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Let's investigate the tragic life of real-life Gentle Giant Robert Wadlow, the tallest man in History.

The Guinness Book of World Records has recognized countless “world’s tallest” and “world’s smallest” individuals over the years, but only one man has ever found himself eligible for both categories in a single lifetime: Mr. Adam Rainer. Let's explore the curious case of the man who was born a dwarf and died a giant!

Our planet is just one part of an infinite universe. But, unless you’re an astronaut or best buds with Elon Musk, your chances of ever leaving Earth are negligible. That didn’t stop scientists from imagining what life would be like on other planets though. Let's explore what living on other planets would look, and sound like.

As legendary sci-fi writer Arthur C. Clarke once said: Two possibilities exist; either we are alone in the Universe, or we are not. Both are equally terrifying. Let's find out what would happen if we discover alien life someday.

Sometimes it’s what we don’t say that reveals the most, and that’s definitely the case when it comes to dating. From subtle hints to bodily reactions, here are some tell-tale signs to look out for if you want to know whether someone really likes you.

The world is unpredictable, and you never know when your life might come under threat. It pays to be prepared, but not everyone possesses inbuilt survival instincts. Can you defeat these ten riddles that you must solve to stay alive? Let’s find out.

Going through security checks at airports, concerts, and various other formal events can sometimes seem like a total chore, but the bottom line is that these precautions are only there to keep us safe. Still, that doesn’t mean security is always air-tight. From simple disguises to tightrope acts, let's discover the most unbelievable ways people managed to sneak past security!

It’s no surprise that giving millions of dollars to someone with minimal common sense doesn’t tend to work out too well. But that’s exactly what can happen every now and then, thanks to a little thing called the lottery. If you’re ready to learn about the myriad ways you can blow through millions fast, let’s take a look at the worst lottery winners who lost it all.

Near-extinction circumstances were a reality for our ancestors at one point in history. So, let’s rewind the clocks to that time 96.7% of humans died!

It’s always satisfying to see an awful person get punished by karma. But a rarer source of satisfaction is seeing chance occurrences reward amazingly generous and kind people for their efforts. From heroic race-car drivers to life-changing chihuahuas, let’s get right down to times when good karma came for good people.

We all have nightmares about being in sudden peril, but would you be equipped to survive if your worst fears became reality? There are loads of handy tips out there to keep you safe, and here are some facts that could literally save your life someday.

Throughout history, there have been a handful of occasions where the dumbest-sounding ideas turned out to be an absolute stroke of genius. Some of these seemingly stupid plans and strategies ultimately turned the tide in battles and even permanently changed the places in which they occurred. Let's explore some historic ideas so dumb and ridiculous, that they were actually smart.

Childhood is a period when life is simple and our minds are innocent. It’s not until we grow up and revisit some of our favorite sources of childhood entertainment that we discover that there are some pretty adult themes hiding there. In fact, applying adult logic to some classics makes them downright disturbing! Here are some theories that have taken the internet by storm and are sure to ruin your childhood memories.

Natural selection is Mother Nature’s way of making sure people get smarter, but even after 200,000 years of human evolution, some of us are still making really terrible choices. Let’s take a look at some of the most foolish examples that showcase some Darwin award winners.

You don’t have to be a genius to have a great idea. And, occasionally, some ideas that work amazingly are pretty dumb. Taking the phrase “if it works, it works” to the highest degree, let’s check out some dumb ideas that, against all odds, actually work.

Sometimes in life, success depends on having that slight edge over the competition. But few people realize gaining that edge is often a simple matter of knowing what to look for, and occasionally, tricking the human brain. From some surprisingly effective negotiation techniques to the secret behind winning rock, paper, scissors, here are some simple psychological tricks you can use to your advantage.

While the culture of the United States is exported all over the world in films and on TV, it also abides by some laws and practices that many consider unusual. Europeans in particular seem to have a hard time wrapping their heads around some of them. From child beauty pageants to gun laws, let’s explore some American things that Europeans can’t understand.

From military secrets to strange acts by relatives, here are some of the craziest things people were most definitely not supposed to see. 

Behind every marketing campaign is a team of execs, fact-checkers, art directors, and more. You’d think this would result in well-planned, well-executed strategies every single time. But, of course, marketing teams are only human; and humans can be really dumb. As these examples prove, sometimes even the biggest dogs in the game can have a swing and a great costly miss.

Patience is a virtue, as the old saying goes, and there are some people who demonstrate patience to an almost God-like level. Great works of art, multinational business, and world-beating athletic achievements: all of these require patience because feats like these can take many years to achieve, and it’s not always easy to know if you’re succeeding at any given moment. Some people, however, are patient for the wrong reasons. Let's take a tour of some of the most patient people the world has to offer.