Ultimate Top 10 Lists

Published on November 28, 2009 by NiMur90

Normally I reserve the lists on facts and myths to myself, but this one, recently sent in, was so interesting that I have decided to make an exception in this case. Be sure to share your own favorite factlets with us in the comments.

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10 Residents of the Capuchin Catacombs

Published on November 27, 2009 by MouseintheHouseMI

Being inspired by a radio show discussing the art and architecture of Italy, I stumbled upon the Capuchin Catacombs during a Google Internet vacation. Initially, I took a virtual tour of the catacombs out of morbid curiosity. It did not take long before that...

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Top 10 Unusual Cat Breeds

Published on November 26, 2009 by ladymiranoy

Cats have been associated with humans for at least 9,500 years, and are currently the most popular pet in the world. Cat owners know both how sweet and how mean they can be, but the cat world is more than squealing over kittens. Genetics and selective breeding...

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10 Great Moments in US History

Published on November 25, 2009 by SharonE

This week is thanksgiving week in the US, so it seems fitting that we should have a list especially for our American readers. This list looks at 10 of the great moments in the history of the US - ten of the reasons that you are giving thanks this week. These are...

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Top 10 Firsts in Feature Films

Published on November 24, 2009 by Sam27

Although this list has some overlap with a previous one, it concerns feature films alone, and I felt that Listverse needed to have a list like this compiling the first films to achieve things that are commonplace today. Enjoy, and please comment! This list is in...

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Yet Another 10 Commonly Believed Myths

Published on November 23, 2009 by JFrater

We have previous written three lists on this topic and it is always a very popular one. This time we look at facts that are very commonly held but completely wrong. Feel free to add your own to the comments for others to read.

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Top 10 Bizarre Tourist Attractions

Published on November 22, 2009 by Dash

Here is a list to help anyone heading off on a vacation. Instead of seeing the usual tourist attractions, why not check out some of this more offbeat ones? There is something for everyone and you may even end up making new friends with equally strange taste.

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Christmas Competition Reminder

Published on November 21, 2009 by JFrater

Since we last published our Christmas Competition rules we have had a huge influx of entries. The prizes are great (espeicially since the new iPod Nano now includes a video camera!). This is just a little reminder that there are but a few weeks to enter...

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10 More Must-See Episodes of the Twilight Zone

Published on November 21, 2009 by GlenS

Warning: spoilers. Just over a week ago we had our first list of must-see episodes of the Twilight Zone - the excellent show celebrating its fiftieth anniversary this year. I was so inspired that I began to download the whole set of episodes. I...

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Top 10 Scariest Filipino Monsters

Published on November 20, 2009 by gabi319

I mentioned in a comment in 15 Bogeymen from Around the World that a list could easily be made of just Filipino monsters and mythological creatures. Time to put my money where my mouth is (or rather put my fingers where my keyboard is) and submit this list! Here...

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Top 10 Badass Movie Villains

Published on November 19, 2009 by FlameHorse

While there is a little overlap with this previous list, the members of this list are all suited to it sufficiently to overlook the duplication. These are characters who are not necessarily evil to the core - that would be another list - and in some cases you...

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Top 10 Things You Should Never Discuss Online

Published on November 18, 2009 by Aaron

The late comedian George Carlin made a good living on his famous "Seven Words You Can Never Say on Television" monologue. In the monologue, he details seven particular words that one could never use on television (or radio either) regardless of intent or context...

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Top 10 New Year Traditions

Published on November 17, 2009 by SharonE

Just as the parties from Christmas begin to dwindle, preparations are started for the celebration of New Year. It is a time when even the least-likely party-goer will ready himself for a night of booze, singing, and food. This list looks at 10 of the most common...

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10 Great Achievements of the Human Mind

Published on November 16, 2009 by Riesstu

Man is a fortunate species. The marvelous (and still largely mysterious) complexity of the human brain has gifted him with speech, language, and the power of creative, abstract thought. Over thousands of years our intelligence has given us tools and technology...

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10 Movies That Are So Bad They Are Good

Published on November 15, 2009 by steeveedee

One of the things I like about Listverse is the way that some lists can be so divisive, especially the lists about movies. Film preference is certainly a matter of taste and opinion, however, there are certain qualities to some films that make them truly good...

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Top 10 Ancient Jobs That Sucked Big Time

Published on November 14, 2009 by JFrater

Work is getting harder and harder to find these days. No matter what your area of expertise, the recession is sucking us all dry. With the abundance of jobs and skilled workers for those jobs, the situation is exacerbated. This was not the case in ancient times...

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Top 10 Snipers in History

Published on November 13, 2009 by joetravolta

Concealment is key to becoming a great sniper. Highly trained marksmen who can shoot accurately from incredible distances with specialized training in high-precision rifles.

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Top 10 Tips for Urban Exploration

Published on November 12, 2009 by ianz09

What is urban exploration, you ask? Urban exploration is the act of delving into the darker side of one's local history, the unknown tidbits that have been obscured by fear, rumors, and time. As civilization encroaches upon nature, there is less and less to...

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Apology From JFrater

Published on November 11, 2009 by JFrater

This is to say that I am sorry for publishing the list on mass murders. I should have been more thorough in my checking of the numbers and I should have followed my first instinct (which normally I do) regarding the especially controversial subject matter. We...

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Top 10 Must-See Episodes of the Twilight Zone

Published on November 11, 2009 by Margg

This year (2009) celebrates the fiftieth anniversary of a classic television series: The Twilight Zone. Beginning in 1959 and running for five seasons, The Twilight Zone has definitely made its mark on our culture.

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