10 Musical Instruments Invented in the 21st Century
In the realm of music, the evolution of instruments is a testament to human creativity and our relentless pursuit of artistic expression. The 21st century, a time of rapid technological advancements and cultural shifts, has not disappointed in contributing to this artistic lineage. It has ushered in an array of unique musical instruments, each blending […]

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10 Mouthwatering Desserts That Will Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
Got a sweet tooth that just won’t quit? Brace yourself for a tempting lineup of desserts that’ll have you reaching for seconds (or thirds!). From classic treats to trendy indulgences, we’ve rounded up ten mouthwatering desserts guaranteed to satisfy every craving. Related: 10 Most Expensive And Delectable Desserts 10 Lemon Tart Craving something tangy and […]

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Ten 21st-Century American Serial Killers Who Got Away with It
The heyday of American serial killers may have been back in the second half of the 20th century—specifically in the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s—but serial killing never stopped from there. And it seems like it would in some respects, right? DNA technology is better than it has ever been and is routinely solving decades-old murders. […]

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10 Creepy Omens That Foretold a Royal Death
Humans have always had a gnawing anxiety about when they will die. Dealing with this uncertainty may perhaps be the reason why cultures around the world imagined that there are things that can predict approaching death: certain animals, dreams, natural phenomena, strange behavior, and odd events. Since ancient times, death omens have included black cats, […]

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10 Ancient Prosthetics That Deserve a Hand
Modern prosthetics are madly amazing. Some technologies allow amputees to feel what they’re touching with artificial fingers, and strides are being made in mind-controlled prosthetics. However, prosthetics are not a new invention. Hundreds and even thousands of years ago, artisans crafted incredible replacements for people who lost a body part. From an eye made of […]

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Top 10 Weirdest Attractions at Coney Island
Coney Island, a man-made peninsula off the coast of Brooklyn, has been entertaining New Yorkers since the American Civil War. What started as just a beach getaway quickly grew into an amusement park region, with three parks (Steeplechase, Dreamland, and Luna Park) running within a mile of each other at the island’s heydays in the […]

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10 Tragic and Shocking Facts about the White Ship Disaster
“No ship that ever sailed brought England such disaster” was the succinct way one historian summed up the tragic tale of the White Ship. He was writing in the 12th century, so he had no idea of the disaster that would be the Titanic. Even though the latter is more famous and resulted in more […]

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10 Bizarre Scientific Theories That Experts Are Seriously Considering
In an era when scientific discovery advances at an unprecedented pace, our understanding of the universe is constantly being challenged and redefined. Among these emerging insights are theories so unconventional and profound that they seem more akin to the plotlines of science fiction novels than serious scientific discourse. Yet these hypotheses are not the musings […]

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Ten Tiny Kansas Towns with Strange Claims to Fame
Kansas is flat, and straight, and plain, and boring. Or at least that’s what you’ve been told by, well, anyone who has ever driven through Kansas. There are a few major cities, of course, including Wichita and Topeka. There are a couple fun college towns, too—Lawrence, which hosts the University of Kansas, and the so-called […]

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10 Intriguing Origins of Popular Sayings
As humans, there are popular phrases that we have come to accept and use without actually taking the time to find out where those sayings came from. If you are curious about the origins of some of the phrases you have become accustomed to, then you need not bother anymore. These are ten intriguing origins […]

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10 Little Known Facts about the Rubik’s Cube
In a world dominated by digital entertainment, the Rubik’s Cube remains a testament to the appeal of tactile puzzles. Created in 1974 by Ernő Rubik, a Hungarian architect and professor, to help students grasp spatial relationships, this puzzle quickly went from an educational tool to a global sensation. Beyond its well-known history and the hours […]

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Top 10 Iconic Musicals That Got Horrible Reviews
Broadway reviews are important. After the opening night of a show, the cast and crew must wait patiently until, one by one, papers begin to release their thoughts. Generally, potential ticket-buyers use reviews to decide what to see and what to skip. But in some cases, musicals that people go crazy for have been panned […]

