Mayan doomsday prophecy debunked

Naturopathic doctor Augusto Vinholis (R) stands with his family members in front of his house he designed to be in the shape of a spaceship, outside the city of Alto Paraiso de Goias, central Brazil, Dec 20, 2012. Vinholis believes his house will protect him and his family from what they believe will be the end of the world on Dec 21, which is also the last day of the Maya Long Calendar. Alto Paraiso de Goias is considered a mystical city and has attracted many tourists, which according to local media, feel safe spending the fateful day there. [Photo/Agencies]