The first of April is widely recognized and celebrated as All Fools’ Day. The master of irony, Mark Twain, once said that “April 1. is the day upon which we are reminded of what we are on the other three hundred and sixty-four”. Believe it or not, some of the biggest companies and governments get…
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The world’s most powerful search engine loves to celebrate April Fool’s Day. It has been an annual tradition for Google to put together some of the most creative and memorable hoaxes. Whether it’s the Manpower Search system, MentalPlex or Translate for Animals BETA, the people behind Google continue to prove every year that they can…
The development of spoken languages is probably the most significant development in communications in the history of the world. Since mankind first developed language, languages have developed into a multitude of varieties, a diversity which endures to this day. Here is a list of the top ten languages, grouped by the number of native speakers.…
J-pop, short for Japanese pop, is, according to Wikipedia, a loosely-defined musical genre that entered the musical mainstream of Japan in the 1990s. Modern J-pop has its roots in 1960s music such as The Beatles and replaced kayokyoku (“Lyric Singing Music”, a term for Japanese pop music from the 1920s to the 1980s) in the Japanese music scene.…
Elizabeth Taylor passed away yesterday (March 23, 2011) and Hollywood lost one of its most influential and talented stars. “Liz” was born in London, England to American parents and she took dual-nationality from both countries: a two-time Oscar winner for Best Actress, she was also a Dame of the British Empire (DBE), though her later…
Whether you’re barmy for Bratwurst or loopy for a Lincolnshire, the humble sausage has been a favourite for pork-lovers for centuries. However, the tasty pork parcels have not always been as easily accepted as they are today and history records sausages being at the centre of many bizarre and often controversial events. Here are 10…
Some animals take tender, loving care of their babies. Others just dump off a few thousand and hope some of them aren’t eaten…and then there are parents like these, who engage in slightly less conventional but no less effective parenting techniques. These are animals who had it rough or had it just plain strange growing…
Ireland’s long history is riddled with ancient mythology and folklore. Ireland’s ancient societies, the Druids and the Celtics, believed in the power of magic and many of these beliefs spread to modern day legends told again and again across the country. Stories of warriors with all the knowledge of the world, fairies playing pranks on…
Tara Myers is hitting the news as the Missouri school teacher outed for her porn star past. With porn stars typically having a relatively short working life, what is a girl to do after her working life in front of the camera comes to an end? In some instances, porn stars see the light and…
Mardi Gras in New Orleans isn’t just a reason for locals and tourists alike to party in the streets. The carnival season is surrounded by mystery, secrets and traditions that go back hundreds of years. From the colors of the costumes, to the riders on the floats to King Cake, everything that takes place during…
Most of you probably know that caterpillars turn into butterflies, and maggots into houseflies; both examples of an animal transforming from a “larval” to “adult” stage. Besides these famous insects, however, are thousands of other species who undergo bizarre and extreme transformations during their life cycle. Larval stages are especially extreme in creatures of the…
Some of the biggest Indie bands out there today gained their popularity from the originality brought by the voice of their vocalists. These vocalists add a distinctive sound that makes Indie music what it is- an offbeat, eclectic mix of instruments, vocals, and lyrics that strays from the beaten path. 10. Ben Gibbard Ben Gibbard,…
In the 80 or so years of its existence, the Academy Awards has made some poor choices. Dances With the Wolves over Goodfellas? Bleh. And try finding someone who could justify The Greatest Show On Earth or Around the World In 80 Days winning- let alone getting nominated. The list goes on. We know what…
From high-speed crashes to explosions and heart-stopping plunges over the edge, ‘death by car’ has often proved one of the most popular vehicles for film makers when it comes to delivering high-impact drama in death scenes. Of all the meet-your-maker-in-a-motor scenes to ever be captured on celluloid, here is a list of the very best.…
Ah, 1950s horror films… Part sci-fi flick. Part action-adventure. Part scary movie. 100% creepy! These movies are all true cinema classics and well worth watching. If you’re older than 35 like me, chances are you grew up watching re-runs of these movies on “pre-cable” television. (You know, back in the days when there were only…
Beer festivals are very popular around the world. They are occasions of good cheer and opportunities for the community to gather and celebrate its passion for great beer. Of these beer festivals, the top ten are listed below. 10. American Craft Beer Fest Bringing better beer to the population is the motto of the BeerAdvocate…
In the min 90s HBO aired a comedy show created by David Cross and Bob Odenkirk. If those names don’t sound familiar to most of you, then I will give you two shows to think about, Arrested Development and Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job. Both shows are very funny, but very different in…
“Hooked on Internet? Help is a just a click away.” – Unknown The quote truly says it all. When it comes to the Internet, there is nothing that you can’t do. In today’s world, we are run by technology and the flow of updates to already existing technology seems to be never-ending. With that said,…
World War I will be remembered as one of the bloodiest wars in human history. Millions of soldiers died on both sides, and whole generations of young men were wiped out. Armies were bogged down in impenetrable trenches, resulting in thousands dying in futile assaults against fortified enemies. The war also introduced new and terrible…
The most surprising thing about the following list of the world’s worst money launderers is that, although managing to launder over US$50 billion between them, the combined total amount spent behind bars for their crimes is less than one year. We guess that really makes them the “best” money launderers, in a way. 10. Semion…
Every season networks broadcast new shows, eager to have fans tune in. Every season some shows just can’t seem to bring in enough viewers so they are canceled. Yet, once in a while, there comes a show that has such a strong fan base that they are able to bring a show back from being…
There are two things about horror movies that hold true no matter what. The one survivor is usually a white girl, and there will be sequels. Dozens upon dozens of sequels. But can a franchise really sustain so many sequels? We’re not so sure. Here are ten horror franchises that should have quit sooner: 10. Halloween…
Wine has been around for thousands of years, and has touched every major culture and cuisine in the world. A good meal with a lovely vintage is a little slice of heaven that most can appreciate. As your mind starts envisioning the perfect place to go wine tasting you probably think to places like Tuscany,…
We might like to pretend we’re above the infomercial, but recent research shows as many as 1 out of 3 Americans have pulled their credit cards out during a pitch. The track record of success spans nearly every aspect of business: beauty, personal care, business opportunities, collectables, weight loss products and house wares. The appeal…