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The Smartest Study Abroad Decision for 2026 Might Be East, Not West
Singapore: The City That Shouldn’t Exist, Yet Thrives
Reality Glitched: Places on Earth That Feel AI-Generated

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Let’s see how much of the Lion City lives in you!
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Answers are locked at the end!
A) 1
B) 2
C) 3
D) 4
A) Eating at Hawker Centres
B) Carrying Durian in MRT
C) Chewing gum
D) Clicking photos at Changi Airport
A) Jewel Changi
B) Emirates Terminal
C) HK Airport
D) Doha Airport
A) City of Dreams
B) Garden City
C) River City
D) The Red City
A) Dragon-Eagle
B) Lion-Fish
C) Tiger-Mermaid
D) Shark-Phoenix

Just when you think the planetary world has shown you everything, Earth quietly drops a plot twist. No filters. No Photoshop. No sci-fi studio. These places exist exactly as they are, bending logic, colour, and belief. Blink twice. Your brain might need a reboot.
1. Blood Falls, Antarctica: Where Ice Bleeds
In the middle of the whitest, quietest place on Earth, a glacier bleeds red. Blood Falls spills out of Antarctica’s Taylor Glacier like a slow-motion horror film, staining the ice with deep crimson streaks. It looks unsettling, almost alive. But this isn’t blood. It’s a two-million-year-old, iron-rich saltwater lake trapped beneath the ice, finally meeting oxygen and rusting in public. Accessible only by helicopter or cruise ship, it’s the planet reminding us that even ice has secrets. (Treat your Eyes)
2. Sailing Stones, USA: Rocks That Refuse to Sit Still
In California’s Death Valley, stones go for walks. Heavy rocks, some weighing over 300 kg, glide across a dry lakebed, leaving long trails behind them like signatures. No hands. No engines. No pranksters. For decades, scientists were baffled. Turns out, thin sheets of ice, wind, and just the right conditions allow rocks to sail silently across mud. It’s physics behaving politely while looking paranormal. (Treat your Eyes)
3. Kawah Ijen, Indonesia: The Acid Lake That Glows Blue
This volcano doesn’t just erupt. It performs. At the summit of Mount Ijen lies a turquoise lake so acidic it could dissolve metal. By night, rivers of sulphur gas ignite into electric blue flames, making the crater glow like an alien planet. Miners walk through toxic fumes carrying molten-yellow sulphur on their backs, wrapped in scarves and courage. Beautiful. Deadly. Mesmerising. Earth, clearly showing off. (Treat your Eyes)
4. Lake Hillier, Australia: The Pink That Shouldn’t Exist
Imagine flying over Western Australia and spotting a lake the exact colour of bubblegum. Lake Hillier stays perfectly pink year-round, bordered by white sand and deep green forest. Scientists still debate why. Algae? Microbes? Brine shrimp? Nobody’s completely sure. What they do know: the water isn’t toxic, and thanks to its salinity, you’ll float like a cork if you swim. Yes, it’s real. No, it’s not edited. (Treat your Eyes)
IndiGo Chaos, Explained
A hilarious reel doing the rounds shows IndiGo passengers cracking jokes amid flight delays and confusion, turning frustration into full-blown meme material. The reality? IndiGo has been facing significant operational disruptions due to pilot shortages following new rest rules, winter fog, and ripple effects across major airports. While the internet found humor in the chaos, we know real travel plans were affected. To everyone who made it home (eventually). We hope the journey was safe, even if it was a little longer than planned! (Watch Now)
New York’s Snowfall Turns Fairytale Mode On
Videos from New York went viral after a massive snowfall transformed Central Park into a magical winter wonderland. Snow-covered bridges, silent pathways, and postcard-perfect scenes left the internet collectively saying “wow.” For once, social media agreed on something: this was pure cinematic beauty, no filter required. (Watch Now)
iKounselor's Spotlight
Global Classrooms, Real Conversations
Our counselors levelled up with a focused session led by Ms. Simran representative from Deakin University, gaining fresh clarity on GS requirements and application expectations. We also welcomed Mr. Joydeep from the University of Galway, Ireland, who shared new courses and key policy updates, keeping our guidance current and student-first.
Christmas at iKounselor 🎄
This season, our iKnights filled their Christmas wishlists with one dream in common, studying abroad. And yes, they’re counting on Santa - iKounselor to make it happen.
Campus Connect: Bhopal Edition
We conducted a Study Abroad Awareness Seminar with the CSE Department at OCT College, Bhopal, covering countries, admission requirements, IELTS, and scholarships. The session wrapped up with two engaging quizzes, Tech Trivia, making learning interactive and fun. The seminar was hosted by Dr. Nikhat Raza Khan (HOD), Avinash Sharma (Executive Director), and Prof. Rameez Ali (E-Cell Mentor), who warmly welcomed the iKounselor team. (Watch Now)
Spotlight Win 🌟
🎓 Madhumita secured a 50% scholarship at the University of Strathclyde Business School, UK.
Smart planning. Strong guidance. Real results.
On the Pod 🎙️
In Raw Conversations, Rishabh shares his journey from Bhopal to Ireland, talking about dreams, challenges, and life as an Indian student abroad.
👉 (Watch Now)
Visa Diaries 🎒✈️
From applications to approvals, these are the wins that matter.
👉 See the journeys.
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