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Ten Unexpected Truths About How Pirates Really Lived
Historians now limit the Golden Age of Piracy to a little less than a hundred years. But the violent activities on the high seas between the 1650s and 1730s were notorious and noteworthy no matter the length of their run. For decades, lawless pirates plundered merchant ships up and down America’s eastern seaboard. Naval vessels […]

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10 Most Outrageous Workout Trends
I think we can all agree that workout advice is kind of all over the place. How many reps? How many sets? What muscles should I be working? It’s definitely enough to make your head spin. But there are certainly a few fads in the exercise world that I think we can all agree are […]

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10 Surprising Things That Were Designed to Stop Evil Behavior
Throughout history, people have banned all kinds of things that were claimed to cause evil or unwanted behavior. However, taking things away from people is not the only tool that has been used to combat these things. Others have taken an additive approach and created something which they hoped would help achieve the same result. […]

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Top 10 Ghost Adventures Episodes That Will Haunt You Forever
If you’re a paranormal thrill-seeker, get ready to dive into Ghost Adventures’ spookiest, most spine-chilling episodes. Get your ghost-hunting gear ready, and prepare for some goosebumps as we count down ten episodes guaranteed to give you the heebie-jeebies long after the credits roll. Note: Season and episode numbers are according to Max subscriptions as of […]

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Ten Animals That Produce and Store Toxins in Unlikely Places
When you think of the most lethal animals on the planet, which ones come to mind? Perhaps you think of animals such as the king cobra, inland taipan, box jellyfish, or black widow spider. With so many venomous and poisonous species of animals on Earth, it’s no wonder these deadly creatures both fascinate and frighten […]

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10 Weird Things That Warp Your Sense of Time
The ticking of the clock may seem constant, but the human mind is easily influenced. Under certain conditions, time can speed up, slow down, or vanish altogether. Recent studies took a deep dive into the strange pool that is “time,” and the results were fascinating. From the bizarre reason why time flies for older adults […]

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Ten More Extremely Unexpected U.S. State “Firsts”
It’s always interesting to see how American states led the way in various categories. Michigan can lay claim to being the first in automobile development and the car culture that is everywhere today. In that same vein, give California credit for being the first state to really go all-in on the freeway system that dominates […]

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10 Ideas That Scare People to Death
In a world teeming with innovation and knowledge, there exists a shadowy realm of ideas so potent they send shivers down the spine of humanity. These are not just mere thoughts or hypotheses; they are profound contemplations that challenge our deepest fears, ethics, and the very fabric of our existence. From the technological terrors of […]

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The Cursed Decade: 10 Classic Rock Stars Who Had Low Periods in the 1980s
The amazing regularity with which artists who rose from the tumultuous and revolutionary ’60s had a hard time in the go-go ’80s is about the most certain trope there is in pop culture. Of those who survived and were still making music in the ’80s, it might be easier to count the ones who did […]

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10 Crazy Ways Sleep Deprivation Can Affect You
Sleep may not be the highest priority on most people’s to-do lists, often coming second to work or leisure. However, people might need to rethink putting sleep on the back burner. According to experts, individuals above the age of 18 require a minimum of seven hours of sleep to be healthy, and many adults are […]

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10 Enthralling Facts about the Field of Cloth of Gold
History can give the impression that they were inclined to do the opposite, but Europe’s medieval and renaissance monarchs sometimes spent a lot of time and money on securing peace—or giving the impression that that was what they were doing. The fortnight-long festival of the “Field of the Cloth of Gold” in 1520 is one […]

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The Ten Greatest Engineers in Science Fiction History
Science fiction, one of the most popular forms of entertainment, is filled with extraordinary inventions. From time machines and starships to androids and warp drives, there is no end to the astonishing inventions and fantastic feats of engineering conjured up by artists and writers. Starting in the 19th century with Mary Shelley’s Dr. Frankenstein, fictional […]

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Ten Journalists Who Got Caught Faking the News
Journalists always try to get it right. It’s in the job description, after all. They are supposed to report on the news, tell the public what happened, and keep their readers or viewers informed about what is going on in the world when it comes to their beat—be it local politics, national politics, crime, or […]

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