September 2011

Mon

September 12, 2011

Bizarre

10 Famous Elephants and Their Bizarre Deaths
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It is tempting to grant the title of the world’s most intriguing animal to one of the great apes. But a chimp has more in common with us than not; for want of a mere chromosome he might discard his bananas for a... Read more
— by Mike Devlin

Recent comment by Ashley

Ugh this is heartbreaking. Those poor elephants :(

Sun

September 11, 2011

Science & Nature

10 People Who Have Improved Western Medicine
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We take a lot for granted in terms of medical care today. Whilst we still get ill sometimes, there is a range of medicines and treatments available. Our doctors have got a huge body of knowledge and experience to call... Read more
— by Vicky Griffiths

Recent comment by Vikas

I think you must add 'Sushruta' in your list. he is also known by the title "Father of Surgery."

Sat

September 10, 2011

Crime & Mystery

Top 10 Infamous Cat Burglars
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Professional burglary is a crime that is often dramatized in movies. The Hollywood master thief would drive expensive cars and live a rich lifestyle, only to commit daring and creative heists by night. Movie burglars... Read more
— by Josh Fox

Recent comment by top rated home security systems

What should you be looking for in your home security system of choice? Well there are many different characteristics that...

Fri

September 9, 2011

Miscellaneous

Top 10 Lost Cities
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Humans seem to have a need to imagine the past as grander than the present and that the ancients had some knowledge we have lost. This has been compounded by archaeological discoveries of important cities no one had... Read more
— by Ben Gazur

Recent comment by aspicco

Cahokia is a big oversight!

Thu

September 8, 2011

Science & Nature

Top 10 Most Important Astronomers
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Since the very dawn of humankind, our species has looked out upon the cosmos in awe of the glory of the heavens above. While the spectacular views offered by our night sky haven't changed a great deal over the eons, our... Read more
— by Eduardo Jaramillo

Recent comment by PhoenixElite

I think I would've put Aristarchus of Samos in the top 10, not just as an honorable mention.

Wed

September 7, 2011

History

Top 10 Shocking Historical Firsts
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The world is full of notable firsts. History tends to remember events that influence the scale of time. On May 29, 1953, at the age of 33, New Zealand mountaineer Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay became the first... Read more
— by Bryan Johnson

Recent comment by Drac

Name some. If we've heard of them, I guess they're famous.

Tue

September 6, 2011

Leisure & Travel

10 Unique Places Around the World
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The earth is a miraculous place and with the advent of technology places that were remote and hidden have been finding there way into the eyes of the world. Travelling isn’t always a possibility for everyone; the... Read more
— by Amy Matyszewski

Recent comment by HopeHorianopoulou

AMAZIIING...I'm SPEECHLESS..

Mon

September 5, 2011

Miscellaneous

10 Fascinating Stories of Lost and Found
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Whether we are preoccupied, our possessions are stolen or simply by unforeseen circumstances, everyone eventually loses something belonging to them. When that item holds much value – sentimental or otherwise... Read more
— by gabi319

Recent comment by ReverendBenzo

If anyone ever finds my baseball card collection that I poured my entire childhood in (it was stolen from me...

Sun

September 4, 2011

Crime & Mystery

Top 10 Worst Riots
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Riots bring out the worst in human beings and often occur in reaction to a perceived grievance or out of dissent. Most riots rely on killing, damage to property, raping, looting and widespread destruction to get their... Read more
— by Abhinav

Recent comment by LaraP

Nice list, I'd consider expanding and including stuff like the Vancouver hockey riots (which obviously aren't the ONLY sports-related riots,...

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