TikTok has become synonymous with creativity and viral entertainment, but the platform’s fast-moving trends sometimes come with significant risks. What begins as a playful challenge can quickly escalate into dangerous territory when users attempt to recreate stunts without considering the consequences. From health risks to life-threatening injuries, these trends highlight the darker side of virality
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As human beings, we’re most fascinated by stories of other human beings overcoming insurmountable odds to achieve a goal or achieve lasting success. But more generally, we love to see success in any form. For example, seeing an orangutan successfully driving a golf cart deeply inspires us because we thought it was impossible before we
Some of the world’s most recognizable brands weren’t always guaranteed success. While they might seem like permanent fixtures in our everyday lives, many iconic companies faced dark times when bankruptcy or closure seemed inevitable. From risky expansions and changing consumer demands to economic downturns and poor management decisions, these brands were pushed to the brink.
Inventors are some of the most revered people in history. I know whenever I’m hungry, I thank Duane Roberts for creating the microwaveable burrito. But many of the more famous and lauded innovators in history, though geniuses, weren’t very smart in their personal lives. From adhering to fascism to being a terrible parent, here are
There has been a meme floating around on the internet for a decade or so now about how gingers have no souls. And while that’s definitely funny (well, for some of us, at least), it’s also wrong. Gingers (and redheads in general) do indeed have souls. Could you imagine if all of Scotland had soulless
The mystery of a dead man on a beach in Somerton, Australia, in December 1948 remains unsolved to this day. It also remains one of the most fascinating enigmas of the 20th century. One that has dark undertones running through it, suggestive of the brutal, cut-throat environment of the intelligence world. It is sometimes referred
In the 21st century, computer chips are everywhere: in our phones, our cars, our medical devices, our watches, and our personal computers/laptops. Over the last few decades, a few countries and a handful of companies have become dominant forces in chip design and manufacturing. Nations are realizing that if they don’t develop expertise in chip
Every actor dreams of finally landing the “big role.” It’s the role that will make them stars, earn them millions of dollars, and finally get them those award nominations. Relatively few actors are lucky enough to ever land that role. That’s just the nature of the business. What’s more remarkable is that some actors do
Authors like Shakespeare and Dr. Seuss came up with so many words that people use daily, like “critic” and “nerd.” The amazing creativity of writers and the worlds they imagine sometimes cross over into real life. But just how many words in the English language came from writers? Here’s a list of 10 famous writers
Scientific breakthroughs have the power to transform our understanding of the world, influence public policy, and even change the course of history. However, not every breakthrough stands up to scrutiny. While science is ideally a pursuit of truth, sometimes researchers falsify data, ignore contradictory evidence, or stretch the truth to achieve fame, funding, or validation
Fiction has given us several fantastic sports. These made-up pastimes are part of the world-building process, making a given setting feel real. You know the creators have done their jobs if audiences want to partake in these fictional games. That said, you might want to think twice about jumping in. As fun as these sports
The four decades of ideological confrontation between the democratic West led by the United States and the communist bloc led by the Soviet Union was an era of tension and proxy wars when the threat of nuclear annihilation loomed large over humanity. Behind every move of the superpowers were unseen forces at work. Plots and
For many actors, getting into character means more than just memorizing lines; it requires immersing themselves completely in the role. Some actors take this process to remarkable extremes, adopting unconventional and sometimes controversial methods to embody their characters. Whether through physical transformation, intense psychological preparation, or bizarre routines, these actors go above and beyond to
There are a million facts from history, and every year, we seem to learn more of them. With as long as civilization has existed on this planet, there is simply no way that any one human could know everything about the world. That makes it kind of fun, though, doesn’t it? If you’re a history
A pizzeria in Germany was recently busted for selling more than just pizza. A major undercover operation revealed that customers who asked for secret item number 40 received a side of cocaine with their pizza. The investigation led to a major drug ring bust where several homes and properties were raided, which led to several
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No matter what you call the bathroom—the latrine, loo, john, lavatory, or powder room—one thing is for certain. The bathroom is one of the most crucial places in our homes. It’s where we get ready before work, school, or a date, the place where we can take a hot shower or bath and unwind after
Throughout history, governments have sometimes enacted policies based on flawed data, misunderstandings, or even myths. Some of these policies had lasting impacts on society, shaping public behavior, influencing economic trends, or restricting freedoms—all based on information that was later proven incorrect. Here are ten historical examples of policies that were set into motion by misinformation,
History often hosts the greatest tales. That fact becomes apparent with the wealth of movies, books, and TV shows dramatizing famous events. Many of these stories focus on the real people of the time, which is understandable. After all, they’re the ones making decisions, and those deeds define the whole period. What about the guys
“Lord” George Sanger was about as close to an A-list celebrity as one could be in Victorian Britain. He traveled the country bringing his beloved circus from town to town, astounding everyone from lowly laborers to royalty. Clever, cheeky, and possessing a natural talent for showmanship, Sanger has often drawn comparisons to P.T. Barnum. However,