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One of the all-time scariest fictional villains, Hannibal Lecter has terrified moviegoers and book lovers for over 30 years. However, what’s even scarier is the fact that the liver-eating cannibal was based on a real killer.
Contrary to popular belief, there was no man named John P. Crapper who invented the flush toilet. However, a man named Thomas Crapper did make numerous improvements…
American capital cities have moved far more than you would suspect. This has been due to circumstances such as war, natural disasters and politics. Here are 4 American capital cities that have moved their locations. Montgomery, Alabama Montgomery is currently...
Learning how to extend the time you hold your breath can be valuable in a number of circumstances. Learning the fundamentals of proper breathing is a critical step before trying to hold your breath for considerable amounts of time, especially if you are...
With the abundance of plastic in the world today it seems we have created an insurmountable problem that will affect the environment for centuries to come. There is a pressing need to reduce the amount of plastic. Could caterpillars could...
Telekinesis and telepathy are often confused with each other, both by the general public and on TV. So, let’s set the record straight, and in the process give examples of accurate portrayal in pop culture. Telekinesis is defined by the...
We are all familiar with the story of Hansel and Gretel: little kids lost in the woods, witches with houses made of candy, trails of breadcrumbs. In fact, there have been many variations and adaptations since the first edition was...
A lion’s mane isn’t just there for protection: The color indicates the male’s strength and health, letting potential mates—or rivals—know just how powerful the lion is. The darker the man, the closer the male is to the top of his game. The color can fluctuate based on how much stress or trauma the lion has experienced.
Daniel Boone is one of the most iconic figures to have emerged from American history but his role in the American revolution is not so well understood. Perhaps better known as a frontiersman, the line between myth and legend was...
A lot of people become confused when the term Prime Minister (P.M.) is mentioned as a comparison with a president. They are similar positions in a lot of ways but there are also some important key differences as well. Here...
