When we think of mummies, most of us immediately imagine Egypt. However, people have been finding ways to preserve the bodies of their dead across all continents for thousands of years. Add to that the number of people who have been “accidentally” mummified by the natural conditions in which they died, and you’ll see that

Under the Uniform Commercial Code, Article 9, security interest holders in all 50 US states are generally permitted to repossess goods if a debtor has failed to fulfill their contractual obligations. This seemingly straightforward task that repo men and women face on a daily basis is often arduous, with perilous uncertainties. More than a few

When we read about 19th-century serial killers, there’s often a dark and eerie twist to their story that reminds us of a time when murder really was at its most horrid. The 19th century was a time when the macabre was everywhere, and if a deadly, incurable disease didn’t kill you first, then a rogue

Since its inception as a science, archaeology has taught us a lot about ourselves, our ancestors, and what the world was like in the distant past. It offers us a glance into the histories of various cultures and delivers a narrative of their collective lives. The Germanic tribes were societies of ancient Europe, various peoples

When it comes to humanity, very little in life shows us who we really are as well as the way we express ourselves through sex. From sex habits to sex laws, our sexuality tells us a lot about ourselves in many, many other facets of life, such as the way we view and care for

In August 2018, Trish Regan, who hosts The Intelligence Report with Trish Regan on Fox Business Network, created quite a stir when she disparaged Venezuela and Denmark in a searing commentary about socialism. In the US, a rising socialist movement, spearheaded by politicians such as Independent Bernie Sanders and Democrat Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, points to Denmark

As the Netflix Stranger Things series is set to enter its third season next year, the Internet is full of theories and possible explanations for the show. With its huge following, it’s no wonder many viewers take to the web to share their ideas on the inner workings of the Upside Down, the characters’ purposes,

The death penalty is the ultimate punishment for criminals to suffer. Even though this method of correction has seen a drastic decline in use in modern times, back in the old days, it was an everyday thing to see someone executed by the authorities. Often, convicted criminals were tortured and killed in brutal ways to

Photos dominate the modern world as they never have before. We’re saturated with professional pictures, selfies, and everything in between. We’re used to plenty of mundane images; any social media profile can provide those. And we’ve all seen the sensational pictures embedded in every meme and news report. Yet it’s the combination of the mundane

When we’re asked to think about the Mayan civilization, human sacrifice and great architecture steal nearly every thought. There are many other intriguing and unique aspects that are just beginning to color our understanding of this long-gone culture. Ruins give insights into unusual cities and how leaders ruled. Meanwhile, art gives unexpected glimpses into daily

We thought that Listverse could use a bit more positivity and show that not everything has to be doom and gloom. In this list, we take a look at 10 news items meant to lift your spirits and inspire. Of course, if you prefer peculiar to positive, check out the offbeat list here. We have

When it comes to lawsuits concerning the food industry, someone has to be in the wrong. Often, we’ll find that a company is trying to deceive its customers, but in some cases, the customers themselves can make some pretty outlandish claims. While it’s true that most lawsuits are pretty straightforward, a select few of them

On the morning of April 30, 1943, off the southwest coast of Spain, a local sardine fisherman made the gruesome discovery of a lifeless body floating in the water. The dead man, who appeared to be a soldier with a black briefcase chained to his waist, was quickly brought ashore and handed over to the

The Ozark Mountains (aka Ozark Plateau) hold ground in four different states: Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Kansas. This region consists of two separate mountain ranges and covers 122,000 square kilometers (47,000 mi2). It is also the setting for the Netflix crime drama of the same name that features Jason Bateman and Laura Linney as Marty

Throughout the ages, different cultures have had vastly different sexual practices, ranging from mundane to bizarre. Like culture itself, sexuality is more than just a means of procreation; it is an expression of the dominant ideas of the time and can tell us a lot about what’s floating around in the collective zeitgeist of a

