10 Images by Street Artist, Banksy
“When you go to an art gallery, you are simply a tourist looking at the trophy cabinet of a few millionaires” – Banksy Some call it street art. Some call it graffiti. Some people love Banksy and some people hate him. His satirical artwork is on display across the world. They are sometimes humorous and sometimes, controversial. Often, they have a serious message and make anti-war and anti-establishment... [Read more]
Top 10 Evil Doctors
Doctors are said to be people that help those who are sick or in need of medical treatment. Most doctors are seen as benevolent towards society as a whole, but maybe not by those people who need to get their routine vaccinations. Though we hope our doctors are nothing less than helpful and trustworthy, throughout history, there have been extremely evil doctors who have ruined lives, and even killed... [Read more]
Top 10 Richest Billionaires in the World
The 10 Richest Billionaires in the World, and Where They Got Their Money The recession has taken its toll even on the wealthy. Recently, the World Wealth Report found that 2009 was ushered in with fewer billionaires than previously. However, there are still plenty of billionaires in the world. Indeed, even though people like Bill Gates and Warren Buffett lost billions due to the stock market crash... [Read more]
Top 10 Weirdest CIA Programs
Over the years, the American Central Intelligence Agency has gained a reputation for being the most far-reaching, sophisticated, and effective government intelligence agency on the planet. At the same time, the CIA has also become known for its incredible paranoia and propensity to undertake costly, sometimes illegal, and often downright absurd projects in the name of gaining an edge on the competition.... [Read more]
Top 10 Most Haunted Cities in the U.S.
Visit even the smallest of towns in the U.S. and you’re likely to hear some local ghost stories and discover a few haunted houses. But some American cities have gained the reputation for being particularly ghost-ridden thanks to their rich and often bizarre historical backgrounds. The following are ten of the most haunted cities to steer away from—or toward, if you dare—this Halloween. 10. San... [Read more]
10 Creepy Places in America
There are just too many creepy places in America for this list to be the top 10, but these 10 destinations are all near the top of the list in terms of all-in-all creep factor. With Halloween fast approaching this list is appropriate and if you live near any of the places you may want to take a visit and see what you have been missing. From an axe murder’s home to a witch’s cave and a ghostly... [Read more]
Top 10 Ghost Ships
Ghost ships, or phantom ships, make up a big part of the seafaring lore that has been passed down by sailors and fisherman throughout the years. The ships are said to be spectral apparitions that materialize on the horizon before quickly disappearing, and they are believed to be a sign of bad things to come. The term is also used to describe abandoned vessels that are found adrift with no crew or passengers,... [Read more]
Top 10 Embarrassing Halloween Costumes
Okay, I’ll admit some of these costumes caused me to chuckle but I wouldn’t be caught dead wearing any of these in public or in private, for that matter. I give full credit to the brave people who could put pride aside and wear any of these embarrassing Halloween costumes for the enjoyment of others on Halloween. 10. Bat Child – All Grown Up Remember that hilarious old cover of the... [Read more]
Top 10 Starting Pitchers since 2000
Major League pitchers have come and gone through the ages. Today’s game is known for the home run and the game has fewer and fewer feared pitchers. Some start on fire and then fade while others suffer through a learning curve and develop into a great pitcher. But consistency is what separates the good from the great and the following list will show who has been the most dominant pitchers in the MLB... [Read more]
Top 10 Most Influential Women
Throughout our history there have been women whom without their contributions the world we live in would be a completely different place. Each of these women will be continue to remembered well into the future for the way they changed popular opinion. This being said there are many deserving women who did not make this list, so to clarify, when I was creating this list I put a lot of thought into what... [Read more]
Top 10 Myths About Sex
There is a lot of sex talk out there, but there are just as many fallacies finding their way between the sheets as there are truths. Now we all know that the size of a man’s appendage versus his outer extremities (hand, head, foot) has no proven correlation, and nor does the act of self-gratification stand to make one go blind. There are however several myths that have not been publicly chastised... [Read more]
Top 10 Star Wars Pumpkin Carvings
Well, it’s almost Halloween, and with that time of year artists come out of the pumpkin patch. Yes, pumpkin carving and Jack-O-Lanterns are all the rage during October. What was once a simple art form using a butcher knife or a way to scare of evil spirits, has given way to a more sophisticated and less bloody art form: pumpkin sculpting. While there may not be a “David” in these... [Read more]
Top 10 Failed Military Inventions
Simply, a military invention is one that was invented by the military in order to improve and advance certain military tactics, missions, or overall existence. Today, many of the most common military inventions, such as the GPS or Internet, or used by civilians as well. When thinking about military inventions, you probably think about things such as high-tech military airplanes like the Stealth bomber,... [Read more]
Top 10 Bizarre Healing Treatments
In today’s world when we think of healing someone, you probably think of medicine, vaccinations, and other common things that every doctor seems to use. However, in the past, before medicine wasn’t nearly as advanced as it is today, there were plenty of bizarre techniques used in order to heal or cure someone. Below is a list of some of the weirdest medical healing treatments that have ever been... [Read more]
Top 10 Suicidal Writers
From the earliest records of ancient civilizations to the most recent works produced by modernity, the history of literature bears witness to the creative power of the human mind. We have before us a vast library of stories, plays, and poetry to enjoy at our leisure, but in some cases this creativity came with a price – the life of the creator. A significant number of writers have struggled with... [Read more]
Top 10 Most Controversial Broadway Shows
The Broadway stage has always been a place where the freedom of expression runs wild. Some shows push the limits of what is acceptable in the theater and in society in general. This is a list of shows that went for it with complete disregard of the boundaries they were breaking. Some clips are from the movie version of the Broadway show because quality clips couldn’t be found from the actual... [Read more]
Top 10 Fictional Dystopias
The dictionary defines a dystopia as a state in which the conditions of life are extremely bad as from deprivation or oppression or terror. These scenarios have been the inspiration for countless novels and movies. They reflect our darkest fears and sometimes, actual elements in the modern world. THX 1138 George Lucas made his name with Star Wars but many film lovers cite this cult movie from 1971... [Read more]
Top 10 Reality TV Show Meltdowns
Having a meltdown is very natural for any person. An overflow of emotions can cause you to lose self control and act abnormally and we have all been affected by this at one point or another. But to have a meltdown on television in front of millions of viewers can make you seem a little more insane rather than a just upset. Most people say that these on TV meltdowns and breakdowns are the major reason... [Read more]
Top 10 Countries to Drink the Local Alcohol
Alcohol is almost ubiquitous and used for a variety of occasions. Although the customs and the rituals with which alcohol is consumed are as varied as the places they come from, the appeal of alcohol still remains universal. So, if you think Jim Beam is too soft for your palette or have grown sick of the local beer, a trip to one of these locations can revitalize your taste buds and help you come away... [Read more]
Top 10 British Crime Films
Ever since the 1940s, British film studios have been consistently making great crime and gangster films with a singular style and feel to them. Whether it’s the black comedies of the 1950s, the realistic, hard-boiled thrillers of the 1970s, or the flashy, fast-paced work of recent directors like Guy Ritchie, the following are ten of the best British crime movies that have been released over the years.... [Read more]
