Office Technology, the big tech personality received $500. In 2015, a Google software engineer updated the code to make it HTML5-compatible and playable.<\/p>
\nIn the 1990s, he went on to work for the now-defunct Rocket Science Games<\/b>, where he helped develop at least three titles, according to Kotaku.<\/p>
\n\"We brought him in to write some very menial, low-level code,\" Rocket Science Games co-founder Peter Barrett said in Ashlee Vance's biography of his time working with Musk. \n<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1673189338473","data":"63bacb83329b2"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1673189338474","data":"
4. He opened a frat house 'nightclub' <\/b><\/p>
Musk stayed in Canada for three years, then left to attend the University of Pennsylvania. Money was still an issue, so when he and his classmate were running short on cash, they opened a nightclub\u2014in their frat house.<\/b><\/p>
They attracted up to 1,000 people to the house and raised enough money to pay their rent. The classmate, Adeo Ressi, also went on to become a major success in the tech industry. He remembers that although Musk organized the partying, he didn\u2019t participate. Instead, he\u2019d just play video games in his room.<\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1673189338475","data":"
5. He dropped out of college <\/b><\/p>
\nYes, Musk did finish that first degree at the University of Pennsylvania. But when he enrolled in a master\u2019s program to study physics at Stanford, he quickly realized that the internet had far more potential to change the world.<\/p>
He quit the program after just two days to start a new company called Zip2, <\/b>which provided maps and online city guides for news media websites.<\/p>
Next, he co-founded an online payments site called X.com, which would later become PayPal.<\/b> It was only a matter of time before Musk would launch SpaceX, and then Tesla. \"He was completely unfazed. After a while, I don't think anyone gave him any direction, and he ended up making whatever he wanted.\"\n<\/p>
6. He used to drink 96 ounces of Diet Coke per day, plus some coffee.<\/b><\/p>
\nFor a period of his life, Musk reportedly drank eight cans of Diet Coke in addition to several cups of coffee each day. It was his means of staying awake and focused during 100-hour work weeks <\/b>during the process of building and launching his companies, he told Inc. in 2007.<\/p>
\"I got so freaking jacked that I seriously started to feel like I was losing my peripheral vision,\" he said. \n<\/p>
7. His companies almost went bankrupt <\/b><\/p>
Although Musk\u2019s companies SpaceX and Tesla are now success stories, his road to prosperity had some serious financial bumps.\nIn 2008, his companies were running out of money and were hovering just a few days away from bankruptcy.<\/p>
\nLuckily, a $1.6 billion contract from NASA came through at the last minute, saving Musk's empire.<\/b> He reportedly cried when he got the news about the contract.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1673189338476","data":"63bacc29afa41"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1673189338477","data":"
8. He really wants to take people to Mars <\/b><\/p>
\nElon Musk has declared that he will be the first private citizen to reach Mars\u2014and he means it. His spacecraft company's ultimate goal is to colonize Mars.<\/b><\/p>
\nHe had intended to send mice or plants to Mars and was looking to purchase a rocket to launch them on. When existing rockets proved to be prohibitively expensive, he founded SpaceX to build his own. <\/b>According to NPR, Musk envisions a crewed space mission to Mars as early as 2029, with the long-term goal of establishing a permanent city on Mars<\/b>.<\/p>
\nWhat's the deal with Mars? Musk claims that he wants to improve humanity's chances of survival in our universe, even if Earth does not survive\u2014presumably because of climate change. We will destroy our planet if we make bad decisions.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1673189338478","data":"63bacc78bb690"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1673189338479","data":"
9. He genuinely fears a Terminator-style attack. Skynet <\/b><\/p>
\nRemember when the Terminator's computers took over the world?<\/p>
Given his experience in the unstoppable tech sector and his proclivity for foresight, Musk believes that artificial intelligence, such as the Skynet AI system depicted in the film, poses a threat to humanity.<\/b><\/p>
\nWhat is his solution? Put computer chips in people's heads to protect them from an attack. Musk established the nonprofit OpenAI to research ways to keep robots<\/b> from annihilating humanity. Perhaps he knows something we don't.\n<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1673189338480","data":"63baccaae44ed"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1673189338481","data":"
10. He has an idea for a \"fifth mode of transport.\"<\/b><\/p>
\nCivilization has created planes, trains, automobiles, and boats, but Musk envisions the Hyperloop high-speed transit tube as a fifth mode. <\/b>He claims it is the fastest way to travel along the California coast. It would never crash, would be weatherproof, and would transport passengers from Los Angeles to San Francisco in under 30 minutes.<\/b> It would be energy efficient, possibly self-powered with solar panels, and would cost far less than an airline ticket, Musk told PandoDaily Editor-in-Chief Sarah Lacy in a recorded interview.\n<\/p>"}]
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