Keeping up with the news is hard. So hard, in fact, that we’ve decided to save you the hassle by rounding up the most significant, unusual, or just plain old mind-blowing stories each week. After two weeks’ absence, Morris M. is back to guide you through the dimly lit forest of headlines in search of

Since the dawn of time, a problem has haunted a section of mankind. They just can’t stop their hair from falling out. With the hair loss industry estimated to be worth almost $3 billion, it is little wonder that many people have invented weird and wonderful treatments for this perpetual problem. From the ancient Egyptians

Colombian drug lord Griselda Blanco was known as “La Madrina” (“The Godmother”) after she successfully pioneered a Miami-based cocaine drug trade for nearly five decades from the 1950s to the early 2000s. The murderous matriarch stood only 152 centimeters (5’0″) tall. But she was feared by many and even dubbed the “Female Tony Montana” due

There is more to luminescence than fireflies and glow-in-the-dark toys. Fluorescence, which is mostly absorbed light being released, is responsible for some of the most awe-inspiring natural spectacles and scientific discoveries. In recent years, glowing has shown up in strange places, in unexpected species, and in surprising ways that are invisible to the human eye.

The roots of American racism run deep. The country’s troubled history of infighting over the ideal that all men are created equal has often clashed with the harsh reality of life for people of color. Racial prejudice has always haunted the United States, and it continues in many corners of the country today. Although the

The avocado is potentially both the most loved and the most hated fruit of our time. (Yes, fruit—for those who may be late to the avo-craze. Technically, it’s a big berry with one large seed inside that’s known as a pit or stone. Bottom line, it’s not a vegetable.) We love it on our toast,

There have been countless movies and TV shows depicting terrifying tales of hauntings that have resulted in hideous deaths, but do any of them have their basis in reality? While stories of poltergeists are rife, has anyone actually died as the result of an encounter with a ghost? While no coroner has ever been known

We tend to think we live in a time of sexual liberty, lusty debauchery, and sleazy hookups, an era of Tinder and college parties. But, in actuality, we have some pretty stiff competition when we reach back into history and look to our ancestors and the kings, queens, nobleman, military leaders, emperors, and even prehistoric

It is difficult to believe that anyone could be born evil. Children appear so innocent that it’s hard to imagine that some of them could become notorious serial killers only a few decades later. However, that is exactly what happened in these cases as these cold-blooded monsters all stole other people’s lives in the most

It’s not all tea, crumpets, and royal weddings in the United Kingdom. In fact, Britain is home to some downright bizarre and truly weird and wonderful festivals. To some outsiders, the Brits may seem prim, proper, and a bit too serious at times. But a closer look will dispel that notion. From ancient pagan rites

Our human ancestors didn’t have the luxury of modern medicine that we enjoy today. They had to deal with the raw pain of surgical procedures using nothing more than natural remedies and “cures” from old wives’ tales. No licensed practitioners administered anesthesia to make these patients completely numb or render them unconscious. Thus, plants and

Many serial killers collect twisted and chilling souvenirs, often referred to as “trophies,” from the scenes of their crimes. This can be anything from a lock of their victim’s hair to one of their personal belongings. But what happens when a serial killer likes to document a cold-blooded murder in a photograph? Even worse, what

History is a fickle thing. Sometimes, the simplest events are immortalized while major events are forgotten. But the beauty of the Internet is that we can bring forgotten accomplishments out of the shadows and shine a light on them again. The achievements of these women are something that should not go uncredited or unknown. These

Cannibalism: the act of eating a member of one’s own species. It is as brutal and bizarre as it gets, and make no mistake—humans are not exempt from the practice. In fact, humans have been practicing cannibalism for as long as there have been humans. It is very probable that each and every single person

Few historical figures have been more vilified than the Roman emperor Nero. In fact, his very name has become synonymous with evil, debauchery, and decadence. After all, he’s been blamed for setting fire to Rome, murdering his mother, erecting a 37-meter (120 ft) statue of himself, and torturing Christians—all contributing to his enduring legacy and