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Most people don’t apply for a job thinking about the potential danger, right? You pursue a job because you enjoy the field or because it pays well. That being said, some seriously hazardous jobs out there will make you rich if you have the guts to do them. These aren’t typical desk jobs where the

Red light districts, a center of sin, sexual vice, and debauchery, are where many go to unwind, escape reality, and indulge in their greatest pleasures. Legalized prostitution, drinking, and every vice imaginable lay within a few mere city blocks. Along with it come organized crime, violence, and sordid tales that are seemingly incredulous yet true.

Nowadays, matters of alchemy and the occult are largely regarded as pseudoscience, but in the past, supernatural practices were taken more seriously. For example, the idea of a philosopher’s stone that could turn base metals into gold and grant immortality goes back to at least ancient Greece. Throughout the centuries, many people sought (and failed)

When the Soviet Union collapsed in 1991, it left behind many remnants of its existence. The ex-Soviet states are dotted with abandoned villages, mines, factories, and sometimes even whole cities. Here are 10 of the most interesting ghost cities the Soviet Union left behind. Related: Top 10 Horrifying Facts About The Soviet Union 10 Kadykchan

It takes work to make money on YouTube. It’s easy enough to start your own channel and takes just a few minutes to set up. You’re good to go as long as you are over eighteen and have a cellphone. Shoot your first video and wait for the money to start rolling in. Well, it’s

In many Christian denominations, saints are holy people who serve as liaisons linking believers and God. Throughout history, prior to sainthood, those saints lived real lives. Their faiths were tested in excruciating ways. Many were martyred for their obedience to God. Roman emperors Decius, Diocletian, and Julian the Apostate were particularly brutal to these early

Everybody loves a good prank! Pranks are supposed to be a harmless way to play a joke on a friend or family member in an innocuous and good-natured way. However, small pranks sometimes start “prank wars,” causing the practical jokes to spiral out of control, becoming mean and dangerous. While a good prank is a

Villains are standard in video games; they constitute an obstacle for the player at one point or the other. You measure the difficulty of a game by the number of villains you have to encounter or how tough they are to defeat. Video game developers can be naughty, though, as they make some villains so

Addiction is a psychological disorder that causes a persistent urge to engage in a specific behavior. In most cases, an addiction has detrimental consequences that alter brain function through constant cravings and lack of self-control. Even though many people associate addiction with drugs, everyday things and harmless indulgences can also become addictions. The prevalence of

Alongside diseases like cholera and smallpox, tuberculosis was one of the world’s biggest killers during the 19th century. Anyone unfortunate enough to contract the illness often didn’t survive it. Also known as “Consumption” or the “White Plague,” its symptoms made it easy to spot anyone afflicted by it. Extreme weight loss, a pale and fragile

Construction can be a deadly trade. In fact, over 1,200 American contractors died on the job in 2020 alone. Unsafe conditions can cause tragic workplace accidents for all types of builders. However, not every fatality is accidental. Some are quite intentional. From shootings to stabbings and even serial killings, many of these deaths are more

The pages of astronomy books are packed with old mysteries. Thanks to the advancement of technology, experts can now look back and solve some of the gnarliest space mysteries on record. From the sudden appearance of a “star” 900 years ago above China to the truth about the famous Wow Signal, here are ten cosmic

Metal detecting is considered a fun and adventurous activity. Enthusiasts look forward to the days when they can carry their metal detectors and head to the woods or the beach. They hope to find jewelry or historical items and anything in between. This has been the norm for many people since time immemorial. However, metal

Since ancient Greece, the Olympic Games have pitted athletes from across the planet in various team-based and individual sports to bring glory back to their home countries in the form of bronze, silver, and gold medals. In effect, the Olympics have come to be considered the premiere sports competition and the foremost opportunity for nations

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you see a truck full of the military? War? Trouble? Are things about to get ugly? Why is this? It’s partly because any time these people in uniform show up with their foreboding demeanor and guns raised, the aftermath is never pretty. While that might be

The easiest way to introduce this list would be to write something along the lines of “Theme parks: everyone’s favorite pastime!” But what if your adventure park had a dark, haunted secret?” Most paranormal investigators agree that places with high traffic, like hotels, clubs, and hospitals, are more likely to have ghosts. Even if the

Hiking is great exercise that gets you outside exploring new areas! While hiking is generally considered a pretty peaceful, tame hobby, some people like to take it to extremes. From the Philippines to Guatemala, Egypt to Alaska, join me on an adventure through the most dangerous hikes in the world. There are easy, “walk in

A lot of time, money, and effort is often poured into making places of worship visually spectacular, and the end result can be appreciated by believers and atheists alike. Some religious buildings, such as Notre-Dame Cathedral in France and St. Peter’s Basilica in Italy, are famous across the globe for their beautiful architecture. But among

Someone says fetish, and our brains immediately think up 50 shades of hot candle wax, whips, and chastity belts, but not all fetishes are about sexual gratification. Sometimes, we just really love something intangible, inanimate, or non-human. And that counts as a fetish, too. Let’s explore 10 things you didn’t know were fetishes. Who knows,

Food is usually at the center of some of the happiest occasions and events. From weddings and birthday celebrations to Christmas holidays and parties, food is an incredibly important part of many people’s lives. But, no matter how wonderful food is, not many people would go so far as to commit murder or any other