10 The Titanic Never Sank The story of the Titanic needs no introduction. The famous ship sank 105 years ago, and since then, movies, songs, and plays have continued to keep the tragedy alive. Conspiracy theories about the sinking are also thriving, including a persistent one that states the Titanic never actually sank. According to this theory, the Titanic was swapped with her sister ship, the Olympic, in an elaborate insurance scam devised by J....

Antipas was a pathetic and weak man who – at the behest of his soon-to-be mistress “salome” (his step-daughter) carried out her demand (originating from her mother Herodias – item 9) to murder John the Baptist. In what is probably his most famous moment he stood in judgement of Jesus Christ when Pontius Pilate felt incapable of the task. Antipas – expecting a miracle – was most annoyed at Jesus’ silence so sent him back to Pilate to be murdered upon the demands of the Jews....

See Also: 10 Quirky Ways People Make Money 10 In God We Trust Ben Franklin designed the continental dollar coin in 1776 and it bore thirteen stars to represent the thirteen colonies. Being a funny man, he also included the phrase “Time flies, so mind your business” on the coins. It was not until 1865 that “In God We Trust” was legally allowed to be added to American currency, though earlier forms included the phrase “God and our right”....

But the meeting did more than reduce the solar system from nine full-fledged planets to eight. It also created an entirely new classification of celestial bodies. Let’s explore our solar system’s five little wonders: the dwarf planets. 10 Hypothetical Planets That Could Exist In Our Solar System 10 Ceres: So Nice They Classified It Twice Despite being the smallest of the five dwarf planets, Ceres was the first one discovered....

Still, there are some movies that manage to sneak below eyesight and become little-known cult classics. The following 10 films are true gems of cinematic horror that don’t get as much recognition as they deserve. 10 The Wailing The Wailing, the most recent film on this list, was released in a limited run in the US in 2016. The film tells the story of Officer Jong-goo (played by Kwak Do-won), a police detective who travels to a secluded mountain village in rural South Korea....

The designer of the first successful machine gun, although not the first automatic machine gun. It was, in effect, a gigantic revolver of six barrels operated by a hand crank. A bin of several hundred loose rounds (not belt-fed) was set on top and gravity fed the ammunition into the breech, enabling someone who knew nothing of firearms to lay a sheet of lead into an advancing army, at about 200 rounds a minute....

In the 1800s, when the mentally unwell finally began to be classified as patients, conditions worsened in many ways. Many common “treatments” for people with mental health conditions were ignorant of both science and medicine and were often vicious and violent. This, coupled with routine abuse of patients by staff, made asylums hell on Earth until they were shut down or repurposed during the “deinstitutionalization” waves of the 1950s and 60s....

However, not all land is created equal. Some parks were doomed for a dark existence from the moment they were officially created. 10 Griffith ParkLos Angeles, California Griffith Park is a Los Angeles institution, boasting a world-famous observatory, a renowned zoo, and the famous “Hollywood” sign. However, Griffith Park has a dark history and an extremely active spiritual presence. In fact, so many spirits have reportedly been found at Griffith Park that it’s nearly impossible to keep track of them all....

10 Sex Toys With Ridiculously Ancient Origins 10 Gonzalo Carreno Nieto There is an old saying that if you really want something you should go out and get it. A 43-year-old man named Gonzalo Carreno Nieto put that axiom to the test when he used a toy hand grenade to commandeer a Boeing 727 during a Colombian flight from Medellín to Bogotá. Nieto claimed that he had been diagnosed with a terminal illness and needed $100,000 in order settle down in Cuba to live out his remaining days....

One was so down-and-out that he had to sell his blood. Another had to sell his dog, unable to afford to feed the beloved pet. Although all of them either won fame and fortune or are well on their way to such success, each actor on this list was homeless before making it big. 10 Christian Olivo Christian Olivo took an unusual path to acting. Choosing to be homeless, he bought a gym membership and invested in acting classes....

