Throughout history, we have seen a number of dreadful tragedies that led to enormous number of casualties. While some disasters, like volcano eruptions, floods and earthquake, are easily understood; others were just outright weird. 10. Gates of Hell In 1971, a natural gas exploration effort began in Derweze, Turkmenistan to tap a huge cavern filled… Continue reading Top 10 Weirdest Disasters
10 Most Famous Escapees
Some people were able to make daring, yet spectacular escape attempts that we never thought possible. Some of these escapees may be criminals, but it doesn’t stop us from admiring their wit and courage. 10. Hugo Grotius Hugo Grotius or Huig de Groot was a jurist who laid important foundations of international law. During his… Continue reading 10 Most Famous Escapees
10 Famous Rapper-Actors
While there has been no shortage of pop singers turned to acting career, rappers also appear on quite a few films. Nevertheless, their impacts on the film industry have been felt since the last couple of decades. 10. Eminem Eminem or Marshall Bruce Mathers III is an American rapper, songwriter, record producer and actor. He… Continue reading 10 Famous Rapper-Actors
10 Ten Funniest Fat Comedians
Being a comedian isn’t easy and making people laugh is always a serious business. Many times, they don’t know whether the audience will actually laugh at the jokes and lines poked. Then again, there are many oversized entertainers that gain popularity and good name in this industry. Luckily, being fat often have an advantage of… Continue reading 10 Ten Funniest Fat Comedians
10 Most Decisive Ancient Generals
Throughout ancient times there have been a number of military leaders to note. This list focuses on generals who lived before 1 AD. Unlike present-day’s generals, ancient leaders had fewer options during the battle; nevertheless they managed to bring decisive victories that are rarely matched afterwards: 10. Lucius Cornelius Scipio Asiaticus Battle of Magnesia (Loss… Continue reading 10 Most Decisive Ancient Generals
10 Famous Writers Who Went To Jail
Imprisonment is one of the common ways to intimidate writers with socially or politically dissident works. Even with their very life continuously threatened, many writers continue to release inspiring words. Still, a few writers were reckless enough to do questionable acts that led to their time in prison. 10. William Burroughs William S. Boroughs was… Continue reading 10 Famous Writers Who Went To Jail
Top 10 Most Famous Disappearances
Countless people were missing throughout history and many left no evidence of their whereabouts. These are some notable disappearances that captured public attention and some continue to be famous, long after they occur: 10. Sean Flynn Two journalists, Sean Flynn and Dana Stone disappeared on April 1970, while traveling by motorcycles in Cambodia. They were… Continue reading Top 10 Most Famous Disappearances
10 Hollywood Movie Stars That Should Get an Oscar
It may not seem fair, but during its 84-year history; the Academy Awards events have left in their wake many amazing actors and actress that should win an Oscar, but went home without the shiny golden guy. These are ten of them: 10. Deborah Kerr Deborah Kerr was a Scottish TV and film actress, who… Continue reading 10 Hollywood Movie Stars That Should Get an Oscar
10 Famous Scientists Killed By Their Experiments
Science can become a risky career. Scientists sometimes tread unsafely into the unknown in attempt to find truth. Although some of their scientific methods seem foolish and ill-advised, their sacrifices clearly make our life better: 10. Jesse Lazear Jesse William Lazear was an American scientist and physician from the John Hopkins Hospital. In the end… Continue reading 10 Famous Scientists Killed By Their Experiments
10 Worst Traders of All Time
Encouraged by their past success, some traders are compelled to act recklessly and independently of others – often to the detriment of the firm that employs them, clients and many other unsuspecting individuals. In the trading world, huge profit can be achieved through high risk investments and these what happen when things go wrong: 10.… Continue reading 10 Worst Traders of All Time