It is natural, perhaps, when you are nearing the end of your life, to take stock and look back with some regrets. Whilst most people try to make peace with their families, or regret not appreciating what they have, or, perhaps even losing touch with someone close to them, some people, it seems have bigger

The moon is one of the visible features of the night sky. Little wonder humans have blamed it for almost everything they cannot find answers to. While the moon is usually innocent—as you are about to find out—it is not always so. The moon has sometimes turned up guilty of accusations leveled against it. These

I am very excited to announce, on this first day of the new decade, that we are launching our YouTube Channel today. You may recall in the past that we had a channel with a number of videos that were outsourced for production. They are not longer available and from today the channel will be

Good morning 2020! A lot can change in ten years. Over the past decade, we’ve seen the start of a new race to Mars, the commercial release of self-driving cars, and the first photograph of a black hole. And over the next ten years, the changes are going to be even more incredible. See Also:

Ten of our best writers put their heads together and came up with a collaborative list of the ten most significant events of the last ten years. This is a first for Listverse and, as the last list we publish in the 2010s, it is a fitting transition to the New Year and new decade.

Innovations in technology come all the time, and companies are continually working to improve their technology to take the lead in the marketplace. Each year, something new is introduced that changes the game, and when there’s something truly special, the world of technology is changed forever. See Also: 10 ‘Green’ Products That Are Bad For

FBI Special Agent John Douglas is the man known as “Mindhunter.” The nickname originates from the 1995 book that he wrote alongside Mark Olshaker. The book profiles Douglas’s creation of the FBI’s Investigative Support Unit, formerly known as the Bureau’s Behavioral Science unit. Douglas and fellow agent Robert “Bob” Ressler interviewed hundreds of killers in

When many of us think of New Year’s traditions, noisemakers, champagne, a ball drop, counting down the minutes, and maybe a kiss comes to mind. Some people may do these things wearing adult diapers knowing rest rooms will be scant in Times Square, some people in North Carolina may be watching a live opossum drop

Cycling in the Victorian era meant freedom and independence for a moderate cost. Women wore special cycle wear that allowed them flexibility whilst still preserving their modesty beneath long and heavy skirts. Gentlemen cycled in their top hats, children had tricycles and babies had their pushchairs attached to bicycles with which cycling nannies would perambulate

The definition of ‘mysterious’ has changed drastically over the centuries. What may have been a baffling secret of nature in, say, the 13th century would be common knowledge by now, as our understanding of the world has got a lot better, thanks to steady advancements in science and technology. That’s not to say that mysteries

Weapons are the idiomatic double-edged sword. They could kill or save lives, depending on how they are used. Over the years, creative minds have developed ways of converting deadly weapons into peaceful items. It could be for art, fashion or more practical reasons like preventing famines and generating electricity. The weapons here range from small

The art of film holds a very special place in many of our hearts. Transporting us to unique and creative worlds that capture our attention and our imaginations. No film would be complete without a great set to further immerse its viewers in the setting that it’s trying to sell us. Most films are brought

Despite what the media would have you believe, we’re actually living in the most peaceful time in human history. There’s no doubt that the world is in a bit more chaos than it was, say, five years ago, but largely, it’s still way better than even fifty years ago. We’re just more connected than ever,

For most performers, the idea that an actor must always keep going, is so deeply ingrained that it becomes a reflex response. For many professionals, the thought of stopping mid-performance, for any reason, seems unthinkable. See Also: 10 Heartbreaking Backstories Of Famous Sideshow Freaks While this may, ordinarily, be an admirable sentiment, it can cause

If last year we remembered some of the most spectacular findings of 2018 concerning space exploration, this year has been no less fruitful in the discovery of new cosmic facts. 2019 is also an important year, since it is the last year of a decade that has given us unimaginable knowledge about the universe around

They should have seen it coming. Whether you take stock in psychics, there is no doubt they stir powerful emotions. Fortune-tellers work in a shadowy realm where superstition, hope, fear, and money meld – and the results can be explosive. As a result, diviners have fallen victim to particularly savage slayings. Beheadings, execution-style shootings, stabbings,