These are just 10 examples of the atrocious experiments they conducted. Consider this a trigger warning—things get somewhat gruesome from this paragraph on. SEE ALSO: 10 Terrifying Nazi Doctors You’ve Never Heard Of. 10 Blood Coagulation Experiments Dr. Sigmund Rascher conducted blood coagulation experiments on inmates at Dachau concentration camp. He had created a tablet, Polygal, which was made from beet and apple pectin. He believed that these tablets could help stop the bleeding from wounds in combat or surgery....

Found among these ruins, the simplest artifacts can rewrite the past and mysteries are never far away. But not all discoveries patch up the past. Sometimes, they rip apart carefully woven history and scholars’ reputations. 10 Village Under The Seabed When marine archaeologists got involved in the Black Sea MAP project, they found a collection of 60 ships from different eras. Beginning in 2015, the project searched the Black Sea off Bulgaria’s coast....

10Modern Mute DIY Large Wall Clock Stick$10.40 Not only is this the cheapest and coolest-looking giant clock you are likely to find anywhere, it’s also a fun do-it-yourself project that all ages can get in on. It’ll make a stylish addition to a den, game room, or anywhere you don’t mind being regularly reminded what time it is. The numbers are made from a durable non-toxic foam material and are easy to adhere and remove....

10 Amazing Ancient Buildings Still In Use Today 10 The Paqudu of Babylon The Mesopotamian kingdom of Babylon is best known for its Code of Hammurabi, the first list of crimes and punishments ever created. The set of laws was carved onto stone pillars sometime in the tenth century BC. As Babylon grew rich in the 6th century BC, so did their ability to maintain law and order. Their police officers, called padudu, were locals appointed with the task of protecting the town....

But what happens when gigs go wrong? It can be an embarrassment for the artist, a shock for the audience, and an absolute gift for social media. Here, we’re going to discuss the top 10 live music mess-ups, falls, and fails! 10 Michael Jackson Oslo (July 15, 1992) When it came to live shows, the king of pop was known for his energetic stage presence and complex dance routines. Unfortunately, such an active stage show means that a live vocal isn’t always going to sound the best....

Let’s dive in and look into the top ten magical powers attributed to animals. 10 Lyrebirds Lyrebirds are amazing imitators and are of two species dwelling on the ground. The Australian Lyrebirds are the genus Menura and of the family Menuridae. They’re known for their excellent ability to imitate natural and artificial sounds in the environment. These Australian birds are known for their ability to mimic sounds such as chainsaws, car alarms, dogs barking, and camera shutter sounds....

This list by no means is an attempt to support acts of terror, or to give a knock against democracy. Its purpose is to explore the most pressing terrorists threats democracies face, and perhaps engage in a discussion on where the line stands between freedom and security. Here are the top 10 most dangerous terrorist threats in no particular order. Police are not allowed to search a residence unless they have been granted a search warrant, or have a reasonable suspicion....

Queen Bohemian Rhapsody This one seems to be the second most popular one out there. It incorporates visual styles uniquely belonging to Queen, while honestly showcasing the group and their abilities. Plus, who wouldn’t want to see Freddie Mercury in tight pants? Even if this video eschews a visual story in the music video, it will always be a crowd pleaser. Watch this video on YouTube Ok Go! Here it goes again Even if the sole gimmick of this video is the choreography, that in itself deserves an award....

Top 10 Ordinary Items That Made People Rich 10Gläce Luxury Ice Co. Ice Cubes—$325 What started as a business school project, Gläce Luxury Ice Co. sells what is claims to be the very best way to cool your drink. Their ice cubes and ice spheres are perfectly geometrically correct, and they claim that, mathematically, they most efficiently chill your drink. The ice is available in bags of 50 Cubes, 50 Spheres, or a 25 Cube/ 25 Sphere mixed bag....

Since then, there have been wireless controls, rumble packs, motion controls, audio feedback, effective VR, etc. These immersive experiences achievable by previously unimaginable technological innovations are picking up at an exponential rate, leaving us without proper time to truly digest just how capable the most recent generations of video games are at mirroring reality. And mirror reality they do. Here are ten of the most realistic video games out there, in one way or another....