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Published on October 7, 2009 by FlameHorse
While I am not a gun owner, I still find it interesting that guns remain today the most common weapon used by military and civilians alike. During their long history, no one has come up with a suitable and as-popular alternative (such as a ray gun). This list...
Published on October 4, 2009 by FlameHorse
I think from the previous two lists it is obvious that I love conspiracy theories. This contributed list looks at 10 more. It includes two things we have previously discussed on the site but gives a much more indepth explanation for them. The items are longer...
Published on September 29, 2009 by Blogball
When death is inevitable some people decide it is a good time to confess to things that have burdened them during their lifetime. Perhaps it is in order to leave the world with a clear conscience or maybe to benefit the living ones they leave behind. This list...
Published on September 27, 2009 by Rushfan
Flags are meant to be a symbol under which people unite - but in many cases a flag can cause division. Emotions run high when it comes to patriotism so it is not surprising that attempts to change a flag - or to fly a flag which identifies a minority of the...
Published on September 26, 2009 by FlameHorse
Conspiracy theories - I can't get enough of them! Fortunately there are so many floating about that we have been able to give you not one, not two, but now three lists of theories that many people believe with all their might. Be sure to read the earlier lists...
Published on September 25, 2009 by JFrater
Have you ever noticed that whenever animals appear in a film sequence that they are making a lot of noise? What many people don't realize is that the sound effects we hear in movies are usually added later and very often don't signify reality, they signify our...
Published on September 20, 2009 by JFrater
Nearly two years ago we published a list of ten things that we either don't think have a name, or don't use the correct name for. Today we are looking at another 10 English words that describe things we are all aware of, but don't have a word for. Let's see if...
Published on September 19, 2009 by SharonE
Everyday we interact with others - often with symbols or phrases whose origins are now long forgotten. This list explores some of the most common of these phrases, traditions, and gestures. If you know of others, be sure to share them in the comments for all to...
Published on September 15, 2009 by JFrater
It is not often that we follow a list so closely with a similar one, but when I recently came across a variety of new facts that were completely new to me, I decided that I must share them as soon as possible. It is my hope that the majority of these facts will...
Published on September 9, 2009 by JFrater
Following on from the original list of 25 things that are not what they seem, we are presenting another 20 items whose names are not entirely suitable or are just outright wrong. Feel free to name any others you can think of in the comments.
Published on September 4, 2009 by JFrater
Here at listverse we love fun facts. But even more than fun facts, we love unknown facts - things which make us seem a little smarter than the average person when we pull them out at parties. This list looks at 10 fascinating facts that you probably are unaware...
Published on September 1, 2009 by Blogball
The idea of a prize challenge to inspire inventors, scientists, adventurists and others has been around for quite some time. One of the most famous was in 1927 when Charles Lindbergh won the Orteig prize (named after a New York hotel owner Raymond Orteig) and...
Published on August 19, 2009 by JFrater
What child doesn't love nursery rhymes? It is this love which has allowed so many of these tales to survive hundreds of years. While many nursery rhymes are innocent stories, some contain morals and others have sinister or political underlying meanings. This...
Published on August 18, 2009 by Brotherman
When some people think of bikers they most often think of the stereotypical of dirty, leather clad men with shaggy beards covered in road dust riding around the country wreaking havoc and getting into barroom brawls. The truth is that most bikers are not rowdy...
Published on August 16, 2009 by Javyair
Almost everybody likes speed. The thought of going faster than anyone else has inspired man: everything from countless drag racing movie scenes to the use of steroids in pursuit of the title of "World’s Fastest Human". I knew a few of the "fastest things" below...
Published on August 15, 2009 by Maggot
Ah yes, Detroit muscle. American automobile ingenuity at its finest. I’m talking 1960s era Chevys, Fords, and Mopars, and I’m talking ones that go fast. Ok, I expect the typical Listverse flak about this list being "too American", but cry me a river. If...
Published on August 12, 2009 by anonn
Recreational drug use is incredibly common around the world and it very often leads to disaster and crime. To resolve this, some people advocate a liberal approach to legalization, while others support a strong government police drive "war" on the sale and use of...
Published on August 6, 2009 by RandomPrecision24
The definition of being a man has changed drastically over the centuries. From he who can kill the buffalo, to he who can afford the most slaves, to he who can afford the tickets on the 50-yard line. The following ten points are the most important skills a man can...
Published on August 5, 2009 by Blogball
From prohibition to books, no matter how much we like to think we live in a free society, there is always something being banned. While many of these things don't affect us all, many of them do. Furthermore, the whole concept of a minority (politicians) banning...
Published on July 31, 2009 by JFrater
This list looks at some amazing past inventions that have been lost. Some may be cause for skepticism but almost all of the items here are things that we would definitely love to understand better today. Keep an open mind as some entries are famous for their...
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