Month: April 2020

How is it possible, after twelve years, that Listverse has never published a list of the best comedy TV series?! Well, it’s time to correct that grievous wrong. I happen to be fanatical about comedy; until I stopped watching TV and movies entirely, it was my genre of choice. I could binge-watch for days on

We recently published a list on disgusting foods the Chinese eat. We were liberally called names (you can guess which ones) and accused of a bias that ignores our own awesome European (and European-originating) cultures’ foods that may be stomach turning. Obviously a number of these are going to be historic as we tend not

“YouTube is not a site for people under 13,” YouTube spokesman Farshad Shadloo told the Washington Post.[1] Perhaps not, but kids programming is the most popular category on the platform. In fact, four of the top five US channels feature kid content.[2] Top 10 Crazy YouTube Channels Where People Risk Their Lives In a USA

Classical music usually soothes with its dulcet tones. Usually. But sometimes it is raw and shocking. Sometimes it expresses the side of man that we avoid the consideration of. This list looks at ten such pieces of music. None of these pieces pre-date the 20th century which, when you consider that art mimics society, is

Movies are an art form, and like any work of art, they are appreciated, critiqued, beloved, and hated by the many people who see them. Someone may watch a film and walk away offended and angry while another may weep in joy at what they saw. It’s subjective, like most works of art. Top 10

When we look through the photo albums of our childhood days; often we are filled with heart-warming emotions as we remember the good times. However, these following childhood photos tell a very different story when they are viewed in a much darker perspective—these are the world’s notorious serial killers in their early years. 10 Creepy

Coca-Cola was invented in 1886 by a pharmacist named Dr. John Smith Pemberton. Since it’s inception it has quickly become one of the largest and most influential companies in the world. Love or hate their drinks, everyone knows what Coca Cola is. But what many people may not know is the dark history and facts

The true crime genre has become one of the most popular and prolific categories in today’s media landscape. Many people find themselves drawn to the more violent and sinister side of society. They revel in both fascination and disgust at the real events that are thankfully so foreign to their everyday lives. While we may

Forget about Kylie Jenner, Selena Gomez, and Beyonce—dog influencers are taking over the Instagram spotlight. Just like big celebrities, the dogs of Instagram maintain their wealth and elite status through sponsorships, event appearances, modeling, and more. It starts with a brand approaching the owner to form a partnership. Once a dog’s account reaches one million

Telemarketers have to be some of the most hated people on the planet. Nobody wants a sleazy salesperson to bother him at home and try to weasel money out of him over the phone. It definitely takes a certain kind of person to do such a job because most telemarketers don’t last longer than a

The conviction of Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein was a victory for those who have fought for justice in sexual abuse cases. His sentence brought relief to both his victims and other women who have experienced sexual assault. However, his trial also marked the first and possibly the final chapter of the polarizing #MeToo movement. Some

Another week has gone by in what stands to be remembered as the longest year in human history. Much of the world remains in lockdown to stop the spread of the coronavirus, while world economies grow stagnant and hover within reach of a potential depression. Not everything that goes on is about the virus, as

It’s been a tough few weeks. It’s time to feel better. What better way to do that than by watching a heart-warming movie? Films that will inspire you, move you, or just make you laugh out loud. Here we have gathered together a selection of movies guaranteed to make you forget your troubles. So just

It is said by those who have had first-hand experience there, that Skinwalker Ranch – a 500-plus acre strip of land in Utah – is one of the, if not the strangest place on the planet. Indeed, it is widely accepted to be a hub of strange goings-on and has been for decades. Here are

Getting in shape may be one of your top priorities, but it’s harder to accomplish it during the coronavirus outbreak. Gyms across the nation are closed to help prevent the spread of the Coronavirus. If you’re having withdrawals from the gym, take advantage of the time to get a little creative around your house. There

“There’s nothing on.” We’ve all uttered those words, especially since lockdowns and quarantines have left most of us housebound for the foreseeable future. Click, click, click… 200 channels of rubbish. Oh look… it’s season 7 of The Curse of Oak Island,[1] a show where a team of questionably intelligent treasure hunters spends a full hour

Even during a time of mandatory separation, music has the power to bring people together. Amid the distancing and loneliness that COVID-19 has thrust upon us, music lovers from around the world are finding hope and comfort in amazing music video collaborations. 10 Heartwarming Stories To Restore Your Faith In Humanity 10 We Are the

There’s something about great movie villains that drive a movie like no hero ever could. Where would Luke Skywalker be without his father, and would anyone watch 12 Monkeys without John Doe? No, of course not, since that would be boring, but it takes a lot of talent to bring a perfect villain to the

Thanks to Netflix, COVID-19 stay-at-home orders are a little more bearable. On March 20, 2020, the uber-popular streaming service released Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem, and Madness, and the world hunkered down for its next binge-watch. 10 Well Known Movies With Bizarre Backstories Tiger King features Joe Exotic, founder of Greater Wynnewood Exotic Animal Park (aka,

It is no news that most governments are struggling to contain the COVID-19 pandemic. Things are no different with terrorists, who are often the de facto government in areas under their control. Top 10 Ways The US Accidentally Helped Terrorism Most terror groups are already feeling the heat of the first wave of the pandemic,

The American frontier was a brutal environment. A land with few to no laws meant situations were often handled in dark and unusual ways. Violence was often a first resort. At other times, it was the natural world that posed the biggest threat to human survival. Nature on the frontier was vast and unforgivable. Here

The mind can stumble over simple things. At times, a biological glitch is responsible. Then we see the wrong colors, cannot stop eating, or struggle to look honest during a conversation. Other triggers have no explanation for why they mess with the mind—like being offered a hat or a cookie. Then people float out of

Cats may hold the top position in our hearts, but some of them also hold very real job titles. Dogs may be more accommodating to their bosses (and owners), but cats have nonetheless received stellar performance reviews throughout the centuries. The famous feline attitude simply indicates that they do it for the love of the

When there was no effect treatment for most infectious diseases in the past, the best advice that medical minds could give you was the Latin phrase Cito, longe, tarde (“Leave quickly, go far away, and come back slowly”). Fleeing a plague and sitting it out in the countryside was one of the only things most

Another week has gone by, and 2020 appears to be going for the gold as the longest year in the history of mankind. COVID-19 is pretty much all anyone can talk about, and because of this, it utterly dominates the news. Top 10 Worst Plagues In History While most newsworthy items are about the spread of

I was inspired to create this list by all those disturbing movie fans who are sick of being recommended A Clockwork Orange, Midsommar, and a Serbian Film. We’ve been there. We’ve done that. It’s time for some original content. Top 10 Harrowing Depictions of Insanity In Movies If you’re looking for violence, gore, or just

True crime stories can frighten and excite us at the same time. We reach for the latest book on the shelf ready for another look into the sadistic world of serial killers and mass murderers to ask ourselves more questions about their dark world. What is it that makes them tick? How did they become

The Covid-19 pandemic is changing the world in unexpected and unprecedented ways, going well beyond wild animals reclaiming urban spaces and amateur music performances on Instagram. At the time of writing this, close to two million people around the world have tested positive for the virus with over 125,000 deaths,[1] and the projections go well

It’s probably fair to say that most people at the moment have a lot more time on their hands. So a lot more people will be getting handsy. While there might be worries about a lock-down baby boom in nine months time it may be that sex is one of the best ways to deal

People love movies. There is almost nothing better than watching an epic tale unfolding on the big screen while you sit on the edge of your seat munching on popcorn. But behind the scenes there are often terrible sacrifices made in order to get the movie out into the world. People die, are injured or