Christianity has been one of the most influential and widespread religions since it was first adopted by the Romans and Greeks nearly two millennia ago. In 2,000 years of history, there have been great Christian leaders, prophets, scientists, politicians, and warriors, many of whom worked to change the world. See Also: Top 10 Relics of

A variety of traditions have developed over the centuries since Christmas was first celebrated. Although many are familiar, a few relatively new ones have appeared, and some of the older, more conventional ones have been given twists that make them fresh and, often, surprising. The 10 twists to Christmas traditions new and old on this

Christmas is coming, and fast. Last minute shopping is underway, and the temptation to pick up a ton of cheap toys and go quantity over quality is getting ever stronger. If you haven’t picked up any of this year’s crop of presents yet, the temptation is even stronger, and if you were to happen across

Christmas is here again and with it comes a host of traditions such as lighting the Christmas tree, attending church or mass on the day and having a scrumptious meal with loved ones after opening a horde of presents. Traditions differ around the world, with some being a bit strange and others downright weird. On

Secret groups, police operations and high-tech tests are not normally associated with Christmas cards. Yet these and other facts give this holiday tradition its quirky side. The cards also have enemies among health experts and astronomers while historians use them to bookmark events, like the JFK assassination. Then there are the people who should really

A hoax is usually defined as a humorous deception. While people may set out to deceive for all sorts of reasons – money, pride, guilt, being just a few, the hoaxer’s motives are purer. They will spend days, sometimes years, perpetuating the hoax for their own private amusement. Some hoaxers go to enormous trouble, time

Electrocution is a horrible way to die. Cell phones, science experiments, tasers, faulty wires, and even ordinary outlets can be delivery systems for shocking deaths. Accidental electrocution fatalities are common, and homicides involving electrical torture occur with terrifying frequency. Sometimes, electricity is even used as the murder weapon. See Also: 10 Shocking Myths About Electricity

While millions perished under the Nazi regime throughout Europe, thousands survived to tell their stories and help to prosecute the cruel perpetrators of the Holocaust who escaped at the end of the war. While every survivor has their story to tell, some went on to lead successful lives in the public eye as politicians, writers,

Books, films, and all manner of popular culture can amuse, inspire, and enlighten. But sometimes pop culture has…darker consequences. Countless acts of lethal violence have been inspired by art, ranging from suicide epidemics and copycat killings to radio station riots and outright global war. See Also: 10 Pop Culture Icons With Cleverly Hidden Insults 10

Prostitution is not just the world’s oldest profession; it is also one of the most ancient forms of worship. For millennia, sacred prostitutes have brought glory to their faith. Some work to profit their patron temple or deity. Others practice “imitative magic” – reenacting divine copulation in fertility rituals. Occasionally sex is used as an

Cannibalism is a taboo and a reality. Humans eat humans for religion, revenge, hunger, and art. There is more than one way to prepare human flesh. The methods for cooking cannibalistic cuisine are as varied as the reasons for engaging in the forbidden activity. WARNING: some of the text on this list is quite disturbing.

Conspiracy theories seem to have become a cultural staple. From aliens, to doppelgängers, to faked deaths, to lost twins, and even secret cults, there is more or less a conspiracy theory for everything. And although it may seem a bit strange, no one is above being included in a conspiracy theory… or believing in one.

Physicians don’t just use awful handwriting to stop us from knowing whatever they write. They also use slang to stop us from understanding whatever they are saying. See Also: Top 10 Codes You Aren’t Meant To Know Medical terms are sometimes humorous and used to explain some hilarious medical scenario. Others are used to hide

Imagine the pressure of being a detective on the hunt for a crazed serial killer. You know it’s only a matter of time before the murderer strikes again and more innocent lives are claimed. You’re working around the clock; piecing together certain clues, witness statements, and crime scene evidence. Then, the sinister serial killer finally